

Gahanna Lincoln High School
2023-2024
A Message from Mrs. Williams
As we approach the season of gratitude and reflection, I wanted to take a moment to share some important information about our upcoming Thanksgiving break.
Thanksgiving Break will begin on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 and extends through November 24, 2023. During this time, students will have the opportunity to enjoy a well-deserved respite from their academic commitments and spend quality time with family and friends. It is our sincere hope that this break provides each of our students with the chance to recharge, relax, and return to school with renewed energy.
Whether you're traveling, sharing a meal, or simply enjoying a moment of quiet reflection, we hope this Thanksgiving brings warmth and joy to your homes.
Please take note of the following details related to our Thanksgiving Break:
- Dates: November 22 - 24, 2023
- Return to School: Students are expected to return on November 27, 2023
If you have any questions or concerns about the break or any other school-related matters, please don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated staff.
Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with moments of joy, gratitude, and connection.
GLHS PTO Campaign
It is that time again…The GLHS PTO has officially launched its Roar DONATION Campaign!
The GLHS PTO plays a pivotal role within the school, providing an opportunity to connect with other parents, teachers, and staff, creating open lines of communication where different issues and ideas are addressed to make positive change. Our parent-teacher organization can only achieve its goals with YOU! Please share the flyer below and link to our updated commercial.
COMMERCIAL LINK: https://youtu.be/NHSqNKdM1Zk
Coffee with Counselors
Our school counselors will be hosting a Coffee with Counselors meeting where a different topic is covered each session. This is a program designed to provide a casual environment for parents and counselors to get together and engage in discussions related to our students. Coffee with Counselors will be held in the Library of the main building from 8:30-9:30 a.m. on November 17th. Please bring your questions for a Q & A with the counselors. Questions can range from the college application process to mental health services offered at GLHS.
Graduation Information
Gahanna Coat Connection
The Gahanna Coat Connection is a way to ensure that every student in the Gahanna-Jefferson school district can have a warm coat and outerwear! Simply click on this link, Gahanna Coat Connection, and fill out the Google Form under requests. Students from the high school ESS program will deliver the requested coat to your chosen home school.
***Looking for a way to support the Gahanna Coat Connection? We are in need of heavy winter gloves in child and adult sizes, gender-neutral scarves & hats, as well as coats in the following sizes: men's- small, medium, XL, & 3XL; women's- XL & 3XL. Feel free to drop them off at the high school or email Jill Long (longji@gjps.org) to coordinate a pickup. ***
Academic Support
Our PASS (Positive Academic Support Solution) Room is now open after school! It is open Monday - Thursday from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, and is located in the library. The PASS Room is operated by GLHS teachers who are ready and willing to provide academic support on assignments. Below is the PASS Room schedule.
Trip to Italy
We’re going to Italy in Summer 2025 and your current 8th-10th grade student is invited!
Anna Loveless, an Intervention Specialist at Lincoln Elementary, will be leading this trip for GLHS students in summer 2025. It is not a school sponsored event.
Come hear all the details, including the itinerary, activities, academic opportunities, and the cost of our trip at our upcoming informational meeting on November 15th at 6:00 PM in the GLHS Library. Please click here to register for the meeting https://bit.ly/473cLQf. The meeting will also mark the official opening of enrollment!
There are limited spots on this tour, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
From the District
Gifted Visual and Performing Arts Referral Process
Each year school districts in Ohio are required to offer an opportunity for students in grades K-12 to be identified as gifted in the area of Visual and Performing Arts. The identified areas of giftedness for Visual and Performing Arts include Visual Arts, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Drama/Theater, and Dance. If you know of a student that may be gifted in an area of the Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) and would like for them to be screened for possible gifted identification in that particular area, please complete the Visual and Performing Arts Nomination Form.
Click here to learn more about the two-phase VPA gifted identification process.
Nominations will be accepted until noon on Monday, November 20, 2023, and will only be accepted using the Google link above.
If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Boyle at gjpsgifted@gjps.org.
Encourage Your Lion to Get Involved!
We have OVER 40 clubs/activities and 27 sports at GLHS! Being involved in the PRIDE offers so many benefits, such as:
- Improves academic performance
- Allows students to explore interest and create broader perspectives
- Increases social opportunities
- Builds essential life skills (time management, goal setting, teamwork)
Click here to see our growing list of clubs/activities and sports, and encourage your Lion to get involved at GLHS!
Support Our GLHS Lions
Gahanna Lincoln Athletics uses an online platform to sell tickets for all home athletic events. Click the button below to purchase GLHS Athletics Tickets.
GJPS Heart & Pride Award
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.
Upcoming School Events
Mark Your Calendar
November 13 Teacher PD Day No School for Students
November 22 Thanksgiving Break No School
November 23 Thanksgiving Break No School
November 24 Thanksgiving Break No School
December 20 End of 1st Semester
December 21-31 Winter Break No School
January 1 Winter Break No School
January 2 Teacher PD Day No School for Students
January 15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day No School
140 S. Hamilton Rd.
Gahanna, OH 43230
(614) 478-5500