Thank you to all who have donated.

Four Gahanna elementary students from Jefferson Elementary and High Point Elementary had their artwork awarded at the Youth Art Month celebration on Saturday, March 2nd. The students participated in the annual YAM Flag contest. Ryan and Lily's designs received Honorable Mentions, Shiho's design earned 3rd place, and Tatum's design earned 1st place for the 3rd-5th grade division. Congratulations to our fabulous artists!

Thank you to everyone who attended our first (and now annual) Community Night! Lots of food and fun were had by all.

1. March 8th-No School
2. March 11th-No School
3. March 19th-HS Theatre Performance
4. April 8-12th-Spring Break

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

**THIS LETTER WAS EMAILED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH**

Dear High Point Families,

This letter is to serve as notification that Senate Bill 288 has altered Ohio Revised Code 3313.60 to require that children in grades kindergarten through six receive annual developmentally appropriate instruction in child sexual abuse prevention.

School districts must notify the parents and legal guardians of the following information:

• Instruction in child sexual abuse prevention is a required part of the district's curriculum;

• Upon request, parents and legal guardians may examine instructional materials (see below);

• Upon written request of the student's parent or guardian, a student can be excused from taking instruction in child sexual abuse prevention.

As recommended by the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce, our district will be using the SPEAK UP lessons developed by The Foundation United. In order for your student to receive this instruction, we require permission from you as the parent/guardian. Below, please use the form in the link to grant such permission or to excuse your student from receiving instruction in child sexual abuse prevention by Thursday, March 7th.

*Instruction will be delivered by Mrs. Diol, our school guidance counselor. Attached below are the slides that will be used to present the information to students as well as an overview of the program.

LINKS:

Permission/Excusal (please respond by Thursday, March 7th)

(*If you need a paper copy of the permission/excusal slip, please let your child’s teacher know.)

Program Overview

K-2 Presentation

3-5 Presentation

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Beaver (beaverj@gjps.org) or Mrs. Diol (diolj@gjps.org).

Sincerely,

Mrs. Beaver

Principal

High Point Elementary

Please visit https://www.gahannaschools.org/families/enrollment for information on how to enroll your incoming Kindergartener for next year. Please help spread the word for new families as well.

Please review the pick up and drop off reminders. We ask that you follow the flow of traffic and adults on duty directing traffic. Thank you for your cooperation!

Check out our latest safety video featuring GJPS Superintendent Dr. Deagle and Gahanna Division of Police Chief Spence talking about firearm storage safety and highlighting the risks of look-alike weapons.

High Point Elementary Fundraiser with Birdie Brennan Custom Closets

Get your home organized in the new year. Organize with customized closets, pantry, garage, laundry, built-ins and MORE! Mention High Point Elementary when you schedule during January & February 2024 and 10% of sales benefits High Point. Check them out at GetOrganizedColumbus.com

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.

2023-24 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)

March 8, 2024: Comp Day - No School
March 11, 2024: PD Day - No School
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