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Middle School West
350 N. Stygler Road
Gahanna, OH 43230
Phone: (614) 478-5570
Main Fax: (614) 413-3907
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9:05 a.m.-3:50 p.m.
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mswattendance@gjps.org
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Angela Gunther RN, BSN, LSN
Kiev LaMarr
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Anntara Guenther
Assistant Principal
Temela White
Secretary
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LATEST NEWS
![Middle School Robotics Team poses with their trophy.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737560725/gahannaschoolsorg/xajlyb2mffu0p9f6uocu/5737742017016266541.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737560725/gahannaschoolsorg/xajlyb2mffu0p9f6uocu/5737742017016266541.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737560725/gahannaschoolsorg/xajlyb2mffu0p9f6uocu/5737742017016266541.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737560725/gahannaschoolsorg/xajlyb2mffu0p9f6uocu/5737742017016266541.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737560725/gahannaschoolsorg/xajlyb2mffu0p9f6uocu/5737742017016266541.jpg","width":1254}])
Middle School Robotics Team secures first place at competition.
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Middle School West students enjoyed a hands-on learning experience at North Market.
![Shelbi Toone (Class of 2004), Scott Schmidt (Class of 1993), and Rod Johnson (Class of 1965)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733338488/gahannaschoolsorg/jsnc1bybozmg02v14ddy/HoF.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733338488/gahannaschoolsorg/jsnc1bybozmg02v14ddy/HoF.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733338488/gahannaschoolsorg/jsnc1bybozmg02v14ddy/HoF.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733338488/gahannaschoolsorg/jsnc1bybozmg02v14ddy/HoF.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733338488/gahannaschoolsorg/jsnc1bybozmg02v14ddy/HoF.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733338488/gahannaschoolsorg/jsnc1bybozmg02v14ddy/HoF.jpg","width":1920}])
GLHS inducts three to Hall of Fame.
![Patty Brohard (retired Goshen Lane Elementary teacher), Linda Green (retired GJPS Child Nutrition Supervisor), and Aimee Amer (GJPS and GJEF Volunteer ).]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733338962/gahannaschoolsorg/ue5mx9gdjyjz4okc9h2l/Cornerstone.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733338962/gahannaschoolsorg/ue5mx9gdjyjz4okc9h2l/Cornerstone.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733338962/gahannaschoolsorg/ue5mx9gdjyjz4okc9h2l/Cornerstone.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733338962/gahannaschoolsorg/ue5mx9gdjyjz4okc9h2l/Cornerstone.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733338962/gahannaschoolsorg/ue5mx9gdjyjz4okc9h2l/Cornerstone.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733338962/gahannaschoolsorg/ue5mx9gdjyjz4okc9h2l/Cornerstone.jpg","width":1920}])
GJEF honors three with Dale Foor Cornerstone Award.
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Highlights from a visit to Blacklick Elementary, Fall 2024.
![Lots of mini American flags displayed outside Gahanna Lincoln High School.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731622727/gahannaschoolsorg/qfdgf9xvdyn2qno8b6xx/IMG_1389.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731622727/gahannaschoolsorg/qfdgf9xvdyn2qno8b6xx/IMG_1389.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731622727/gahannaschoolsorg/qfdgf9xvdyn2qno8b6xx/IMG_1389.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731622727/gahannaschoolsorg/qfdgf9xvdyn2qno8b6xx/IMG_1389.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1731622727/gahannaschoolsorg/qfdgf9xvdyn2qno8b6xx/IMG_1389.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1731622727/gahannaschoolsorg/qfdgf9xvdyn2qno8b6xx/IMG_1389.jpg","width":2200}])
With respect and gratitude, we honor our veterans!
![Mark Lowrie pointing to his session on a convention schedule.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731612306/gahannaschoolsorg/adn4k5bxokrxj4uzdsw5/IMG_5620.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731612306/gahannaschoolsorg/adn4k5bxokrxj4uzdsw5/IMG_5620.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731612306/gahannaschoolsorg/adn4k5bxokrxj4uzdsw5/IMG_5620.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731612306/gahannaschoolsorg/adn4k5bxokrxj4uzdsw5/IMG_5620.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1731612306/gahannaschoolsorg/adn4k5bxokrxj4uzdsw5/IMG_5620.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1731612306/gahannaschoolsorg/adn4k5bxokrxj4uzdsw5/IMG_5620.jpg","width":2200}])
GLHS teacher shares expertise an a national stage.
![Students and teacher working in a classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731610756/gahannaschoolsorg/kaqomdn77ot0fx9b5r36/Screenshot2024-11-14at13949PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731610756/gahannaschoolsorg/kaqomdn77ot0fx9b5r36/Screenshot2024-11-14at13949PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731610756/gahannaschoolsorg/kaqomdn77ot0fx9b5r36/Screenshot2024-11-14at13949PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731610756/gahannaschoolsorg/kaqomdn77ot0fx9b5r36/Screenshot2024-11-14at13949PM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1731610756/gahannaschoolsorg/kaqomdn77ot0fx9b5r36/Screenshot2024-11-14at13949PM.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1731610756/gahannaschoolsorg/kaqomdn77ot0fx9b5r36/Screenshot2024-11-14at13949PM.png","width":2200}])
Here are some thoughts on the new block scheduling at GLHS.
![ESS Staff group picture dressed like lifeguards.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731610551/gahannaschoolsorg/zjs0p2siisztzghlw0v2/IMG_8258.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731610551/gahannaschoolsorg/zjs0p2siisztzghlw0v2/IMG_8258.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731610551/gahannaschoolsorg/zjs0p2siisztzghlw0v2/IMG_8258.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731610551/gahannaschoolsorg/zjs0p2siisztzghlw0v2/IMG_8258.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1731610551/gahannaschoolsorg/zjs0p2siisztzghlw0v2/IMG_8258.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1731610551/gahannaschoolsorg/zjs0p2siisztzghlw0v2/IMG_8258.jpg","width":2200}])
Enjoy highlights from the annual ESS Halloween Party at GLHS.
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Here are just a few of our Veterans Day celebrations around GJPS.
![Three boys sitting on carpet working on laptops.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731608821/gahannaschoolsorg/iobo2in3flucgfqlhfcu/5E965BC9-8D24-4AF0-8A9A-47113D7DB20E.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731608821/gahannaschoolsorg/iobo2in3flucgfqlhfcu/5E965BC9-8D24-4AF0-8A9A-47113D7DB20E.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731608821/gahannaschoolsorg/iobo2in3flucgfqlhfcu/5E965BC9-8D24-4AF0-8A9A-47113D7DB20E.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731608821/gahannaschoolsorg/iobo2in3flucgfqlhfcu/5E965BC9-8D24-4AF0-8A9A-47113D7DB20E.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1731608821/gahannaschoolsorg/iobo2in3flucgfqlhfcu/5E965BC9-8D24-4AF0-8A9A-47113D7DB20E.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1731608821/gahannaschoolsorg/iobo2in3flucgfqlhfcu/5E965BC9-8D24-4AF0-8A9A-47113D7DB20E.jpg","width":2200}])
We love the smiles at High Point Elementary during a recent visit.
![Four Government teachers pose in front to room during their presentation.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730737795/gahannaschoolsorg/ot0otldbhuf3nhbetuw5/OCSSfullteamshot.heic","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730737795/gahannaschoolsorg/ot0otldbhuf3nhbetuw5/OCSSfullteamshot.heic","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730737795/gahannaschoolsorg/ot0otldbhuf3nhbetuw5/OCSSfullteamshot.heic","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730737795/gahannaschoolsorg/ot0otldbhuf3nhbetuw5/OCSSfullteamshot.heic","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1730737795/gahannaschoolsorg/ot0otldbhuf3nhbetuw5/OCSSfullteamshot.heic","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1730737795/gahannaschoolsorg/ot0otldbhuf3nhbetuw5/OCSSfullteamshot.heic","width":2200}])
GLHS teachers present at Social Studies Conference
![Group of 7 leaders stand behind the new communication board at Sunpoint Park]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730310706/gahannaschoolsorg/h1de8ejg7utelw8oehds/Comms3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730310706/gahannaschoolsorg/h1de8ejg7utelw8oehds/Comms3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730310706/gahannaschoolsorg/h1de8ejg7utelw8oehds/Comms3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730310706/gahannaschoolsorg/h1de8ejg7utelw8oehds/Comms3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730310706/gahannaschoolsorg/h1de8ejg7utelw8oehds/Comms3.jpg","width":1500}])
GJPS Celebrates New Communication Boards in Gahanna Parks
![Group shot of Lincoln Live Studio Crew]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729799486/gahannaschoolsorg/gih8r9awgnccc2lflvef/461964932_526809880133470_1093398127915606181_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729799486/gahannaschoolsorg/gih8r9awgnccc2lflvef/461964932_526809880133470_1093398127915606181_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729799486/gahannaschoolsorg/gih8r9awgnccc2lflvef/461964932_526809880133470_1093398127915606181_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1729799486/gahannaschoolsorg/gih8r9awgnccc2lflvef/461964932_526809880133470_1093398127915606181_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729799486/gahannaschoolsorg/gih8r9awgnccc2lflvef/461964932_526809880133470_1093398127915606181_n.jpg","width":1486}])
GLHS TV students earn NINE National Student Emmy Nominations!
![Group shot of 2024 NTHS Inductees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729798238/gahannaschoolsorg/dymoal61yp7ktxqzjl1o/HI6A4350.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729798238/gahannaschoolsorg/dymoal61yp7ktxqzjl1o/HI6A4350.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729798238/gahannaschoolsorg/dymoal61yp7ktxqzjl1o/HI6A4350.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1729798238/gahannaschoolsorg/dymoal61yp7ktxqzjl1o/HI6A4350.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1729798238/gahannaschoolsorg/dymoal61yp7ktxqzjl1o/HI6A4350.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1729798238/gahannaschoolsorg/dymoal61yp7ktxqzjl1o/HI6A4350.jpg","width":2200}])
Twenty students inducted into the Fairfield Career Center Chapter.