Family Update

While the winter chill often brings out a bit of "cabin fever" in all of us, we’ve noticed that some of our students are struggling to keep up with our L.I.O.N.S. expectations. We know that middle school is a huge time of growth, and we want to ensure our school remains a kind, safe place for everyone to learn.

We would love your support in chatting with your student about what these values look like in their daily school life:

• L – Lead with respect: Using a kind tone with peers and staff, even when frustrated. Example: Saying "I disagree" instead of "That’s stupid."

• I – Include others: Looking for the student sitting alone at lunch or inviting someone new into a group project.

• O – Own your actions: Taking responsibility if a mistake is made. Example: Apologizing sincerely if they accidentally bumped someone or redirected for being off-task.

• N – Navigate safely: Keeping hands to themselves and walking (not running) through the hallways to keep everyone safe.

• S – Strive for success: Giving their best effort on assignments, even the tough ones, and asking for help when they need it.

We are excited to announce our registration for summer camp will open up on Monday, February 9th! If you have students entering grades 5-7 that have been asking about summer camp again, you will now have the answers! Sessions will fill quickly!

Dates: June 2nd & 3rd
Times: 8:40-11:00am (morning session); 12:05-2:25pm (afternoon session)

Lunch: If they choose both sessions, students will need to bring a sack lunch.

Location: Eastland Career Center, 4465 S. Hamilton Rd., Groveport OH 43125

Price: FREE!!
Transportation: On their own

Registration: Eastland-Fairfield website (Registration will end on April 10th)

Students can choose to stay with us all day, or just one session (they can pick a morning or afternoon). Each camper will receive a T-Shirt! Once a student is registered, more detailed information will be sent to the parent/guardian that has registered.

We have confirmed that Caitlin Hughes with the Fairfield County ESC will be joining us on June 2nd for a lunchtime presentation and animal ambassadors from the Columbus Zoo will be with us on June 3rd.

*New this year* COSI will join us this year, running a session geared towards Entrepreneurship. Jazz Lab will also be joining us this year with their sessions highlighting music and how it can inspire learning and related careers!

We look forward to hosting your students for two days of learning, fun and a great kick-start to their summer

NO School February 16th Presidents Day

Feb. 13, 2026: PD Day - No School

Feb. 16, 2026: Presidents Day - No School
Mar. 9, 2026: Staff Work Day - No School
Mar. 20, 2026: Conference Comp Day - No School
Mar. 30-April 3, 2026: Spring Break- No School
May 1, 2026: PD Day - No School
May 22, 2026: Last Day of School for Students
May 23, 2026: Class of 2026 Commencement

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.

The Heart & Pride Nomination Form will remain available year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.