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The student news site of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

tjTODAY
The student news site of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

tjTODAY
Top 9 of 2019: late-night show moments

Top 9 of 2019: late-night show moments

Justin Chang, Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 2020
Photo courtesy of Thomas Jefferson Science Olympiad. Jefferson’s Science Olympiad team, sponsored by Mrs. Holman, Ms. Mills, and Dr. Woodwell, proudly holds their trophy as the champions of the Virginia state tournament. Winning the state tournament, which was held at the University of Virginia on March 23rd, advances the team to nationals.

The Way to the Summit

Tammy Ding , Staff Writer
May 23, 2019
After preventing the runners on third and second from scoring additional runs on a sacrifice bunt attempt in the top of the third inning, sophomore Alexandra Friedman (right), senior Grace Stewart (middle), and freshman Michelle Boisvert (left) celebrate with a high-five before returning to their respective positions.

Varsity softball loses crucial game days before National District Quarterfinals

Sid Ram , Social Media Manager
May 9, 2019
After walking the leadoff hitter from Wakefield in the top of the second inning, sophomore Alexandra Friedman winds up for the pitch to strikeout the Warrior’s next batter. Though Jefferson was up 4-2 in the first and second innings, the Colonials quickly lost the lead after Friedman allowed a string of doubles and soon found themselves down 4-6.

Varsity Softball 4-12 loss against Wakefield: photo gallery

Justin Chang , Team Leader
May 8, 2019
In Commas Club, Jefferson students will create a startup that could potentially earn enough money that the number of dollars it earns has a comma or two in it.

Commas Club: An Organization for Student Entrepreneurs

Rachel Lewis , Staff Writer
April 18, 2019
Juniors Daniel Li and David Mead discuss their project while coding at HackTJ. Due to effective planning from the HackTJ team, students like Li and Mead were able to participate in and enjoy this event.

HackTJ’s Backstage Crew

Minjoo Song and Tammy Ding
April 13, 2019
Image courtesy of www.NASA.gov. Astronomers take the first picture of a black hole - although since even light escapes a black hole, the image depicts its shadow.

NASA’s Event Horizon Telescope Captures the First Image of a Black Hole

Hasita Nalluri and Rachel Lewis
April 13, 2019
Sophomore Luke Thistlethwaite misses a block and hits the volleyball towards sophomore Aditya Behrani during a March Mania match. Although his team put in a good effort, they were eliminated quickly. “[The tournament] was fine in general but for a $20 entry fee I wouldve preferred double elimination so the [less experienced] teams, like mine, get to play at least two games,” Thistlethwaite said.

March Mania Volleyball Tournament Photo Gallery

Forrest Meng , Staff Writer
April 13, 2019
Determined and concentrated at the task at hand, students under the guidance of taiko artist Mark H. Rooney prepare to strike the taiko drum. Students both interested in Japanese culture and involved with the Japanese program attended a workshop on Friday, March 22 to immerse themselves in the Japanese culture.

Japanese Drum Artist Holds Workshop at Jefferson

Aumena Choudhry , Staff Writer
April 1, 2019
Dribbling down the field as two Woodson defenders attempt to steal the ball, midfielder Jason Zhong looks to pass the ball. Off to a slow start, the Colonials found themselves down by a goal in the first half but managed to hustle and clinch a 2-1 victory.

Junior Varsity Boys Soccer defeats W.T. Woodson to clinch first win in nearly three years

Justin Chang , Team Leader
March 23, 2019
Moments before kicking the ball in a free kick just 20 yards away from the net, defender Todd Ritter runs up to the ball hoping to double Jefferson’s lead after midfielder David Xiang score on a cross to tie up the game 1-1.

JV Boys Soccer photo gallery

Justin Chang , Team Leader
March 22, 2019
Photo courtesy of https://www.amazon.com. Legally Blonde, a movie celebrating women’s achievements and their abilities to change the world around them.

Celebrating International Women’s Day

Aumena Choudhry , Staff Writer
March 17, 2019
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