Gahanna Middle School South

For planning purposes...

Every year, GMSS has the privilege of honoring the members of our South family who have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces. Veterans Day is a day of memories, commemoration, and above all, giving thanks. Please, let us honor the veterans in your families by completing the following Google Form as accurately as possible.

Please save the date for 11/11/26 with an approximate start time of 9:15 for our ceremony - our doors and library will be open at 8:30 for all veterans and families to come in an enjoy a cup of coffee and donuts while we wait to start!

This week's career is a Nurse Practitioner.

A nurse practitioner (NP) is a healthcare professional who provides many of the same types of care as doctors. Nurse practitioners can examine patients, diagnose health conditions, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and help patients manage their health. NPs can specialize in areas such as family practice, pediatrics, mental health, and women’s health. Becoming a nurse practitioner typically starts with becoming a registered nurse (RN) and earning a nursing degree. NPs then complete graduate-level education, such as a master’s or doctoral degree in nursing, along with clinical training and national certification. Check out the links to learn more about this rewarding healthcare career!

Please see this message from PTO President, Mrs. Sarah Narloch:

Hi, GMSS Families!

The PTO is providing Raising Cane's, City BBQ, and Bellacino's to our AWESOME staff for Family Conference nights -- but we could use your help with the sides, desserts, and drinks.

Follow the link below to find all sign-ups for the 2 remaining conference nights. THANK YOU in advance for your generosity!!

Sincerely,

GMSS PTO

Please see this message below from Mrs. Nicole Schmidt, a teacher at Gahanna Lincoln High School, who is organizing an incredible opportunity for our students to travel to JAPAN!

This trip is open to current 8th Grade students (through current 11th-grade students).

An informational meeting will take place on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH, in the first-floor Media Center at Gahanna Lincoln High School, from 6:30PM - 7:15PM.

For any questions, please reach out to NICOLE SCHMIDT (schmidtn@gjps.org).

If you have any questions about a particular club, please reach out directly to the advisor for more information!

Tuesday, September 29: Family Conferences (4P - 8P)

Thursday, October 1: Family Conferences (4P - 8P)

Thursday, October 8: October PTO Meeting, Middle School South Library, 6:00PM

Thursday, October 15: 6th Grade "Fun Night," 4:00PM - 5:30PM

Friday, October 16: End of Quarter 1

Monday, October 19: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS -- Conference Compensation Day

Tuesday, October 20: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS -- Teacher Work Day

Wednesday, October 21: First day of the 2nd Quarter

2026-2027 GAHANNA JEFFERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS CALENDAR

To check out what's coming down the pike here at South, including this week's Athletics Events, check out the "Months at a Glance" document linked below!

Kris Fuller -- Princpal (fullerk@gjps.org)

Andy Bonath -- Assistant Principal (bonatha@gjps.org)

Debbie Hensler -- Secretary (henslerd@gjps.org)

Nikki Gervais - Attendance/Records (gervaisn@gjps.org)

Ashley Artis - School Counselors, last names beginning with A - K (artisa@gjps.org)

JJ Lubinski - School Counselors, last names beginning with L-Z (lubinskij@gjps.org)