1. May 14th-PTA Night at Cafe Zupas-see below for more info!
2. May 23rd-Super Games
3. May 24th-Last Day of School/5th Grade Celebration

If you use Google Calendar, feel free to add our public calendar to your device by using this link.

Do you know a staff member who you feel makes a profound impact on students and Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools? If so, nominate them for the GJPS Heart and Pride award. This award is open to any staff member. regardless of position. Each month, the district will take the nominations to the Heart and Pride Committee, which is composed of community members and former staff members. The committee will select two winners a month that will be recognized by our Board of Education at the monthly meeting. If you have a staff member in mind, please complete THIS GOOGLE FORM. Nominations can take place all year.

I cannot believe it is that time again, but tickets for the Spring Musical, “Something Rotten,” are on sale today! The students have been working tirelessly. I have included the crew build list , the makeup costume and hair list, the orchestra pit list, and the list of everyone in the cast. This way you can see if any past or current students are participating in this Musical.

Tickets are $12 and general seating

Show Dates

May 9th 7:00 PM

May 10th 7:00 PM

May 11th 7:00 PM

May 12th 2:00 PM

On May 8th we will have our first “Senior Night”. This evening is open to Senior Citizens and is a “Pay What You Will” event. Please let the Seniors in your life know about the opportunity.

Show Summary

Welcome to the '90s — the 1590s — long before the dawn of premium tickets, star casting and reminders to turn off your cell phones. This ten time Tony nominated Broadway musical follows the Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom who are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rockstar known as 'The Bard.' When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first MUSICAL! But amidst the scandalous excitement of Opening Night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self… and all that jazz. With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, Something Rotten! is an uproarious dose of pure Broadway fun and an irresistible ode to musicals — those dazzling creations that entertain us, inspire us, and remind us that everything’s better with an exclamation point!

This show is rated PG-13, and if you have any questions feel free to email me!

You can purchase tickets HERE! https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/33556

Thank you so much from the bottom of all of our hearts for your support this year and for supporting this hysterical musical,

Aileen Targett

Theatre Teacher/Director

The PTA will be offering school supply kits through EduKit. Supplies must be ordered by June 21st and will be available for pick up on a designated day/time the week before school starts (Aug. 5-9). Here is the link to order: www.edukitinc.com.

*Attached below is more information including pricing. This is not mandatory, just a service the PTA provides.

Families of students coming to GMS East for the 2024-25 school year:

-I know that it is hard to believe, but it is time to start thinking about the 2024-25 school year! We have our school supply list ready to go and our Yubbler (on-line ordering) account is also up and running as well. You are welcome to use this supply list to shop between now and the start of the school year OR you can use Yubbler to place your order.

Yubbler will deliver your supplies right to your home and the GMSE PTA shares a portion of the profit. Acting quickly through Yubbler will also provide families with a discount!

• April orders: 20% off core items
• May orders: 15% off core items

If you have questions please email Mr. Barboza barbozab@gjps.org.

The 5th grade parent meeting at Middle School East took place on April 25. If you did not have a chance to join us, here is the information we shared that evening. If you have questions, please contact one of our counselors: Mrs. Williams <williamsl@gjps> or Mrs. Uniacke <uniackeb@gjps.org>.

Gahanna Parks and Rec offers lots of fun summer opportunities for kids! Check out this link for more information: https://www.gahanna.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1990/Gahanna-May-August-2024-Explore-Guide

Dear Parents,

We're excited to announce our end-of-school upcoming Super Games event on Thursday, May 23rd during the school day. This is an action-packed day filled with fun and friendly competition for our students. Super Games is not only a fantastic opportunity for our children to engage in physical activity and teamwork but also a chance for our students to come together and celebrate the end of the year.

To make Super Games a success, we are in need of enthusiastic volunteers like you! Whether you can spare an hour or the entire day, your support will make a world of difference in ensuring that our event runs smoothly and that all our students have a memorable and fun experience.

Volunteer opportunities include running a station, keeping kids safe, helping with set-up and clean-up, monitoring lunch duty, and more. If you're interested in lending a hand, please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA5A922A4FC1-49534192-2024. We ask that you please commit to a full shift schedule to make sure the day runs as smoothly as possible. Please do not request a partial shift.

This year, it's important to note that due to safety considerations, Super Games will not be open to all parents as it has been in the past. We are asking that only parent volunteers attend. Volunteers will be asked to check in at the front office to receive a badge for their shift and check out upon leaving. Thank you for your understanding.

We appreciate your ongoing support and commitment to our school community. We look forward to celebrating the end of the year with Super Games and your children!

2023-24 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)

March 29, 2024: No School
April 8-12, 2024: Spring Break- No School
May 3, 2024: Teacher Work Day - No School
May 24, 2024: Last Day of School for Students
May 25, 2024: Class of 2024 Commencement