High Point Elementary Updates

1. January 5th-Grade Cards come home
2. January 9th-PTA Meeting at 6:30pm in the Library (Guest speakers Dr. Deagle and Chief Spence)
3. January 15th-No School MLK Day
4. January 11-30th-MAP Testing
5. January 19th-Spirit Day (Tie Dye)

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

As a reminder, please know the time of your student's bus stop. We are happy to offer Here Comes the Bus as an aide for parents tracking their student's bus, but there may be some times when the app is not exact. We certainly do not want students to miss the bus, so please be sure your student is at their stop at the scheduled time. To remind yourself of your pickup time, visit our Transfinder page.

An artistic congratulations is extended to 5th graders Tatum D. and Ryan G. for their winning entries into this year’s Youth Art Month Flag and Graphic Design Contest. This is a statewide competition, and Tatum and Ryan’s artwork will be representing High Point! You can learn more about the contest here: https://www.ohioarted.com/yam-flag--graphic-design.html Thank you to all of our 3rd-5th grade students who entered their designs this year - keep up the hard work!

Check out these other amazing Youth Art Month Flag Contest entries we had from over 60 artists in 3rd-5th grade. Thanks to all who participated, and keep on creating...you have such awesome imaginations! Congratulations again to our winners, Tatum D. and Ryan G. whose designs will move on to the next round of judging for the whole state of Ohio!

January 9-PTA Meeting at 6:30pm

Dr. Deagle and Chief Spence will be speaking

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Help Needed!!

Super Saturday is scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2024. It is a PTA sponsored event that allows High Point students to sample different extracurricular activities. During this event, students will have the opportunity to participate in three classes. In the past, we have offered a variety of classes, including martial arts, basketball, magic, yoga, science, origami, cheerleading, etc. The event is for students in kindergarten through 5th grade and is loved by them all!

We are currently looking for presenters/helpers if you have a talent or idea you'd like to share—we would love new creative and different classes this year—send us any ideas you may have!! We also have ideas of potential classes but need a leader for these classes–please reach out and we will find a way to get you involved. If you are interested or have questions about what is involved, please contact Super Saturday Chair, Amy Dahlman (amy.dworkin@gmail.com) or Co-Chair, Ashley Thomas (ashleythomas1186@gmail.com) by January 19, 2024.

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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

Berwick’s Taste of Italy Tour Restaurant Fundraiser Night Friday 1/19

Don’t miss out on one of our favorite Restaurant Fundraiser nights. This spirit night is a little different with pre-ordering involved. Here’s how it works:

· Menu and online ordering available at https://the-berwick.com/taste-of-italy-tour-menu or call 614-253-7100 by Wednesday 1/17 at 11:59 pm. Be sure to choose High Point from the drop down menu when ordering.

· Then you’ll pick up curbside at High Point Elementary on Friday January 19th anytime between 5:30-6:30.

· Note- when finalizing your order you can choose to pick up hot and ready to immediately eat or pick up cold and save it to heat up at a more convenient time. Directions for reheating are given with entrees.

SAVE THE DATE FOR MORE UPCOMING FUN:

· Thursday, February 1st- After School Skate Night at Skate Zone 71 6:00-8:30.

· Friday, February 9th- second annual High Point Dance. Students may attend with an adult guest. More details to come soon.

· Thursday, February 22nd- Restaurant Fundraiser night with Beer Kitchen 101

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.

Items leftover next week will be donated.

2023-24 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)

Jan. 15, 2024: Martin Luther King Day - No School

Feb. 16, 2024: PD Day - No School
Feb. 19, 2024: Presidents Day - No School
Feb. 24, 2024: The Gahanna Gala
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