Family Update

The honeymoon phase is certainly over and students are settling in their routines. While most are living the West Way, some students are struggling to make that adjustment. Some choices I have seen have been running in the halls, physical horseplay and tardiness to class. Please take a moment to speak with your student about living the West Way and practicing the expectations.

Come on out to our next PTO September 30th at 6:00PM in the library.

The conference for the link went live this week. Make sure you sign up to meet with your student's teacher. Use the link below to sign up.

Parents/Guardians, please log in to FinalForms and update your child’s profile for the 2025–26 Winter and Spring athletic seasons. Be sure to checkmark any sport(s) your student-athlete may be interested in. Completing this now helps us plan, communicate, and prepare your Lion for the season!

Access FinalForms https://gahanna-oh.finalforms.com/

We are excited to share a fun opportunity for GMSW students and families!

Our school is proud to participate in the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, a statewide initiative led by Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel and the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. The challenge strives to help students form healthy habits in physical activity, nutrition, and sleep through individual goal setting.

Here’s how it works:

· The challenge will take place over 90 days, from September to December, and is intended to be completed outside of school hours as well as in PE classes.

· Each student received a challenge workbook on Wednesday to guide them through three levels beginning at Bronze, then going on to Silver, and ending at Gold.

· At each level, students will use their workbooks to set personal goals and track progress in the core areas of physical activity, nutrition, and sleep.

· When the challenge is completed, every student participating will receive a certificate signed by Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Tressel.

I encourage you to support your child at home by helping them stay active, prepare healthy meals, and maintain consistent sleep routines. If you have any questions, please reach out to our PE department.

demchakp@gjps.org - Coach Demchak

boggsk@gjps.org - Coach Boggs

Let’s work together to help our students grow healthier, stronger, and more confident in themselves.

Grief

Please reach out to your student’s school counselor if you need any resources for grief. We have attached a flier below for an Ohio Health program later this month. Ohio Health also partners with us for in school education and group sessions.

Cara Bonasorte A-K

Paige Verma L-K

Picture Retake Google Form

2025 Washington D.C. Virtual Meeting Recording

• The explanation of the forms you will receive in Infinite Campus once you register your child begins in the video at 15:50 and ends at 30:14

Slides Presentation from the Meeting

If you would like to register your child for the trip, then you will need the following information:

• You can register your child(ren) at www.prodigystudenttravel.com.

• You will need the trip code to register, and each building has its own code.

  • Middle School West: GWDCA

On Friday, September 26th, our 6th grade students will participate in Adventure Day at Gahanna Middle School West. This special event is designed to build teamwork, character, and problem-solving skills in a fun and safe environment. Students will take part in exciting activities such as a rock climbing wall, GaGa Ball, 18 Square-in-the-Air, team building games, a video game truck, a bungee run inflatable, and even enjoy a snow cone station. Since this will be a very active day, students should dress comfortably and wear tennis shoes for climbing activities. Students have received permission slips that must be signed and returned in order to participate. Adventure Day will run rain or shine, with a reschedule only in case of severe weather.

Forge Volleyball CLub is offering a free clinic to students interested in playing.

September 23rd Family Conferences

September 25th Family Conferences

September 25th- Re-Take picture day

September 26th- Adventure Day

October 1st- Family Conferences

October 2nd- NO SCHOOL

Oct. 2, 2025: PD Day - No School

Oct. 3, 2025: Conference Comp Day - No School
Oct. 20, 2025: Staff Work Day - No School
Nov. 10, 2025: PD Day - No School
Nov. 26-28, 2025: Thanksgiving Break - No School
Dec. 22, 2025-Jan. 1, 2026: Winter Break - No School
Jan. 2, 2026: Staff Work Day - No School
*Jan. 5-8, 2026: High School Schedule Altered for New Building Opening
Jan. 19, 2026: Martin Luther King Day - No School
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.