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Family Update

December 6th 2024

Family UpdateDecember 6th 2024

Student Council's Countdown to Winter Break Student Council's Countdown to Winter Break

GHLS Annual CCP Information Night GHLS Annual CCP Information Night

Gahanna Lincoln High School will be virtually hosting their annual College Credit Plus (CCP) Informational Student and Parent meeting on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 6:30-8:30pm. The two seperate links below will connect you with the different portions of the informational meeting.

  • 6:30-7:30pm - Central Ohio College and Universities General CCP Information
  • 7:30-8:30pm - GJPS Specific CCP Information
As shared on the Ohio Department of Higher Education's website, "College Credit Plus is Ohio’s dual enrollment program that provides students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking courses from Ohio colleges or universities. The purpose of this program is to enhance students’ career readiness and postsecondary success, while providing a wide variety of options to college-ready students, at no or limited costs to students and families." More information about the program can be found on the Ohio Department of Higher Education's website.

Scheduling for Current 8th Graders Next Year Scheduling for Current 8th Graders Next Year

On January 8th, 8th graders will see a presentation from HS counselors about High School scheduling. Middle school staff will assist students in scheduling and then HS counselors will return on January 23rd to meet with 8th graders who did not submit course requests and answer any questions.

8th Grade Parent Night at the High School 8th Grade Parent Night at the High School

We are excited to invite you to our 8th Grade Parent Night on January 9th at 6:30 PM in the GLHS Auditorium! Join us to learn all about high school scheduling and what to expect as your student transitions to 9th grade.

Following the presentation, join us for a Curriculum Fair in the cafeteria, where you can engage with teachers from various departments and ask any questions you may have. Our school counselors will also be available to support you with any inquiries.


We can’t wait to see you there and help you and your student get ready for high school!

Info from the PTO Info from the PTO

Raffle tickets for the Gahanna Gala are available! Raffle tickets for the Gahanna Gala are available!

Get your raffle tickets for the Gahanna Gala here

Staff Celebration Staff Celebration

We are going to be celebrating our staff the 5 days leading up to break. We could use help with purchasing some items. See link

https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0E45AEA928ABF4C34...

Staff Lounge Decorating Staff Lounge Decorating

We will be decorating the teacher lounge on 12/15 for the Staff Celebration the following week.

https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0E45AEA928ABF4C34...

Concessions at Winter Home Games Concessions at Winter Home Games

We sell concessions at the home basketball games and wrestling matches. Such a fun way to be involved! Sign up with the link below

https://www.signupgenius.com/.../60B094FA9A62FA2F58...

First Friday's Help Needed First Friday's Help Needed

We need 4 adults to assist BesTea's during the lunch periods to quickly get kids through the line. Sign up with the link below

https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0E45AEA928ABF4C34...

Spirit Wear Sales Spirit Wear Sales

Spiritwear Sale- Get your holiday gifts ordered!

www.1stplace.sale/70526

We are still collecting these items We are still collecting these items

Empty 2 liter bottles (8th grade science)

* Empty Pringles cans (8th grade science)

*Plastic grocery bags (GRIN)

*Decks of cards (indoor lunch recess)

* Simple board games (indoor lunch recess)

Athletics at the High School Athletics at the High School

8th grade girls interested in playing soccer for Lincoln next year, please complete the 2025 New Player Survey. If you have Questions, please contact Coach Merrick at merrickd@gjps.org

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.

Read the Latest GJPS News

Upcoming School Events Upcoming School Events

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Mark Your Calendar

Dec. 20, last day of the quarter

Dec. 23, 2024-Jan. 2, 2025 Winter Break - No School
Jan. 3, 2025 Staff Work Day - No School
Jan. 20, 2025 Martin Luther King Day - No School
Feb. 14, 2025 Staff Professional Development No School for Students
Feb. 17, 2025 Presidents Day - No School
Mar. 10, 2025 Staff Work Day - No School
Mar. 31-April 4, 2025 Spring Break - No School
April 18, 2025 Comp Day - No School
May 2, 2025 Staff Professional Development No School for Students
May 23, 2025 Last Day of School for Students

Gahanna Middle School West
"WEST is Best! "

350 N. Stygler Rd

Gahanna, Oh 43230

614-478-5570

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