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

tjTODAY

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer

Alex is a senior at Jefferson, and works as a news editor. That means Alex has to write news articles, edit other people’s news articles, and makes newsmagazine spreads. This is Alex’s second year on the tjToday staff, and he served as a staff writer last year. Alex joined tjToday because he likes writing. Outside of tjToday, Alex does such clubs as Quizbowl, History Bowl, and tjStar.

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Pointing to his poster, senior Sujay Ratna presents his research to a student. Ratna's project won in the category of Cell and Molecular Biology.

One Hundred and Thirteen Students Participate in the Science Fair

Alexander Howe, News Editor
February 14, 2018
Reacting to student reactions, former assistant attorney general for the environmental and natural resources department of the United States federal government Ignacio Moreno and George Washington University School of Medicine faculty member Tara Lateef answered student questions about ethics and integrity. The students responded to their answers with cheers and applause.

Jefferson Honor Council holds integrity forum

Prerak Thakkar and Alexander Howe
January 29, 2018
While falling, Washington wide receiver Maurice Harris makes a one-handed catch. Despite his efforts, Washington lost to the Minnesota Vikings by a score of 38-30.

Top 7 of 2017: NFL Catches

Alexander Howe, News Editor
January 10, 2018
Browne asks Veizi after spilling water on her "date," Mukerjee.

Homecoming Askings: Week 2

Alexander Howe and Rena Cai
October 6, 2017
Senior Wendy Yin cherishes her asking.

Homecoming Askings: Week 1

Katherine Du, Ankit Agrawal, and Alexander Howe
September 29, 2017
Jefferson students and their German exchange students set up in line for the Oktoberfest food, provided by the German Honor Society members.

German exchange students celebrate Oktoberfest

MiJin Cho and Alexander Howe
September 19, 2017
A poster, located in front of room 250, is available for students, faculty and staff to leave notes of remembrance for Douglas Cullen.

Geosystems teacher Douglas Cullen passes away

Alexander Howe, News Editor
September 4, 2017

A Trip to Venice

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
August 26, 2017

A Trip to Augsburg

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
August 25, 2017

A Trip to Munich

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
August 24, 2017

A Trip to Florence

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
August 23, 2017
Freshman William Vroom and Senior Ruyan Zhang practice ahead of the state championship. Hard work and practice makes quality tennis players who can win championships.

Freshmen, Seniors lead Boys Tennis team to Pentapeat

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
August 6, 2017
Dunkirk was released on July 21, 2017, 77 years after the battle. The phrase “Dynamo is here” refers to Dunkirk’s codename, Operation Dynamo.

Dunkirk explodes onto theater screens

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
July 28, 2017
By pushing back the current schedule by two hours, Jefferson students may be better rested, and thus not fall asleep during their exams, like this student is.

Pushing Back Final Exam Day Start Times helps Jefferson Students prepare for exams

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
June 22, 2017
The Nobel Commons was filled with children who wanted to learn about biology, technology, computer science, and other scientific subjects, and their parents, who want their kids to pursue a career in science or technology.

Families interact with science at Jefferson’s annual Techstravaganza

Alexander Howe, Miko Miwa, Ashley Huang, and Aryaan Hussain
June 2, 2017
The crowd looks on as junior Nick Begotka is asked in the new courtyard.

Students ask each other to Sadies

Alexander Howe, Rena Cai, and Aryaan Hussain
May 28, 2017
2017-2018 Student Government Association Representatives. Positions from left to right are President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.

Jefferson elects new Student Government Association Officers

Alexander Howe and Aryaan Hussain
May 8, 2017
Alums gathered in the Nobel Commons, where they got high-quality food from what appeared to be a quite-expensive institution.

Alums come home to a new Jefferson

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
April 28, 2017
Students were notified that they would have classes in here in January 2014. The trailers have been in use ever since.

The removal of the Weyanoke trailers means an end to lengthy commutes

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
April 20, 2017
A photo of a photo in Jefferson’s display case. The photo is of the ribbon cutting ceremony held at the first unveiling of Thomas Jefferson High School.

A Symbol of Hope and Change

Rena Cai, Alexander Howe, and Aryaan Hussain
April 7, 2017
Miranda Lambert won her eighth straight Best Female Vocalist Award, as well as winning the award for the Best Album.

A Look Back at the American Country Music Awards

Miko Miwa and Alexander Howe
April 5, 2017
Jefferson Drama holds week long flash mobs to promote "Les Misérables"

Jefferson Drama holds week long flash mobs to promote “Les Misérables”

Ashley Huang and Alexander Howe
March 24, 2017
Jefferson celebrates Diversity Week with colorful clothes

Jefferson celebrates Diversity Week with colorful clothes

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
March 17, 2017
The Girl’s soccer team holds their second practice of the year on Tuesday.

Taking a shot at soccer

Brian Park and Alexander Howe
February 28, 2017
Betsy DeVos is a wealthy lobbyist who supports charter schools, and has been lobbying in favor of them since 2001. Now, she is the Secretary of Education and is poised to promote charter schools across America.

Betsy Devos confirmed as Secretary of Education, bringing an unfavorable education policy

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
February 20, 2017
The Boys team prepares to make a rebound on Tuesday, Feb. 14.

Basketball teams take a shot at glory

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
February 17, 2017
The title card for Star Wars: Episode 8. One thing to note is that the Star Wars logo, which is normally yellow, is red this time. This to me suggests that someone is going to die. Perhaps it will be the Last Jedi?

Star Wars Episode 8 title released: What does it mean?

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
January 29, 2017

The Best of Obama

Alexander Howe, Brian Park, and Aryaan Hussain
January 25, 2017
Junior Noah Barnes hits the ball back on the tip-off.

Jefferson basketball plays close double-header games against Edison

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
January 17, 2017
Top 16 of 2016: Biggest Tragedies

Top 16 of 2016: Biggest Tragedies

Alexander Howe and Brian Park
January 10, 2017
Science Olympiad team member Faaiz Memon perfects his Wind Turbine device in preparation for testing at the competition. By testing it now, he can modify and improve his design for future competitions.

As Winter Break approaches, Science Olympiad Tournament held

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
December 19, 2016
Senior Arjun Guidroz sung a stunning rendition of “Santa Buddy” by Michael Bublé at the Choir Winter Concert.

Winter choir concert successful despite delays with acquiring music

Alexander Howe, Staff Writer
December 10, 2016
Many students will have Thanksgiving dinner at a setting similar to this. However, there may be an uninvited guest at your Thanksgiving dinner: homework.

Homework comes home for Thanksgiving

Alexander Howe
November 25, 2016
This is the petition that was used to circulate the idea of cancelling school tomorrow. The petition starter, Ian First, plans to send this to School Board Employees such as Ryan McElveen, Jeanette Hough, and Ilryong Moon. The petition can be found at: https://www.change.org/p/fairfax-county-public-schools-make-the-day-after-halloween-a-school-free-day

As Halloween Ends, Students Petition for No School on November 1

Alexander Howe
October 31, 2016
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