Thomas Jefferson High School’s New Principal

June 5, 2013 by ·  

As the Thomas Jefferson community says goodbye to the admirable Sandra Just, the school now welcomes in Suzanne Morris-Sherer.

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Morris-Sherer takes the helm as principal of  TJ.

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TJ Library Honored by State

June 4, 2013 by ·  

The TJ library has been recognized by the state as a highly effective school library.

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TJ’s library becomes state-recognized. Photo by Savannah Orth.

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TJ Freshman Reaches for the Top

May 28, 2013 by ·  

Freshman Celeste James makes history as the first TJ volleyball player to be named as an All-American.

Freshman Celeste James brought her a-game and played well to be named All American. Photos provided by Henry Jackson and Jerry Esparza.

Freshman Celeste James brought her a-game and played well to be named All American. Photos provided by Henry Jackson and Jerry Esparza.

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TJ Adds New Classes for College Prep

April 29, 2013 by ·  

Thomas Jefferson will be adding several new classes to help students prepare for college.

Students get a chance to take college classes in a high school setting thanks to ACC and TJ. Artwork by Henna Danek

Students get a chance to take college classes in a high school setting thanks to ACC and TJ.
Artwork by Henna Danek

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TJ Students Set For Costa Rica

March 31, 2013 by ·  

TJ students will have the opportunity to go to Costa Rica in June 2013

Teacher Mark Mallaney and and spanish club students gear up for the Costa Rica trip. Artwork by Ryan Woods

Teacher Mark Mallaney and the Spanish Club students gear up for the Costa Rica trip. Artwork by Ryan Woods

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TJ’s Art Program Revives Lost Tradition

January 18, 2013 by ·  

Teachers Leonard Fox and Primus Russell have collaborated to put on an art show that displays the very best student work from the first semester.

Students proudly showed their artwork as TJ brought an old tradition back. Artwork by Tori Wallace. Student artwork courtesy of Hayley Falana and Mr. Fox and Mr. Russel

Students proudly showed their artwork as TJ brought an old tradition back. Artwork by Tori Wallace. Student artwork courtesy of Hayley Falana and Mr. Fox and Mr. Russel

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Sun Sets on The Twilight Saga

December 18, 2012 by ·  

With a well-known cast, beautiful sets, and passable acting, the last installment in The Twilight Saga, exceeds expectations.

The Twilight Saga closes with the final movie in the series. Poster from Google Images

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From Traveler to Teacher

November 5, 2012 by ·  

After a transient childhood, English teacher Cecily Griesser has settled in Colorado to spend her fourth year teaching at Thomas Jefferson.

Now settled in her classroom, English teacher Cecily Griesser is a welcome addition at TJ. Photo by Ryan Woods

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Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

November 1, 2012 by ·  

The Newseum is a revolutionary museum about Journalism with fun games, engaging exhibits, and things to do for everyone.

The Newseum looks at history through the lens of modern media. Photo from Google Images

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The New Guy in Town: Andrew Skari

September 19, 2012 by ·  

After making the switch from social studies teacher to athletic director, Andrew Skari is ready to take on TJ’s athletics.

New Athletic Director, Andrew Skari, is hard at work helping TJ become a better place. Photo by Michael Tackett-Platt

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