TJ’s annual “Eros” Valentine’s Day dance brings TJ students together for a night of love, fun, and dancing.
Seniors Andrea Shacklock and Demetrius Allen win Eros royalty on Saturday night. Photo by Rebecca Holt
Once again, Thomas Jefferson students got together with all of their friends, got all dolled up, enjoyed a nice dinner, and danced the night away at TJ’s Eros dance.
This year’s Eros was unique because TJ was able to celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary with a week of fun spirit days, a second pep rally, and a visit from Mayor Hickenlooper at the TJ basketball game against rivals, George Washington High School. All of these special events led up to the annual Valentine’s dance at TJ.
Eros is the Greek equivalent of Rome’s cupid, so love was in the air this past Saturday. Couples got together for a special date and singles either found some new love interests or just enjoyed the company of their friends. One thing is for sure, everyone who attended Eros enjoyed their Valentine’s Day weekend.
The gym was full of rowdy teens dancing the night away and, as usual, sashes were given out at the dance. This year, our Eros Queen was none other than Andrea Shacklock, swimming guru and possible valedictorian for the class of 2010. The Eros King crown was given to Demitrius Allen, a member of TJ’s famous Allen family. In fact, his little brother, Marcus Allen, was crowned freshman royalty this very same evening.
“I was a little upset I didn’t win Eros Queen,” said senior nominee, Colette Hernandez. “But it didn’t matter because I had so much fun dancing with all of my friends.”
Eros 2010 was successful once again, and this year’s 50th anniversary celebration was the icing on the cake. “It’s weird to think that this was my last pep rally ever, and that I only have one more high school dance left. I never thought it would go by so fast!” said senior, Alexandra Kaufhold.
