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Behind the intimidating exterior of quantum physics is a world filled with many different worlds. The amount of interpretations of quantum physics are almost endless, and the Quantum Physics club aims to explore as many as they can. “In our club, we would have a discussion about what our favorite quantum interpretation is, or what we think is the ‘correct
Quantum Physics Club holds interest meeting
Evelyn Li, Staff Writer • June 1, 2021

Beginning as an official Jefferson eighth period club next school year, the Quantum Physics Club held their first interest meeting on Wednesday, May 26....

Prof. Amin-Hong has a PhD in American Studies and has done years of research on topics such as the Asian diaspora. “The reason I asked Prof. Amin-Hong to come in was a combination of many things: I was drawn to the uniqueness of her topic, and I thought that her research at the intersection of technology, literature, gender, and ethnicity and identity would provide exposure that can be difficult to find at TJ,” Cheng said.
Guest speaker at Chinese Honor Society speaks about techno-orientalism
May 31, 2021
Freshmen Rohan Kalahasty and Srihan Balaji started the Biology Bowl, which adds a unique spin to normal biology competitions by adding a buzzer round.
New Biology Bowl attracts hundreds of competitors
May 18, 2021
Although this year’s puzzle hunt is virtual, many of the rewarding experiences still remain the same. “When you solve a puzzle, you get this flash of euphoria. It
Club collaboration introduces TJ Puzzle Hunt 2021
May 3, 2021
Features
The old and new SGA administration standing together from left to right: Rushil Umaretiya, Bhaswith Suresh, Sean Nguyen, Leon Jia, Tiffany Ji, Yeefay Li, Vibhav Kuriti, and Jordan Lee.
Transparent transitions
Ketevan Gallagher, Staff Writer • June 9, 2021

Student Government Association (SGA) elections have recently concluded, and the student leadership that will be a part of SGA for the 2021-2022 school...

A rendering of a building designed by Gentges (class of 1992) features colorful sides and boxy modern construction.
Analyzing architecture
June 2, 2021
From left to right, Lindsay and Ashley Hwang smile amongst their classmates on the freshmen bleacher stands during a homecoming pep rally. “I love hanging out with Lindsay, especially when we’re at a big event or something; it’s really nice to have someone I know I can count on,” A. Hwang said.
Behind twins
May 19, 2021
Junior Gavin Cramer bats against Wakefield in the season opener. In addition to pitching, Cramer has found success with the bat and recently hit a game-winning single in Jefferson’s latest game. “I’m up with one out and a man on second. I had struck out looking at the previous at bat so I was looking to swing first pitch and did just that. I drove it into right field for the win,” Cramer said.
Gavin Cramer: Overcoming Adversity
May 16, 2021
TJTV
TJTV News, Episode 136: June 1, 2021
TJTV News, Episode 136: June 1, 2021
Sean Nguyen, Broadcast • June 1, 2021

We Came Back to Teach
We Came Back to Teach
May 17, 2021
Cults of TJ
Cults of TJ
May 11, 2021
Sport of the Arts: A Look from the Rookies
Sport of the Arts: A Look from the Rookies
May 3, 2021
Entertainment
The cover of her new album “Better Mistakes” depicts Bebe Rexha’s acceptance of her mental health struggles and the rawness she brings to her second album.
"Better Mistakes": Bebe Rexha's most personal album yet
Rhea Goswami, Staff Writer • May 22, 2021

Bebe Rexha announced that she would be releasing her sophomore studio album on May 7, 2021, which is released three years after her critically acclaimed...

Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher (left and right, respectively) are the two members of the UK rock band Royal Blood. The rock duo recently released their third studio album “Typhoons” on April 30, 2021.
The Perfect Storm: Royal Blood’s “Typhoons”
May 5, 2021
A rework of Minecraft’s cave system will be the only update arriving this summer. The other part of 1.17, the mountains update, will be coming during the holiday season.
Minecraft 1.17 update split
April 30, 2021
Alina Starkov, played by Jessie Mei Li, is the main character in Netflix’s new adaptation of the “Shadow and Bone” trilogy.
“Shadow and Bone” delivers sparkling new worlds for viewers
April 30, 2021
Opinion
B.L., the appellee at the center of the Supreme Court case Mahanoy School District v. B.L., stands outside her school in Pennsylvania.
Mahanoy School District v. B.L.: What does it mean for students’ free speech?
Chris Yoo, Staff Writer • May 1, 2021
College decision reaction videos capture the emotional responses of high school seniors as they open their college decisions, the majority of which are from highly selective schools. These videos are extremely popular and can garner over a million views, showing how the infatuation with prestige extends far beyond students.
Stop idolizing elite colleges
April 30, 2021
Students in the Class of 2023 cheer from the stands during one of TJ’s 2021 pep rallies. At the pep rally, students upheld the tradition of wearing their signature class color.
Homecoming 2021 still feels like home
April 26, 2021
Unannounced “pop” quizzes are an unjust way to judge a student’s academic performance in a certain subject.
Unannounced quizzes: unfair and stressful
April 21, 2021
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Sports
Junior Eugene Gonzalez competes at a meet against Falls Church High School and John Lewis High School on Wed., May 12, 2021.
Back on track
Ebba Cha, Staff Writer • May 19, 2021
Jefferson’s softball team defeated the Lewis Lancers with a score of 14 to 3. Senior Senna Keesing attributes this win to a shift in strategy. “The game before the last game, the pitcher was pitching balls that we could hit easily but we were waiting for her to come to us when really we should have been going to the ball and trying to hit it wherever and that really cost us in terms of runs. So on Friday our approach was to be really aggressive,” Keesing said.
Jefferson varsity softball team wins against Lewis Lancers
May 18, 2021
Junior Annika Topchy leaps over a hurdle in the 100 meter hurdles event, far ahead of two runners from Justice High School on the evening of May 5. “[This year], you can only do [meets] with two other schools, so it’s a lot less people which means less competition. There
Jefferson track and field competes against Justice and Edison
May 12, 2021
The Jefferson tennis courts are where new players develop into experienced leaders on the court. Untouched by the school tennis teams for over a year, it fosters a sense of nostalgia for returning players. “The individual games were sometimes really close, which we had to persevere through-- we did a pretty good job of that. We won a lot of the closer games, which helped us win the match against Marshall. Essentially, coming out in the crucial moments helped us a lot,” senior Ajay Prabhakar said.
Jefferson’s Boys Tennis defeats Marshall 9-0
May 11, 2021
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