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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Fostering a culture of inquiry and innovation at TJHSST
Dr. Evan Glazerprincipal
Evan.Glazer@fcps.edu
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Loudoun
PrinceWilliam
Falls Church
Arlington
Fairfax
Fauquier
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
The school’s mission is to provide students a challenging learning environment focused on math, science, and technology, to inspire joy at the prospect of discovery, and to foster a culture of innovation based on ethical behavior and the shared interests of humanity.
MissionMission
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
• Critical Inquiry and Research• Problem Solving• Intellectual Curiosity• Social Responsibility
Core Skills and Values
CIR-PS-IC-SR
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Fostering a Unique Mission
• Specialized programs
• Special events
• Providing support for innovation
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Courses and Content
Scope & Sequence of Advanced Placement
(AP) course work
• Offered in all core course work, including English, Math, Science, Social Studies and Foreign Language
Foreign Language • Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Russian, Spanish, including APMath
• Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Complex Variables
Computer Science
• Computer Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Supercomputing Applications, Comparative Languages
Electives
• DNA Science, Marine Biology, Neurobiology, Bionanotechnology, Advanced Optics, Quantum Physics & Nanotechnology, Computational Physics, Digital Imagery, Systems Engineering, Nature of Materials, Prototype Development and Processing, Analog Electronics, Digital Electronics, Microprocessor System Design, Audio Electronics, Automation and Robotics.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Educating the Complete Student
Comprehensive Program:
• Academics
• Arts
• Athletics
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Specialized Programs
• IBET• Geosystems• Senior Lab
Projects/Mentorship Program
• Eighth Period
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
IBET (Integrated Biology, English and Technology)IBET (Integrated Biology, English and Technology)
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Tuesday(90 Minutes)
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Monday(45 Minutes)
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 8
Wednesday(90 Minutes)
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 8 A&B
Thursday(90 Minutes)
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Friday(90 Minutes)
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 8 A&B
Class Schedule, IBET Groups
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
• Senior core science course• Analytical, quantitative, systematic• Heavy on math, modeling, and data• Extend knowledge of physics, chemistry and
biology• Where it all comes together
Geosystems
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
6 cell world climate model
Sea Surface Temperatures
Geostationary WX Images
World Chlorophyll Reflectance
Plots from World Seismic Network
Geosystems
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Senior Research
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
•Astronomy
•Automation & Robotics
•Biotechnology
•Chemical Analysis
•Communications Systems
•Computer Aided Design
•Computer Systems
•Energy Systems
•Microelectronics
•Oceanography & Geophysics
•Optics & Modern Physics
•Prototyping & Engineering Materials
•Neuroscience
Tech Labs
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Mentorship
• On Site Mentorship
• In House Mentorship
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Tuesday(90 Minutes)
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Monday(45 Minutes)
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 8
Wednesday(90 Minutes)
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 8 A&B
Thursday(90 Minutes)
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Friday(90 Minutes)
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 8 A&B
Class Schedule, Mentorships
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Eighth Period
• Non-credit period
• Activities reflect CIRPSICSR
• Socialization
• Service Opportunities
• Academic Support
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Special Events
• Homecoming week
• One Question
• Research Symposium
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Homecoming week• Fun week to build spirit• Pep rallies and competitions• Canned food sculptures
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
One Question
• Students submit questions to study for next school year
• Whole school vote• New courses, guest
speakers, research projects, summer reading, grant opportunities
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Research Symposium
• Opportunity to celebrate student research
• Involve scientists and alumni as panel speakers and demonstrations
• Corporate sponsorship to fund program and future research
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Providing Support for Innovation
• Programs
• Classes
• Student research
• Outreach
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Programs
• 5-year accreditation process• Annual school
improvement plan• Curriculum teams• Summer funds
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Classes
• Jefferson Learning Community – delayed start to school once each week
• Professional development opportunities
• Team teaching
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Student research
• Develop vision for future research
• Obtain opportunities at external institutions (labs)
• Grants to students• Corresponding needs and
priorities list
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Outreach
• Inspire younger students (weekend events and summer programs)
• Help teachers at other schools
• JOSTI
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
http://www.tjhsst.edu
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
• Synthesis
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
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