What are the odds that Mr. Tafelski the sub (L) is teaching across from Mr. Tafelski the English teacher (R)? It’s father-son day at Adams! #JAHS

Thanks to English teacher Grace Jozwiak for putting on an amazing prom this year! #JAHS southbendtribune.com/picture-galler…

This week, LaTanja Calhoun, Grace Jozwiak, and Amy Elliott are at Pike High School in Indianapolis for a week of AP training! Ready for the 2024-2025 school year — almost!! 🍎 #JAHS

English teacher Mrs. Rigonan is soaking up all the love that little pup Sky is spreading as teachers prepare for the first day of the #JAHS school year. Everyone is excited for the students to arrive tomorrow!

There was some Speed Dating - Research Style in the new AP Seminar class at Adams today!

Sophomore English students examining internet sources to determine whether they are credible and scholarly.

Amari’s Halloween costume was inspired by literature!

Some teachers in the English department — along with one social studies interloper — were in the Halloween spirit today! 🎃

Best dressed teacher for Halloween? Our vote is for new English teacher Mr. Rippey!

Spirit Week at JAHS - Pajama Day on Friday! 🎄

Congratulations to these sophomore English students who completed the optional grammar unit in Khan Academy and won a gift bag and cake! 🥇 #JAHS

Happy Holidays from the JA English Department! 🦅 #JAHS

On Friday afternoon, Jason Reynolds, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, spoke at John Adams High School. The students really enjoyed hearing from such an inspirational author! #JAHS

This semester, Adams High School is privileged to have the group Gentlemen and Scholars in our English lab classes once a week. This inspirational group is helping students fine tune their relational skills & be the best version of themselves. Thank you, gentlemen! #JAHS #GearUp

AP Seminar students are working in teams to synthesize their individual written reports on a real-world problem, crafting team solutions for their team multimedia presentations. #JAHS #APSeminar #TMP

Ms. Christy Burgess, founder of the Renegade Shakespeare Company, came to share her knowledge and lead Mrs. Drake's students in some theater exercises today. Mrs. Drake's freshmen embraced the opportunity with enthusiasm! #JAHS

Recently, Director Roger Woodard of the Data Science Department at the University of Notre Dame presented to teachers at Adams High School the exciting world of algorithms and AI. Educators explored the potential of AI as well as ethical implications! #JAHS

Mrs. Elliott was the happy recipient of a new book titled SCHOLARS SPEAK (available on Amazon) today, given to her by the trio Gentlemen and Scholars. This inspiring group of men is meeting weekly w/ a select number of English classes, focusing on public speaking! #JAHS #GearUP

Making connections — AP Seminar students are developing their individual written argument (IWA) topics and ultimately their research questions from the stimulus materials provided by College Board. On the way to a 2,000-word paper!

Spontaneous Friday twinning!