A Trip Down Goshen Lane

Reminder -- next week is a three-day week for students. There is no school for students Thursday, Oct. 2nd or Friday, Oct. 3rd.

Please follow all street signs at arrival and dismissal, especially on Dunbarton. Let's work together to keep our walkers and bikers safe.

Thank you ...

...to the PTA for arranging last Friday's Movie Night. It was wonderful seeing so many families attend!

... to families who are helping make sure healthy students are coming to school and on time.

... to families for all of the participation at last night's first Parent-Teacher Conference Night. You had thoughtful questions and shared in many of your student's celebrations. If you did not yet attend, we hope we will get to connect with you at the second Conference Night, Wednesday, October 1st. See your teacher's communication for your time slot.

... to families for the delicious food and drinks provided to staff for last night's Conference Night. Thank you in advance who have already signed up for October 1st!

This Week's Questions Around the Dinner Table:

What is one interaction you had with a classmate this week that you are proud of?
What is one thing you did in math this week that you are proud of? In ELA?

Have a great weekend.

Sharon Suriano

Principal

Did you know your child can access their online educational apps at home like they do in school? Click here to read how.

Teachers are providing fall MAP testing results to parents at parent-teacher conferences. Your cover letter included some live links with additional resources. To access that cover letter with live links, visit one of the letters below.

Family Letter - English

Family Letter - Spanish

Family Letter - Somali

Family Letter - Nepali

Family Letter - French

Did you know... "Students with involved parents consistently earn higher grades and test scores across all subjects. Family engagement has positive effects on student achievement.”

— Henderson, A. T., & Mapp, K. L. (2002). A New Wave of Evidence: The Impact of School, Family, and Community Connections on Student Achievement. Southwest Educational Development Laboratory."

Parent-Teacher Conferences are 3:00-7:00, Thursday, September 25th and Wednesday, October 1st. Each classroom teacher has shared a sign-up. If you have not already, please sign up for a time to learn more about your child, ask questions, and connect more with your child's teacher. We can't wait to have you!

Taken the pledge?...Take the Pledge!

If you have not done so already, this weekend would be a great opportunity to take the pledge as a family. Students AND parents can all take the pledge.

Together, we can help every child “stay in the game” by making attendance and arriving on time a priority.

School and home acting as partners is so important for a child's sense of belonging, achievement and attendance in school. Please see the School-Parent Compact below. We would love to have your commitment by filling out the Google form!

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To access all of the links in the PTA Information, click "Download" directly below.

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Lions Locker is an anonymous pantry located at Gahanna Lincoln High School. They provide food, toiletries, school supplies and other basic necessities to PreK-12 students of Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools.

If your family is in need of these basic items please reach out to Mrs. Cellar, School Counselor (cellarl@gjps.org) and she will work with Lions Locker as well as other local organizations to support your family through these need based programs.

If your child is going to be absent from school, please email Ms. McFadden at mcfaddene@gjps.org AND email your student's teacher. Or, you may call to notify the school office attendance line at 614-478-5580 prior to 8:00 a.m.

As a result of House Bill 410, student attendance is calculated in hours. This includes absences that have been identified as both excused and unexcused by the school, as well as planned absences. Being late or tardy to school does calculate into the total hours absent.

Medical excuses from a doctor can be submitted to Emily McFadden, our school secretary, through email (mcfaddene@gjps.org) or sending in a paper copy.

Arrival
- Cars should pull to the back drop off line. No cars should be in the front driveway.

Dismissal
- Walkers leave through the front. Walking parents meet students at the Goshen Lane sign.
- If leaving in a car, pick up is in the back.

8:05 AM - 2:45 PM School Hours
7:45 AM Student drop off begins; no students should be left alone outside before 7:45
7:45 Doors open for K, 1st, and 2nd grade students eating breakfast
7:55 AM Doors open for all other students; 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students can pick up breakfast
8:05 AM School starts & tardy bell rings (in classroom when bell rings) See #2 below
2:40 PM Dismissal begins
It is important that car riders remain in vehicles until 7:45 and are picked up by 2:55. There is no district supervision for students prior to 7:45 AM or after 2:55 PM.

If your student is in need of after school care, the YWCA Columbus offers services right here at Goshen Lane. There is an option to receive publicly funded childcare for those who apply and qualify. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact them directly.