Senior James Huang passes away
James Huang, rising senior member of 2021 Class Council, TJ Cross Country, and TJTV, passed away on July 18, 2020. He was a well-rounded student and active member of the community. Class of 2020 alum...
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“Host” (2020): A simple concept executed remarkably well
Rob Savage’s “Host” has no right being as good as it is. This movie has all of the hallmarks of a bad movie: low production value, a hook that relies on current trends, and a found-footage style horror...
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“Chungking Express” (1994): Chunky chicken soup, the movie
Author’s Note: This is not an English language movie, and I’ve only ever seen it in its original Chinese version. If subtitles are enough to keep you from watching a movie, then stop reading, this...
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“Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution”
In 1932, “Dracula” director Tod Browning released “Freaks”, a film about the people in the freakshow act of a circus stopping the abled folks from doing something bad. The film was revolutionary in...
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“Tenet” (2020): Christopher Nolan’s biggest movie yet brings theaters back...
I was lucky enough to see an early screening of Christoper Nolan’s new film “Tenet” this week. Ever since “Batman Begins” (2005), Nolan has been trying to make the biggest movies he possibly could....
View ArticleReturning where we left off: distance learning
Driving back to distance learning, teachers prepare for the upcoming school year with lessons, assessments, and projects. This summer and past experience have given teachers time to prepare for a more...
View ArticleBus Drivers of TJ: Creating a Positive Environment
FCPS possesses a fleet of 1,630 school buses maintained by the Department of Vehicle Services and employs 1,200 bus drivers. One of which is Rosa Smith, an Arlington bus driver for Williamsburg Middle...
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School and science: Back to school movie recommendations
It’s that time of year again, and I’m sure plenty of people are looking for some good (and not-so-good) movies to forget the sorrow of the upcoming year of online learning. What better way to do that...
View ArticleMaze hacks Fairfax County Public Schools
Maze hackers have confirmedly stole personal information from the Fairfax County Public School’s (FCPS) database for ransom on Tuesday, Sep. 11. To prove that they have done so, they released 2% of the...
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FCPS Superintendent proposes merit-based lottery system for Jefferson admissions
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Superintendent Scott Brabrand introduced a proposal to implement a merit lottery system in Jefferson’s admission process. The proposal was formally discussed on...
View Article“Earth and Blood”: or, How to make a boring action movie
When I watch an action movie, especially a straight-to-Netflix action movie, I need very little to walk out satisfied. Obviously good action is a must, but just as important as that is good structure,...
View ArticleStudent-to-student: seven distance learning tips from seniors
Now a few weeks into the 2020-2021 school year, Jefferson students are adjusting to distance learning full-time daily. As they do so, they are discovering ways to personalize their school days and fit...
View ArticleMerit lottery protestors rally at Jefferson
Following the announcement of a potential change to Jefferson’s admissions system, parents, students, and other stakeholders rallied on the Jefferson sidewalks on Sunday, Sept. 20. Protestors called...
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5 easy recipes to make in a time crunch
Boredom during quarantine has inspired countless creations in the kitchen. But now that school has started, I’ve found myself having less and less time for cooking. These are the recipes that I’ve...
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Students divided on proposed changes to admissions process
A list of proposed modifications to the Jefferson admissions process and criteria was presented by Superintendent Scott Brabrand during a Fairfax County Public Schools School Board work session on...
View ArticleNew learning, new school: how 2024 is adjusting
This year’s Virtual learning has proven to be a challenge for all of Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). The school has worked hard to make the virtual learning system work. What is perhaps most...
View ArticleNectar: Heaven to your ears
It’s 12:30 AM on a Friday. I’ve just showered and am preparing to do my remaining homework before heading to bed. As I open Spotify to turn on my study playlist, a notification pops up. “Check out...
View ArticleElementary, my dear readers: “Enola Holmes” is a must watch
When you think of the name “Holmes,” what name first comes to mind? Sherlock? Well, after watching Netflix’s new movie “Enola Holmes,” that won’t be the case. The movie follows Enola, played by Millie...
View Article“Mulan” (2020): Another brick in Disney’s endless corporate wall
“Mulan” is not a terrible movie because it’s different from the original. “Mulan” is a terrible movie because every change it makes is either wholly antithetical to the original, or just plain bad....
View ArticleOpen a banned book, open your mind
To Kill A Mockingbird. Animal Farm. Invisible Man. All classics, all taught in schools across the globe. But these works have something else in common. Whether it’s for certain language, like in To...
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