Weekly Update November 4, 2022
Reminder: No School Monday, November 7, 2022
Superintendent's Student Advisory Council
This year, Superintendent Dr. Tracey Deagle created three Superintendent’s Student Advisory Councils to hear from students about what they like most and what excites them about their schools.
The council provides a great opportunity for our district leadership to share thoughts and learn from our students.
High Point Teacher Honored
Congratulations Chris Rincon
Congratulations to Chris Rincon, kindergarten teacher at High Point Elementary, who is the 2022 Distinguished Educator for the Central Region of the Ohio Art Education Association. The Distinguished Educator Award for OAEA is given to educators who go above and beyond to support the arts and enrich their students’ educations by using the arts outside of the art classroom.
Chris was nominated by High Point art teacher Katie Hoeper and was recognized at a recent awards ceremony.
Phase Two Photo Highlights
Enjoy this roundup of construction pictures taken during the month of October from Phase Two projects around the district.
- Blacklick and High Point additions
- Blacklick Athletic Complex
- GLHS Stadium construction
Elementary Superintendent's Student Advisory Council
Superintendent Deagle met with the new Elementary Superintendent's Student Advisory Council this week. There was a great discussion about what the students loved most about their schools. The clear favorite...their TEACHERS!
Middle School West
STEM Fest a Big Hit
Middle School West recently hosted STEM Fest. During STEM Fest, students from the Gahanna-Jefferson community experienced hands-on learning in different STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields.
Lincoln High School
Ohio Tax Commissioner Delivers Paper Clips to GLHS
The Ohio Taxation Department recently delivered two barrels of paper clips to Mrs. Candor's WWII class as part of a project to memorialize the victims of the Holocaust.
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(l-r) Matt Chafin, Superintendent Deagle, Teacher Jennifer Candor, Principal Williams, Jeff McClain
GEAR Program Open House
Join Us for Coffee and Conversation
Coffee with the Superintendent events have returned!
Join Dr. Tracey Deagle
For Coffee and Conversation
November 9, 2022
6:30-8 p.m.
Panera Bread
91 N. Hamilton Road, Gahanna
WE NEED BUS DRIVERS!
Can You Help?
Are you or someone you know looking for a rewarding job with PAID training? GJPS is NOW hiring bus drivers and would love for you to apply TODAY!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
November 7 Teacher Professional Development Day No School
November 9 Coffee with the Superintendent
November 10 Veterans Day Ceremony at GLHS, 9:00 a.m.
November 23-25 Thanksgiving Holiday No School
December 19-January 2 Winter Break No School
January 3 Teacher Professional Development Day No School
January 4 Back to School for 2023
January 16 Martin Luther King Day No School
February 17 Teacher Professional Development Day No School
February 20 Presidents Day No School
March 3 Teacher Comp Day No School
March 27-31 Spring Break No School
April 7 Good Friday No School
May 24 Last Day of School for Students
May 27 Class of 2023 Commencement
Phase Two Projects
Building Pride for Our Future
In November 2020, voters in the Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools district approved a bond and operating levy to fund Phase Two of the GJPS Master Facilities Plan.
Phase Two of the Master Facilities Plan Includes:
- Additions and renovations to High Point and Blacklick Elementary
- New Lincoln High School on current site
BinaxNOW At-Home Rapid Test Kits Available for Symptomatic Students and Staff
BinaxNOW At-Home COVID-19 Rapid Test Kits are currently available for students and staff currently enrolled in GJPS schools who are EXHIBITING SYMPTOMS of COVID-19.
REQUEST FORM MUST BE COMPLETED IN ADVANCE
While supplies last, you may request kits for:
The number of students you have enrolled in Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools in your household who are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19.
The number of GJPS staff in your household who are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19.
A confirmation email will not be sent.
PLEASE WEAR A MASK WHEN PICKING UP A RAPID TEST AT THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PICK UP TIMES AND LOCATION
After completing a Rapid Test Kit Request Form, kits are available for pick up at:
GJPS Administration Building
160 S. Hamilton Road
Please ring the bell inside the front door for service.
While Supplies Last
Monday - Friday
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
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