A Trip Down Goshen Lane

Hello, Families,

What a week! Students came back from spring break ready to share exciting moments like playing games with family, visiting to trampoline parks, reading a favorite book, going out to play, driving to visit cousins, and more! They sure have a "spring" in their steps and have kicked off April with amazing energy.

A special "wow!" goes out to our fourth graders as they worked hard through their ELA Ohio State Tests this week. So many students proudly shared afterward how they took their time, how many minutes they let themselves just pause and think, and that they felt proud of what they wrote in their written responses. We are incredibly proud of our students and our 4th grade teachers. Third grade and 5th grade will be taking their ELA tests next week. For all testing reminders, please see farther below.

Thank you for taking the time to open and read this newsletter as well as the weeks' info to follow. There is a lot of FUN on the horizon at Goshen Lane and we can't wait to see you there!

Sharon Suriano

Principal

We are less than a month away from We Are the World! Goshen Lane hosts this family event each year to celebrate cultures and art at our school. We hope you join us on Wednesday, May 6th from 5pm - 7pm for an evening full of family fun and learning! Bring some food to share and try some things from another culture! There will be an art show, small book fair, and a variety of activities. We hope to see you there!

At Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools, we have traditionally used an August 1 cutoff for kindergarten eligibility.

Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, new state legislation creates a single, statewide standard. Children must be five years old on or before the first day of instruction in the enrolling district to be eligible for kindergarten. For GJPS, this means children must be five years old on or before August 20, 2026 to be eligible for kindergarten registration.

Registration for new GJPS kindergarten students for the 2026-27 school year is open.

If you have an incoming Goshen Lane kindergartner in 2026-27, SAVE THE DATE for our Kindergarten Kickoff May 12, 6:00-7:00. We can't wait to welcome our newest Little Lions!

Click Here for GJPS Kindergarten Enrollment Information

Registration is now open and spots are limited! Join this free summer event and grow your love for reading, too! This year’s theme celebrates the USA’s 250th birthday, and they've created a patriotic, kid‑friendly reading adventure to match.

Brutus’ 2026 Summer Reading Challenge

This week in Phys Ed 5th - 2nd grades learned about golf scoring while using our basketball skills in an activity called Basketball Golf. K and 1st graders used their cooperation skills with a partner and drove their rider around on a scooter while pulling them with a jump rope. K and 1st graders also played a fun activity to improve our cardiovascular health called Mosquito Tag!

On Thursday, our 5th graders enjoyed their field trip to the Chiller to practice ice skating - Thanks Columbus Blue Jackets! All grades will begin our Golf Unit next week.

Congratulations to our 3rd quarter PE Captains!

5th - Jacob L, Amina B, Josiah T

4th - Aurora T, Ebun O, Vivian L

3rd - Kasey H, Solomon B, Levi M

2nd - Oakley S, Hasna O, Jamilah J

1st - Luka O, Jeremiah K, Almamo K

K - Ella W, Sullivan S, Imran A

Questions to ask your student:

Do you want a high score in golf, or a low score?
How do you stay safe in PE class?

As we approach our upcoming Ohio State Tests, we want to thank our students and families for the continued support in helping our learners do their best each day. These assessments provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate their growth and the skills they have been building throughout the year. We encourage families to help students come to school well-rested, on time, and ready to show what they know. Please schedule appointments on days your student is not testing. We are proud of the hard work our students and teachers have put in, and we look forward to celebrating their efforts and accomplishments!

Please see the Grade 3-5 testing details below.

Ongoing Fundraisers:

Goshen Lane Spirit Wear

Kroger Community Rewards-- Use code: GA915 for Goshen Lane

Box Tops for Education--Download the app today!

Thank You,

Goshen Lane PTA

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Did you know your child can access their online educational apps at home like they do in school? These resources include Lexia and DreamBox, educational accounts to build reading and math skills. Click here to read how.

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 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.