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Family Update

September 13th 2024

Family UpdateSeptember 13th 2024

Clubs At West! Clubs At West!

If your student is interested in joining a club at West they can view the list of clubs here.

Free or Reduced Lunch Free or Reduced Lunch

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The last day to completed the free/reduced lunch application is September 17th. You can complete the application on Infinite Campus or download a paper version. You can find more information here.

From our Mental Health Team From our Mental Health Team

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Please complete the following form indicating interest in small group counseling support for your student for the 24-25 school year. Completing this form does not guarantee that your child will be selected as part of a small group, however will give our mental health team a better gauge of our student body needs. Please reach out to your student's school counselor (Ms. Boettner or Ms. Verma) with any questions or concerns. Thank you!

Dash & Stash! Dash & Stash!

  • Dash on Sunday, 10/13 @ 11:00 a.m.
  • Where: GLHS stadium
  • Stash begins at 12:30 (early entry for Dashers)
  • Who: ALL GJPS families and community members
  • Businesses and GJPS building staff will decorate their vehicles and give away candy to the community children.
  • MUST register for the Dash, www.gjef.org
  • Costumes encouraged!

Come and join the fun, whether you dash, walk or run!


Come see the progress of the new GLHS!


Do you own a business or work at a business that would like to have a decorated trunk at the Stash?


If you would like more information, please contact Dianna Bessignano at bessignanod@gjps.org OR (614) 269-4262.

Australia 2026 Informational Meeting Australia 2026 Informational Meeting

Attention current students in grades 8-11. Are you interested in travel? If you have ever wanted to travel outside of the United States with friends to learn about different cultures and more. Mrs. Bommer and Mrs. Baker, science teachers at the high school, are taking a group of students on a 14 day tour of Australia during the summer of 2026. If you would like to hear more about all of the exciting opportunities on this trip, we will be hosting an informational meeting on Wednesday, September 4th at 5:30pm in the GLHS Library. We will cover important information like itinerary, cost, what is included in the trip, and answers to any other questions you may have.


Please RSVP using the link HERE or the QR code provided on the attached flyer. If you are interested and unable to attend the meeting Wednesday, please fill out the RSVP and let us know that you are unable to attend. We will contact you with the necessary info after the meeting is complete. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Info from the PTO Info from the PTO

Sign up for First Fridays volunteers Sign up for First Fridays volunteers

Sign up to volunteer

9/19 food trucks & football! 9/19 food trucks & football!

3rd Annual STEM Fest! 3rd Annual STEM Fest!

Ous STEM Fest event will be Held on October 17th! Don't miss it!

Heart and Pride Heart and Pride

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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.

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Upcoming School Events Upcoming School Events

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Mark Your Calendar

Family Conferences- October 1st, 3rd & 9th

Gahanna Middle School West
"WEST is Best! "

350 N. Stygler Rd

Gahanna, Oh 43230

614-478-5570

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