March 28, 2024

March 28, 2024
Reminder No School - Friday March 29th
There is no school tomorrow- we will see everyone back in class on Monday, April 1st.
This week's Jefferson's Journal is light on content but heavy on opportunities to volunteer or support the school. Please check out the various opportunities to support Jefferson Elementary.
-Mr. Schmidt
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration Is Open for the 2024-25 School Year
Please visit https://www.gahannaschools.org/families/enrollment for information on how to enroll your incoming Kindergartener for next year. Please help spread the word to your neighbors and friends who have a child who will be 5 by August 1st.
Jefferson Elementary's Kindergarten Kick-Off Open House event for parents and students will be Thursday, May 9th from 5:30 - 6:30.
Preschool Registration
Roarrrr! Little Lions, are you ready to join our PRIDE? GJPS Preschool enrollment is NOW OPEN for the 2024-25 school year! ๐งโ๐ฆ Let's play, learn and have fun together!
Click Here for all the information and to register for our GJPSPreschool!
Lost and Found
Lost and Found: The weather in Ohio is never the same from day to day, and that is especially true in the spring. Our lost and found is overflowing with clothing items. Please encourage your child to check out the lost and found while they are in the cafeteria. Please contact the office if you would like to make arrangements to stop in and look for items in the lost and found.
PTO News and Events
Donations Needed
Click this LINK to donate items to May 17th's Carnival Fidget Walk and Photo Booth! Thank you for supporting this fun event!
Spring Dance
Grades K-2 6:00- 7:10
Grades 3-5 7:30 - 9:00
Adult supervision/ attendance is required.
Student Directory
Here is a link to the Student Directory. This directory is to be used to make connections between families and is not to be used for soliciting or mass communication purposes.
PTO Board Nominations 2024-25
The Jefferson PTO is looking to fill the VICE PRESIDENT and SECRETARY positions for the 2024-2025 school year. They are also looking to add an Assistant Treasurer. Use the link below to submit your name, make a nomination or just to learn more about this service opportunity.
Any Jefferson Family member of a Kโ5th grade student for the 2024-2025 school year may nominate themselves or another individual for the position.
Upcoming School Events
Mark Your Calendar...
March 29 No School for Students or Staff
April 8-12 Spring Break
April 26 School Dance Grades K-2 6:00 -7:10
April 26 School Dance Grades 3-5 7:30 - 9:00
April 30 2nd Grade Music Performance "Colors" 7:00 pm
May 7 1st Music Performance "A Day at School" 7:00 pm
May 9 Kindergarten Kick-off Event 5:30 - 6:30 pm
May 17 Carnival
May 22 Field Day
May 24 Last day of School
State Testing Dates
The state-required testing in grades 3-5 will take place from the end of April through the beginning of May. You will hear these tests referred to as "OST" which stands for Ohio State Tests. We ask that you make every attempt to have your child at school on these testing dates and avoid doctor appointments or unnecessary absences.
Heart and Pride Nominations
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. Families are encourage to nominate a staff member today! The Heart & Pride Nomination Form will remain available year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.
Gahanna, Ohio 43230
614-478-5560