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![GLHS National Merit Semifinalists]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695927780/gahannaschoolsorg/v3jak5tddwsuczq8psga/IMG_0296.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695927780/gahannaschoolsorg/v3jak5tddwsuczq8psga/IMG_0296.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695927780/gahannaschoolsorg/v3jak5tddwsuczq8psga/IMG_0296.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695927780/gahannaschoolsorg/v3jak5tddwsuczq8psga/IMG_0296.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1695927780/gahannaschoolsorg/v3jak5tddwsuczq8psga/IMG_0296.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1695927780/gahannaschoolsorg/v3jak5tddwsuczq8psga/IMG_0296.jpg","width":2200}])
Four GLHS students have qualified as National Merit Semifinalists.
![Dr. Deagle presenting at the September 2023 Board of Education Meeting.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695656943/gahannaschoolsorg/zgw5pjsu1qd2qbybqffa/ScreenShot2023-09-25at114423AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695656943/gahannaschoolsorg/zgw5pjsu1qd2qbybqffa/ScreenShot2023-09-25at114423AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695656943/gahannaschoolsorg/zgw5pjsu1qd2qbybqffa/ScreenShot2023-09-25at114423AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695656943/gahannaschoolsorg/zgw5pjsu1qd2qbybqffa/ScreenShot2023-09-25at114423AM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695656943/gahannaschoolsorg/zgw5pjsu1qd2qbybqffa/ScreenShot2023-09-25at114423AM.png","width":1255}])
A video message from Dr. Deagle at the September 2023 Board of Education Meeting addressing our educational environment.
![Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools and Ohio's Dyslexia Law Title Slide]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695652619/gahannaschoolsorg/lopic8pbrflwgdse1l2d/ScreenShot2023-09-25at102422AM.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695652619/gahannaschoolsorg/lopic8pbrflwgdse1l2d/ScreenShot2023-09-25at102422AM.jpg","width":350}])
Brief overview of Ohio's Dyslexia Law and our work in GJPS.
![Phase Two Construction Update]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695407780/gahannaschoolsorg/pm9m0sromrf21ymwlfhz/P1910069.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695407780/gahannaschoolsorg/pm9m0sromrf21ymwlfhz/P1910069.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695407780/gahannaschoolsorg/pm9m0sromrf21ymwlfhz/P1910069.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695407780/gahannaschoolsorg/pm9m0sromrf21ymwlfhz/P1910069.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1695407780/gahannaschoolsorg/pm9m0sromrf21ymwlfhz/P1910069.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695407780/gahannaschoolsorg/pm9m0sromrf21ymwlfhz/P1910069.jpg","width":2048}])
Throughout the summer, work has continued on the site for the new Gahanna Lincoln High School.
![GLHS football players with a blue overlay and the G logo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695844188/gahannaschoolsorg/tv75x8ofdrqtbumu4yg4/ScreenShot2023-09-27at34624PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695844188/gahannaschoolsorg/tv75x8ofdrqtbumu4yg4/ScreenShot2023-09-27at34624PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695844188/gahannaschoolsorg/tv75x8ofdrqtbumu4yg4/ScreenShot2023-09-27at34624PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695844188/gahannaschoolsorg/tv75x8ofdrqtbumu4yg4/ScreenShot2023-09-27at34624PM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1695844188/gahannaschoolsorg/tv75x8ofdrqtbumu4yg4/ScreenShot2023-09-27at34624PM.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1695844188/gahannaschoolsorg/tv75x8ofdrqtbumu4yg4/ScreenShot2023-09-27at34624PM.png","width":2200}])
Enjoy this video shown at the GLHS stadium opening on September 1, 2023.
![New stadium video score board with welcome messag.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695055791/gahannaschoolsorg/pbmh9cpekkmang6xqkg4/IMG_9589.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695055791/gahannaschoolsorg/pbmh9cpekkmang6xqkg4/IMG_9589.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695055791/gahannaschoolsorg/pbmh9cpekkmang6xqkg4/IMG_9589.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695055791/gahannaschoolsorg/pbmh9cpekkmang6xqkg4/IMG_9589.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1695055791/gahannaschoolsorg/pbmh9cpekkmang6xqkg4/IMG_9589.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1695055791/gahannaschoolsorg/pbmh9cpekkmang6xqkg4/IMG_9589.jpg","width":2200}])
Enjoy highlights from the grand opening of our new GLHS athletic stadium.
![6 students pose in front of GLHS.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694464522/gahannaschoolsorg/qzshhdgbia4kvebwmsah/D5C55003-02B6-4049-A91E-B97307A03520.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694464522/gahannaschoolsorg/qzshhdgbia4kvebwmsah/D5C55003-02B6-4049-A91E-B97307A03520.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694464522/gahannaschoolsorg/qzshhdgbia4kvebwmsah/D5C55003-02B6-4049-A91E-B97307A03520.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1694464522/gahannaschoolsorg/qzshhdgbia4kvebwmsah/D5C55003-02B6-4049-A91E-B97307A03520.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1694464522/gahannaschoolsorg/qzshhdgbia4kvebwmsah/D5C55003-02B6-4049-A91E-B97307A03520.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1694464522/gahannaschoolsorg/qzshhdgbia4kvebwmsah/D5C55003-02B6-4049-A91E-B97307A03520.jpg","width":2200}])
Nine GLHS students earned recognition for high performance.
![Ohio Teacher of the Year Recognition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694125162/gahannaschoolsorg/vjt4tbjnbelfrb1f4r4v/MarkOTOY.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694125162/gahannaschoolsorg/vjt4tbjnbelfrb1f4r4v/MarkOTOY.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694125162/gahannaschoolsorg/vjt4tbjnbelfrb1f4r4v/MarkOTOY.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1694125162/gahannaschoolsorg/vjt4tbjnbelfrb1f4r4v/MarkOTOY.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1694125162/gahannaschoolsorg/vjt4tbjnbelfrb1f4r4v/MarkOTOY.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1694125162/gahannaschoolsorg/vjt4tbjnbelfrb1f4r4v/MarkOTOY.jpg","width":2200}])
Congratulations to Mr. Mark Lowrie, Gahanna Lincoln High School broadcast journalism teacher, for being named the Ohio Department of Education 2024 Ohio Teacher of the Year!
![School lunch on a plate .]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693595042/gahannaschoolsorg/wxx9armjysejycjtbaab/SubMeal-01.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693595042/gahannaschoolsorg/wxx9armjysejycjtbaab/SubMeal-01.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693595042/gahannaschoolsorg/wxx9armjysejycjtbaab/SubMeal-01.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1693595042/gahannaschoolsorg/wxx9armjysejycjtbaab/SubMeal-01.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1693595042/gahannaschoolsorg/wxx9armjysejycjtbaab/SubMeal-01.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1693595042/gahannaschoolsorg/wxx9armjysejycjtbaab/SubMeal-01.jpg","width":2200}])
Read about changes to GJPS meal charge procedure.
![Gahanna Lincoln Football Stadium]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693489437/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqqy6rxzulccsogefxg/IMG_5193.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693489437/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqqy6rxzulccsogefxg/IMG_5193.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693489437/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqqy6rxzulccsogefxg/IMG_5193.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1693489437/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqqy6rxzulccsogefxg/IMG_5193.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1693489437/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqqy6rxzulccsogefxg/IMG_5193.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1693489437/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqqy6rxzulccsogefxg/IMG_5193.jpg","width":2200}])
Our fall sports season is underway, and we hope you can come out to watch our student-athletes compete when you have a chance.
![Superintendent Deagle and Gahanna Police Chief Spence stand in front of school bus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1692800324/gahannaschoolsorg/q9r3rq5gfh0bifdx0l9m/PedSafety.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1692800324/gahannaschoolsorg/q9r3rq5gfh0bifdx0l9m/PedSafety.jpg","width":350}])
Superintendent Dr. Tracey Deagle and Gahanna Division of Police Chief Jeff Spence offer pointers for drivers and pedestrians.
![Austin Wolfe Posing with his red ribbon]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1692106574/gahannaschoolsorg/uvjairky3fzmrsqpazpg/AustinWolfeforWeb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1692106574/gahannaschoolsorg/uvjairky3fzmrsqpazpg/AustinWolfeforWeb.png","width":360}])
![Headshot of Jaila Watkins]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689616715/gahannaschoolsorg/hgkgkrvyjmb7iesukaln/SafetyCouncil2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689616715/gahannaschoolsorg/hgkgkrvyjmb7iesukaln/SafetyCouncil2.jpg","width":350}])
Ohio School Safety Center names 16 students to advisory council.
![News to Know Updates Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689686025/gahannaschoolsorg/ozjfjbcssxxf7bvpi5kp/NewsToKnowUpdates-01.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689686025/gahannaschoolsorg/ozjfjbcssxxf7bvpi5kp/NewsToKnowUpdates-01.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689686025/gahannaschoolsorg/ozjfjbcssxxf7bvpi5kp/NewsToKnowUpdates-01.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1689686025/gahannaschoolsorg/ozjfjbcssxxf7bvpi5kp/NewsToKnowUpdates-01.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689686025/gahannaschoolsorg/ozjfjbcssxxf7bvpi5kp/NewsToKnowUpdates-01.jpg","width":1459}])
Information wrap up for week ending June 9, 2023.
![Three Girls work with circuits from Grant]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689687193/gahannaschoolsorg/pxdnrxejijsykvpqirau/LEGrnt.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689687193/gahannaschoolsorg/pxdnrxejijsykvpqirau/LEGrnt.jpg","width":350}])
Lincoln Elementary teacher was awarded an AEP Teacher Vision Grant.