Blacklick Bulletin
Week of February 9, 2026 - Issue #26
It's time for our annual school-wide Valentine's Day party at Blacklick Elementary.
The parties will be held on Thursday, February 12 from 1:40- 2:30 p.m in each classroom. Your teacher will reach out to get volunteers to plan the party for their class.
It is extremely important that you and any parents who plan to attend the party complete the volunteer application/background check as soon as possible. Gahanna-Jefferson Schools Volunteer Application
Students are not permitted to exchange valentines that contain candy or food due to the district food policy. If candy or food is attached to the valentine, they will not be distributed.
PE in 3rd Grade
Team Tressel Fitness Challenge- 3rd-5th graders
Here’s how it works:
● Each student will receive a challenge workbook to guide them through three levels beginning at Bronze, then going on to Silver, and ending at Gold.
● At each level, students will use their workbooks to set personal goals and track progress in the core areas of fitness, nutrition, and sleep.
● When the challenge is completed, every student participating and turns in the completion form at the back of the workbook by March 17th will receive a certificate signed by Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel.
Library in 3rd Grade
Third graders have been reading some of the award-winning books. Soon, we will begin our mini-research unit.
Music in 3rd Grade
Third graders have been working hard to learn how to play the ukulele in music class! Students have learned the names of the strings, the parts of the instrument, and can play basic chords and songs like “Row Row Row Your Boat” and “Pop! Goes the Weasel”.
Art in 3rd Grade
3rd graders are working on learning how to draw realistic self portraits. We will also be investigating the symbolism within Mexican artist Frida Kahlo’s artwork. Later students will incorporate personal symbolism into their own final self portrait drawings.
All Parents/Guardians are WELCOME and ENCOURAGED to Attend Our PTO Meetings!
PTO Officers for 2025-2026
Kristin Stewart - President
Jess Waxler - Vice President
Emily Smith - Treasurer
Laura Valido - Secretary
Andrea Stump - Board Elect
Need to contact the PTO?
The Blacklick PRIDE Partner PTO is already planning for Teacher Appreciation Week (that is scheduled for May 2026). If you are interested in donating an item for Teacher Appreciation Week, please click on the link below:
Please make sure students are dressed warmly for recess as the weather gets colder. We will be outside for recess unless the temperature falls below 17 degrees.
If you need coats, hats, or gloves, please reach out to Mrs. Groves, Mrs. Warfield or Mrs. Jenkins.
2025-2026 Food Service Information
A plate lunch is $2.75.
Breakfast is $1.50. *Breakfast runs from 7:50 - 8:05 AM each day.
Families are again asked to complete and submit a 2025-2026 Free/Reduced-Priced Meal Application if they believe they may qualify. Applications are available in the Blacklick school office or online at: GahannaSchools.org. If approved, the completed application will cover the student for the entire 2025-2026 school year, and no other steps will be necessary unless there is an income change during the school year.
The Eastland-Fairfield Career Center is excited to announce registration for summer camp for students entering grades 5-7 on Monday, February 9th. Please note that sessions will fill quickly.
Dates: June 2nd & 3rd
Times: 8:40-11:00am (morning session); 12:05-2:25pm (afternoon session)
Lunch: If you choose both sessions, students will need to bring a sack lunch.
Location: Eastland Career Center, 4465 S. Hamilton Rd., Groveport OH 43125
Price: FREE!!
Transportation: Not provided
Registration: Eastland-Fairfield website (Registration will end on April 10th)
Do you know a staff member who you feel makes a profound impact on students and Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools? If so, nominate them for the GJPS Heart and Pride award. This award is open to any staff member. regardless of position. Each month, the district will take the nominations to the Heart and Pride Committee, which is composed of community members and former staff members. The committee will select two winners a month that will be recognized by our Board of Education at the monthly meeting. If you have a staff member in mind, please complete THIS GOOGLE FORM. Nominations can take place all year.
Mark Your Calendar!
Feb. 3, 4, and 5: Donuts with Grown Ups (Details coming soon)
Feb. 13: Professional Learning Day for Staff - No School for Students
Feb. 16: Presidents Day - No School
Feb. 20: Family Movie Night at Blacklick (doors open at 6:00 PM)
Feb. 28: GJEF Gala
March 6: End of Quarter 3
March 9: Staff Work Day - No School
March 20: Conference Comp Day - No School for Students or Staff
Mar. 30-April 3: Spring Break- No School
May 1: No School for Students
May 8: Strides for PRIDE Day!
May 15: Talent Show - Grade 5 Students
May 21: Field Day
May 22: Last Day of School for Students
May 26: Teacher Work Day (Last day for staff)
May 28: Report Cards Released to Families