A Trip Down Goshen Lane

Hello, Families,

It's hard to believe there is only one week left of the 2025-26 school year. We look forward to finishing strong next week! This past week included our final Town Halls where were celebrated students with perfect April attendance as well as those who were Safe, Helpful, and Caring. Our districtwide 4th and 5th grade EL students enjoyed their field trip to Hannah Park. Miss Obey's class showcased their reading fluency in their Readers Theatre performances. And our fifth graders visited ZipZone Adventures! We also welcomed a lot of our new families who will have a kindergartener in 2026-27 during Tuesday's Kindergarten Kickoff. It was another wonderful week!

Important Reminders:

• Title I Survey: Please take a moment to complete our survey down below to help support our school programs.

• Cafeteria Balance: If you have an outstanding balance, please settle your account right away.

Enjoy your weekend,

Sharon Suriano

We are always reflecting on ways to grow instructional programming and general supports we offer our students and families. We invite you to give your feedback by completing this survey regarding our Title I program. The responses will be used to guide our school programming plans for next year. Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your thoughts. We truly value them!

2025-26 Parent and Caregiver Survey

Field Day is Wednesday, May 20th. We are in need of volunteers to help set up, run a field day stations, and clean up events at the end of the day. Please check in with the front office when you arrive and bring your drivers license. NOTE: You must be a volunteer to attend this event.

Field Day Volunteer SignUp

5th, 4th, and 3rd graders will participate in Field Day events in the morning.

K, 1st, and 2nd graders will participate in Field Day events in the afternoon.

All Day volunteers will be from 7:30 - 2:00.

Thanks in advance for helping us make our 2026 Field Day a success!

GLHS Goshen Lane Seniors, put on those caps and gowns and come say goodbye to where you started it all Tuesday, May 19, 1:30-2:35 for a Senior Celebration and Clap Out. Senior parents are welcome to join. Spread the Word!

All medications MUST be picked up by an adult by the end of the last day of school (Friday, May 22nd). ALL medications left behind on this date will be disposed of at the end of the day. If you need to make other arrangements for your child’s medication, please contact your school nurse directly.

Please note:

Gahanna-Jefferson Public School (in accordance with Ohio Law) requires that a new medication form be completed each school year. Each medication requires a separate form. Please contact your child’s healthcare provider to have the form(s) completed if your child must have medication available to them during the school day next year. In the fall, all new medication MUST be brought to the school by an adult. For safety reasons, students CANNOT transport medication to/from school. In addition, ALL medication must be correctly labeled and in the original container.

GJPS’s medication policy as well as all medication forms can be read and downloaded from the Gahanna-Jefferson website:

https://www.gahannaschools.org/student-success/student-well-being/health-services

Is it already mid-May? We can’t believe how quickly the year has gone, with your students so busy in our arts classrooms. Many thanks to our EL colleagues and other staff for putting on We Are the World, a cultural event celebrating our students and families through artwork, music, games, crafts, and delicious food!

This summer, there are many great opportunities to pursue art and music in our community. Your student might be interested in GJPS’ Art Enrichment Program held at High Point Elementary, or the Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival for great live music!

Most importantly, we hope your art and music journey this year has challenged your creativity, grown your skills, and helped you see new perspectives from the world around you. August will be here before we know it, and we’ll get right back into the swing of things, setting our goals for a new year!

Questions to ask your student:

• What was your favorite project in art class this year, and what made it special?

• Which song or game from music class sticks out in your memory, and what makes it so memorable?

• What do you think more people need to understand about art and music?

At Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools, we have traditionally used an August 1 cutoff for kindergarten eligibility.

Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, new state legislation creates a single, statewide standard. Children must be five years old on or before the first day of instruction in the enrolling district to be eligible for kindergarten. For GJPS, this means children must be five years old on or before August 20, 2026 to be eligible for kindergarten registration.

Registration for new GJPS kindergarten students for the 2026-27 school year is open.

Ongoing Fundraisers:

Goshen Lane Spirit Wear

Kroger Community Rewards-- Use code: GA915 for Goshen Lane

Box Tops for Education--Download the app today!

Thank You,

Registration is now open and spots are limited! Join this free summer event and grow your love for reading, too! This year’s theme celebrates the USA’s 250th birthday, and they've created a patriotic, kid‑friendly reading adventure to match.

Brutus’ 2026 Summer Reading Challenge

Did you know your child can access their online educational apps at home like they do in school? These resources include Lexia and DreamBox, educational accounts to build reading and math skills. Click here to read how.

Lions Locker is an anonymous pantry located at Gahanna Lincoln High School. They provide food, toiletries, school supplies and other basic necessities to PreK-12 students of Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools.

If your family is in need of these basic items please reach out to Mrs. Cellar, School Counselor (cellarl@gjps.org) and she will work with Lions Locker as well as other local organizations to support your family through these need based programs.

May 19, 1:30-2:40 - Senior Clap Out

May 20 - Field Day

May 22: Last Day of School

May 28: Quarter 4 Report Cards

2025-2026 District Calendar

Student Handbook

Bus Schedule and Routes