Family Update

As we approach the colder months I want to remind you that students are not permitted into the building until 8:40am. Please make sure your student is dress properly for the cold mornings while waiting to enter the building. I have some hats that I can provide for students who need one.

Once in the building students will be released to homeroom at 9:00 and will be marked tardy to class starting at 9:05. Please speak with your student about arriving to class on time.

We wanted to share some community resources and opportunities that may help this holiday season. Please check out these resources if you are in need of any assistance. Gahanna Gift Shop, Columbus Ohio Toy Assistance and Gift Programs and the Salvation Army Toy and Food Program

Career Corner

It's FUTURE FRIDAY!

This week's career is a Data Scientist.

A data scientist collects, studies, and organizes information to help people answer questions and solve problems. They use math, computer science, and special tools to find patterns and make predictions that can help businesses, schools, hospitals, and other organizations make better decisions. Data scientists typically go to college for a bachelor's degree (4 year college degree), and some earn higher degrees such as a Master's degree or a doctoral degree. If you enjoy math, technology, asking questions, and solving puzzles, this career may interest you! Check out the links to learn more!

https://youtu.be/22N_fDIAcB4?si=-nfuSEl1IVRHvP8E

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/math/data-scientists.htm

We want to thank all of our West families for their service. We appreciate you!

Gahanna Lincoln Girls Soccer - 8th grade girls interested in playing soccer for GLHS next year, please take a moment to complete the new player survey.

Girls Soccer New Player Survey

2025 Washington D.C. Virtual Meeting Recording

Other Resources

• Slides Presentation from the Meeting
• Sample Itinerary

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: GWDCB

November 17th: Girls Basketball Scrimmage

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

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.