Weekly Update November 19, 2021
REMINDER: Monday, November 29, 2021 Asynchronous Day of Learning
The Lion's Share
By Superintendent Barrett
To be sure, school board meetings across the country have had their share of rudeness. There have been protests, heated disagreements with lots of shouting and vitriolic speech.
Although we have had public participation disagreements at our Gahanna-Jefferson Board of Education meetings, community members have generally shared their views peacefully and showed respect for each other. For example, when there are controversial issues at our meetings, attendees are courteous and clap after each speaker, even if their views differ from those presented.
A Busy Year for GJPS Nurses
While everyone continues to adapt to another school year with COVID-19, our GJPS nurses are doing all they can to keep our school community safe and healthy.
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Gahanna Gift Shop is Back
Donations Accepted
The Gahanna Gift Shop is a one day pop-up toy store for residents of the city of Gahanna. All toys will be sold for $2 each and all of the profits will benefit Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools.
Middle School South
Welcome Home Surprise
Gahanna Middle School South was recently the site of a special surprise for one of our seventh-grade students.
After serving eleven months in Germany with the Ohio National Guard, Staff Sergeant Chris Nolan returned home and surprised his daughter Samantha during art class at Middle School South.
We send warm wishes and gratitude to Staff Sergeant Nolan, daughter Samantha, and the entire Nolan family for the sacrifices made to protect our country.
Lincoln High School
GLHS Student Council held a Club and Activity Fair so students could learn about all the different clubs and activities offered at GLHS.
Lincoln High School
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) was available at Clark Hall recently to discuss rules and procedures for riding public transportation with GLHS students. Thank you GLHS teacher Ms. Reed for arranging this visit to provide bus safety tips to our students.
Thanksgiving Break
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov 24-26 Thanksgiving Break
November 29 Asynchronous Learning. Students do not report to school.
Dec 20 No School - Winter Break Begins
Jan 3 No School - Teacher - PD Day
Jan 4 Classes Resume
Jan 17 No School - Martin Luther King Day
Feb 18 No School - Teacher PD Day
Feb 21 No School - Presidents Day
March 4 No School - Teacher Comp Day
Mar 28 - April 1 No School - Spring Break
Apr 15 No School - Good Friday
May 24 Last Day of Classes for Students
May 28 Class of 2022 Commencement
2021-22 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)
COVID-19 Dashboard
GJPS continues to work hard to simplify communication about COVID-19 so you can find the resources that matter most to you and your family. Our GJPS COVID-19 | 2021-22 Update Webpage contains the COVID-19 Dashboard, safety protocols and resources, and the latest email updates from GJPS.
You can access the GJPS COVID-19 | 2021-22 Update Webpage two ways:
- You can find the GJPS COVID-19 | 2021-22 Update Webpage housed under the "District Tab" in the top menu bar of the GJPS district website.
- The COVID-19 | 2021-22 Update Webpage is always linked on the GJPS district website homepage under "What's Trending.
BinaxNOW At-Home Rapid Test Kits
We will continue to distribute BinaxNOW At-Home Rapid Test Kits while supplies last. These test kits can be used to detect an active COVID-19 infection.
You may request kits for:
- The number of students you have enrolled in Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools in your household
- Up to 2 parents/guardians per household
- The number of GJPS staff in your household
Kits are available for pick up after completing the Rapid Test Request Form at the GJPS Administration Building, 160 S. Hamilton Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230. Please ring the bell inside the front door for service.
A confirmation email from GJPS will not be sent.
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Gahanna, Ohio 43230
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