Olympic torch comes to Jefferson
Japanese Ambassador Yusuke Sato and Japanese Cultural Center Representative Melinda Marquardt visited Jefferson during eighth period on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Students were able to sign up for A block to...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor
Dear Zia Sun, Your article about High School Diplomats 2019 focused in on the most important aspect of cultural exchange: relationships. When I was accepted to the HSD program this year, I expected to...
View ArticleTJTV News, Episode 94: Nov. 11
Here is some more information about this week’s announcements: Come join us to celebrate diwali on November 16 at tj! There will be food, games, and performances by your friends! Buy tickets now at...
View ArticleCross country team qualifies for states
Both the girls and boys cross-country teams placed third at their regional competition on Nov. 6. This qualified both teams for states, which takes place on Nov. 15 and 16. Sydney Szabos placed second...
View ArticleFreshmen give speeches for class council election
After two weeks of campaigning and advocating to get their petitions signed, 36 freshman candidates running for 2023 class council gave their speeches to their class on Friday, Nov. 8. All freshmen...
View ArticlePak-tice makes perfect
Student musician. These two words apply to many Jefferson students, including senior violist Jason Pak, who encountered the overshadowed instrument in fourth grade. “Fairfax County has a strings...
View ArticleJefferson girls basketball prepares for the season
Girls interested in basketball have been attending preseason practices at Jefferson after school since mid-September, to refresh their skills or even learn basketball for the first time. After weeks...
View ArticleRick and Morty premieres its fourth season with a hilarious yet heartwarming...
The long awaited return of animated show Rick and Morty returned on November 10th with the first episode “Edge of Tomorty: Rick Die Rickpeat.” With the prior season airing more than two years ago, fans...
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Halloween costume contest
Gallery|7 PhotosRhea PremanandIn the middle of a laugh, sophomore Lily Walters poses for a photo with sophomore Coulter Thomas, who’s costume is a cat. “I actually used to not like Halloween very much,...
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Fall sports awards night celebrates student-athletes and coaches
Athletes and coaches from all fall sports were recognized for their outstanding performances during the 2019 Fall season on Nov. 7th, 2019. Team members and coaches from Cross Country, Cheer, Golf,...
View ArticleTJ Drama Presents Fall Play
Jefferson drama had its opening night of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time on Thursday, Nov. 14. Based on the best-selling novel, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time is...
View ArticleJefferson Poi Club holds intro workshop
Jefferson Poi Club held their first clinic of the year, a short course on the basics of poi, on Friday, Nov. 15 for both experienced members and interested beginners. Poi is a performance art derived...
View ArticleSpanish Culture Club Hosts Thanksgiving Feast
The Spanish Culture Club (SCC) hosted its first Thanksgiving Feast on Wednesday, Nov. 20 during eighth period. A variety of food items was offered for attendees, such as tortilla chips and brownies....
View ArticleThe Curious Understanding of Autism Awareness
“Does that mean I can do anything?” Christopher said in the last words of the play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime. Frankly, he can. Jefferson’s fall drama performance The Curious...
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FBLA Marketplace: Photo Gallery
Gallery|6 PhotosSophomores Jeanie Qi (left) and Sofia Najjar (right) prepare ice cream and milkshakes to sell to the students browsing the marketplace. “I went to the first [FBLA] meeting last year,...
View ArticleWaltzing Away in Waltz Lessons
Students twirl around, whisking their partners around with them. Some stumble, while others move gracefully with the beat. On Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, 21 students met in DaVinci commons to learn the...
View ArticleThe Power of the Podium
Sweaty hands. Shaky legs. Swarms of butterflies. These are symptoms that Jefferson senior Manu Onteeru must overcome every time he stands up to speak on stage. “My main event since seventh grade has...
View ArticleTJ Minds Matter hosts special event cozy corner
During the last 8th period before Thanksgiving break, TJ Minds Matter hosted a special event labeled “Cozy Corner”. The purpose of this event was to give students and opportunity to relax and reflect...
View ArticleJefferson Orchestra hosts Viennese Ball
Jefferson Orchestra hosted the annual Viennese Ball in Gym 2 on Friday, Nov. 22 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. as a fundraiser for the program. The event had live music, ballroom waltzing and food and punch...
View ArticlePoetry Out Loud Competition moves school-wide
Room 219 has been a sanctuary filled with intimate performances of poems starting Wednesday, No.v 20. For classes not participating in Poetry Out Loud, students can come and retell their favorite poems...
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