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Administrator's Corner
October 2, 2023
Happy October!
This week we will have a Fall Festival (otherwise known as First Friday) on Friday. We will have a shortened class schedule and the festival will end the day, with games and food for students. The Honor Roll drawing will take place at 3:15.
There is a GT Parent Night on Wednesday from 6-7:00 p.m., and the Fall Instrumental concert will take place on Thursday!
For planning purposes, please note that there will be no school for students on 10/12, 10/13, and 10/16.
¡Feliz octubre!
Esta semana tendremos un festival de otoño (también conocido como primer viernes) el viernes. Tendremos un horario de clases más corto y el festival terminará el día, con juegos y comida para los estudiantes. El sorteo del Rollo de Honor tendrá lugar a las 3:15.
¡Hay una Noche de Padres GT el miércoles de 6 a 7:00 p.m. y el concierto instrumental de otoño tendrá lugar el jueves!
Para propósitos de planificación, tenga en cuenta que no habrá escuela para estudiantes el 10/12, 10/13, y 10/16.
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Paula Hammel
Assistant Principal
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Monday-
Tuesday-
- PTO Meeting: 6:00 p.m. (details below)
Wednesday-
- DPS Substance Use Prevention Program Webinar (details below)
- GT Parent Night: 6-7:00 p.m.
Thursday-
- Fall Instrumental Music Concert
Friday-
Saturday-
- Halloween Costume Drive at Southmoor (details below)
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Kudos to our very own Brock Strickland as he was recognized by the Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics!
September 2023 Educator Spotlight
Spotlighting Colorado Mathematics Educators and Teams
This section of our newsletter allows us to recognize the amazing mathematics teams, educators, and leaders in our community. This month we spotlight a high school mathematics teacher, Brock Strickland, Teacher and Senior Team Lead at Thomas Jefferson High School!
Click here to read the full article!
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OCTOBER MEETING - TOMORROW NIGHT:
This month's PTO meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 3 at 6pm. Our guest speaker will be Principal Mike Christoff, who will discuss TJ's school safety program and transportation solutions. Scott Baldermann from the DPS Board of Education and a representative from our City Council member’s office will also be in attendance. This meeting will be in a “hybrid” format. Join us in person at TJ in Room 111, or “tune in” on Zoom. Please use the following link to join:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85206315448?pwd=NExqVHg3ZTZFb0hIOVNKZDcxeElDZz09
Meeting ID: 852 0631 5448
Passcode: 630563
Questions? Want to get involved? Join our e-mail list: TJHSPTO@gmail.com
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DONATIONS NEEDED FOR STAFF APPRECIATION DINNER - TUES 10/17
On Tuesday, October 17, TJ's PTO will host the first Staff Appreciation event of the year by providing dinner during Parent Teacher Conferences. Teachers will be busy that night
meeting with families, so we will serve a dinner of soup and sandwiches to keep them going. The PTO will provide the sandwiches and we are asking parents to provide the soup/chili, chips and desserts. Please make this dinner possible
by signing up here. We can't do it without you!
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A few volunteers are also needed, see the sign up for shifts between 3:30-7:30pm. If you would like to participate but are not available on the 17th, you are welcome to make an online donation. Please click here to make a donation that goes directly to TJ’s PTO and will be used for this dinner or future staff appreciation events. (After clicking link, scroll to the bottom for Teacher Appreciation Fund).
Dropping Off Your Food Donations: On Tuesday, October 17th, drop off your item in Room
111 between 3:30-4:00pm. If your item does not need to be refrigerated or heated, you can
drop it off in the main office kitchen on Tuesday before 3pm. Soups, stews and chili should
be delivered ready to serve in a crockpot fitted with a liner to help us with clean up. We
have plenty of serving utensils so no need to bring any of your own. The staff truly
appreciates your support during this busy evening.
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
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The October Food Bank distribution will take place on Thursday, October 19 from 4:00-5:30pm. Any family that is in need of food support is welcomed and encouraged to sign up HERE. Please note that you MUST sign up for us to have food available for you at the distribution.
La distribución de alimentos de octubre es jueves 19 de octubre de 4:00-5:30 pm en TJ. Cualquier familia que necesite apoyo alimentario es bienvenida y animada a inscribirse AQUÍ. DEBE registrarse para que tengamos alimentos disponibles para usted en la distribución.
The Food Bank is in need of reusable grocery bags for food distribution! If you have any bags to donate, please put them in the box in the office - thank you!
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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Senior Parent Meeting - Save the Date | |
Conflict Resolution Art Contest | |
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Did you know that Colorado is the only state to dedicate an entire month to conflict resolution?!
In honor of this, TJ will host our annual Conflict Resolution Art Contest for the month of October! Students, submit artwork, any medium or form is accepted, that describes what conflict resolution means and looks like to you. Winners will be chosen based on effort, creativity, and how well conflict resolution is depicted through the piece. Winners will have their art displayed at the Hampden bus stop! Other prizes as well.
Art will be due to Ms. Lupo on National Conflict Resolution Day - Thursday, October 19, 2023.
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Hello Spartans and families! We are available by email for TJ merch requests (tjhs.store@gmail.com).
Stay tuned for an online store! Thank you TJ community for your school spirit!
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GT Information Night - October 4th | |
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Attention TJ Parents,
(en espanol)
TJ will be hosting a Gifted and Talented Family Information Night on Wednesday, October 4th. If your child is identified as GT, 2e or HGT, please join us!
When: Wednesday October 4th, 2023
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Where: TJHS Cafeteria
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
- Course Placement
- TJ Resources
- Community Resources
- District and State Collaboration
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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, Paula Hammel (phammel@dpsk12.net) or Rachel Stutzman, GT Itinerant Teacher (rachel_stutzman@dpsk12.org). | |
Mental Health Summit - October 6 | |
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The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) is teaming up with schools and community partners to provide a platform for students to speak honestly and frankly about mental health and wellness.
DDPHE’s is inviting DPS students to join us at the second annual The We Got This! Youth Mental Health Summit on October 6th at the Tivoli Student Union Center, on the Auraria Campus. This half day FREE event created by youth for youth will include music, motivational speakers, incredible breakout sessions and more! The We Got This recruitment packet should help you generate interest and register your students as easily as possible. Event information is below:
What: The We Got This! Youth Mental Health Summit
When: October 6, 2023 | 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Tivoli Student Union Center on the Auraria Campus, Denver
How: This event is free- just use the registration link below!
Registration: Registration Link to register students and volunteers for the event.
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Halloween Costume Drive - Save the Date! | |
Youth Leadership Conference - Registration Closes October 8th! | |
Fentanyl Awareness & Resource Fair | |
Student Job Opportunity - TJ Youth Ambassador | |
Showing Pride at FACE University | |
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Thursday October 12th, 5:00 - 5:45 pm: Supporting LGBTQ+ Kids - Resources and Information from PFLAG Denver
Join us ONLINE 5:00 - 5:45 PM! This session will provide families and caregivers of queer youth with resources to show up as informed, supportive advocates. With 40 years of experience, PFLAG Denver supports and connects families on their journey of loving and advocating for their children and loved ones. Content includes educational resources on allyship, tools for navigating school and other systems, and information for further support and connection.
You must RSVP to qualify for our giveaway, and receive the link to attend this session.
! RSVP HERE !
*Necesitas Espanol para Crianza y apoyo de jovenes LGBTQ+? Por Favor, seleccionar JUEVES, 28 de Septiembre.
! Confirme AQUÍ para asistir virtualmente por Zoom !
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Visit last month's Face U. topic: Climate and Safety
You will find a video of our most recent class in ENGLISH and SPANISH - School Emergency Protocols
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Need other resources? Check out our Resource Hub!!
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Wednesday October 4th, 8:30 – 9:30 am: Title I Family Engagement
This is a learning session designed for school staff to learn about Title I, Title I plans, and how it can be used to drive family engagement! Parents are also welcome.
RSVP HERE.
Wednesday September 27th: Parenting Partners Reunion (in-person!)
Join us IN PERSON for a night of celebrating the Parenting Partners Program. You will hear from and have a chance to connect with Parenting Partners Champions (previous parents that have completed the program). We will demo all 3 programs: Parenting Partners, Calm & Kind Family, and Family Meals Challenge. You can sign up to bring ONE or ALL of these programs to your family and/or school in the future!
Todos los programas disponible en español.
Programs are available in-person and virtually in the future! You must RSVP HERE.
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FACE University, by Denver Public Schools, is a RESOURCE and LEARNING website for parents and families in the Denver metro. Click HERE to learn more!
Questions? Need support accessing videos/resources? Please, contact me! I am happy to help!
Jasmine Rigby
jasmine_rigby@dpsk12.net
720.423.3915
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School Based Health Center at TJ | |
DPS Substance Use Prevention Program Announces Fall Webinar Lineup | |
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he DPS Substance Use Prevention (SUP) Program will continue to host a monthly webinar on the first Wednesday of every month at noon. Webinars will feature experts from the Denver community who will provide attendees with information about relevant issues that youth are facing today.
Upcoming webinars to save the date for:
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Oct. 4: Youth Substance Use Prevention and Intervention with Dr. Christian Thurstone, Denver Health STEP Team.
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Nov. 1 at noon: Digital Wellness for Youth and Families with Brian Dino, DPS Digital Coach.
Learn more about the webinars listed above and register here.
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Mental Health and Social/Emotional Tips | |
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Did You Know…?
(en español)
We all must have tough conversations sometimes, but here are 5 ways to make any hard conversation a little easier!
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Mental Health and Social Emotional “Did You Know”: Compiled by Natalie Koncz, Ed.S., NCSP and Samanda Davis, LCSW, MSW. Resources: https://www.bhg.com/ (April 2019) | |
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Spartan Seniors and Families,
Click here to learn more about the Denver Scholarship Foundation and the DSF Scholarship.
Seniors: In your Future Center: TJFC2024 schoology course, you will find many resources to help you with your college process. Please review the course at least weekly. A list of Scholarship Highlights will be posted weekly in addition to information about College Rep Visits in the TJFC, College Fairs, major deadlines, reminders about your next steps for college and more! Most importantly, please drop by the Future Center to say hi and ask questions!
College planning tasks from your Future Center schoology to work on now:
Upcoming Events: For more information, please visit the Future Center schoology course calendar
Tuesday, October 3rd- DSF Virtual Insight Panel: Careers in Real Estate
Wednesday, October 4th- Brown University Rep Visit in the TJFC
Thursday, October 5th- UChicago Rep Visit, Boettcher Scholarship Webinar, Greater Denver College Fair at South High School 5:30pm
Emily Webster, M.S..
DSF Lead College Advisor
emily_webster@dpsk12.net
Alyssa Baker, M.Ed.
DSF College Advisor
alyssa_baker@dpsk12.net
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KEY DATES FOR SENIORS
10/1: The FAFSA is open. This is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and will help
determine the financial aid students receive next year in college. Deadlines are determined by
states, colleges and universities. For more information, go online or contact the Future Center.
10/12 - 10/18: No school for Seniors. See the school calendar for more information.
10/17-19: Free Application Days for most colleges and universities in Colorado. More info is
found online or contact the Future Center.
11/17: Yearbook Photos and Senior Quotes Due. More info is on the Yearbook’s webpage.
1/30/24: deadline to purchase Senior Recognition Ads for the yearbook.
4/20/24: Prom at the Curtis Ballroom in Greenwood Village
5/28/24: Graduation at 1pm at the University of Denver’s Magness Arena
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Please join us October 26th at 6pm for a meeting of the Class of 2025 parent committee. We will discuss plans for the rest of the year including a Holiday fundraiser, teacher appreciation and possibly another parent party for the Spring. The meeting will be held at TJ in room 111.
Any questions?
hmbdvm@yahoo.com or 303-887-1038
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Please join us October 25th at Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar 5380 Greenwood Plaza Blvd #106, In the Landmark @ Greenwood Village. Come between 4pm-9pm to help raise funs for After Prom. | |
Class of 2026 - Sophomores | |
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Stay tuned for class or 2027 news!
Questions? Want to get involved? Email TJHSPTO@gmail.com
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