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

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

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Jessica Feng

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Junior running back Justin Yoo carries the ball across the 20 yard line. The varsity football game originally scheduled for this Friday, October 22, was moved to October 21 at 7 p.m. due to a referee shortage. “I was really excited that we ended the season on a good note,” Yoo said, “but [it was] also sad that it was our last game with the seniors.”

[Photo] Jefferson football on a Thursday

October 23, 2021
Justin Yoo (7) celebrates with his teammates moments after scoring his first touchdown of the game. On 2nd and 1, Yoo broke out for a 29-yard touchdown rush to give Jefferson the lead. “He [Justin] broke through 5 tackles and it genuinely deserves to go on SportsCenter,” senior kicker Joshua Park (13) said.

[Photo] Colonials remain undefeated after Homecoming victory against Virginia Beach Breakers

Anya Raval, Staff Writer
September 30, 2021
Students show gratitude through Cameratude Contest

Students show gratitude through Cameratude Contest

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
November 29, 2020
The main character, Heron, on the Netflix thumbnail.

“Blood of Zeus”: Percy Jackson 2.0

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
November 13, 2020
Minnie Mouse and Minion inflatables are set up as part of many decorations to celebrate Halloween.

Keeping up the Halloween spirit

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
October 29, 2020
Senior Anoushka Sarkar guides Weyanoke Elementary students through a chromatography lab.

Online Service: Adapting tutoring clubs for virtual learning

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
October 8, 2020
Talking with a friend, sophomore Rahel Selemon wears a traditional Ethiopian dress. TJ International Day gave students an occasion to display their cultural clothing. “There’s no direct translation [of the dress] but ‘habesha kemis’ is close. It’s usually worn with a shawl called ‘netela’ and almost all the dresses will have some kind of ‘cross’ embroidery in various colors,” Selemon said.

[Photo] I-Day

February 24, 2020
Senior Alex Yu, 10, shoots a free throw during a game earlier in the season. Yu has emerged as a standout athlete during his time at Jefferson

[Photo] Jefferson boys varsity basketball team loses to Lee Lancers

Nimesh Rudra, Staff Writer
February 22, 2020
Putting his hand out to block a shot, senior Samuel Kim defends against his opponent. The Varsity Men’s Basketball team competed against the Trinity School at Meadowview on Friday night. “I was forcing the ball to the right to my help defender. We call the defense ‘21’ and it's a 1-3-1 concept,” Huang said.

Boys Varsity Basketball wins senior night game

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
February 12, 2020
Sophomore Dami Awofisayo practices the physical aspects of her performance by planning some movements. “I take a video myself to see where I felt awkward and assessed my physical presence,” Awofisayo said.

Poetry Out Loud Competition moves school-wide

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
November 29, 2019
Mrs. Phelps is a welcoming presence for any students who need advice or a person to talk to. She lacked guidance from her high school counselor and aims to use her experience to help others. “I just have a love of helping people,” Phelps said.

New counselor in the halls: Laurie Phelps

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
October 12, 2019
Diving into the General’s endzone, tight end Caden Philips (44) scores the Colonials’ third touchdown of the game

Colonials blowout Hampton Road Generals in Homecoming Game

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
September 30, 2019
A picture of the AP exam schedule, courtesy of the College Board.

AP stress beyond the exams

Reena Wang and Jessica Feng
May 17, 2019
Freshmen Ryan Angle, Junho Lee, Akshan Sameullah, and Isra Satiar pose with their trophies and robots. They won the maze, torque, speed, and beauty competitions.

Freshman robot competition: Photo highlights

Reena Wang and Jessica Feng
April 13, 2019
Freshmen Lily Walters talks about IBET and course selections to Ananya Banderu, a rising freshman at Jefferson during welcome night.

Welcoming the Class of 2023 to Jefferson

Alice Ji, Jessica Feng, and Reena Wang
April 10, 2019
Image courtesy of Marvel Studios.

Power Up: A video review of Captain Marvel

Reena Wang and Jessica Feng
March 23, 2019
Jefferson players team up against a player on the other side to gain possession of the ball. Jefferson’s Men’s JV Basketball team faced off against the Falls Church team and ended with a loss by one point. “You're allowed to grab the ball as long as you don't reach over someone or reach with both arms around someone. In the picture, Ian is grabbing him[Falls Church player] from the back, that’s illegal,” sophomore Rakesh Pillai said.

Boys varsity basketball team loses to Falls Church but triumphs in spirit: Photo highlights

Jessica Feng and Reena Wang
February 10, 2019
The course catalog for Jefferson academics.

Fresh classes for a fresh year

Jessica Feng and Reena Wang
February 4, 2019
Señora Gendive’s 5th period class poses for a picture after presenting their outfits.

Behind the Avant-garde collections of Spanish 2

Jessica Feng, Staff Writer
January 30, 2019
Jefferson and Wakefield strategize during after warm-ups. during a Friday night game at TJ, the Jefferson Girls Varsity Basketball team played Wakefield.

Girls varsity basketball team beats Wakefield 46-38: Photo highlights

Reena Wang and Jessica Feng
January 21, 2019
Photo courtesy of Jessica Feng and Reena Wang.

Highlights of iNite Preparation

Reena Wang and Jessica Feng
December 12, 2018
Photo courtesy of Unsplash.

Should we have school the day after Halloween?

Reena Wang and Jessica Feng
October 30, 2018
Freshmen show their spirit during Homecoming. Photo courtesy of Mijin Cho.

First Cheers, Fresh Beginnings

Reena Wang and Jessica Feng
October 17, 2018
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