Thomas Jefferson High School - Aristocrat Yearbook (Denver, CO)

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A Time to Pursue Knowledge and Wisdom Life is a prism of reflecting wonders. The range of these wonders is infinite. Wonder can be the discovery of another world under a microscope, or it can be the inspiration of an act of determination-a flower blossom- ing against seemingly impossible obstacles. But what- ever wonder may be, it invariably serves as a catalyst for the accumulation of wisdom. But where is wisdom to be found? Wisdom is possibly man's greatest treasure for no material price can buy any. It is impossible to think that it can be obtained solely in the conhnes of a classroom, although the knowledge obtained there helps signifigantly. Wisdom is found only when we formulate a practical solution to our most basic questions. In this pursuit, man seeks answers to basic concepts-Cod, truth, creation, reality. Many men never answer these questionsg others simply ignore them. The few that do successfully answer these questions are said to be wise. Where is wisdom to be found?-In the realm of the mind, for wisdom is an entirely personal concept.

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A Time to Mold Friendships Realizing that a self-centered, completely introverted existence is one of loneliness, we reach out to other people in pursuit of meaningful friendships. By first recognizing that our school and our world is a mass of lonely individuals searching for friendship, we can break down the Walls around ourselves and build bridges to others. We build bridges Whenever we are most interested in other people and then We transform that interest into concern and activity for the others in our environment. Within Tj many opportunities to bridge the gap be- tween loneliness and friendship are afforded. Numerous and diverse clubs and activities provide a chance for all to participate and thereby broaden acquaintances. Sports and inter-school competition supply additional outlets for us to increase the range of our friendships. Discover- ing those things that make other students and faculty members unique is the greatest opportunity a school offers us to form valuable relationships. Friendship is sharing thoughts, desires, and expecta- tions. Friendship is love. Friendship is sacrifice. Friend- ship is all things to all people. ,.4 .QM