FRIDAY, AUGUST 6, 2021
WEEKLY WRAP UP
DUE SATURDAY, AUGUST 7, 2021 AT MIDNIGHT
Online Learning Commitment Form
For the 2021-2022 school year, Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools will offer an online learning option for K-12 students. The Ohio Department of Education requires that districts choosing to provide this model include an in-person component in addition to the online curriculum. Details about the online learning model can be found on our GJPS Online Learning Guide.

It is important for families to understand that choosing the online learning model for your student(s) will be a yearlong commitment. Families choosing to opt into the online learning model can make their selection using the GJPS Online Learning Commitment Form which will be open until midnight Saturday, August 7, 2021.

We are looking forward to the new school year and thank you for helping us transition smoothly.  
ANNUAL STUDENT INFORMATION UPDATE
On Infinite Campus
If you have not done so, please complete The Annual Student Information Update in the INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT PORTAL.

The update must be completed for ALL STUDENTS, including students who are newly enrolled in the district for the 2021-22 school year.

Building handbooks are also available on your school's website. We have made updates to the technology and dress code portions of the handbook so please be sure to check those out. 
Monitoring COVID-19 Guidance
We continue monitoring guidance provided to schools from the Ohio Department of Education and local health departments.

We plan to provide updates to our school community on Monday regarding quarantines and other safety protocols.
VIEWS From Around GJPS
Welcome New Teachers and Staff
Teachers and staff new to the district met at Clark Hall this week to learn about all things GJPS during New Staff Orientation. Welcome aboard!
We are so happy you are here!
LINCOLN LIVE Brings Home the Hardware
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Ohio Valley Chapter held its annual Student Production Awards ceremony on Sunday, July 25, 2021. The Ohio Valley Chapter supports future television industry professionals by recognizing the talent and efforts of high school students throughout Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana and Kentucky.

During the virtual ceremony, hosted by anchors and reporters from across the region, GLHS Lincoln Live students were awarded seven Student Production Awards.

COVID-19 Dashboard
Week of July 30 - Aug 5, 2021
CONFIRMED POSITIVE CASES
Students In Buildings: 0
Students Not In Buildings: 1
Staff In Buildings: 0
Staff Not In Buildings: 2

QUARANTINED CASES
Students Quarantined: 22
Staff Quarantined: 0
TOO GOOD To Miss
Don't Forget Your Back to School Photo
We can't wait to see all the photos of our GJPS students heading back to the classroom on Thursday, August 12! So, download and print this official GJPS FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL SIGN for your student to hold while posing for that special photo.

If you post the photo on social media, don't forget to tag it with a #gjpsDay1 hashtag.
Here Comes the Bus App
UPCOMING Events
Aug 12 First Day of School 2021-22
Sept 6 No School - Labor Day
Oct 8 No School - Teacher Comp Day
Oct 11 No School - PD Day
Nov 24-26 Thanksgiving Break
Dec 20 Winter Break Begins

WELCOME NEW TEACHERS AND STAFF
Still Available:BinaxNOW At-Home Rapid Test Kits

We will continue to distribute BinaxNOW At-Home Rapid Test Kits while supplies last. These test kits can be used to detect an active COVID-19 infection. 

You may request kits for:
  • The number of students you have enrolled in Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools in your household
  • Up to 2 parents/guardians per household
  • The number of GJPS staff in your household

Kits are available for pick up for three days after completing the Rapid Test Request Form at the GJPS Administration Building, 160 S. Hamilton Road. Please ring the bell inside the front door for service.

While Supplies Last
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

CHECK Us Out
GJPS has very active Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube accounts.

Please check us out and LIKE US, give us a comment or tweet and SHARE us!

Have a question about something school related? We bet you can find the answer at www.GahannaSchools.org.
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