East Weekly

Welcome back! We have truly enjoyed having our students return to the building after winter break and getting back into the routine of learning and growing together. This week, we held reset meetings to review our school expectations and rules, including reminders about our technology policy and other important guidelines. Please note that I have included pick-up and drop-off reminders below.

Our conversations emphasized the importance of using kind words and keeping hands to ourselves, reinforcing the positive and respectful environment we strive for every day at GMSE.

We’re excited for a full week ahead and look forward to all the great things this semester! Have a wonderful weekend.

Go Bucks!

January 14 & 15- ELA MAP Test

January 14- Spring Sports sign ups during lunch

January 20- Martin Luther King Day - No School

January 22- Math MAP Testing

January 23- High school scheduling meeting for students (during school)-- 8th grade only

Gahanna Middle School Spring Sports sign ups for students interested in playing Spring Sports will be taking place during the lunch periods for 7th, and 8th Grade students on Tuesday, January 14.

Spring sports opportunities are Boys and Girls Track, Baseball, Softball, Boys Tennis, Boys and Girls Lacrosse.

All 6th grade students will be taking the Winter MAP Reading assessment starting Tuesday, January 14. Please encourage your child to do their best to show the progress they’ve made so far this year!

Ace 7/8 students are working in Chapter 7. We are working with slope and scatter plots. We will continue to investigate how various slopes impact equations and graphs.

On Thursday, 6th grade students were reminded of school expectations during a grade level meeting with Mrs. Kirsten. Some of the key points addressed involve keeping hands to yourself, limiting drama, being prepared (charged Chromebook, pencils, etc.), getting to class on time, and not chewing gum. Starting next week through the remainder of the year, TWO BOOK SIGNATURES IN ONE WEEK WILL EQUAL AN AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION. Students are aware of this change. Please continue to support strong work habits at home to help our students be as successful as they can be during the second half of 6th grade. A grade habit is having your child check the Launchpad each day to ensure they’re on track.

Ace 7/8 students are working in Chapter 7. We are working with slope and scatter plots. We will continue to investigate how various slopes impact equations and graphs.

Power of the Pen will take place on Monday in Mrs. Maynard’s room (room 1) from 3:50 - 4:30. If anyone would like to join Power of the Pen, we have one spot left! Let Mrs. Maynard know and show up to the meeting!

To report an absence, please call the front office at (614)478-5550 or email fischerj@gjps.org by 9:10am if possible.You also have the ability to login into Infinite Campus and mark your child's absence there. Please ONLY do this if your child will be absent for the entire day.

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:

• 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.

Dec. 23, 2024-Jan. 2, 2025: Winter Break - No School
Jan. 3, 2025: Staff Work Day - No School
Jan. 20, 2025: Martin Luther King Day - No School
Feb. 14, 2025: PD Day - No School
Feb. 17, 2025: Presidents Day - No School
Mar. 10, 2025: Staff Work Day - No School
Mar. 31-April 4, 2025: Spring Break- No School
April 18, 2025: Comp Day - No School
May 2, 2025: PD Day - No School
May 23, 2025: Last Day of School for Students
May 24, 2025: Class of 2025 Commencement