Family Update

For the month of September we are focusing on the "L" in the West Way: Lead with respect. Check in with your student and ask them to give you examples of how they have been leading with respect this month. When teachers notice students leading with respect they are rewarded with House Points and soon their name may be entered into a raffle to win a prize!

Our next general meeting is September 30th at 6:00PM in the library.

We will hold our Family Conferences (aka Parent Teacher Conferences) on September 23rd, 25th and October 1st from 4-8, for families to meet with their students teacher to discuss academics, behavior and gain more insight into our curriculum. You will be able to schedule your students conference on Tuesday September 16th at 9:00 AM.

We are proud to announce we will be offering Ruling Our Experiences again this year for girls. If your family wants your student to participate in ROX this year–please send her school counselor an email. For more information about the programming, check out this link. This program will take place during the school day for the entire school year. Your daughter will not miss any core classes.

We understand that sometimes families face unexpected challenges, and we want you to know that support and resources are available. If your family is in need of resources for food, school supplies, clothing, or other essentials—please don’t hesitate to reach out. We partner with GRIN for supplemental snack bags that can be taken home directly from school by your student.

Our goal is to ensure every student and family feels supported and cared for. All requests are handled with care and confidentiality.

For more information or to connect with resources, please contact your student’s school counselor.

Ms Bonasorte (A-K) bonasortec@gjps.org

Ms Verma (L-Z) vermap@gjps.org

Thank you to those of you who participated in our virtual meeting this evening about the 8th-grade Washington, D.C. trip! For those of you who were not able to join us (and for those who need to re-watch it!), the recording of the meeting is linked below.

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.

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.