Weekly Update March 4, 2022
GJPS Welcomes New Treasurer
This week, Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools welcomed Scott Gooding as the district's new treasurer. Gooding comes to GJPS from Columbus City Schools where he served for the past seven years.
"My focus will be to make sure that our fiscal resources are aligned to support our vision of building relationships with students, parents and our community to ensure student learning is our most important investment and priority," Gooding said, adding that he is impressed by the district's commitment to quality education for every child at GJPS.
Your Child & Healthy Relationships Webinar Series
Lincoln High School
The Gahanna Lincoln High School Blue, Gold and Freshman Bands performed concerts in the high school auditorium on February 27, 2022.
Thanks to parent Mark Smith, you may listen to all three concerts right here.
Lincoln Elementary
Mrs. Kindinger's Second Grade Class
Mrs. Kindinger's second grade class at Lincoln Elementary made us proud by making special lunches for people who are struggling with homelessness. Learning to help others is always #theGJPSway!
Thanks to Seeds of Caring for help with this project.
Make a Difference in Your Community!
GJPS is Hiring!
Substitute positions are available in many departments!
UPCOMING EVENTS
March 8 Second Dose COVID Vaccine Clinic
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
February 25 - March 3
CONFIRMED POSITIVE CASES
Students: 2
Staff: 1
On January 26, 2022, Franklin County Public Health (FCPH) updated its recommendation that local school districts shift away from universal COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing for individual cases of COVID-19.
COVID-19 Webpage
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 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.
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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Gahanna, Ohio 43230
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