East Weekly

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We've just wrapped up a fantastic full week of school! The students are settling into their routines wonderfully, and it's great to see them navigating the one-way hallways like pros. As we look ahead to next week, please remember that it's MAP testing time. Ensure your child’s Chromebook is fully charged, encourage them to get a good night's sleep, and take some time to recharge over the weekend.

As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

• To ensure we have the most up-to-date information on file, please complete the Emergency Medical Form and review/update any student information changes (address, phone number, etc.) through Infinite Campus, our online student information system.

• This can be found by logging into your Infinite Campus Parent portal at [Link to Infinite Campus Login]. These updates are crucial in case of emergencies and to ensure effective communication with you throughout the year.

August

August 26: Math MAP Testing for students during the school day

August 27: 7th Grade Curriculum Night @ 5:30-7:00

August 27: 8th Grade Curriculum Night @ 6:00-7:30

August 29: Reading MAP Testing for students during the school day

September

September 2: Labor Day - No School

September 3: PTA Meet the Principal & Grand Opening! (see flyer below)

September 6: 6th grade Adventure Day

September 9: PTA Meeting @ 7:00-8:00

September TBD: Parent/Teacher Conferences

Adventure Day is right around the corner! Please complete the permission form brought home this week and have your child return it to House ASAP. Fees can be paid via using the Parent Portal.

MAP Testing is next week on Monday(Math) and Thursday(ELA). Please help your student be prepared by making sure they get a good night’s sleep and eat breakfast.

7th Science: Reminder, each student should have a science notebook for class.

Please remind students to charge their Chromebooks at night!

MAP Testing is next week on Monday(Math) and Thursday(ELA). Please help your student be prepared by making sure they get a good night’s sleep and eat breakfast.

8th Grade ELA students start our 1st class novel on Wednesday! Please make sure your student secures a copy of the book- Tuesdays with Morrie by Wednesday, August 28th.

MAP Testing is next week on Monday(Math) and Thursday(ELA). Please help your student be prepared by making sure they get a good night’s sleep and eat breakfast.

Students will take their MAP assessments during class next week. If your child misses a day of MAP testing, our staff will work individually with your child to arrange a makeup assessment.

Your PTA is looking for a volunteer or two to plan this year's dine-out events. This position allows staff and families to support local restaurants while contributing hundreds of dollars to PTA funds. Please contact Monica Plucinski at pluc.monica@gmail.com to find out how you can help.

Doors open for breakfast at 8:50 & 8:55 for non-breakfast eaters. Students will report their their House by 9:05.

• You must enter from Clotts Rd.

• Use the entire loop as shown.

• Pull up tight to the person in front of you in our pick up line.

• These things will help keep all of the cars off of Clotts Road and allow for our buses to enter the lot.

• If you would like to park in the basketball lot and wait for your student, that also works, but make sure the outer loop is free from parked cars.

• After your student is loaded, exit via Clotts Road.

• Lastly, BE CAREFUL! There are a lot of students and cars in the lot!

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.

PTA meetings take place on the 2nd Monday of each month in the GMSE library at 7:00pm. All are welcome!

Meeting dates:

• September 9

• October 14

• November 11

• December 9

• January 13

• February 10

• March 10

• April 14

• May 12

Help support and fund numerous initiatives for students and staff throughout the year. Stay tuned to our Facebook page, “GMSE Parents” (new members be sure to answer the questions to be admitted), and upcoming newsletters for more information about what we do and how you can help.

Please consider joining the Middle School East PTA.