Class of 2025,
It’s hard to believe, but here we are, your last week of high school. What a journey it’s been!
You’ve left your mark on GLHS in so many ways. Whether it was your energy at events, your resilience through challenges, or the quiet ways you supported each other behind the scenes—you’ve made GLHS better simply by being here.
As we celebrate your final days at GLHS, I want to remind you of a few important things:
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Graduation Rehearsal is Friday, May 23 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This is mandatory. Please be on time and ready so we can make sure everything is perfect for the big day.
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Graduation is Saturday, May 24. Please arrive by 8:30 AM sharp so we can get you lined up and ready to walk across that stage.
More than anything, I want you to know how proud I am of you. I’ve watched you grow not just academically, but as people—into leaders, thinkers, creators, and kind, capable young adults who are ready to take on the world. No matter where life takes you next, never forget that you will ALWAYS be a Lion and we will be cheering you on every step of the way.
Enjoy this week. Soak in every moment. And know that your future is incredibly bright.
Go Lions!
Caps, Gowns & Announcements
Students must wear a cap and gown to participate in the graduation ceremony. If you have not ordered your cap and gown unit, you can still order by calling Herff Jones at (740) 357-2160 or by clicking here, and pay in full with a credit card/debit card. They will also be available for purchase by cash or money order during graduation rehearsal on May 23. All sales are final. If you ordered graduation announcements, they will ship directly to your home.
Senior Exams
Senior exams will be held on Wednesday, May 14 (B-day classes) and Thursday, May 15 (A-day classes). Makeups will be on Friday, May 16. Click here for the schedule.
Seniors Last Day of School
The last day of school for seniors is Friday, May 16.
Chromebook Return
Seniors can return their district-issued Chromebook and charger from May 14 through May 16 to the auditorium lobby. If your student’s Chromebook is currently lost or broken, please have them stop by the Library now through May 2 and see Mrs. Gleek to report this. If students do not return their Chromebook and charger by May 16 or turn in a damaged Chromebook, they will be assessed a $265 fee. If a student has a missing or damaged charger they will be assessed a $21.00 fee. These fees must be paid by May 23 in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Graduation Rehearsal
There is a mandatory graduation practice on Friday, May 23 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM). Rehearsal instructions will be sent out via email closer to this date. No student will be excused from graduation rehearsal. If students do not attend they will not be able to walk at graduation.
Graduation
Graduation will be held on Saturday, May 24 at 9:30 AM at The Schottenstein Center on the Ohio State University campus. 555 Borror Drive, Columbus. Graduates are expected to arrive at 8:30 AM.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT!
Registration for summer learning is open! We are excited to continue our new credit and makeup credit opportunities for students starting in June!
Please review the following information to determine which opportunities apply to your student. Detailed course descriptions can be found here (click link), or on the GJPS Summer School Website and are also included in each registration form.
High School NEW Credit:
Click this link to register: GLHS NEW Credit Registration Form
High School MAKEUP Credit:
Click this link to register: GLHS Makeup Credit Registration Form
Mark Your Calendar
May 23, 2025 Last Day of School for Students
May 24, 2025 Class of 2025 Commencement