What are the downsides of attending TJHSST?

There are plenty: * It's a lot of work. You're going to get more homework, more frequent tests, and more difficult projects. * It's probably a long commute. read more

The atmosphere is incredibly competitive, and if you don't meet the perceived standards, you're going to feel like you don't belong at TJ (don't worry, you're probably fine). And, like every school, there are some teachers who just aren't that great. read more

I applied to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) my rising freshman year, and I got rejected. However, I just applied my rising sophomore year, and got accepted (TJHSST calls it a "froshmore" acceptance). Now I have to make the tough decision of whether or not to attend TJHSST. read more