Gahanna Lincoln High School

The scheduling window for the 2026-27 school year is now open, and families are encouraged to review course options and support students as they make thoughtful selections for the upcoming year.

Important Dates:

• Scheduling Window Opens: Now

• Course Requests Due: January 11, 2026

• Selective Course Applications Due: January 11, 2026 (see linked resources for application information)

• Counselors Review Course Requests with Students (during English classes): January 20–23, 2026

Entering Course Requests:
Students will enter course requests through Infinite Campus by selecting courses that meet graduation requirements and align with their interests. Students should also choose three alternate courses in case scheduling adjustments are needed. All selections must be saved before the deadline.

Need Help?

School counselors are available to answer questions and support students throughout the process. We encourage families to reach out if clarification or guidance is needed.

This is an important opportunity for students to plan a successful academic year ahead, so thank you for partnering with us to support their future learning goals.

Go Lions!

As we prepare for the transition to the new building, all student-owned items must be taken home by December 12, 2025. This includes personal items from lockers, supplies, athletic gear, musical instruments, decorations, and any other belongings brought from home.

Please make sure to:

• Empty your locker completely

• Take your lock home

• Bring home any personal items you wish to keep

Anything left behind after December 12 may not be available once we move. Thank you for helping us make the transition smooth and successful!

Students will participate in a locker cleanout session on Friday, December 12, during the last class period of the day. During this time, students will empty their lockers and take all belongings, including their locker locks, home.

If your junior or senior has Early Release, please remind them to clean out their locker before leaving the building on December 12.

Families are encouraged to remind students to be prepared to bring items home that day. Thank you for your support as we wrap up this transition together!

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 2026
10:00 a.m. (Doors open 9:30 a.m.)
New Gahanna Lincoln High School Gymnasium

• Enter at the south end of the building through the athletic entrance on the side closest to the football field.

• New building tours begin after ceremony.
• Old and new building tours for those who did not attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony begin at 11:00 a.m.
• Self-guided tours along a designated route highlighting favorite spaces and unique features.
• Last entry for tours at 2:30 p.m.
• Doors will close at 3:00 p.m.

For more detailed information, check out our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Community Building Tours webpage, available soon!

Looking ahead, the new Ohio cell phone law, which restricts phone use throughout the entire school day, will take effect on January 1, 2026. We will begin transitioning to these new expectations at that time, aligning with our move into the new building.

Students will still be permitted to wear smartwatches, as long as they are not being used as a substitute for a phone (pending final Board policy).

Additional details and clarifications will be shared over Winter Break to help students and families prepare for this change. Thank you for partnering with us to support a focused, respectful learning environment for all Lions!

Our PASS (Positive Academic Support Solution) Room is now open after school! It is open Monday - Thursday from 3:40 PM - 5:00 PM, and is located in the ASC Lab (H163A). The PASS Room is operated by GLHS teachers who are ready and willing to provide academic support on assignments.

We will follow a B / A / B / A / All schedule December 15-19.

Monday, December 15 - B Day

Tuesday, December 16 - A Day

Wednesday, December 17 - B Day

Thursday, December 18 - A Day

Friday, December 19 - All 8 Periods

Thank you for supporting your student as they prepare for a successful exam week!

Cap and gown ordering for graduation is now open! Please use the link below to place your student’s order.

• Order early and save! Early Bird pricing ends January 10, 2026.

• Cap & Gown Pick-Up: April 24 & 25, 2026 (for students who have ordered and paid).

• Graduation Announcements: Shipped directly to your home.

Click here to order your student’s cap and gown

December 19, 2025 End of 2nd Quarter

December 22 - January 2, 2026 Winter Break - No School

January 5, 2026 Transition to New Building - No School for Students

January 6, 2026 Transition to New Building - No School for Students

January 7, 2026 Orientation day for 10th and 12th graders (no school for 9th and 11th graders)

January 8, 2026 Orientation day for 9th and 11th graders (no school for 10th and 12th graders)

January 9, 2026 All students report to school as normal

January 9, 2026 Report Cards Available on the Infinite Campus Parent Portal

January 10, 2026 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the New High School

January 19, 2026 MLK Day - No School

January 26, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

February 4, 2026 Family Conferences

February 4, 2026 Junior Parent Meeting (6:00 PM)

February 12, 2026 Family Conferences

February 13, 2026 Professional Development Day - No School

February 16, 2026 President's Day - No School

February 23, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 6, 2026 End of 3rd Quarter

March 9, 2026 No School

March 20, 2026 No School

March 23, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 30 - April 3, 2026 Spring Break - No School

April 14, 2026 English 10 State Testing

April 15, 2026 SAT

April 21, 2026 US History & Government State Testing

April 23, 2026 Biology State Testing

April 27, 2026 PTO Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 28, 2026 Algebra I State Testing

April 30, 2026 Geometry State Testing

May 1, 2026 Professional Development Day - No School

May 9, 2026 Prom

May 22, 2026 End of 4th Quarter

May 22, 2026 Last Day of School

May 23, 2026 Graduation

2025-26 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)