Happy Monday, Spartans!
We'd like to congratulate Andre Moss, Tambyr Reed, Robin Morrissey, and all of the cast and crew of Into the Woods! Thank you for all of the work you put in to make it an incredible show. Thanks to Kyler Jackson for all of this work on the Japanese exchange program. We appreciate all of the students and families who helped host.
Just a reminder - Spring Break is next week! There will be no school the week of March 30. Classes will resume on Monday, April 6. After spring break, there are only about 6 weeks until finals! Please buckle down and make it a strong finish.
How to access Parent Portal How to submit an absence request online
Cómo acceder al Portal para Padres |
Michelle Killian
Assistant Principal
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Congrats to all on a wonderful performance of Into the Woods! An amazing amount of work and time went into this production. Special thanks to Andre Moss, Tambyr Reed, Robin Morrissey, Gabby Lentini, the cast and crew, the families who provided support and meals for rehearsals, Kellie Henriksen for the headshots. It was an incredible performance by all! |
Congrats to Skylar Gold who qualified for Nationals in Speech & Debate! |
On Tuesday March 17th, TJ Senior Jerry Bridges was officially sworn in as a member of the US Army! Jerry will be deploying August 10th for basic training in Fort Jackson, South Carolina. He will be going in as a 91 Bravo wield vehicle mechanic, and will be training to become a US Army Ranger, 3rd Battalion. |
Jerry with his mother Jennifer and father Dale following the swearing in ceremony. Jerry after being sworn in by ROTC Instructor Major Vincent Lewis |
Congrats to math teacher Mike Logan for being named an Outstanding Educator by Jiffy Lube! |
The TJHS PTO is gearing up for our annual online auction in support of the Spartan Grants Program and we need your help! We are looking for donations for concert and sporting events tickets, restaurant gift cards, community parties, and beyond! If you are interested in being involved, please reach out to Anna & Heather at tjhstogether@gmail.com to the PTO at TJHSPTO@gmail.com We know with your help and support the auction will be a huge success!!
Help Wanted!! Our two co-presidents are wrapping up their two year term at the end of this school year and we need someone to take our place for the 2026-27 school year! The job of the president (or co-presidents…much more fun with a friend), is not nearly as time consuming or intense as you may think, and on top of it all, it’s so rewarding to see all of the ways that PTO helps our TJ community! Curious, but not sure what the job entails? No problem! Here is a brief description of the role: Commitment of Two years, 1-2 hours/week working on the weekly newsletter update and creating the monthly meeting agenda;
arrange guest speakers for meetings (4 or 5 per school year); occasionally organize a sign up genius for donations to school activities; 8 meetings and 1 informal end of school year get together; voting; collaborate with auction, Spartan Grant, and fundraising committees. Interested? Curious? Ready to take the next step in this new chapter? Contact Shanna & Melissa at THJSPTO@gmail.com
Save the Date: our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 7 from 6-7 in Room 111. We hope to see you there! Our minutes from our March meeting can be found here. |
The March 2026 Food Bank distribution will take place on TUESDAY, March 24. Any family that is in need of food support is welcomed and encouraged to sign up HERE. Please note that you MUST sign up no later than Friday, March 20 for us to have food available for you at the distribution. Thank you to the TJ Community for your continued support of the Food Bank! If you are interested in making a financial contribution to the TJ Food Bank, you can do so HERE.
Reach out to Megan Perkins (megandperkins@gmail.com), Becca Mahoney (beccaandjoemahoney@gmail.com) or Jillian Krause (jillian.krause@gmail.com) with questions.
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What: Elizabeth J. Meyer, author of Queer Justice at School: A Guide for Youth Activists, Allies, and Their Teachers, will be coming to TJ to talk with our GSA! When: Monday, April 13th during 4th and 5th Period
Where: Room 233 (4th Period) & 123 (5th Period) Make sure you let us know that you're coming on Monday, April 13th by filling out the QR Code. If enough people sign up, we will get food!
Also please attend the following GSA meetings to read the book and prepare questions for her. If you can't make it, you can complete the scavenger hunt on your own by going to http://www.elizabethjmeyer.com/queer-justice.html and making a copy of and filling out the following Google Doc: QJatSchool scavenger hunt activity.
Hope to see you there TJ! |
Programs like First Friday prizes and Problem of the Week awards are funded through Spartan Grants, encouraging students to stay engaged and celebrate their achievements. All funds raised through the Online Auction go to Spartan Grants. Get ready to bid! April 26th - 30th. |
Score the latest styles, cuts and colors at great prices—customized and delivered to you with new discounts every week.
» Shop your Spartans Sideline Store
For in-house gear stop by the DECA store in the cafeteria after school. Feel free to email with any questions. |
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Vaccines help keep our school community safe, healthy, and ready to learn. As we see measles cases rise
across the country, it is very important to make sure your student’s vaccines are up to date.
A trained Medical Assistant at the Thomas Jefferson School-based Health Center (SBHC) can administer
all the required childhood vaccines to your student. To learn more about what vaccines your student
needs, ask the school nurse, or an SBHC clinic staff member.
HOURS:
Open Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There is NO CHARGE to patients or families for the SBHC
For more information and to sign a consent form visit: School-based Health Centers | Denver Health
or scan the QR Code.
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Los Centros de Salud Escolares de Denver Health ofrecen atención médica a los estudiantes de las
Escuelas Públicas de Denver y a sus hermanos. ¡Y contamos con uno justo en este campus!
Los servicios incluyen:
Atención médica primaria
Vacunas
Servicios de salud mental
Exámenes físicos deportivos
Asistencia para la inscripción en seguros médicos
¡Y mucho más!
HORARIO:
Abierto de lunes a viernes, de 8:00 a. m. a 4:30 p. m.
NO HAY NINGÚN COSTO para los pacientes ni sus familias por utilizar el Centro de Salud Escolar.
Para obtener más información y firmar el formulario de consentimiento, visite:
Centros de Salud Escolares | Denver Health
o escanee el código QR.
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Spartan Seniors and Families,
Every year, the graduation program includes the names of our Spartans who’ve been awarded scholarships. So far, 75 Seniors have shared one or more scholarship wins with us! Be sure YOUR NAME is on the list! Share your wins by completing the linked form. Complete the form as many times as needed throughout the remainder of the year.
College planning tasks from your Future Center schoology to work on now:
•Submit your DSF Scholarship application only if you are eligible. Click here for more information.
•Start your Comparing the Cost of Your Colleges assignment. Use the worksheet to help you determine out of pocket costs to help make your decision!
Upcoming Deadlines and Events:Check the Future Center Schoology for details!|
Thursday, March 19th: FAFSA/CASFA Workshop at Community College of Aurora
Friday, March 20th: Robert Sullivan Scholarship DUE, AKA Scholarship DUE Emily Webster, M.S.
DSF Lead College Advisor
emily_webster@dpsk12.net |
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We have about 8 weeks until finals! Now is the time to check in on your focus, study habits, assignment deadlines, and any outstanding goals you have for the year. Need help? Check in with your counselor, case manager, teacher or member of the mental health team! We are all happy to help. |
Mental Health and Social Emotional Tip: Compiled by Natalie Koncz, Ed.S., NCSP and Samanda Davis, LCSW, MSW. |
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Class of 2026 Parents — We Need Your Help with After Prom!
We’re gearing up for After Prom on Saturday, April 25th, and we could really use your support. We are looking for volunteers as well as donations of prizes and gift cards to help make the night special for our seniors. An Amazon wish list for prizes will be sent in next week's newsletter.
Please use this SignUpGenius link to choose a volunteer slot and/or donate gift cards. Our final After Prom meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14th at 6:30 p.m. in Room 111, and all are welcome to attend. Thank you for helping make this a memorable and fun event for our kids. Carrie and Sheila |
Big plans are brewing for the Class of 2027! Join us Tuesday, April 7 from 7-8pm in Room 111 to chat all things Teacher Appreciation, Juniors & Junk Food, Senior Sleepout, and Prom prep. We’d love your input! Juniors and Junkfood is set for Friday, April 17 after SAT testing - stay tuned for more details, ways to volunteer and a sign up genius.
Mark your calendars! On April 13, the Class of 2027 is partnering with Illegal Pete’s - 50% of all proceeds will support our class. The fundraiser runs all day! Skip the cooking, enjoy a great meal, and help make a difference. We appreciate your support! See the flyer below for all the details (5312 DTC Blvd Greenwood Village) |
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BEAUTIFY YOUR GARDEN
Our warm spring weather is the perfect time to start planning your summer garden. The Class of 2028 Flower Power page currently features colorful spring and summer flowers,
delicious strawberries, hanging garden plants and lots of gardening gifts great for Easter, Mother’s Day and more. Click on over to check it out. All spring orders are due by
May 15. |
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| HELP OUT WITH A ONE-TIME OR RECURRING DONATION
We’ve got a long way to go to raise the money needed to help put on an
amazing after-prom party for the Class of 2028 in two years (yes, just two
years away!). If just 100 families donated $5 a month for the next 24 months
(that’s $120 over two years), we could have a wonderful after-prom with little
additional fundraising. Follow this link to set up a recurring donation. We have
raised about $6,000 for class activities and After Prom. To put on a great
After Prom, we need at least $12,000-$15,000. One-time donations are also
accepted. |
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It's time to give $29 to the Class of '29
Give $29 to the Class of '29 and help cultivate community for our students!
The Class of 2029 Class Fund supports class activities each year. If each family gives $29 we get close to our fundraising goals.
Give $29 to The Class of '29 through the PTO’s Online Square Account: https://tjhspto.betterworld.org/campaigns/class-2029-donation |
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