Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy

We are the Gryphons!

Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy is a public charter school, offering a college-preparatory education to students in grades K–12.

Developing Thoughtful, Articulate Young Adults

“A society that wishes to be both ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, wants what never was, and never will be.” —Thomas Jefferson

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NC Report Card – Please click on the year of interest for a more detailed report on our school performance:

2017-2018: Grade A with an 88 Overall Performance Grade
2016-2017: Grade B with an 82 Overall Performance Grade
2015-2016: Grade B with an 83 Overall Performance Grade
2014-2015: Grade A+NG with an 86 Overall Performance Grade
2013-2014: Grade A with an 86 Overall Performance Grade
2012-2013: School Profile (Grading system not in place)

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We’ve had a great start! Important Information Enclosed

We’ve had a great start to the school year!

Important First Week of School Info

Dear Gryphon Families,
We are looking forward to the start of school on Thursday. Here are just a few reminders of important happenings of next week.
The PowerSchool portal will open at noon on Monday, August 12. All returing students can view and print their schedules from the online portal. All new students to TJ will receive information at orientation on how to access the portal.

Our Mission

Building upon the foundation of the Core Knowledge Sequence, Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy partners with families to educate students in grades K–12 in the trivium of grammar, logic, and rhetoric, thus graduating thoughtful, articulate young adults who are prepared for college and for a lifetime of citizenship and active intellectual inquiry.