East Weekly

Just a quick update fro East--- We recently assigned students to their self-selected lunch tables, and we are already seeing more accountability! Each table has selected a table captain who will serve for the next two weeks and help make sure the group is being responsible and cleaning up after themselves. We are excited to see students taking ownership of their space and helping create a positive lunch environment for everyone!

Have a great weekend!

Take care,

Megan Kirsten

Sept, 29: Bus Evacuation Drills

Sept. 30: Picture Retakes

Oct 2: 7th grade field trip

Oct. 6: Parent Teacher Conferences (6th grade families ONLY)

Oct. 8: Parent Teacher Conferences (ALL grade levels)

Oct. 12: 7th and 8th grade Choir Concert

Oct. 13: Parent Teacher Conferences (ALL grade levels)

Oct. 16: End of Q1

Oct. 19: Conference Comp Day - No School
Oct. 20: Staff Work Day - No School for students

Oct. 25: GJEF Monster Dash --- See flyer below

Dear GJPS Families,

Next week, our Transportation Department will conduct state-mandated bus evacuation drills. During these drills, our students will learn and practice safe bus evacuation procedures to use in the event of an emergency.

These drills will be conducted at our elementary schools on Monday, September 28, middle schools on Tuesday, September 29 and high school on Thursday, October 1. These drills are conducted by all buses on school grounds immediately following morning drop-off at each school.

Please be aware that this may cause some delays in our morning middle school and high school routes, as buses are completing their safety drills before beginning their next route. Please be sure to monitor the Here Comes the Bus app to track your bus each of these mornings.

Thank you,

Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools

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

• October 12

• 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 a Nurse Practitioner.

A nurse practitioner (NP) is a healthcare professional who provides many of the same types of care as doctors. Nurse practitioners can examine patients, diagnose health conditions, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and help patients manage their health. NPs can specialize in areas such as family practice, pediatrics, mental health, and women’s health. Becoming a nurse practitioner typically starts with becoming a registered nurse (RN) and earning a nursing degree. NPs then complete graduate-level education, such as a master’s or doctoral degree in nursing, along with clinical training and national certification. Check out the links to learn more about this rewarding healthcare career!

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 :)

What exactly is a Nurse Practitioner?
A Day in the Life of a Nurse Practitioner | Indeed

Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Midwives, and Nurse Practitioners

Thanks to everyone who filled out the Google Form indicating their conference preferences. If you requested a conference, your child's HOUSE teacher will send you a confirmation email with the date, google link and/or the room number and specific time of your child's conference by Wednesday, September 30. Thanks for your patience while we get them all scheduled!

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

ACE ELA - “Ruthless” is due on CommonLit by 11:59pm. Students have already made huge strides in their writing so far this year. Check out some of their responses to the short stories we’ve been reading on CommonLit. Next week we are going to discuss some advanced methods of quotation integration.

ELA - “Ruthless” is due on CommonLit by 11:59pm. Students are really nailing down their CERER responses. You can help at home by asking to see their writing and making sure they’re including quotes and citing their evidence. Have them explain to you what goes into a CERER response.

• Orchestra Concerts
• Band concert OCT 27 8th grade @ Middle School West
• 7th and 8th grade Choir Concert- 10/12/26 @ 7:30 p.m. at Gahanna Middle School West

The 2026 Fall Choir Funds Raiser Closes on 9/30/26. Click Here for details

6th Grade Scheduling forms are due on 9/28/26. Performances Classes begin on 10/5/26. If you need another scheduling form, you can print one HERE.

8th Grade Choir updates - Your choir student given a purple choir update today in class. Please ask for it!

Mosaic Updates for everyone!

• 6th Grade finished oil pastel candy art and are starting clay tic-tac-toe boards
• 7th Grade finished graffiti style art and we learned how to draw in 1-point perspective
• 8th Grade Art just finished landscape paintings and we will start a weaving project soon.
• 8th grade 3D art finished wire sculptures and will start clay soon.

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.

October 19, 2026: Conference Comp Day - No School

October 20, 2026: Staff Work Day - No School
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