The Fidelity Future Stage program recognizes excellence, so it is no surprise that they selected the Thomas Jefferson Pride and Spirit band as the recipient of new musical instruments. Two of our talented musicians are seen here with a Fidelity representative and their band directors.
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October 2009

Through a program called "Operation Comeback," DISD Superintendent Michael Hinojosa, Thomas Jefferson Principal Eddie Conger and Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert (left to right) went door-to-door in the TJ attendance area on a rainy Saturday to find students who did not return to school this year. See the story in the Dallas Morning news.
September 2009

For eight days in August, 80 incoming Freshmen came to Thomas Jefferson's Early Start program to get a jump start on the upcoming school year. Here, two students design a T-shirt to demonstrate understanding of one of their lessons. More photos are available on Ms. Farinas-Gay's website.

September, 2009

Dr. Sardul Singh is honored as a winner of the Dallas Education Foundation/Texas Instruments innovations in teaching Science, Technology, Engineering and Math award. Only seven DISD secondary teachers were selected for the STEM award. Congratulations, Dr. Singh!

May, 2009

School Nurse Carole Taylor (left center) smiles with her family as she is honored to become one of Dallas Fort Worth's 100 Great Nurses. While 100 were chosen, Ms. Taylor is the only DISD school nurse to earn this honor. Read Nurse Week's article.

April, 2009

WFAA's Cynthia Izaguirre files a report about Thomas Jefferson's theater department before posing with a fellow alum and the senior class of 2009.

March, 2009

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