Gahanna Lincoln High School

It’s Homecoming Week at GLHS! This is one of my favorite times of the year because it brings our students, staff, families, and community together in celebration of school spirit.

We’ll cap off the week with our Homecoming Football Game this Friday, September 26, at 7:00 PM as the Lions take on Central Crossing. Then on Saturday, September 27, from 8:00–11:00 PM, our students will dance the night away at the Homecoming Dance in the GLHS main gym. (See below for ticket purchase information.)

Homecoming is all about fun, friendship, and memories, but I also want to remind everyone that it’s important to celebrate safely and responsibly. We want this weekend to be full of positive experiences that our students will look back on with pride.

And of course, the week wouldn’t be complete without Spirit Week! Here’s how our students and staff are showing their school pride each day:

• Matching Set Monday

• Totally Wack Tuesday

• Pink Out Wednesday

• Throwback Thursday

• Rushing into Friday

Let’s make it a week to remember full of laughter, spirit, and safe celebrations.

Go Lions!

As September is National Suicide Prevention Month, Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools would like to raise awareness about this major public health concern. During this month, we are reminded to look out for our loved ones, the people in our community and those impacted by suicide or suicidal ideation.

This is also a time to ensure that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help. Please see the resources below for anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts or in crisis. All resources are available 24/7.

• Safer Ohio School Tip Line - 1-844-723-3764

• Columbus Suicide Prevention Hotline - 614-221-5445

• Nationwide Children’s Behavioral Health Crisis Line (youth up to age 17 experiencing a mental health crisis)- 614-722-1800

• Netcare Emergency Response Services (adults ages 18+ experiencing a mental health crisis)- 614-276-2273

• National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - 988 or 1-800-273-8255

• Trevor Project National Hotline (support for LGBTQ+ Youth) - 866-488-7386

• Suicide Prevention Resource Center

GLHS Fall Family Conferences will be held on Thursday, September 25, and Tuesday, September 30, from 4:00–7:30 PM. Families may attend in person or virtually.

Scheduling Information (via MyConferenceTime.com/glhs):

• Scheduling closes for Sept. 25 conferences: Wednesday, September 24
  

• Scheduling opens for Sept. 30 conferences: Friday, September 26
  

• Scheduling closes for Sept. 30 conferences: Monday, September 29
  

Families can schedule time with individual teachers and staff. Please reserve only one conference per teacher and be mindful of the time so staff can meet with as many families as possible.

Conferences are a great opportunity to connect with teachers and counselors about your student’s academic experience at GLHS. For help using MyConferenceTime, view this tutorial video. For other questions, please contact the main office at (614) 478-5500.

Thank you for your ongoing support. We look forward to seeing you at conferences!

Please join us for an informational meeting to learn about the application process and requirements for the National Honor Society. We will cover the four pillars of NHS—scholarship, service, leadership, and character—and answer any questions you may have.

To accommodate your schedule, we are offering two different meeting times. The content will be the same at both, so please plan to attend only one. We look forward to seeing you there!

Meeting Times:

• Thursday, September 25th from 5:45-6:15 in the high school library

• Tuesday, September 30th from 5:45-6:15 in the high school library

If you have any questions about the meeting, please reach out to NHS advisor, Ann Gleek (gleeka@gjps.org).

Join us on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 6:15–7:15 PM in the GLHS Auditorium for an informative session on the college financial aid process.

Faith Phillips, Director of Student Financial Services at Central Ohio Technical College, will walk families through how financial aid works and how to apply. The session will include a short Q&A. (Students do not need to be planning to attend COTC to participate.)

Why attend? Financial aid is an important step in making college possible. This session will give seniors and their families the tools they need to successfully navigate the process.

We’re excited to welcome students to the Homecoming this Saturday, September 27, 2025!

Here’s what you need to know:

• Where to buy: Click here to purchase your ticket through our Hometown Ticketing site.

• Cost: Ticket price is $15.00 + $1.79 in Hometown fees = $16.79 per ticket at checkout.

• What you need: Please have your student's ID number handy when purchasing.

• Support: To help make the process smooth, we've created a step-by-step guide for how to purchase tickets. Click here to view the step sheet.

• Guest Forms: Students bringing a guest from another school must complete the Homecoming Guest Form and return it to the main office by Tuesday, September 23 at 3:30 PM. Form link here.

Emergency Medical Authorization Form Reminder:
In order to purchase a Homecoming ticket, each student must have an updated Emergency Medical Authorization (EMA) Form on file with the school. If this form is not updated, your student will be unable to complete a ticket purchase. Please take a few minutes to log in to the Parent Portal to ensure your EMA form is current. If you need a visual step-by-step guide for how to complete this process, please click here.

For any questions, please contact the GLHS Main Office at (614) 478-5500.

Gahanna Lincoln Athletics uses an online platform to sell tickets for all home athletic events. Click the button above to purchase GLHS Athletics Tickets.

In accordance with State and Federal law, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities who wish to attend and/or participate in school events. Such individuals should notify the Principal/designee if they require a reasonable accommodation.

Visiting colleges is an exciting part of planning for the future, and SchooLinks makes it possible without ever leaving home! Students can take immersive virtual tours that let them:

• Explore campuses – walk through buildings, dorms, and student centers.

• Experience student life – get a sense of the atmosphere and community.

• Preview opportunities – discover programs, clubs, and resources unique to each school.

Encourage your student to log in, take a few tours, and see which campuses feel like the right fit. This is a fun and low-stress way to start imagining what life after high school could look like!

If you or your student have questions along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out to their school counselor for support.

Attention Sophomore Families! On September 25, a representative from Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools will be at GLHS to share the exciting opportunities available to students. From hands-on training in engineering, health sciences, aviation, robotics, animal care, culinary arts, and more, Eastland-Fairfield offers programs that help students discover their passions and prepare for success after graduation.

These programs give students the chance to gain valuable skills, earn industry credentials, and jump-start their future careers. Learn more about the wide variety of options at eastlandfairfield.com/programs.

Cap and gown ordering for graduation is now open! Please use the link below to place your student’s order.

• Order early and save! Early Bird pricing ends January 10, 2026.

• Cap & Gown Pick-Up: April 24 & 25, 2026 (for students who have ordered and paid).

• Graduation Announcements: Shipped directly to your home.

Click here to order your student’s cap and gown

College application season can be one of the most stressful times for students, and parents, too. We’re here to make the process smoother!

Join us for an interactive Common App Workshop on Tuesday, September 30, from 6:00–7:30 PM in the 3rd Floor Common Area of Clark Hall.

📌 What to Expect

• A counselor-led walkthrough of the Common Application, the platform GLHS students use to apply to college

• Hands-on support for students as they create their own Common App accounts and begin working on their applications

• Guidance for parents to better understand the process and how to support their students

💻 What to Bring
Students should bring their Chromebooks so they can follow along and get started on their applications in real time.

⚠️ Space is Limited
Please RSVP HERE to reserve your spot! This event will be capped due to space, so don’t wait.

Our PASS (Positive Academic Support Solution) Room is now open after school! It is open Monday - Thursday from 3:40 PM - 5:00 PM, and is located in the ASC Lab (H163A). The PASS Room is operated by GLHS teachers who are ready and willing to provide academic support on assignments.

September 22, 2025 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

September 25, 2025 Family Conferences

September 25, 2025 Financial Aid Night

September 27, 2025 Homecoming Dance

September 30, 2025 Family Conferences

September 30, 2025 Picture Retakes

October 2, 2025 Professional Development Day - No School

October 3, 2025 No School

October 8, 2025 PSAT

October 17, 2025 End of 1st Quarter

October 20, 2025 No School

October 27, 2025 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

November 10, 2025 Professional Development Day - No School

November 24, 2025 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

November 26-28, 2025 Thanksgiving Break - No School

December 19, 2025 End of 2nd Quarter

December 22 - January 2, 2026 Winter Break - No School

January 5, 2026 Transition to New Building - No School for Students

January 6, 2026 Transition to New Building - No School for Students

January 7, 2026 Orientation day for 10th and 12th graders (no school for 9th and 11th graders)

January 8, 2026 Orientation day for 9th and 11th graders (no school for 10th and 12th graders)

January 10, 2026 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the New High School

January 19, 2026 MLK Day - No School

January 26, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

February 4, 2026 Family Conferences

February 4, 2026 Junior Parent Meeting (6:00 PM)

February 12, 2026 Family Conferences

February 13, 2026 Professional Development Day - No School

February 16, 2026 President's Day - No School

February 23, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 6, 2026 End of 3rd Quarter

March 9, 2026 No School

March 20, 2026 No School

March 23, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 30 - April 3, 2026 Spring Break - No School

April 14, 2026 English 10 State Testing

April 15, 2026 SAT

April 21, 2026 US History & Government State Testing

April 23, 2026 Biology State Testing

April 27, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 28, 2026 Algebra I State Testing

April 30, 2026 Geometry State Testing

May 1, 2026 Professional Development Day - No School

May 2, 2026 Prom

May 22, 2026 End of 4th Quarter

May 22, 2026 Last Day of School

May 23, 2026 Graduation

2025-26 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)