Happy Monday, Spartans!
Only five more school days until fall break and only sixteen school days until Final Exams. Make sure you are buckling down, attending all your classes on time, and staying focused.
There is no school the week of November 24th.
Click here for the Finals Schedule!
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Kudos to the director, cast, crew, sound techs, and everyone else who contributed their time and efforts to last week's production of Noises Off! It was a wonderful show and everyone should be very proud.
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Thank you to everyone who attended our November PTO meeting. You can find our minutes from the meeting here. Our next meeting will be held on December 2. |
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Holiday Teacher Appreciation Opportunity
Wondering how to spread holiday cheer to TJ Teachers & Staff? TJ PTO is collecting $10 gift cards to be part of a broader gift to the whole team. Please sign up to bring physical gift cards here: gift card sign up OR donate money directly here direct give sign up: and we'll save you a trip to the store. Gift cards can be dropped off in a labeled box in the main office. Deadline to help is 12/8. Thank you! - The TJ PTO Teacher Appreciation Committee
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We would like to give a huge shoutout to Grit Carson, Merlie Walters Meis, Tracy Smith, and Denis Storey for all volunteering to be the Class of 2029 co-chairs! THANK YOU for volunteering! Keep an eye out for Class of 2029 news, events, and more!
Help Wanted!
2026-2027 Leadership: Our Co-President positions will be vacant as of May. We are hoping to have “apprentices” in place by January to shadow this role for a semester. Interested in leading the TJHS PTO next year? Please reach out to us directly at TJHSPTO@gmail.com
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Rescheduled! Our Canvas & Capri-Sun event has been rescheduled for Thursday, November 20th from 3:30 to 5 pm. Scan the QR code to sign up and join us! We'll provide the canvas, capri-suns & cookies and a Bob Ross tutorial for a fun winter painting.
Please note: We will close the sign ups on Wednesday, November 19th at 3 pm. Sign up before the 19th at 3 pm!!
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Dear Parents,
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!
50% off a purchase of $50+ with code 50THANKS
40% off a purchase of $40+ with code 40THANKS
30% off a purchase of $30+ with code 30THANKS
Valid through 12/01/25
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account, find your student and order using your student's student ID number (if available at your school). Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!
More about the Smilesafe program here.
Thank you!
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Thank you to the TJ Community for your continued support of the Food Bank! We’ve seen an increase in need within our TJ community and beyond, and we expect that to grow as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits are suspended due to the government shutdown. SNAP provides vital food assistance to low-income families, and this pause has created an even greater need for support. If you’d like to make a financial contribution to the TJ Food Bank, you can do so HERE.
The November Food Bank and Thanksgiving distribution will take place THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20 from 3:30-5:00 at TJ!
Please 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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SkillsUSA and DECA are excited to help provide Holiday Dinnersfor 50 families within our TJ community. Donations can be dropped off at the collection box inside the front entrance at TJHS.Please review the available slots in the link below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ADAA29A2FC1-59999150-2025
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Every year we ask our TJ community to help sponsor our TJ families that need a little extra help during the holiday season.
The Ask: We are asking those who are interested, to sign up for a family (or two). No pressure but appreciate the support.
The Financial Obligation: We are capping the gift wish list to one gift at $30 max and a clothing item for each child under the age of 18 in the household. This also does not need to be all from you. I personally adopted five families last year, created a sign up, and sent it out to my network of families and friends. Within minutes, the list was filled.
The Time Restraints: I will send you the wish list for your family. No need to wrap the gifts as DECA will be graciously supplying all the paper, tape, and tags so the parents can have the luxury of wrapping their children's gifts.
The Deadline: I will need the family's gifts in a box that is labeled with the number assigned to the family on December 16th, no sooner, no later. I will also send you reminders to those who need it. Families are picking up on the 17th.
PLEASE USE THIS LINK TO SIGN UP TO BE A HOLIDAY HELPER:
https://forms.gle/gqEfYMcZcaFz59Ms7
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Holiday Help for Families
Dear Families,
The holiday season can be a joyful but challenging time. If your family could use a little extra support this December — with gifts for your children or help with a holiday meal — we would love to lend a hand.
Please click the link below to register for assistance.
Application deadline: November 17
Pick-up date: December 17
We’re here to help make the season a little brighter for you and your family.
Sign Up Link:
Holiday Help
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Donate to the Spartan Grant Program!
Greetings TJ Community! We're launching our direct give campaign to raise funds for our teacher grants, also known as the Spartan Grant program. These teacher grants go a long way in providing financial assistance to our teachers, who continually go above and beyond for our students and the TJ community. Your support is greatly appreciated and will make a direct impact in the classroom. Every dollar counts. Donate today!
Donate to the Spartan Grant Program
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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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🩹 IMPORTANT Immunization ReminderPlease take a minute to confirm your child’s vaccine status or exemption.
✅ If your child is up-to-date on vaccines:
Please confirm by uploading here
🚫 If your child has an exemption:
Colorado requires a valid exemption form on file each year. You can find and complete it 👉here
🕒 Deadline: December 1st
You can get Immunizations right at TJ!
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TJHS Hygiene & Dignity Closet
In support of our students that may not have access to basic hygiene items like deodorant, toothpaste, body wash, etc. We're building a Hygiene & Dignity Closet in the Health Office so students can discreetly access what they need.
If you'd like to support this effort, you can donate directly from our Amazon Wishlist Here:
Hygiene Amazon Wishlist
NARCAN distribution to the General Public
There is a vending machine located here on the Denver Health Main Campus
Narcan Distribution here
It may appear to be used with a badge, but it is actually for EVERYONE. You press 1234 and you can get free Narcan! As many as you need!
The Denver Health vending machines are also located at Denver Public Libraries
Asthma Support at School
If your student has moderate or severe asthma and needs to carry an inhaler at school, please have their health care provider complete this form.
Colorado Asthma Care Plan
Asthma Awareness:
Fragrance & Sprays
Many body sprays, perfumes, cleaning products, and air fresheners contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs)-- chemicals that easily become airborne and can linger in indoor spaces.
Even pleasant scents can trigger asthma symptoms, headaches, or coughing in sensitive individuals.
Avoid using strong perfumes, body sprays, or scented lotions before school
Choose fragrance-free laundry and cleaning products when possible
Encourage students to use spray products (like deodorant or hair spray) only at home.
Thank you for helping support improving our air quality at school for EVERYONE!
All Health Forms can be uploaded here
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Sarah Perry
School Nurse
720-423-7061
Sarah_Perry@dpsk12.net
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Spartan Seniors and Families,
Congrats on your ongoing admissions to college, scholarship submission, and FAFSA or CASFA submission! Please be sure to share your progress with us so we can celebrate your accomplishments! Share Admissions Wins here. Share your Financial Aid Awards (ie admissions scholarships, etc) here.
Seniors: In your Future Center: TJFC2026 schoology course, you will find many resources to help you with your college planning process. Please review the course updates and calendar at least weekly with your family.
College planning tasks from your Future Center schoology to work on now:
Some colleges required the CSS Profile as an additional Financial Aid App. Learn more here. Deadlines for some colleges are fast approaching!
If you have not yet submitted your FAFSA or CASFA application, please do so this week. FAFSA website. CASFA website.
Upcoming Events: For more information, please visit the Future Center schoology course calendar
Wednesday, November 19th- Families Fuel Futures: Dreams to Degrees Webinar. Click to register, University of Kansas Rep Visit in the TJFC
Friday, November 21st- Complete the MAIA Learning Survey regarding Financial Aid Completion (MAIA: Dashboard: Surveys: Financial Aid…)
Emily Webster, M.S.
DSF Lead College Advisor
emily_webster@dpsk12.net
Alyssa Baker, M.Ed.
DSF College Advisor
alyssa_baker@dpsk12.net
Alejandra Rivera-Lopez, M.S.W Candidate
DSF College Advisor- Intern
arivera-lopez@denverscholarship.org
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Did You Know...?
Adolescents who are rejected by their peers are at greater risk for anxiety and depression?
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Here are 6 ways to accept others as they are:
1) Watch Your Thoughts: Think about what you’re thinking about. We often think things about other people, judging them, without even realizing it. Work on paying more attention to your thoughts and do your best to shift them in a non-judgement, more accepting direction.
2) Look For the Positive: Not accepting other is a result of seeing the negative in them. Instead of focusing on why someone is different, focus on what’s good about that person and their choices/actions.
3) Avoid Right/Wrong Dichotomies: It is very tempting to see the world in black and white with a right and wrong way to do things– but that’s just not how it is. Things don’t always have to be right or wrong of we choose to accept them as they are. One way we can do this is if we stop labeling our way as “right.”
4) Stop Judging Yourself: Our judgments of others are often a result of our personal criticisms. If we stop putting pressure on ourselves to do things the “right” way, we can also stop putting pressure on others. Not judging ourselves or others is a crucial step to acceptance.
5) Focus On The Now: A lack of acceptance can generate from comparing things to the past. Comparing things to the past always hinders an acceptance of what it.
6) Reverse The Situation: ASk yourself, “what if someone were judging me and not accepting me? How would I feel?” Keep these questions in mind the next time you are not accepting others.
Here is a short video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KyvlMJefR4
Mental Health and Social Emotional “Did You Know”: Compiled by Natalie Koncz, Ed.S., NCSP and Samanda Davis, LCSW, MSW.
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Parents-
Just a friendly reminder that Senior pictures and quotes are due by December 10th—please be sure to submit them on time.
Also, mark your calendars! After Prom is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th. Planning will begin after Winter Break, and we’re excited to get started.
Thank you, Sheila and Carrie
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Class of 2027 Restaurant Fundraiser Night!
Join us at Noodles & Company (6300 E. Hampden Ave, Ste K) on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 4–8 PM to support the Class of 2027! 25% of all qualifying in-restaurant and online orders will go directly back to the class. For ordering online and Noodles Rewards App, use the code GIVING25 in the coupon code line at checkout. When ordering in-restaurant, mention TJ or present the flyer.
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HOLIDAY COLOR FOR THE GARDEN
Now is the time to order some great holiday color for your home or maybe a gift to take to your favorite holiday party. The Class of 2028 Flower Power website is now full of holiday flowers and items like seed ornaments and holiday seed bomb gift packs. Check out the website to see what’s offered (and feel free to pass it along to friends and family who need plant ideas as well). |
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A shout out to everyone who has supported the Class of
2028 on our dine-out nights. Our next opportunity is an
all-day fundraiser at the Red Robin at I-25 & Arapahoe
on Monday, December 8. Stop by and grab a burger or
pizza for lunch or dinner, or swing by to grab shakes in
the after school or in evening. Just mention the fundraiser when you order. You can even order online and pick it up. We’ll post the flyer with instructions closer to the day. |
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HELP PLAN FUN EVENTS NEXT SPRING
We’re looking for people to help set up restaurant nights (it takes just minutes a month), help plan events like the Fun Run, Sophomore S’mores in the spring, Teacher Appreciation lunches and more. If you think you can spare a few minutes a month to help out, or maybe you just have an idea for a fundraiser, let us. Email jillkrug@gmail.com or kevkrug@gmail.com.
IT’S TIME TO GIVE $28 TO THE CLASS OF ‘28
It’s time to give $28 to the Class of ‘28 to help cultivate community for our students! If each family gives $28, we get close to our fundraising goals. You can give the $28 for the class of 2028 through the PTO’s Online Square Account: https://tjhsstore.square.site/product/2028-class-donations/151.
Remember, all money raised by these events and donations will help fund an amazing after-prom event during the students’ senior year and a fun event at the end of each school year.
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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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