East Weekly

Nov. 9: PD Day - No School

Nov. 11: Veterans Day Presentation

Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving Break - No School

We are excited to invite you to our annual Veterans Day Presentation at Middle School East on Wednesday, November 11, from 9:35 to 10:35 a.m.

This is a special opportunity to honor the men and women who currently serve or have served our country and celebrate the veterans who are part of our Middle School East community. Our students will share reflections and speeches, and our color guard will present a special tribute to honor our veterans. In addition to recognizing veterans who are able to attend in person, we will also have a slideshow celebrating the veterans who currently serve or have served our country.

Please use the links below to RSVP and share information about the veteran in attendance you would like us to recognize.

• MSE Veterans Day Presentation RSVP/Sign-Up 2026
• Veterans Day Honors

If your veteran is unable to attend the program, we would still love to recognize them in our slideshow. Please use the link below to share information about their service so we can include them in this special tribute.

• Veterans Day Honors

If you plan to attend in person with your veteran, you will receive an email with additional information to share with them before the event. We look forward to celebrating and honoring our veterans with you!

The Gahanna Middle School East PTA (GMSE PTA) is excited to offer the Raise Right program to help families offset the cost of the 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. This fundraiser gives families the opportunity to earn money toward their child’s trip simply by purchasing digital or physical gift cards for everyday expenses like groceries, gas, shopping, and dining out.

PTA meetings take place on the 2nd Monday of each month in the GMSE library at 7:00pm. All are welcome!

Here are the agendas and past meeting minutes!

Meetings 7:00-8:00 pm

• November 9

• December 14 - Virtual

• January 11

• February 8

• March 8

• April 12

• May 10

Help support and fund numerous initiatives for students and staff throughout the year. Stay tuned to our Facebook page, “GMSE Parents” (new members be sure to answer the questions to be admitted), and upcoming newsletters for more information about what we do and how you can help.

Please consider joining the Middle School East PTA.

This week's career is an Industrial Engineer.

An industrial engineer designs and improves systems that help people, equipment, and materials work together to make and deliver products. They use math and data to improve workflows, reduce waste, and maintain quality and safety. Industrial engineers typically earn a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or a related field. If you enjoy STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math) and solving problems, this career may interest you! Check out the links to learn more!

We should all have a Plan A, Plan B, and Plan C for our futures. Don't forget... it is ok to grow and change your mind as new things interest you. If you have an idea for a career for us to showcase, email your school counselor :)

-Mr. Burt & Mrs. Williams

Career Spotlight: Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineers Career Video

Industrial Engineers | Occupational Outlook Handbook

Here is the 6th grade launchpad link for you to bookmark: Launchpad. This tracks the daily work and homework.

• Orchestra Concerts
• Band Updates for all grades can be found here!

To report an absence, please call the front office at (614)478-5550 or email fischerj@gjps.org by 9:10am if possible.You also have the ability to login into Infinite Campus and mark your child's absence there. Please ONLY do this if your child will be absent for the entire day.

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.

November 9, 2026: PD Day - No School

November 25-27, 2026: Thanksgiving Break - No School
December 23, 2026-January 1, 2027: Winter Break - No School
January 4, 2027: Staff Work Day - No School
January 18, 2027: Martin Luther King Day - No School
February 15, 2027: Presidents Day - No School
March 8, 2027: Staff Work Day - No School
March 9, 2027: PD Day - No School
March 26, 2027: Conference Comp Day - No School
March 29-April 2, 2027: Spring Break- No School
April 30, 2027: PD Day - No School
May 27, 2027: Last Day of School for Students
May 28, 2027: Staff Work Day - No School
May 29, 2027: Class of 2027 Commencement