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MIDDLE SCHOOL SOUTH
December 8, 2023
This Week at GMSS
From the Desk of Ms. Murdock
Good afternoon!
We have begun to implement TalkingPoints - please see below for more information.
TalkingPoints is a texting platform that allows families to receive the messaging as a text or through the TalkingPoints app. It also provides instant access to the messages in more than 150 languages. For families who choose to receive TalkingPoint communication straight to your text inbox, you will need to save the text numbers separately so you know who they are from. Otherwise, we encourage you to download the TalkingPoints for Parents mobile app in the app store on your iPhone or Android for additional features. More information about accessing messages can be found on our GJPS District website.
Have a wonderful weekend.
District News
BUSES
As a reminder, please know the time of your student's bus stop. We are happy to offer Here Comes the Bus as an aide for parents tracking their student's bus, but there may be some times when the app is not exact. We certainly do not want students to miss the bus, so please be sure your student is at their stop at the scheduled time. To remind yourself of your pickup time, visit our Transfinder page.
HEART & PRIDE
The Heart & Pride Nomination Form will remain available year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.
From the Desk of Mr. Bonath
Spirit Days are coming!
December 18th-20th
Monday: Feeling Frosty- Wear white or warm winter gear
Tuesday: Ugly Sweater Day
Wednesday: A Long Winter's Nap- PJ Day
ATHLETICS
Gahanna MS Athletic: Week of (11/13-11/17)
- Gahanna Home Admission-
- Online sales (Presale & at the Gate)- $5.00+ fees
- Cash Sales (at Gate)- LIMITED TICKETS
Adults- $10 (Standard OCC HS pricing)
Students- $5
Gahanna South Events Week of 12/11-12/1
Date Day Time Team Location Opponent
December 12th Tuesday 5:30:00 PM South Girls Basketball Home Westerville Minerva Park
December 12th Tuesday 5:30:00 PM South Boys Basketball Away @ Westerville Minerva Park
December 13th Wednesday 5:30:00 PM East/South Wrestling Away @ Lancaster General Sherman
December 14th Thursday 5:30:00 PM South Girls Basketball Away @ Newark Liberty
December 14th Thursday 5:30:00 PM South Boys Basketball Home Newark Liberty
Questions can be directed to Mr. Sendelbach
From the Guidance Office
We are just a week and a half away from the end of the 2nd quarter! Please finish strong.
8th grade students will be meeting with high school guidance counselors in January for high school scheduling! Mark your calendars for a high school parent meeting on Thursday, January 11th. More information to follow.
Please see our Mental Health Matters Newsletter for December
https://docs.google.com/document/d/11NHIH8aVjwFx6bEyFfLMOP0gmHUw49TUhOVJ3B9TDIg/edit?usp=sharing
Do not hesitate to reach out to our counseling team with any questions or concern.
Mrs. Artis (students with last names A-K) artisa@gjps.org
Miss Lubinski (students with last names L-Z) lubinskij@gjps.org
Mrs. Johnson - Mental Health Specialist johnsona@gjps.org
C3 (Character Counts Club)
POP TAB COLLECTION November 10 - January 9
Students and staff pop out and bring in your pop tabs. Collect the tabs during your family and friend gatherings over the Thanksgiving and winter break. Bring them into your homeroom from November to January. C3 will donate them to the Central Ohio chapter of the Ronald McDonald House. It’s an easy way to do something good and make a difference in the life of a seriously ill child. The winning homeroom of each grade level gets a popcorn party. The winner of each grade will get points toward survivors too.
Becky Leffler
GMSS 7th-grade language arts
email: lefflerr@gjps.org
Include Upcoming School Events
Mark Your Calendar
December 13th- KONA ICE
December 20th - End of 2nd Quarter
December 21st - January 2nd - Winter Break
January 11th - 8th Grade parent night for high school scheduling
February 16th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
February 19th - President's Day No School
March 7th - End of 3rd Quarter
March 11th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
April 8th -12th - Spring Break
May 3rd - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
May 16th & 17th - 6th Grade Caverns FT
May 24th - Last Day of School
349 Shady Spring Dr
Gahanna, Ohio, 43230
614-337-3730