Monthly Update, Summer 2024

Enjoy some of the highlights of our recent graduation ceremony and join us in celebrating the Gahanna Lincoln High School Class of 2024! We are proud of all 594 graduates in this year's class! The class of 2024 includes 131 academic awards of distinction, 147 honors diplomas, 105 valedictorians, one Associate Degree from Columbus State and 13 entering military service.

You can now find us at:

630 Morrison Road

Suite 200

Gahanna, Ohio 43230

(614) 471-7065

info@gjps.org

Our last Coffee and Conversation for the 2023-24 school year will be held on June 6, 2024 at our new Central Office location. Start your morning with a cup of coffee and conversation with Dr. Deagle and members of our GJPS Board of Education.

June 6, 2024
8:00-9:30 a.m.

NEW GJPS Central Office
630 Morrison Road, Suite 200

Hear from our construction team on the progress of the new Gahanna Lincoln High School. Learn what has recently been completed on the site and what to look forward to in the coming months.

As a reminder, there will be new start times for our students starting this fall.

As you are preparing over the summer for the return of school, be aware of the changes to the start times for the 2024-25 school year and beyond.

Preschool AM: 8:30-11:15
Preschool PM: 12:15-3:00

Elementary: 8:05-2:45

High School: 8:35-3:20

Middle School: 9:05-3:50

GJPS Board of Education member Dion Manley was recently named to the Children's Vision Strike Force by Governor Mike DeWine.

The strike force was formed after DeWine talked about the work of Sight for All United in providing prescription glasses to students. This strike force will work to scale those models statewide and provide schools with the technical assistance they need to implement similar programs. Check out a press release from the Governor's office to learn more!

Unintentional shootings are far more likely in summer months when kids and teens are home from school, visiting friends and relatives, or both. As summer approaches, it’s more important than ever to remember to secure all firearms in your homes and vehicles, and to ask about the presence of unsecured guns in homes or vehicles where your kids will be.

Please strengthen these practices by teaching your kids age appropriate gun safety behaviors - never to touch a gun and to alert an adult immediately if one is found, and discuss how to get out of an unsafe situation. Please see the below resource for more information about this safety conversation, and share with friends, and visit BeSMARTForKids.org for more information on safe storage practices. Thanks for keeping our community safe!

Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools is actively hiring many support staff positions for the 2024-25 school year! Make a difference in your community and JOIN OUR TEAM!

Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools is now hiring

INTERVENTION SPECIALISTS

at all levels for the 2024-25 school year.

Teach in a dynamic and supportive school district with competitive salaries and comprehensive BENEFITS!

GJPS is GROWING and we want YOU to build your CAREER WITH US!

Everyone was a winner at the Chapelfield and Goshen Lane ABILITY GAMES. Students enjoyed a day of friendship, inclusion and accessibility!

Chapelfield Elementary

Goshen Lane Elementary

Middle School West's Second Annual COMIC CON was a success. Our talented sixth graders showcased their original graphic novels to families and fellow students.

Students recently presented their Senior Literature Capstone Projects to friends and family. From jewelry making to archery, our students have many interests and passions.

May 31, 2024: Central Office Opens in New Location (630 Morrison Road, Suite 200)

June 6, 2024: Community Coffee & Conversation
August 15, 2024: Student First Day of 2024-25 School Year

2024-25 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)

The Heart and Pride Award recognizes two outstanding staff members each month who make a profound impact on our students and Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools.

This nomination form will remain open year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.

In November 2020, voters in the Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools district approved a bond and operating levy to fund Phase Two of the GJPS Master Facilities Plan.

Phase Two of the Master Facilities Plan Includes:

• Additions and renovations to High Point and Blacklick Elementary
• Additions and renovations to Middle School East
• New Lincoln High School on current site

Master Facilities Plan & Building Projects Webpage

Phase Two Building Projects Webpage
Phase Two Elementary Projects Webpage

Phase Two Middle School East Project Webpage

Phase Two Lincoln High School Projects Webpage

GJPS has very active Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube accounts.

Please check us out and LIKE US, give us a comment or tweet and SHARE us!

Have a question about something school related? We bet you can find the answer on our Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools website at www.GahannaSchools.org.

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