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Administrator's Corner
November 14, 2022
Good morning, Spartans!
Please note that there is a district sponsored Fentanyl Awareness Night for families tomorrow night at East High School. See below for more information about this important event.
It's hard to believe that it's the last week of classes before break! When we return from break on Monday, 11/28, it is crunch time! There will be only two weeks of classes left in the semester before Finals week (click here for the schedule). Please be sure that students are getting to class on time and maximizing these remaining days in the semester to end on a strong note in all of their classes.
As we head into the holidays, there are some important opportunities to come together to help Spartan families in need. Please see the links below if you need holiday help or if you are able to provide holiday help to others. Let's continue to take care of each other and make this the best village we can be.
¡Buenos días, espartanos!
Tenga en cuenta que mañana en la noche de East High School hay una Noche de Concienciación de Fentanilo patrocinada por el distrito para las Familias. Más abajo encontrará más información sobre este importante evento.
¡Es difícil creer que es la última semana de clases antes de las vacaciones! Cuando regresamos de un descanso el lunes, 11/28, es hora de crujir! Sólo quedan dos semanas de clases en el semestre antes de la Semana de Finales (haga clic aquí para ver el horario). Por favor asegúrese de que los estudiantes lleguen a tiempo a las clases y maximicen estos días restantes en el semestre para terminar en una nota fuerte en todas sus clases.
A medida que nos dirigimos a las vacaciones, hay algunas oportunidades importantes de reunirse para ayudar a las familias espartanas necesitadas.
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Por favor, consulte los enlaces que aparecen a continuación si necesita ayuda para sus vacaciones o si puede proporcionar ayuda para sus vacaciones a otros. Continuemos cuidándonos unos a otros y haciendo de este el mejor pueblo que podemos ser.
Andrew Skari
Assistant Principal
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Monday-
Tuesday-
- Accuplacer test for juniors (details below) 7:30 a.m.
- Fentanyl Awareness Night for Families (details below)
Wednesday-
- Accuplacer test for juniors (details below) 7:30 a.m.
- Last day for Basketball Fundraiser (details below)
- November Food Distribution: 3:00-5:00 p.m.
- GT Family Information Night: 6-7:00 in room 111 (details below)
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Saturday-
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Leadership students spent their Saturday with "A Little Help," doing yard cleanups for older neighbors. Thanks for your service in our community, Spartans!
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Congratulations to Andre Moss, Robin Morrissey, Tambyr Reed, and the cast, crew, and musicians who put on a spectacular fall musical! On the stage and behind the scenes, it was wonderful. We can't wait to see what you do next!
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Congrats to Grant Laman and his video students for winning some awards at the 3rd Annual DPS Horror Film Festival!
Audience Choice: Ben Morlan, "False Face"
Best Dark Comedy: Ava Graef, "Spaghetti Slasher"
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Congrats to two stellar TJ senior athletes who committed to playing at the next level! Brooke Murrell signed to play basketball at the University of Hawaii, and Laila Hilton signed to play volleyball at Fort Valley State University. We are so proud of these two! | |
Accuplacer Testing for Juniors | |
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Junior families,
This Tuesday and Wednesday all juniors will take the College Board Accuplacer test. This test is one way a student can show college readiness, a now required measure for graduation by both DPS and the State of Colorado. The students will take two tests, one for English and one for Math.
The test will begin at 7:30 a.m. both days. Students will be excused from periods 1-4.
Students with last names A-L will take the test on Tuesday.
Students with last names M-Z will take the test on Wednesday.
Testing locations will be posted in the main hall.
Again, this test is an important opportunity for students to show college readiness and meet a graduation requirement.
Thanks!
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Upcoming Event: Fentanyl Awareness Night for Families | |
On November 15th from 5:30-7, the DPS Substance Use Prevention Program is partnering with East High School, the Opioid Response Network, and the Harm Reduction Action Center for a Fentanyl Awareness Night for Families. The event will feature a panel of experts who will answer questions from attendees about the impacts fentanyl is having on our community and how to educate your children about fentanyl. Additionally, we will have a resource fair for families to gain valuable information from our amazing community partners. Registration is not necessary but you can sign up here to receive email updates and a calendar reminder. | |
GT Family Information Night | |
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Attention TJ Parents,
(en espanol)
TJ will be hosting a Gifted and Talented Family Information Night on Wednesday, November 16th. If your child is identified as GT, 2e or HGT, please join us!
When: Wednesday November 16th
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Where: TJHS Room 111
The Information Night will answer questions you may have and outline the GT program at the high school level. Specifically we will discuss:
- ALP process
- Social Emotional Supports
- Course Placement
- Resources at TJ
- Community Resources
- District and State Collaboration
- Individual student data
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If you have any questions, need additional information, or if you need interpretation services to attend the event (presentation will be in English), please reach out to Assistant Principal and GT Site Team Coordinator, Paula Hammel (phammel@dpsk12.net).
We look forward to connecting with you in person!
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TJ Food Bank Distribution Program | |
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The November Food Distribution will take place THIS Wednesday, November 16 from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm at TJ!
La distribución de alimentos de noviembre se llevará a cabo ESTE miércoles 16 de noviembre de 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm en TJ!
If you are interested in making a monetary donation to support our Holiday Food Bank efforts you can do so HERE. We appreciate your support!
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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Wondering how you can support the amazing
students and staff at TJ without a huge time
commitment? Join the TJHS PTO! This is an easy way to find out about the many options to be involved that work for your schedule and your family. Find out more by checking out the TJHS PTO Website.
The minutes from our November meeting are now posted at the above link.
Questions?Email us at TJHSPTO@gmail.com.
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Need some new fun TJ gear? Support the Hoop Squad Fundraiser!
There are some really cool and unique options for sale, and YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE your items by adding your name for no extra cost! There are a few more items than just the three in the picture, so click the link, take a look, and order some super cool TJ gear! Be sure to get your orders in by November 16th!
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Holiday Gift Assistance for Families | |
Holiday Helpers for Adopt-A-Family Tradition | |
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I am reaching out with our annual adopt-a-family program. If you would like to be a Holiday Helper this is the ask:
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 13th, no sooner, no later. I will also send you reminders to those who need it ; ) Families are picking up on the 14th.
PLEASE USE THIS LINK TO SIGN UP TO BE A HOLIDAY HELPER:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefykOHjLN4aHU-sdWy4OMPTNTNvIdgXYpOZJNGgcPflOQLjQ/viewform
Thank you so much!
Samanda Davis, (She/Her) LCSW, MSW
School Social Worker
Thomas Jefferson High School
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Youth Apprenticeship Hiring Hub Now Open! | |
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You may have heard about the exciting work-based learning opportunities through apprenticeship offered in partnership with CareerWise Colorado. Apprenticeship provides additional avenues to college and career
success while proving applied-learning environments with world-class businesses with positions in career pathways such as financial services, business operations and information technology.
Watch this short film about why youth apprenticeship is an important innovation to our education system. (3 min watch)
To be eligible for apprenticeship, students need only be on-track to graduate. If your student is interested in exploring the possibilities apprenticeship can provide, they should speak with Emiy Bobrick (emily_bobrick@dpsk12.net or in room 137F in the counseling center) or talk to their guidance counselor.
The Fall Hiring Hub is targeting seniors, but there will be many more jobs available for rising juniors and seniors in the spring. Click here to learn more and see all of the current available positions.
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Parent Judges Needed for Business Competition 12/1 | |
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Five hundred high school students are ready to engage in a DECA Regional Competition next
month and we need 25-30 more parents or professionals to volunteer as judges for these
business simulation events. Past parent participants have found this to be a rewarding way to
spend a day supporting our students. Your student does not need to be in DECA for you to
serve as a judge. Parents of current DECA members are eligible to judge but cannot judge the
category that their student is competing in.
Thursday December 1, 2022 from 7:30AM to 3:30PM
Arapahoe County Fairgrounds & Event Center
25690 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO
Each judge will interact individually with 10-16 competitors. Judges will be provided with a copy
of the challenge, scripted questions and a detailed, task-specific score sheet. Scoring is done
online, so please bring your own device (laptop or tablet), or let us know if you will need one. A
concise training will be provided for judges prior to the competition.
You may choose your preferred event upon arrival. Topics include: Business Management &
Administration, Hospitality & Tourism, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Sales, Finance. A complete
list is found online here.
Help shape Colorado’s future business leaders – Sign up here to be a DECA judge on
December 1.
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The Spirit Store will be open every month during First Friday, as well as some of the upcoming home basketball games. In the meantime, if you are looking for a TJ hoodie, t-shirt, PJ pants, joggers, hat, seat cushion, sticker, bracelet, etc., please email us at TJHS.Store@gmail.com and we’ll help you get the items you want. | |
Mental Health and Social/Emotional Tips | |
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Did You Know...?
Last week was National School Psychology Week!
Natalie Koncz and Kendra Long, thank you so much for all you do, every day for our students and staff. Your support of students truly makes TJ the wonderful place it is and we are so grateful to have you both!
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News from the Denver Scholarship Foundation Future Center | |
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Spartan Seniors and Families!
Please visit your Future Center: TJFC2023 schoology course regularly, use the resources provided, and complete the assignments as they are designed to keep you on track.
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FAFSA and CASFA ($ for college!) ARE OPEN for application. Aim to complete the one application for which you are eligible as soon as possible to ensure full access to financial aid! DSF FAFSA/CASFA Community Workshop is on November 12th!
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Check to see if any of your colleges require the CSS Profile, a financial aid application, to be completed. Some colleges have Priority Deadlines in November!
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If you have submitted any college applications, be sure to complete the correct Transcript Request Form to ensure your transcript, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents get sent to your college(s)! See your Steps for Complete College Applications for details.
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Don’t forget to check your Weekly Scholarship Highlights and apply for any scholarship for which you are eligible.
Upcoming Events: For more information, please visit the Future Center schoology course calendar
Wednesday, November 9th- University of Arizona Rep Visit in the TJFC
Thursday, November 10th- College Fair during Advisement
Saturday, November 12th- Community FAFSA/CASFA Workshop
Tuesday, November 15th- University of Colorado Boulder Early Action Deadline, many other colleges also have this deadline!
Emily Webster
DSF College Advisor
emily_webster@dpsk12.net
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2023 PARENTS:
LET’S RAISE CASH IN A FLASH!
Please DONATE $23 for ‘23
$10 $23 $50 $100 $230 whatever you are able to do! This money supports 2023 fun class activities, community-building, senior year events and of course AFTER-PROM!
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Your direct support goes to:
- AFTER-PROM transforming TJ into an amazing FREE event - fabulous decorations, food, prizes, games, inflatables - you name it…your funds help pay for it!
- SENIOR SPARTAN SUNGLASSES for Hoco
- SENIOR SLEEPOUT & SENIOR SPLASH - we underwrite the events so Seniors make Money for their Prom
- Other upcoming SENIOR EVENTS
These events could not happen without your Financial Donations! Click here to help achieve our goals! THANK YOU TO SO MANY OF YOU WHO HAVE GENEROUSLY DONATED ALREADY!
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MARK YOUR 2022 FALL CALENDAR!
UPCOMING FUNDRAISING & EVENTS for SENIOR Class of 2023!
Click here for updated 2023 TRADITIONS & DATES LIST
* PARENTS & STUDENTS: Senior baby photos for Yearbook are due November 30, 2022. Yearbook Jostens Baby Photos - search for recognition ads tab.
Full Page Color: $180
½ Page Color: $130
¼ Page Color: $105
⅛ Page Color: $80
* PARENTS & STUDENTS: FAFSA Applications Are Now Open - Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) See Future Center for more Details!
* PARENTS & STUDENTS: Now Open - CHALLENGE DAY FEE is in your MYSCHOOLBUCKS Account MYSCHOOLBUCKS and you also need to register here CHALLENGE DAY SIGN UP (Challenge Day Event for Seniors will be Thursday or Friday, February 16 or 17, 2023.)
* SENIORS & PARENTS Important Graduation Dates:
Senior Check-out:
Friday, May 12, 2023 - time TBA
Thomas Jefferson High School
Rehearsal:
Tuesday, May 16, 2023 - 10:00 a.m.
University of Denver
TJ 2023 Graduation Ceremony:
Thursday, May 18, 2023 - 2:00 p.m.
University of Denver
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2023 SENIOR PARENTS!
THIS IS THE YEAR TO GET INVOLVED!
We need all of you!
HOW TO GET CONNECTED:
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Class Donations
If you haven’t donated to the Class of 2024, now is your chance! Corporate matching is a great, easy way to raise funds. Money raised will be used for the Class of 2024 After Prom.
Please click on the PTO Square link to support the class. Feel free to pass the link onto family and friends! (https://tjhsstore.square.site/product/2024-class-donations/96)
Parent Meetings
Parent meetings will be held every few months to discuss fundraising and events to
support the Junior Class. If you have fundraising ideas, please mark your calendar
when the information is posted or reach out!
Extraordinary parents – come get involved!
Reach out with questions, comments, and ideas. We look forward to a great year!
Rebecca Moore
rebecca_moore@dpsk12.org
Tambyr Reed
tambyr_reed@dpsk12.org
Robin Morrissey
robin_morrissey@dpsk12.org
Dyanna Spicher (parent)
dmspicher@hotmail.com
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Class of 2025 - Sophomores | |
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Stay tuned for news from the Class of 2026 sponsors. Want to be added to the Class Interest list?
Email tjhspto@gmail.com
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