Thanks to all who submitted content for the newsletters this year! The first newsletter of 26-27 will go out on Monday, August 24th, which is the first day of school for incoming freshmen. All other students will report back on Tuesday, August 25th. Have a wonderful summer, Spartans! |
We can't wait to celebrate the Class of 2026 at DU Magness Arena tomorrow! The class of 2026 has earned over $12 million dollars in scholarship money and 86% of them have been accepted to a 2 or 4 year University! We are so proud of all of their accomplishments and wish them nothing but success in their futures!
Class of 27, 28, and 29...be sure to get some good rest this week and best of luck on your finals! We can't wait to see you all next fall when the new school year begins!
As we turn the page on another great year at TJ I want to thank our tremendous PTO for everything that they do for our students, staff, and community. They continue to raise the bar each year and I look forward to continuing our amazing partnership next year!
Thank you to everyone for your continued support and entrusting us with your kids every day.
How to access Parent Portal
How to submit an absence request online
Cómo acceder al Portal para Padres
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• Congrats to all students, staff, and families for finishing the 2025-26 school year! We hope you have a fun and restful summer!
• Huge congrats to Sharon Colbath Denver Public Schools' longest-tenured teacher who is retiring after 40 years! See 9News video here.
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• Click here to see a video about an amazing Spartan, Mo Traore: Proud TJ Spartan For Life |
THANK YOU Senior Parents!
To the parents of our seniors, the PTO thanks you for your years of support! Whether you have
been an active member of the PTO or supported your student and their activities at TJ in many other ways, THANK YOU for being part of the village that supported our school community and got our students to the finish line!
We wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who got involved in helping the PTO and TJ this year - whether that was attending a meeting, donating food for teacher appreciation, donating money, or helping at an event, we could not have had a successful year without you! Thank you TJ families! We look forward to working with you all again next year!
Introducing the PTO’s New Leaders for 2026-27 School Year!
President: Pat Johnson
Vice President: Shanna Vigil
Treasurer: Tracy Pike
Returning PTO Leaders include:
Bus Stop Art Gallery: Roger Morales; Teacher Appreciation Committee: Beth Hocket, Genia Beale, Caitlyn Storey, and Melody Johnson Members-at-Large: Brianna Rimkus, Susan Scovell, & Tiffany Berry; Spirit Store Managers: Monica Snyder & Jill VanAbbema; Food Bank: Becca Mahoney & Megan Perkins; Fundraising: Heather Wilson & Tracy Smith; Class Parent Committee Co-Chairs: Tiffany Berry & Katie Mousel (2027); Jill & Kevin Krug (2028); Grit Carson, Merlie Walters Meis, Tracy Smith, & Denis Storey
Much appreciation goes to everyone who has stepped up to help lead the PTO! We are looking to build a more robust fundraising committee for next year to help to continue to grow our funding for the Spartan Grants program. We are also looking for someone to take on the role of Secretary.
Do you have an incoming Freshman next school year? Look for the PTO Booth at 9th Grade Orientation, Thursday, May 27 at 6pm where we’ll be welcoming those new to TJ and selling spirit gear. And next fall, we’ll be looking for three 2030 Parents to join the PTO in the position of Member-at-Large (1) and Parent Committee Co-Chairs (2). Email tjhspto@gmail.com now or next fall if you are interested in learning more!
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Redrawing Our District Equitably: School Boundary and Enrollment Zone Update
At DPS, we believe all families deserve equitable access to the schools that are the best fit for their students. Denver’s changing population means we must adapt to ensure every student has access to robust programming. The Redrawing Our District Equitably: School Boundary and Enrollment Zone Update initiative will allow us to evaluate our boundaries and zones to better balance our resources, support healthy school enrollments and address Denver’s shifting population. Our goal is to ensure every student in DPS can thrive, regardless of their zip code.
Get Involved
We are committed to making community-informed decisions. Share your thoughts by completing our survey, open through June 5.
This is the first of many ways to share your voice. More engagement to come in fall 2026. Learn more.
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Free Back-to-School 2026-27
Dear DPS Families,
As we prepare for the end of the school year, the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) team is already looking ahead to help students start next year ready to learn and succeed!
We are excited to invite you to our NEW 2026–27 Back-to-School Shopping Experience. This year, we’ve redesigned the event to give families a more relaxed and personalized experience at our Community Hubs.
What is the Back-to-School Shopping Experience?
It is a free one-stop shopping experience where students can pick out grade-level backpacks and school supplies in a welcoming and stress-free environment.
All DPS families are welcome.
How it works (by appointment)
To help families avoid long lines and have enough time to shop comfortably, visits will take place by scheduled appointment during the week of August 10–14, 2026.
Sign Up: Complete the interest form using the link below.
Schedule Your Visit: A team member will contact you before August 10–14 to schedule your shopping day and time.
Enjoy the Experience: On your scheduled day, bring your student’s ID number (lunch number) and enjoy the experience.
Sign Up for Your Shopping Experience Here
Please help us share this information with DPS families in your community so our students can start the 2026–27 school year ready to learn and succeed.
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They did it again!
For the 12th year, funds were donated to Thomas Jefferson from the annual All For One Golf Tournament. Players gather each year at the Wellshire Golf Course for a fun golf tournament while supporting our school through net proceeds. The tournament donated $900 in October which brings the total to over $10,000 in the last 11 years.
The next tournament is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026. Do you have customers to host or just love to play golf? Sponsors and Golfers are invited to participate. Get more information at www.allforonegolf.org or call John at 720 232-4554
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Class of 2027 Senior Sleep Out on Sunday August 23rd, check in starting at 7pm-8pm. Seniors will sleep out under the stars (no tents), with the fee including snacks, activities, breakfast, and class t-shirt.
$27 for the T-shirt and Sleep Out Event, found here in MySchoolBucks. Students should indicate what size shirt they would prefer. Please pre-order shirts as soon as possible.
Senior Sleep Out conduct expectations and Parent Permission form is here. Deadline for the permission form is Friday, August 21st at 2pm.
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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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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 Juniors and Families:
Be sure to check out your Future Centre College Planning course in schoology. Now is a great time to familiarize yourself with the resources we’ll use throughout Senior year and to get started on creating your Colleges Considering list in MAIA Learning! Please take a few minutes to complete THIS SURVEY. We look forward to working with you on your college planning!
Emily Webster, M.S. Alyssa Baker, M.Ed.
DSF Lead College Advisor DSF College Advisor
emily_webster@dpsk12.net alyssa_baker@dpsk12.net
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The Mayor’s YouthWorks Initiative rewards eligible youth for their commitment to employment over the summer. If you meet the requirements and complete all steps, you can receive a $250 retention bonus in the fall!
Explore internships and job postings. Contact us for job support, resources, and one-on-one guidance at youthworks@denvergov.org or (720) 337-9675. We also offer in-person and virtual job fairs.
Click here to learn more!
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Did You Know...?
We are days away from summer vacation!
Thank you, TJ, for a great year! If you need a challenge for the summer months, try committing to trying one healthy, new thing each week.
Take care and see you in August!
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Congratulations, Class of 2026! What an incredible milestone. Thank you to the parents, teachers, and staff who guided and encouraged our kids throughout these four years. We’re cheering them on as they take their next steps. Enjoy a well‑deserved and happy summer!
Sheila and Carrie
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Click on the Senior events link to see upcoming Senior Events for the 2026-2027 school year!!!
We’re making one final donation push before the end of the school year! Your support helps make student events and senior year activities possible! Please consider making a donation to the Class of 2027’s Class Fund. https://tjhsstore.square.site/product/2027-class-donations/112*
Want to get involved and help with ideas and planning for the Class of 2027? Please contact Class of 2027 parent co-chairs Tiffany Berry at broncofantif@hotmail.com or Katie Mousel at katielmousel@gmail.com
Class of 2027 Senior Sleep Out on Sunday August 23rd, check in starting at 7pm-8pm. Seniors will sleep out under the stars (no tents), with the fee including snacks, activities, breakfast, and class t-shirt.
$27 for the T-shirt and Sleep Out Event, found here in MySchoolBucks. Students should indicate what size shirt they would prefer. Please pre-order shirts as soon as possible.
Senior Sleep Out conduct expectations and Parent Permission form is here. Deadline for the permission form is Friday, August 21st at 2pm.
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THERE’S STILL TIME TO GIVE TO THE SHOE DRIVE
We collected 550 pairs of shoes in this year’s shoe drive. If you missed the drop-off earlier this month and have a large bag or box of gently used shoes, contact either of the emails above to coordinate a one-on-one drop-off before the end of the school year. The shoes that
are donated will be shipped overseas and refurbished by microenterprises in developing countries. |
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HELP OUT WITH A ONE-TIME OR RECURRING DONATION
Cash donations are a fast and easy way to help the Class of 2028 raise the funds needed for an incredible After Prom experience during our students’ senior year. Follow this link to set up a recurring donation of just $5-$10 a month. One-time donations are also accepted.
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Your support is appreciated —donate, volunteer, spread the word!
Let’s keep building an awesome Class of 2029 community together! |
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