East Weekly
August 22, 2025
We’ve officially wrapped up our first full week of the school year, and what a fantastic week it has been! Our students have been working hard and showing great enthusiasm in the classroom. Below, you’ll find a few snapshots from some fun math activities and our guest speaker, Elec Simon, who brought incredible energy and positivity! Both students and staff had a blast!
As we continue to settle into our routines, we’re looking forward to the weeks ahead. Next week, students will begin their MAP assessments. Thank you for your continued support, and enjoy the weekend!
Take care,
Megan Kirsten
GMSE Principal
August 26: 7th Grade Curriculum Night @ 5:30-7:00
August 26: 8th Grade Curriculum Night @ 6:00-7:30
August 28: Math MAP Assessment -- Adjusted bell schedule
September 1: Labor Day - No School
September 2: ELA MAP Assessment -- Adjusted bell schedule
September 5: 6th Grade Adventure Day
Thank you to all the 6th grade families who joined us last night! If you weren’t able to attend the Open House, we’ve attached the Google Slides we shared in the cafeteria. Inside, you’ll also find a link to each teacher’s presentation.
We’re excited to partner with you throughout the year!
We’re always looking for ways to connect classroom learning to the real world or allow students to explore the future—and we’d love your help! If you're open to sharing your job title and a brief description of what you do, we’d love to learn more. We’re gathering a list of parents and guardians who might be interested in speaking to students about their careers, allowing students to shadow for a day, or participating in a future career fair.
If this sounds like something you'd consider, please take a moment to fill out this quick google form. Thank you for helping our students dream big!
We want our staff to be happy and enjoy coming to work every day. Below are just some of the ways that you can celebrate and recognize our amazing staff at East!
- PTA/Families spoil us!- Click here to join PTA!
- Student and/or family shout outs- Click here if you want to send a shoutout to a staff member!
- Heart and Pride Award- 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.
