Bringing Ballroom to Bulería
In preparation for the Bulería Dance on Apr. 27, the Ballroom Dance Club taught several Latin dances to its members. From simple two-step patterns to Hammerlock Turns, the five pairs filled the empty...
View ArticleStudent artists express themselves through mural project
Students and faculty passing through the stairwell across from the art gallery will now be greeted by a pleasant surprise, thanks to the efforts of Jefferson Art Honor Society members. The intricate...
View ArticleWonders in Wallops vlog: Day 3
Day three of my trip to Wallops Island had so many sights. First off, we went to the marsh, which I did not get to take video clips of because of the extreme muddy environment. We walked through the...
View ArticleWonders in Wallops vlog: Day 4
View this link to watch the first vlog in my Wallops Island series: https://www.tjtoday.org/23569/blogs/wonders-in-wallops-vlog-day-1/ The final day of my Wallops Island trip was full of smiles and...
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TSA Competes At Regionals
TSA students regroup at the TJ TSA table, between events. Months of effort in preparing for different events culminated in a regional competition at Briar Woods High School in Ashburn, Virginia for...
View ArticleTJTV News, Episode 50: Apr. 23, 2018
Here is some more information regarding some of this morning’s announcements: If you have any liquid that comes in a water-bottle sized plastic container, don’t throw it away or recycle it yet!...
View ArticleDecoloring My Mind: analyzing racism and resentment in light of the infamous...
One evening driving home from crew practice, I turn on the radio to NPR. On deck is an author who discusses the months of experience he’s had at Starbucks, quietly working and moving about, without...
View ArticleWarming up to Tinashe through new album, “Joyride”
Tinashe’s music is known for being both suggestively sexy and characteristically groovy: her new album, “Joyride,” certainly lives up to that standard. After debuting her “Joyride” world tour in 2016,...
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Let The Aces’s “When My Heart Felt Volcanic” be your soundtrack for the summer
photo courtesy of twitter.com/theacesofficial There’s a certain thrill about discovering a new musical artist, becoming acquainted with their musical arrangements, the topics they sing about and the...
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Administration Reverses Decision to Eliminate Level One World Language Classes
Jefferson’s administration sent out a Keep in Touch email on April 25 to staff and class of 2022 students announcing their decision to bring back all level one world language courses as an option for...
View ArticleTJTV News, Episode 51: Apr. 30, 2018
Here is some more information regarding some of this morning’s announcements: The biggest event of Freshman year, Lock-In, is coming up on Friday, May 11th! The overnight event at TJ, hosted by 2021...
View ArticleTJTV News, Episode 52: May 7, 2018
Here’s some more information about this morning’s announcements: If you would like to submit an announcement, go to tinyurl.com/tjtvnewsrequest and fill out the form.
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Special: College and Career Center Information Sessions
Mrs.Kropf discusses summer opportunities with students and shows the resources on Family Connection. In order for students to learn more about summer programs and opportunities, college and career...
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Too Warm For School?: Greenhouse projects put on hold due to lack of cooling...
Jefferson’s greenhouse has been completed for over a year now, but has held few projects because it is unusable for a large part of the year. Why? It still lacks an air conditioning system. While the...
View ArticleTJTV News, Episode 53: May 15, 2018
Here’s some more information regarding this morning’s announcements: Want to be roasted by Mr. Carey or serenaded by Dr. Osborne, and like food, prizes, and trivia, then join us for Trivia Night 2.0,...
View ArticleLoudoun County debates ending contract with Jefferson
Due to the recent combination of Loudoun science programs to form an integrated academy and the high costs of transporting Loudoun students to Jefferson, the Loudoun County School Board is considering...
View ArticleBTS showcases their versatility in “Love Yourself: Tear”
Butterflies running wild in my stomach, my finger hovered uncertainly over the play button as I prepared to finally listen to one of 2018’s most highly-anticipated albums. In 2017, South Korean boy...
View ArticleVarsity baseball loses crucial game one week prior to the National District...
The varsity baseball team recently lost to Lee High School with a score of 13-14, just a week prior to the National District Quarterfinals. This score represented the team’s incredible 3rd and 6th...
View ArticleTJTV News, Episode 54: May 21, 2018
Here’s some more information regarding this morning’s announcements: Come to the Spring Band Concert this Wednesday, May 23rd, for an evening full of great music! The concert starts at 7pm in the...
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Freshman Robots Gear Up for Success
Each IBET sent their best robots to compete in an annual class-wide competition during eighth period on Friday, May 18. Tech teachers judged robots entered in speed, torque, or the obstacle course...
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