Blacklick News
2023-24 Blacklick Weekly Newsletters
District News & Updates
![School Start Times Project Update]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700253060/gahannaschoolsorg/cdoxbvnv7icu9mwaua0g/Clock.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700253060/gahannaschoolsorg/cdoxbvnv7icu9mwaua0g/Clock.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700253060/gahannaschoolsorg/cdoxbvnv7icu9mwaua0g/Clock.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1700253060/gahannaschoolsorg/cdoxbvnv7icu9mwaua0g/Clock.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1700253060/gahannaschoolsorg/cdoxbvnv7icu9mwaua0g/Clock.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1700253060/gahannaschoolsorg/cdoxbvnv7icu9mwaua0g/Clock.jpg","width":2200}])
The school start time project is nearing completion.
![GLHS Student at Eastland-Fairfield Shines in Spectrum Internship]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700146248/gahannaschoolsorg/zzqihydrj1yfvvnkq7lo/HI6A7933.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700146248/gahannaschoolsorg/zzqihydrj1yfvvnkq7lo/HI6A7933.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700146248/gahannaschoolsorg/zzqihydrj1yfvvnkq7lo/HI6A7933.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1700146248/gahannaschoolsorg/zzqihydrj1yfvvnkq7lo/HI6A7933.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1700146248/gahannaschoolsorg/zzqihydrj1yfvvnkq7lo/HI6A7933.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1700146248/gahannaschoolsorg/zzqihydrj1yfvvnkq7lo/HI6A7933.jpg","width":2200}])
Four EFCTS students in the Programming & Software Development program recently “cracked the code” to success by gaining valuable work experience in their field of study.
![Welcome sign for Jefferson Elementary Culture Night.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700144547/gahannaschoolsorg/cjs8apx3gurjvo7wtc1a/DJI_20231114_180847_492.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700144547/gahannaschoolsorg/cjs8apx3gurjvo7wtc1a/DJI_20231114_180847_492.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700144547/gahannaschoolsorg/cjs8apx3gurjvo7wtc1a/DJI_20231114_180847_492.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1700144547/gahannaschoolsorg/cjs8apx3gurjvo7wtc1a/DJI_20231114_180847_492.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1700144547/gahannaschoolsorg/cjs8apx3gurjvo7wtc1a/DJI_20231114_180847_492.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1700144547/gahannaschoolsorg/cjs8apx3gurjvo7wtc1a/DJI_20231114_180847_492.jpg","width":2200}])
Highlights from the Jefferson Elementary Culture Night.
![Flags posted in the ground around Chapelfield Elementary's spirit rock.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699976298/gahannaschoolsorg/uzgtmfjrwoscv0av8lo0/IMG_78211.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699976298/gahannaschoolsorg/uzgtmfjrwoscv0av8lo0/IMG_78211.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1699976298/gahannaschoolsorg/uzgtmfjrwoscv0av8lo0/IMG_78211.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1699976298/gahannaschoolsorg/uzgtmfjrwoscv0av8lo0/IMG_78211.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1699976298/gahannaschoolsorg/uzgtmfjrwoscv0av8lo0/IMG_78211.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1699976298/gahannaschoolsorg/uzgtmfjrwoscv0av8lo0/IMG_78211.jpg","width":2200}])
Enjoy these highlights from some of our Veterans Day celebrations across the District.
![GJPS Adopts TalkingPoint District-wide]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699977251/gahannaschoolsorg/lxjzfbdtebvdycfv3vwz/TalkingPointsLogo.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699977251/gahannaschoolsorg/lxjzfbdtebvdycfv3vwz/TalkingPointsLogo.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1699977251/gahannaschoolsorg/lxjzfbdtebvdycfv3vwz/TalkingPointsLogo.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699977251/gahannaschoolsorg/lxjzfbdtebvdycfv3vwz/TalkingPointsLogo.jpg","width":1200}])
Learn about the District's new two-way communication tool.
![Two GJPS mental health coordinators speak with Fox news.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1698774292/gahannaschoolsorg/zipprygqcrkziybvvh5w/ScreenShot2023-10-31at11910PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1698774292/gahannaschoolsorg/zipprygqcrkziybvvh5w/ScreenShot2023-10-31at11910PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1698774292/gahannaschoolsorg/zipprygqcrkziybvvh5w/ScreenShot2023-10-31at11910PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1698774292/gahannaschoolsorg/zipprygqcrkziybvvh5w/ScreenShot2023-10-31at11910PM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1698774292/gahannaschoolsorg/zipprygqcrkziybvvh5w/ScreenShot2023-10-31at11910PM.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1698774292/gahannaschoolsorg/zipprygqcrkziybvvh5w/ScreenShot2023-10-31at11910PM.png","width":1930}])
ADAMH focuses on school-based prevention at GJPS.
![GLHS Orchestra performing at Walt Disney World]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1698180361/gahannaschoolsorg/invuowytvrmqhfmvz7h9/GAHANNAORCHESTRASLIVEfromWAltDisneyWorld2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1698180361/gahannaschoolsorg/invuowytvrmqhfmvz7h9/GAHANNAORCHESTRASLIVEfromWAltDisneyWorld2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1698180361/gahannaschoolsorg/invuowytvrmqhfmvz7h9/GAHANNAORCHESTRASLIVEfromWAltDisneyWorld2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1698180361/gahannaschoolsorg/invuowytvrmqhfmvz7h9/GAHANNAORCHESTRASLIVEfromWAltDisneyWorld2.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1698180361/gahannaschoolsorg/invuowytvrmqhfmvz7h9/GAHANNAORCHESTRASLIVEfromWAltDisneyWorld2.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1698180361/gahannaschoolsorg/invuowytvrmqhfmvz7h9/GAHANNAORCHESTRASLIVEfromWAltDisneyWorld2.png","width":1920}])
Relive the excitement of our GLHS orchestra performing at Walt Disney World over the summer!
![Four students who organized a blood drive for HOSA.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1698854692/gahannaschoolsorg/prubr0jpdmkfbppfsfu1/HoisaBlooddrive.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1698854692/gahannaschoolsorg/prubr0jpdmkfbppfsfu1/HoisaBlooddrive.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1698854692/gahannaschoolsorg/prubr0jpdmkfbppfsfu1/HoisaBlooddrive.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1698854692/gahannaschoolsorg/prubr0jpdmkfbppfsfu1/HoisaBlooddrive.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1698854692/gahannaschoolsorg/prubr0jpdmkfbppfsfu1/HoisaBlooddrive.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1698854692/gahannaschoolsorg/prubr0jpdmkfbppfsfu1/HoisaBlooddrive.jpg","width":2200}])
GLHS students increase awareness of donating blood.
![Student making pretend goggles with his fingers.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1697129837/gahannaschoolsorg/fz8pchticz3yja7lyaww/DJI_20230927_102444_389.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1697129837/gahannaschoolsorg/fz8pchticz3yja7lyaww/DJI_20230927_102444_389.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1697129837/gahannaschoolsorg/fz8pchticz3yja7lyaww/DJI_20230927_102444_389.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1697129837/gahannaschoolsorg/fz8pchticz3yja7lyaww/DJI_20230927_102444_389.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1697129837/gahannaschoolsorg/fz8pchticz3yja7lyaww/DJI_20230927_102444_389.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1697129837/gahannaschoolsorg/fz8pchticz3yja7lyaww/DJI_20230927_102444_389.jpg","width":2200}])
Our youngest LIONS enjoy a day of learning and growing!
![Group of Niagara Cares ready to volunteer.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696622523/gahannaschoolsorg/slpt7igsclo7wi9lqiy9/IMG_7121.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1696622523/gahannaschoolsorg/slpt7igsclo7wi9lqiy9/IMG_7121.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1696622523/gahannaschoolsorg/slpt7igsclo7wi9lqiy9/IMG_7121.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1696622523/gahannaschoolsorg/slpt7igsclo7wi9lqiy9/IMG_7121.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1696622523/gahannaschoolsorg/slpt7igsclo7wi9lqiy9/IMG_7121.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1696622523/gahannaschoolsorg/slpt7igsclo7wi9lqiy9/IMG_7121.jpg","width":2200}])
Niagara Cares and the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation gave their time and talents to provide Middle School West with a fresh look.
![Three girls from Royal Manor give a thumbs up at the park.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696366001/gahannaschoolsorg/nexjb3sbivs3ftsyavse/DJI_20230929_103024_776.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1696366001/gahannaschoolsorg/nexjb3sbivs3ftsyavse/DJI_20230929_103024_776.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1696366001/gahannaschoolsorg/nexjb3sbivs3ftsyavse/DJI_20230929_103024_776.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1696366001/gahannaschoolsorg/nexjb3sbivs3ftsyavse/DJI_20230929_103024_776.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1696366001/gahannaschoolsorg/nexjb3sbivs3ftsyavse/DJI_20230929_103024_776.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1696366001/gahannaschoolsorg/nexjb3sbivs3ftsyavse/DJI_20230929_103024_776.jpg","width":2200}])
Second and fourth-grade students at Royal Manor Elementary walked with their new "buddies" to Sunpoint Park for a morning of fun, friendship and frozen treats.
![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.