If your student is participating in Gables Band, Strings or Choir they will be holding a Winter Concert to celebrate their progress on Wednesday December 11th at 6:30pm at Centennial High School located at 1441 Bethel Road, Columbus Ohio 43220. Come support Ms. Holmes and our musicians who have worked hard to prepare for this concert.
Students need to arrive and report by 6pm to the Centennial High School Auditorium. Students will be wearing a solid black shirt (no words, designs or pictures), blue jean pants with back pockets and comfortable flat shoes. Please make sure your child wears sneakers or flat comfortable shoes- NO high heels, slippers or sandals please. Mark your calendar today for the Spring Concert on May 6, 2025.
As the cold air approaches, we will be hosting a hat, glove and mittens drive for Gables families from December 10th through December 18th. Please have your students bring in new hats, gloves or mittens to the office. Any extras will be donated to a local charity. We appreciate all donations and look forward to showing our kids how to shine through giving. Thanks for taking care of our fellow Gators.
Congratulation to our Gables Gators Student of the Month! The characteristic for November was Trustworthy and these kids did a great job!
Wilkerson-Kiriana - Kiriana is a very hard worker, who tries her best to do the right thing. I can always trust she’ll be kind to her classmates and help them without me asking her to do so.
Martin- Darian - I can always trust Darian to do the right thing! He is a great friend and a hard worker. Keep up the great work, Darian!
Buchan- Ruvarashe -Ruvarashe is reliable and trustworthy. She follows the rules and always does her best! She is a good friend and listens attentively in any given situation. Great job!!
Smith- Jacklyn- Jacklyn can always be counted on! Her loyalty and trustworthiness make her a good friend, a helpful classmate, and a strong leader. Jacklyn’s friends and classmates know they can trust her to help them with any problem.
Erwin- Addie - I can always count on Addie to do her best! She helps others and does great with any classroom job. Keep it up, Addie!
Rude- Rafael- Rafael is new to Gables. He is adjusting nicely to the school and our classroom. He does his best each day. He is truthful, dependable and a responsible student. We are lucky to have Rafael in our classroom family!
Mohan- Balqis-Balqis is a reliable and dependable student. Teachers and peers can trust her to do the right thing. She takes a leadership role to make sure the classroom is well organized.
Gates- Ahmad- Ahmad is always doing what he needs to be doing. I can count on him to follow directions, even when things are busy or there is an emergency. I can always count on him!
Belcastro- Sebastian-Sebastian works hard to demonstrate the Gator Way every day. He is responsible and accountable for his actions. He demonstrates kindness and compassion for his classmates. He follows directions and is very respectful of everyone.
Crawford- Noelle-Noelle is responsible, respectful and is completely trustworthy in every area of school. She works hard every day and has a positive attitude. She is a wonderful young lady with amazing potential.
Rensel- Aarav-Aarov is a student who is responsible and respectful. He has integrity, and he demonstrates the Gator Way every day. He is well liked by all his classmates. He is a person kids can go to if they have questions. He is a loyal student and classmate.
Graham- Stefany-Stefany is a very trustworthy student. She consistently follows classroom and school rules. She always does her best work, and she always tells the truth. She is an amazing human!
Grace- Wassim-Wassim is genuine and sincere. He tells the truth regardless of what the consequence might be. His classmates can count on him for help in any situation.
Denis- Angel- Angel is an excellent and trustworthy student. He is always doing his best and always wants to help wherever it is needed! He is truthful and someone that I can always count on! He is amazing!
Rapach- Eliana- Eliana is a kind classmate. She participates enthusiastically. She loves to play with friends and is always helpful with friends, and during clean up.
The In-School Eye Exam (iSee) program conducts eye exams and provides eyeglasses (if needed) for children throughout Ohio at no cost. Students are eligible if they have not been seen by an Optometrist in the past 12 months. This program is coming to Gables in January 2025. Please call Gables, ask for the School Nurse if you are interested in having your child examined.
Kim Fackler, M.Ed, BSN, RN
Ohio Licensed School Nurse
Gables ES
P-614-365-5499
f-614-365-6451
Respecting and honoring the people and beliefs behind all of the celebrations makes Gables Elementary School a better place. We hope that no matter what holidays your family is celebrating this winter, you know that you are a valued part of our school.
Here are some hints for a happy and healthy December!
Practice relaxation. Deep breathing, meditation, yoga, and progressive muscle relaxation are good ways to calm yourself. Taking a break to refocus can have benefits beyond the immediate moment.
Get enough sleep.
Spend time in nature. Studies show that time in nature reduces stress.
Find support. Whether it’s with friends, family, a counselor or a support group, airing out and talking can help.
Don't abandon healthy habits. Try these suggestions:
Have a healthy snack before holiday meals so that you don't go overboard on sweets, cheese or drinks.
Eat healthy meals.
Include regular physical activity in your daily routine.
Be mindful of how social media and news stories impact your mood and expectations.
Following traffic patterns in the Gables Elementary parking lot is crucial for ensuring the safety of students, parents, and staff. The parking lot is often busy, with children walking to and from cars. Properly following traffic patterns reduces the risk of accidents and also ensures smooth flow, preventing congestion and frustration for drivers. I know we all have places to be in the morning, but the safety of the students should come first. When everyone follows the rules, it creates an organized environment where pedestrians and vehicles can coexist safely, making the parking lot a safer place for everyone involved. Here is a reminder of our traffic patterns for both morning and afternoon parent pick up. Please note you should not drop off children on Becket Avenue.
The 2nd & 7 Columbus Kids’ Book Bank is hosting its 2024 Fall Giveaway, offering free books for readers of all ages! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stock up on exciting reads for the whole family. These giveaway events are open to the public, and you can grab books from their large inventory on the following dates:
- Tuesday, October 15, 2024, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 17, 2024, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Visit bookbank.secondandseven.com for more details or call 614.396.8161. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to encourage reading at home!
Sign up is at Ridgeview Middle School located at 4241 Rudy Road, Columbus Ohio 43235
www.cbaclintonvillebasketball.com
Ages 8 to 16- Coed- $110.00
Limited Space Available
Questions please call Randy Colby at (419) 718-4026
Registration is December 7th 8:30am-12:00pm & December 14th 8:30am-12:00pm
PLAYERS FOR COED REC LEAGUE
The Clintonville Basketball Association (CBA) welcomes any and all who want to play in its co-ed recreational league. The CBA Senior League is for boys and girls aged 13 to 16 and the Junior League is for those aged 8 to 12. (Players who are 12 or 16 years old as of December 14 will be eligible to play in the Junior or Senior leagues even if they turn 13 or 17 during the CBA season.)
The CBA season runs from January to mid-March. Each team will play 10 games and have at least 10 practices. Senior League Games are played Saturday mornings. Junior League games are each Saturday afternoon. All games are at Ridgeview Middle School. Practices are at either Ridgeview or another school in the north Columbus area on weekday evenings. Each team plays both a four quarter "varsity" and two quarter "JV" game each week. Some players participate in both games but the most experienced players only play the varsity game.
The cost of joining a CBA team is $110. CBA requests that all players come to one or both of the evaluation/sign up days. CBA coaches evaluate players at the sign ups so that they can draft teams of relatively equal talent as best possible. Evaluation/sign up days are December 7 and December 14 at Ridgeview Middle School. Senior League sign ups are from 10:30 AM until 12 noon. Junior League sign ups are from 9 until 10:30 AM. For any questions, feel free to call Randy Colby at 740-718-4026, or email Bill Stewart at <stewjma@yahoo.com>, or visit the CBA website at <www.cbaclintonvillebasketball.com
Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series and Celebration
POSTED BY Val
Get out and enjoy the fresh air in our beautiful metro parks this winter. Get healthy and enjoy the beautiful scenery around our metro parks with the Annual Winter Hike Series with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks.
For the 2024/2025 series, the hikes are not guided or scheduled. Visit the parks and hike any trail on your own schedule, pace, and distance.
Each month will feature different parks where you can take a stroll, get your hike card stamped and join a group for a walk if you wish.
Pick up your Winter Hike card at a featured park beginning December 1 or download the travel guide from the website https://www.metroparks.net/winter-hikes/. After you hike, ask a staff member to stamp the card.
After the series, join the celebration on February 23, 2025 to receive your new Winter Hike patch. Visit Friends of Metro Parks to find out how to earn hike medallions and additional swag.
Here is a list of Columbus Community Partners providing assistance.
Asian American Community Center - is a non-profit community-based organization serving needs of all Asian Pacific Islanders in Central Ohio. AACS has led efforts to empower and develop the local Asian community through its expansive and proactive programs and services.
LSS 211 offers services from homeless shelters to senior living. Call 211.
City of Columbus CARES Act offers assistance with utilities.
Cap4Kids provides resources for families in the areas of meals, housing, utilities, mental health and lots more.
Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio offers pharmacy services and medicines, counseling on proper medication usage, health screenings, wellness education, and social program assistance for those who cannot afford them. (614) 227-0301
Community Refugee and Immigration Service (CRIS) is an independent non-profit agency serving refugees, asylees, and immigrants in central Ohio. They help refugees and immigrants achieve successful integration into the central Ohio community.
Clintonville Resource Center serving all of Central Ohio by providing assistance through the food pantry, child and youth programs, senior services and kinship care programs.
Ethiopian Tewahado Social Services (ETSS) assists immigrant and refugee families and low-income individuals in Central Ohio through education, training, supportive services, and self-development opportunities.
Franklin County Childrens Services Guide provides information on local emergency or non-emergency assistance to families.
Mid Ohio Food Bank provides food locations by zip code.
MY Project USA is a non-profit organization. It is the first and the only national initiative that is addressing the challenges facing the American Youth, especially in the immigrant and refugee communities from various Muslim countries.
OhioKAN ensures every kinship and adoptive family who wants support navigating the resources available to them can get it.
Project Connect provides help to families living in shelters, car, motel, campground and doubled-up families.
Teaching Tolerance provides guidance for educators on how to handle undocumented students that are going through the stress/fear of deportation.
If you are calling the school office in regard to your student, and your call is not answered, please leave a message on the Gables Office voicemail and your call will be returned promptly.
Attendance Email:
If your child will be absent, please email below. If you are just running late to school, please bring your child into the school, you do not need to call ahead.
attendance.gables@columbus.k12.oh.us
Attendance Phone: 1-380-997-6025
PTA Email: gablesgators@gmail.com
Family Ambassador: Kgreen2@columbus.k12.oh.us
FACTline Email: factline@columbus.k12.oh.us
FACTline Phone: 614-221-FACT (614-221-3228)
Email: gableses@columbus.k12.oh.us
Website: ccsoh.us/GablesES
Location: 1680 Becket Avenue, Columbus, OH, USA
Phone: 614-365-5499
Learn the Gator Way!
Be Responsible!
Be Respectful!
Be Safe!
Be Kind!
That's the Gator Way!
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- Teacher Contact
- Grades and Course Schedules
- Daily Attendance
- Missed Assignments
- Complete your Annual Update
