Jefferson Elementary News
Supt. White conducts spring symphony finale

Supt. White conducts spring symphony finale - 5/15/2012

...click here to view Supt. Mark White serving as the guest conductor for the finale of Franz Joseph Haydn’s Farewell Symphony.

Robotics Team to explore Europa's underwater world

Robotics Team to explore Europa's underwater world - 5/14/2012

Project Aquarius is a high-tech competitive simulation that involves building a ROV that can explore the underwater environment of Jupiter's moon Europa.

GLHS Sophomore Saves Teen From Drowning In Creek

GLHS Sophomore Saves Teen From Drowning In Creek - 5/13/2012

GLHS sophomore saves fellow teen from drowning...Click here to view the news clip.

GJPS Treasurer Presents 5-Year Financial Financial Forecast - 5/11/2012

Spring Brings Out Door-to-Door Scammers, Thieves

Spring Brings Out Door-to-Door Scammers, Thieves - 5/10/2012

Spring is here, beware of door-to-door scams and thieves...

Children's Book Author/Illustrator Visits GJPS

Children's Book Author/Illustrator Visits GJPS - 5/9/2012

Author Tedd Arnold illustrates his love of reading (and writing) with GJPS elementary students...

Gahanna MS/HS Spring Ochestra Concert Series May 14-15th.

Gahanna MS/HS Spring Ochestra Concert Series May 14-15th. - 5/9/2012

The middle school and high school orchestra students will unite to to perform their spring repertoires.

Speech & Debate Students Headed to Nationals Jun.11-15th

Speech & Debate Students Headed to Nationals Jun.11-15th - 5/8/2012

GLHS orators are headed to the National Forensic League’s speech and debate tournament June 11-15, in Indianapolis

Gahanna DECA Continues 23-year Winning Streak

Gahanna DECA Continues 23-year Winning Streak - 5/8/2012

GLHS Chapter finishes in top one percent at global conference, continues 23-year winning streak.

Gahanna Lincoln HS 4th annual Poetry Slam

Gahanna Lincoln HS 4th annual Poetry Slam - 5/7/2012

This was no “polite” tea-sipping poetry reading...it was a Poetry SLAM!

GLHS Bands & Choir Earn Superior at State Assessments

GLHS Bands & Choir Earn Superior at State Assessments - 5/5/2012

Hard work pays off for the Lions in the 2012 OMEA High School Band and Choir state finals

What's a Guzheng?

What's a Guzheng? - 5/4/2012

GLHS  gets an up close and personal... look listen!

...about @GLHSWeCan

...about @GLHSWeCan - 5/3/2012

Join us for a 30-day challenge to eat more nutrient-dense foods and to exercise more!

Community University Workshop May 7th

Community University Workshop May 7th - 5/2/2012

Prezi Presentation Software & Digital Citizenship. RSVP by Fri., May 4.

GJPS Featured in May 2012 Columbus Monthly Magazine

GJPS Featured in May 2012 Columbus Monthly Magazine - 5/2/2012

...a special editorial section devoted to the city of Gahanna and its business development, quality of life, housing options and highly rated schools.

New Chinese Language & Culture Summer Program

New Chinese Language & Culture Summer Program - 5/2/2012

New two-week day camp is one of many outstanding Gahanna-Jefferson Summer School academic programs

High Point Students Develop a Discover Gahanna Web site

High Point Students Develop a Discover Gahanna Web site - 5/1/2012

Take an online tour of Gahanna with Ms. Disbro's 3rd-grade class!

GLHS 2012-13 Student Parking Applications Available

GLHS 2012-13 Student Parking Applications Available - 5/1/2012

Application deadline is May 31,2012 | Juniors & Seniors ONLY | Late applicants will be placed on a wait list.

Cornerstone & Alumni Hall of Fame Celebration  May.4th

Cornerstone & Alumni Hall of Fame Celebration May.4th - 5/1/2012

Induction of  the 2012 GLHS Cornerstone & Alumni Hall of Fame Awardees.

Intra-district Transfer Request Forms Due May.4th

Intra-district Transfer Request Forms Due May.4th - 5/1/2012

School Choice forms due Friday, May 4, 2012.

GLHS Senior Awarded $10k Scholarship

GLHS Senior Awarded $10k Scholarship - 4/27/2012

GLHS' Suneil Kamath is a 2012 Coca-Cola $10k Scholarship and a 2012 Prudential Spirit of Community Awardee

GLHS journalists sweeps awards at 5th annual OSMA state convention

GLHS journalists sweeps awards at 5th annual OSMA state convention - 4/27/2012

Pride Yearbook and WGLH-TV swept award categories at the 2012 Ohio Scholastic Media Association’s annual convention

Author Tedd Arnold  to Share with Royal Manor Family  May.15th

Author Tedd Arnold to Share with Royal Manor Family May.15th - 4/26/2012

...Arnold will share how he became author, how ideas become stories and how those stories become books

Royal Manor ES Spring Family Night & Book Fair May.9th

Royal Manor ES Spring Family Night & Book Fair May.9th - 4/26/2012

Book Fair May 7-11, with a special luau-themed Family Night on Wed., May 9th at 6 p.m.

April: National School Libary Month

April: National School Libary Month - 4/26/2012

National School Library Month recognizes the essential role that a strong school library programs play in a student's educational career.

GLHS Bands and Choirs to Host OMEA State Finals

GLHS Bands and Choirs to Host OMEA State Finals - 4/25/2012

GLHS and more than 25 different schools from throughout Ohio will converge in Gahanna for OMEA State Finals...

Free "Gahanna Spring into Health" Fair Apr.25th

Free "Gahanna Spring into Health" Fair Apr.25th - 4/24/2012

GLHS' annual health fair, from 7:30am - 3pm with numerous community health groups, student presentations

Renaissance Action Team Applications Due Apr.30th

Renaissance Action Team Applications Due Apr.30th - 4/23/2012

Become part of a team of special students - and future leaders - that plan/implement activities at GLHS!

Medical Specialist to Visit Bioscience Tech Students

Medical Specialist to Visit Bioscience Tech Students - 4/19/2012

OSU's Dr. Brad W. deSilva to share with the future scientists of Clark Hall/Eastland Fairfield's Bioscience Technologies...

Last Day to Order 2012 Yearbook

Last Day to Order 2012 Yearbook - 4/19/2012

May 1,2012, is the absolute final day to order a 2012 Pride Yearbook or to place a senior ad.

GLHS Inducts 86 Scholars into National Honor Society

GLHS Inducts 86 Scholars into National Honor Society - 4/18/2012

GLHS holds 46th Annual National Honor Society induction ceremony

Beauty and the Beast May 10-13th

Beauty and the Beast May 10-13th - 4/17/2012

Step with GLHS Theatre into the enchanted world of this modern Broadway classic!

Fortune 500 Execs to speak with GLHS Acct. Class  Apr.19

Fortune 500 Execs to speak with GLHS Acct. Class Apr.19 - 4/17/2012

...to share the accounting challenges of going from a private to a publicly-traded company.

Class of 2012 Commencement  June 2nd

Class of 2012 Commencement June 2nd - 4/17/2012

More than 540 members of the Senior Class of 2012, will converge at The OSU Schottenstein Center for commencement.

Cool night of hot jazz with GLHS Band Students May.4th

Cool night of hot jazz with GLHS Band Students May.4th - 4/16/2012

Join the GLHS band seniors for a cool night of hot jazz! Free admission.

State Auditor designates GCS as 2012 Award Recipient

State Auditor designates GCS as 2012 Award Recipient - 4/14/2012

Independent audit finds no questionable costs, ethics violations or material weakness.

Superintendent Interviews Underway

Superintendent Interviews Underway - 4/12/2012

Board selects candidates to move on to the first phase of the interview process...

Gahanna Community School Open House Apr.24th

Gahanna Community School Open House Apr.24th - 4/10/2012

GCS is a learning environment tailored for the non-traditional high school student...

PreK-12 Summer School Registration Underway

PreK-12 Summer School Registration Underway - 4/10/2012

Intervention/remediation, enrichment, new HS credit and/or make-up classes, and OGT prep

Blacklick ES Pride Pedalers Bike-a-thon for Cancer Jun.2nd

Blacklick ES Pride Pedalers Bike-a-thon for Cancer Jun.2nd - 4/9/2012

The community is invited to participate in a mini Pelotonia-style family bike-a-thon and bike rodeo...

Ameriprise CEO to Speak  to Investment & Marketing Students  Apr.12

Ameriprise CEO to Speak to Investment & Marketing Students Apr.12 - 4/9/2012

Jim Cracchiolo will speak with the DECA, Personal Finance, & Investment Society classes about the market conditions, the entrepreneurial spirit and business ethics.

Monster Trucks to Invade Jefferson ES Apr.13

Monster Trucks to Invade Jefferson ES Apr.13 - 4/9/2012

Kid KJ & The Lil’ Mighty Monsters (with ½-scale monster trucks), the world’s youngest monster truck team will stop by Jefferson ES

PreK-12 Summer School Registration Underway

PreK-12 Summer School Registration Underway - 4/4/2012

Journey To Learning: Intervention/remediation, enrichment, new HS credit and/or make-up classes, and OGT prep

Kindergarten Roundup Registration Through Apr.13

Kindergarten Roundup Registration Through Apr.13 - 4/1/2012

Spring time is Kindergarten Roundup Registration time for the Class of 2025!

GJPS Media Advisoy

GJPS Media Advisoy - 3/25/2012

....learn more about the talented students and staff of Gahanna-Jefferson, as well as upcoming events.

GLHS Marketing Students Place 1st in Regional Competition

GLHS Marketing Students Place 1st in Regional Competition - 3/25/2012

Innovative DECA project with Gahanna Chamber earn GLHS students 1st place...

GLHS Students, Teacher Earn Top Awards at 2012 Ohio JSHS

GLHS Students, Teacher Earn Top Awards at 2012 Ohio JSHS - 3/24/2012

Nine GLHS scientist compete in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) statewide event.

GMSW Student Places Within top 5 in Bee

GMSW Student Places Within top 5 in Bee - 3/21/2012

Spelling Bee champ Amanda L. Patton of GMSW places 4th in 33-county regional competition.

GMSW Student Headed to State Geographic Bee

GMSW Student Headed to State Geographic Bee - 3/21/2012

Kudus to GMSW's Thomas P. Hurtubise, Ohio Geographic Bee Semifinalist

GLHS Student Selected for Statewide Drug Prevention Council

GLHS Student Selected for Statewide Drug Prevention Council - 3/20/2012

Aeriel Turlington selected serve with statewide drug abuse prevention program

GLHS Art Exhibit at the Gahanna Public Library Branch

GLHS Art Exhibit at the Gahanna Public Library Branch - 3/19/2012

Mar. 20 - Apr. 30, 2012 | GLHS Art Exhibit at the Gahanna Public Library Branch

 GLHS Class of 2012 Commencement Jun.2nd

GLHS Class of 2012 Commencement Jun.2nd - 3/12/2012

The OSU Schottenstein Center | Tickets are not required| Handicapped parking & seating available | Seating is first come, first served |

GLHS Choirs  Headed to State Competition Mar. 16-17

GLHS Choirs Headed to State Competition Mar. 16-17 - 3/12/2012

More than 300 GLHS students, under the direction of Jeremy Lahmam, to participate...

Ground broken for Commons at Clark Hall

Ground broken for Commons at Clark Hall - 3/12/2012

Commons at Clark Hall: AT&T, Chipotle, Panera and Rusty Bucket among first tenants.

Royal Manor Celebrates 2012 Read Across America Day

Royal Manor Celebrates 2012 Read Across America Day - 3/12/2012

District officials and community leaders recently gathered at Royal Manor ES to prove you're never too old, too wacky, too wild...

GLHS Scribes Earn Excellence in Journalism Awards

GLHS Scribes Earn Excellence in Journalism Awards - 3/12/2012

Four GLHS scribes recognized with 2012 OCC Academic League/James L. McCann Excellence in Journalism Award

Superintendent Search - Submit Feedback Here

Superintendent Search - Submit Feedback Here - 3/12/2012

...submit feedback online about the ideal Superintendent candidate.

Online GJPS Event Calendar Submission Form

Online GJPS Event Calendar Submission Form - 3/11/2012

Have a story to tell or outstanding photo to share? We welcome your story suggestions and tips about GJPS students, staff, events or initiatives.

34th Annual LHS Varsity Varieties Show Mar.8-10th

34th Annual LHS Varsity Varieties Show Mar.8-10th - 3/8/2012

The GLHS Performing Arts Department will presents the 34th annual Varsity Varieties March 8-9-10th, each show begins at 7:30 p.m.

Vote for GLHS Cheerleaders! Mar.9th

Vote for GLHS Cheerleaders! Mar.9th - 3/8/2012

Voting begins Fri. Mar. 9 and continues through Sun., Mar. 11, 2012.

Mobile Dentist Van to Stop at Royal Manor ES Apr.20th

Mobile Dentist Van to Stop at Royal Manor ES Apr.20th - 3/5/2012

Dental Mobile, an on site dental care provider will visit Royal Manor ES.

GMSS Winter Band Concert Mar.5th

GMSS Winter Band Concert Mar.5th - 3/5/2012

GMSS will host its annual featuring the sixth- and seventh-grade band, woodwind choir and jazz band.

K-12 ARTS! Coming Soon.

K-12 ARTS! Coming Soon. - 3/4/2012

...a one-stop site highlighting the creative endeavors of GJPS students.

GJPS/Natl. Read Across America Day Events Mar.2

GJPS/Natl. Read Across America Day Events Mar.2 - 3/2/2012

GJPS will join thousands of schools, libraries, and community centers across the country in hosting varied activities to motivate and encourage the love of reading.

GJPS/Clark Hall Among 2012 Best in Tech

GJPS/Clark Hall Among 2012 Best in Tech - 3/2/2012

Designation recognizes GJPS as among the best in the nation in technology support of classroom learning and staff development.

End the "R" Word Campaign Mar.7

End the "R" Word Campaign Mar.7 - 2/29/2012

Lincoln HS students campaign to end use of the "R" word.

Community U:Facebook 101 | Life Choices Mar.5

Community U:Facebook 101 | Life Choices Mar.5 - 2/29/2012

These FREE workshops begin at 6 p.m., and is open to all!

Middle School Winter Band Concerts Mar.5-6

Middle School Winter Band Concerts Mar.5-6 - 2/22/2012

GMSW will host its annual Winter Band Concert featuring the woodwind choir and jazz band. GMSE and GMSS will host similar events.

GLHS Dinner Theatre: "First in Line" Feb.23rd

GLHS Dinner Theatre: "First in Line" Feb.23rd - 2/22/2012

... a production consisting of scenes/songs dealing with the “firsts” that happen in our lives, presented in a dinner and a show format.

GJEF Celebration of Excellence Event

GJEF Celebration of Excellence Event - 2/22/2012

Look for plenty denim and diamonds right here in central-Ohio this weekend for the GJEF Excellence celebration...

Who's Who in Black Columbus Book Donation Feb.24

Who's Who in Black Columbus Book Donation Feb.24 - 2/22/2012

Mount Carmel East presents 50 copies of Who's Who in Black Columbus to GMSS students...

 19th Annual High Point ES Reading Night Mar.1st

19th Annual High Point ES Reading Night Mar.1st - 2/21/2012

High Point ES staff members will bring storybook characters to life - complete with costumes, props, and plenty of crazy antics.

WOSU 89.7FM: GLHS & Social Media in Education 11am

WOSU 89.7FM: GLHS & Social Media in Education 11am - 2/21/2012

Principal Dwight Carter will join Ann Fisher/All Sides as a panelist on WOSU 89.7FM this morning at 11 a.m. for Tech Tuesday: Social Media, Consumerism and Gadgetry.

GJPS Partners with GahannaTV.com

GJPS Partners with GahannaTV.com - 2/20/2012

Video of the GJPS 2012 State of the Schools address is available at GahannaTV.com

GMSS Read Across Gahanna Book Drive Through Mar.2

GMSS Read Across Gahanna Book Drive Through Mar.2 - 2/17/2012

"Books and more books...we need books!" A goal to collect/donate 1,000 new/gently used children’s books.

High Point Chinese Spring Festival Feb.23

High Point Chinese Spring Festival Feb.23 - 2/14/2012

The 2nd-grade class will celebrate the Chinese New Year by performing five songs - two in Chinese...

Read Across America Day Mar.2

Read Across America Day Mar.2 - 2/14/2012

...You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read with a child!

GJPS Media Advisory:  February 12-  25, 2012

GJPS Media Advisory: February 12- 25, 2012 - 2/10/2012

We are 7,000 students, across 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools and Lincoln High School. Where Students Come First!

2012-2013 GLHS Program of Studies

2012-2013 GLHS Program of Studies - 2/10/2012

Planning booklet of LHS' program of studies to assist in setting and reaching educational and occupational goals

Lincoln ES PTO Math & Spaghetti Dinner Night Feb.9th

Lincoln ES PTO Math & Spaghetti Dinner Night Feb.9th - 2/8/2012

The Lincoln ES PTO will host a family "dinner table" Thursday evening with various math games.

Partnership with Mt. Carmel Promotes Excellence

Partnership with Mt. Carmel Promotes Excellence - 2/7/2012

District formally recognizes the contributions of community partner Mount Carmel East Hospital and President/CEO Autry.

Chapelfield Gr.4  to Tour Ohio Statehouse/Supreme Court Feb.17th

Chapelfield Gr.4 to Tour Ohio Statehouse/Supreme Court Feb.17th - 2/7/2012

Students will learn about its history and architecture. Will also tour Ohio Supreme Court and participate in a mock trial.

2012 Gahanna-Jefferson District-wide Spelling Bee Feb.13

2012 Gahanna-Jefferson District-wide Spelling Bee Feb.13 - 2/7/2012

Hundreds of Gahanna middle school students will compete to represent the district in an upcoming regional Spelling Bee, and possibly again at the national level.

Jefferson to Jump for Kids with "Special Hearts" Feb.14-15th

Jefferson to Jump for Kids with "Special Hearts" Feb.14-15th - 2/7/2012

First- through fifth-grade students will become sweethearts by jumping rope to raise awareness about children with "special hearts" in this two day event, Feb. 14 - 15, 2012.

Three GLHS Seniors Move on to 2012 Natl. Merit Finalists

Three GLHS Seniors Move on to 2012 Natl. Merit Finalists - 2/6/2012

Kathyrn C. O’Donovan, Samantha H. Nandyal, and Nisitha Sengottuvel are among an elite group: They were recently moved from semi-finalists to finalists status by the National Merit Scholarship Program based on their preliminary PSAT scores taken in fall of 2010.

Jefferson Students to Perform at 2012 Ohio Chinese Festival

Jefferson Students to Perform at 2012 Ohio Chinese Festival - 2/2/2012

Come celebrate the Year of the Dragon with Jefferson ES at the 5th annual 2012 Ohio Chinese Festival

GJPS Media Advisory:  February 1 -  12, 2012

GJPS Media Advisory: February 1 - 12, 2012 - 1/31/2012

For more information about these or any of the great events within Gahanna-Jefferson Schools, contact GJPS Public Information Officer...

GLHS Prepares for OMEA Solo/Ensemble Festival Feb.4th

GLHS Prepares for OMEA Solo/Ensemble Festival Feb.4th - 1/31/2012

With more than 100 events scheduled, G-J music department teachers, students, and parents will convene at Pickerington HS North (vocalists) and Westerville North HS (instrumentalists) for the District 15 Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) Solo/Ensemble Festival. District 15 is comprised of six area counties, including Franklin.

High Point ES Fun at the Beach Spirit Day Feb.3rd

High Point ES Fun at the Beach Spirit Day Feb.3rd - 1/31/2012

A fun summery way in the midst of winter to show our pride in High Point Elementary: Wear beach clothes to school! (no bathing suits, please!)

4th Annual Lincoln HS Science Symposium  Feb.3

4th Annual Lincoln HS Science Symposium Feb.3 - 1/30/2012

Symposium 2012 projects to range from exploring the possibilities of alien life, to using spatial analysis to compare novice and expert bowlers; and the use of myoelectric sensors in muscle reinnervation.

2012 LHS Summer School Registration Begins

2012 LHS Summer School Registration Begins - 1/29/2012

Summer school registration for high school initial credit classes (first time enrolled versus make-up) begins on February 6. Additional grades/classes mid-April.

College Athlete 2012 National Letter of Intent Day

College Athlete 2012 National Letter of Intent Day - 1/27/2012

Jake Blankenship signs with University of Tennessee & Tyler Grassman signs for a full scholarship to the University of Buffalo

2012 State of the Schools Address Feb.6th

2012 State of the Schools Address Feb.6th - 1/26/2012

Address to outline district priorities, progress and seek input for superintendent selection.

Gahanna Youth Council: Prom Dress Drive and Sale

Gahanna Youth Council: Prom Dress Drive and Sale - 1/26/2012

Help make prom affordable for all teens by donating your formal wear Feb.25 & Mar.3. The Dress Sale is Mar.17.

Webpage Under Constuction - 1/26/2012

GJPS Preparing Students for Success in Class, Life

GJPS Preparing Students for Success in Class, Life - 1/25/2012

Aptitude Winter 2012 | A publication of the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio

Supt. White Moving on at end of School Year

Supt. White Moving on at end of School Year - 1/24/2012

...after 29 years in education, including 16 as an administrator, Supt. Mark White to seek a road less traveled.

 Blacklick ES Family Night at Piada/Gahanna

Blacklick ES Family Night at Piada/Gahanna - 1/24/2012

Don't feel like cooking tonight? Join Blacklick ES at Piada's Gahanna location February 6, 2012, between 4 - 8 pm with your spirit wear.

GJPS Power of the Pen Competition

GJPS Power of the Pen Competition - 1/20/2012

Hundreds of 7th- and 8th-grade G-J students will gather for the Super Bowl of writing tournaments...

NOTICE: GJPS is NOT on the May 2012 Ballot

NOTICE: GJPS is NOT on the May 2012 Ballot - 1/19/2012

...If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us