A teacher once asked me if I ever felt uncomfortable at Jefferson. It’s important to note that their intentions for asking the question were well-meaning. That question, though, has stuck with me for weeks, and I think I finally found my answer through another question: What does it mean to be a TJ...

It was just a rumor, but nevertheless, it was the spark that ignited a chain of conversations regarding TJ’s lack of diversity.  “TJHSST Class of 2024 admits zero Black students.” Being Black at TJ in the midst of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement gave me a voice. I hope to shed some...

COVID-19 is not the only health issue we face in the midst of this pandemic. As schools and stores closed with many left jobless, the concern for mental health rises in the background. Mental health during the pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic presents many mental health concerns, introducing fear...

‘TS’. Again. Another year, another disappointing number. Or lack thereof. Established in 1985, Jefferson has an extensive history as a magnet school. Not only does it promote excellence in STEM education, but a core aspect of Jefferson’s mission statement is understanding the “languages, systems...

Funny story, I actually hate standardized testing. But in terms of college admissions, standardized tests are the least of our worries. The UC system recently announced that the SAT and ACT standardized tests will be phased out of their admissions process in the coming years, sparking some conversation...