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High School Artists in the SpotlightPosted 10/22/2024 by Kira McBarron

Thomas Jefferson’s young creatives of tomorrow are being featured today. On Saturday, September 7th, two of Thomas Jefferson’s own students were featured in a local art gallery. Alongside laser ca... More

A Touchdown For EqualityPosted 10/17/2024 by Amaris Medina

This past spring, the Colorado High School Activities Association announced that Girls’ Flag football is officially sanctioned as sport under the association.  Over the past couple of years Girls�... More

Student SupportPosted 10/16/2024 by Daniella Prime-Morales

Thomas Jefferson’s mental health team provides great resources for students in need. Here at Thomas Jefferson, students’ mental health is one of the school’s main priorities. Resources i... More

Studying With Spartan TimePosted 10/15/2024 by Mikey Cooper

Students are bustling about in different classrooms as Spartan Time becomes one of the newest additions to the weekly school schedule at TJ. The new school year at Thomas Jefferson High School has bro... More

Scholastic Awards SeasonPosted 10/07/2024 by Cora Grabel

The Scholastic Awards provide an opportunity for young artists and writers to showcase their talents. The Scholastic Art and Writing awards were founded in 1923 by Maurice R. Robinson. Since then, hun... More

Tattered Cover Torn in TwoPosted 10/04/2024 by Kira McBarron

Initially owned and founded by Stephen Cogil Casari, the Tattered Cover has been a Denver landmark for decades.  One of the most successful independent book chains in the country, the Tattered Cover,... More

From the Corps to the Counseling OfficePosted 10/04/2024 by Magnolia McLain

A closer look into the journey and motivations of one of TJ’s amazing counselors. Each student at Thomas Jefferson High School has a counselor who supports them with academic success and planning, c... More

Moving On From MathPosted 10/03/2024 by Harper Skurky-Thomas

TJ’s favorite math teacher makes her move into administration. After fourteen years of teaching math at Thomas Jefferson, Suzanne Meyer is moving on up. Having spent her whole life in Colorado’s s... More

Guiding With HeartPosted 09/30/2024 by Miles Kahn

Maggie Kennedy inspires students to thrive through personal connection and lifelong learning. Maggie Kennedy has been a dedicated counselor at Thomas Jefferson High School for seven years, and has had... More

A Cool Start to the YearPosted 09/26/2024 by Riley Rimkus

Along with school-wide updates, here is a taste of what is to come in the 2024-2025 school year. Welcome back, Spartans! The 2024-2025 school year is officially underway, and the TJ community has much... More