Weekly Update - Middle School South

It's hard to believe, but this week, our 8th Graders will begin meeting with High School Counselors to begin the process of scheduling for their Freshman year at GLHS!

Specifically, all 8th Grade students will attend a presentation by the HS counseling team on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH during the 7th Period "Rotation." In this meeting, counselors will present an overview of HS courses (there are LOTS of options!), required credits, and more.

We want to extend the same information to our families as well!

Please join our HS Counselors of THURSDAY NIGHT, DECEMBER 11, at 6:30PM in the Gahanna Lincoln High School AUDITORIUM to better understand what the long path to graduation looks like. This information will also help you reflect with your student about what next year (and beyond) might look like!

The information in this scheduling guide might appear overwhelming, but I promise that our colleagues at the High School as well as our whole team here at Middle School South are here to support your child and your family as the first steps into HS begin to take shape.

As shared on the Ohio Department of Higher Education's website, "College Credit Plus is Ohio’s dual enrollment program that provides students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking courses from Ohio colleges or universities. The purpose of this program is to enhance students’ career readiness and postsecondary success, while providing a wide variety of options to college-ready students, at no or limited costs to students and families." More information about the program can be found on the Ohio Department of Higher Education's website.

Gahanna Lincoln High School will be virtually hosting their annual College Credit Plus (CCP) Informational Student and Parent meeting on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 6:30-8:30pm. The two seperate links below will connect you with the different portions of the informational meeting.

• 6:30-7:30pm - Central Ohio College and Universities' General CCP Information (you must first register and an email with the meeting link will be sent to your email address).
• 7:30-8:30pm - GJPS Specific CCP Information

Nothing pairs with Wintertime and plunging temperatures better than refreshing flavored ice! Kona Ice is BACK this week, as it is the second Wednesday of every month.

As in months past, students will have the option to PRE-ORDER their Kona Ice treat by clicking on the link below.

If your Lion is interested in playing baseball this spring (7th & 8th Grade only!), please check out the flyer below for information about Winter conditioning!

As we enter the home stretch of the 2nd Quarter, which officially ends on December 19, these next few weeks are some of the most important of the entire semester. Now is the time for students to really lean in by staying organized, putting forth their best effort, seeking feedback, and taking advantage of the support their teachers are eager to provide. Whether it’s meeting with teachers during WIN or Study Hall, asking questions in class, or revisiting assignments, every small step can make a meaningful difference in finishing the quarter strong. We also want to encourage families to keep communication lines open with us. Your partnership is essential, and together we can ensure every student has what they need to feel confident and successful heading into winter break. If you have questions or concerns at any point, please reach out. We’re here, we’re committed, and we’re cheering on our students all the way to the finish line.

UPCOMING DATES:

End of Quarter 2/Semester 1: Friday, December 19th

Winter Break: Monday, December 22 - Friday, January 2

Grades Due: Wednesday, January 7

Report Cards Available on I.C.: Friday, January 9

Please see the schedule below for official basketball team photos:

When: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12

Where: Middle School South

7th Grade Girls' Basketball : 4:30PM

8th Grade Girls' Basketball: 4:45PM

7th Grade Boys' Basketball: 5:00PM

8th Grade Boys' Basketball: 5:15PM

I will communicate more information as I have it. Don't hesitate to reach out to child's coach for more information as well, if need be.

There's nothing like playing in front of an energized, roaring crowd. If you can, come support our Lions on the court this week!

BOYS' BASKETBALL

Tuesday, December 9

HOME v. Newark Liberty MS

7th Grade: 5:30PM

8th Grade: 6:45PM (appx.)

Thursday, December 11

Bye Week!

GIRLS' BASKETBALL

Tuesday, December 9

AWAY @ Newark Liberty MS

7th Grade: 5:30PM

8th Grade: 6:45PM (appx.)

Thursday, December 11

HOME v. Groveport Middle School(s)

7th Grade: 5:30PM

8th Grade: 6:45PM (appx.)

WRESTLING

Wednesday, December 10

HOME v. Newark Middle Schools

5:30PM

Even though the App is called "Gahanna Lincoln Athletics," MIDDLE SCHOOL Athletics are on there as well!

Go download this App through either the App Store (Apple) or through the Google Play Store (for Android)!!!

Always remember: Gahanna South is a COMMUNITY! We are here to support all of our families, especially when times get tough - as they can & do for everyone.

Through our partnership with GRIN (Gahanna Residents in Need), we are happy to be able to offer supplemental food for families need over the weekends.

Click on the link below if your student and your family could benefit from some supplemental provisions, and we'll be in touch soon with what we're able to offer and how we can get these provisions to you!

Supporting one another is just what we do!

Is there a Staff Member out there you believe is deserving some praise?!

Let us know about it!

Click on the button below to send some positive vibes to a staff member so that we can celebrate that person, too!

Friday, December 19: Final day of Quarter 2/Semester 1

Monday, December 22 - Friday, January 2: Winter Break -- NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

Monday, January 19: Martin Luther King Day -- NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS OR STAFF

2025 - 2026 GJPS School Calendar

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)