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Middle School East
730 Clotts Road
Gahanna, OH 43230
Phone: (614) 478-5550
Main Fax: (614) 413-3466
School Hours
9:05 a.m.-3:50 p.m.
Student Absence
(614)478-5550
School Nurse
Aubrey Heckman BSN, RN
Megan Kirsten
Principal
Laura Montgomery
Assistant Principal
Melissa Hinds
Secretary
Loni Williams
School Counselor (A - L)
Bobby Burt
School Counselor (M - Z)
Welcome October
Cooler Days and Plenty of Happenings at Middle School East
October is here, bringing cooler mornings, colorful leaves, and a full calendar of learning, activities, and fall traditions at Middle School East.
The school year is hitting its stride and there's plenty to enjoy along the way. Here's to a great month filled with learning and a little fall fun!
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Welcome to the heart of learning and discovery at Middle School East. We are all about exciting lessons, engaging activities and building a strong community. Check out our website to explore the awesome opportunities waiting for you and join us for an enriching journey through the middle school years!
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Sixth Grade 2026-27 Supply List (PDF)
Seventh Grade 2026-27 Supply List (PDF)
Seventh/Eighth Grade 2026-27 Related Arts Supply List (PDF)
Eighth Grade 2026-27 Supply List (PDF)
ESS or FSS - Support Services 2026-27 Supply Lists (PDF)
MSE Eighth Grade Success Fair
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LATEST NEWS
![Three smiling Gahanna Lincoln High School students stand together in a bright school common area.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1791319503/gahannaschoolsorg/jhfpmmm4xmictqueflfn/CommendedScholars.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1791319503/gahannaschoolsorg/jhfpmmm4xmictqueflfn/CommendedScholars.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1791319503/gahannaschoolsorg/jhfpmmm4xmictqueflfn/CommendedScholars.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1791319503/gahannaschoolsorg/jhfpmmm4xmictqueflfn/CommendedScholars.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1791319503/gahannaschoolsorg/jhfpmmm4xmictqueflfn/CommendedScholars.jpg","width":1450}])
Three seniors were honored as Commended Scholars.
![Three smiling students wear stethoscopes and hold the chest pieces over their hearts.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1791315229/gahannaschoolsorg/udoeofkr21cm3npy3zox/BLHeart.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1791315229/gahannaschoolsorg/udoeofkr21cm3npy3zox/BLHeart.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1791315229/gahannaschoolsorg/udoeofkr21cm3npy3zox/BLHeart.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1791315229/gahannaschoolsorg/udoeofkr21cm3npy3zox/BLHeart.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1791315229/gahannaschoolsorg/udoeofkr21cm3npy3zox/BLHeart.jpg","width":1450}])
Fourth graders explore the circulatory system through hands-on experience.
![Six adults pose together at a GJPS recognition event, with one woman holding an award plaque.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1791301245/gahannaschoolsorg/e2hc2erx4jddlh6btg2v/LKastner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1791301245/gahannaschoolsorg/e2hc2erx4jddlh6btg2v/LKastner.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1791301245/gahannaschoolsorg/e2hc2erx4jddlh6btg2v/LKastner.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1791301245/gahannaschoolsorg/e2hc2erx4jddlh6btg2v/LKastner.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1791301245/gahannaschoolsorg/e2hc2erx4jddlh6btg2v/LKastner.jpg","width":1450}])
Celebrating 40 years of service to GJPS.
![Four high school students smile beside a bronze lion statue outside their school.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790713200/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqbjhlrtndf9ngrwscv/NationalMeritSemiThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790713200/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqbjhlrtndf9ngrwscv/NationalMeritSemiThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790713200/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqbjhlrtndf9ngrwscv/NationalMeritSemiThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1790713200/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqbjhlrtndf9ngrwscv/NationalMeritSemiThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790713200/gahannaschoolsorg/pxqbjhlrtndf9ngrwscv/NationalMeritSemiThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
Four named National Merit Semifinalists.
![Graphic for Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools’ 2025-26 State Report Card featuring four gold stars and the text “Exceeds State Standards.”]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1789758695/gahannaschoolsorg/ur6d5xdv1nycx5ql5mha/FourStarTumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1789758695/gahannaschoolsorg/ur6d5xdv1nycx5ql5mha/FourStarTumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1789758695/gahannaschoolsorg/ur6d5xdv1nycx5ql5mha/FourStarTumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1789758695/gahannaschoolsorg/ur6d5xdv1nycx5ql5mha/FourStarTumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1789758695/gahannaschoolsorg/ur6d5xdv1nycx5ql5mha/FourStarTumb.jpg","width":1450}])
District celebrates growth in key areas.
![Green oval with the words "Infinite Campus" in white lettering]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787936789/gahannaschoolsorg/jcsajnupcyni0h3hkucj/IC.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787936789/gahannaschoolsorg/jcsajnupcyni0h3hkucj/IC.png","width":512}])
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![Three women examine old newspapers, documents and a weathered metal container spread across a conference table.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1785331675/gahannaschoolsorg/sumpysk98c1fbmfdxacp/TimeCapsuleThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1785331675/gahannaschoolsorg/sumpysk98c1fbmfdxacp/TimeCapsuleThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1785331675/gahannaschoolsorg/sumpysk98c1fbmfdxacp/TimeCapsuleThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1785331675/gahannaschoolsorg/sumpysk98c1fbmfdxacp/TimeCapsuleThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1785331675/gahannaschoolsorg/sumpysk98c1fbmfdxacp/TimeCapsuleThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
A surprise discovery connects GLHS to its past.
![Group of nine school district staff members standing indoors with a woman holding an Ohio Auditor of State Award certificate. The group smiles for a photo in front of banners highlighting academics, the arts and athletics.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782240862/gahannaschoolsorg/oxlawuvrj3ie7w4hvya1/FinanceAwardThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782240862/gahannaschoolsorg/oxlawuvrj3ie7w4hvya1/FinanceAwardThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782240862/gahannaschoolsorg/oxlawuvrj3ie7w4hvya1/FinanceAwardThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782240862/gahannaschoolsorg/oxlawuvrj3ie7w4hvya1/FinanceAwardThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782240862/gahannaschoolsorg/oxlawuvrj3ie7w4hvya1/FinanceAwardThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
GJPS recognized for fiscal accountability and transparency.
![Group photo of 10 adults standing in a meeting room during an awards presentation, with four recipients holding certificates and others posing alongside them.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782236793/gahannaschoolsorg/wk3ooancofgdk1h1vfeg/BusinessHonorRoll.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782236793/gahannaschoolsorg/wk3ooancofgdk1h1vfeg/BusinessHonorRoll.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782236793/gahannaschoolsorg/wk3ooancofgdk1h1vfeg/BusinessHonorRoll.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782236793/gahannaschoolsorg/wk3ooancofgdk1h1vfeg/BusinessHonorRoll.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782236793/gahannaschoolsorg/wk3ooancofgdk1h1vfeg/BusinessHonorRoll.jpg","width":1450}])
Five business partners honored.
![Students browse an indoor farmers market display stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables, choosing items to place in paper bags.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782227338/gahannaschoolsorg/vkvwbkk1eobm3gbtgobq/FarmersThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782227338/gahannaschoolsorg/vkvwbkk1eobm3gbtgobq/FarmersThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782227338/gahannaschoolsorg/vkvwbkk1eobm3gbtgobq/FarmersThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782227338/gahannaschoolsorg/vkvwbkk1eobm3gbtgobq/FarmersThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782227338/gahannaschoolsorg/vkvwbkk1eobm3gbtgobq/FarmersThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
Students explore healthy choices through $4,000 grant.
![Two students work on stained glass art projects in a classroom, carefully shaping and assembling colorful glass pieces at a table with tools and design sketches nearby.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780494968/gahannaschoolsorg/jnuk83okn48pwcohda88/StainedGlassThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780494968/gahannaschoolsorg/jnuk83okn48pwcohda88/StainedGlassThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780494968/gahannaschoolsorg/jnuk83okn48pwcohda88/StainedGlassThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780494968/gahannaschoolsorg/jnuk83okn48pwcohda88/StainedGlassThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780494968/gahannaschoolsorg/jnuk83okn48pwcohda88/StainedGlassThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
Students learn the art of stained glass at GLHS.
![GJPS In Focus graphic with a circular blue digital design and the Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools logo and tagline “Inspiring Learners, Building Futures.”]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762464351/gahannaschoolsorg/ypiipdzfvtixueel4itr/InFocus.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762464351/gahannaschoolsorg/ypiipdzfvtixueel4itr/InFocus.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762464351/gahannaschoolsorg/ypiipdzfvtixueel4itr/InFocus.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762464351/gahannaschoolsorg/ypiipdzfvtixueel4itr/InFocus.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762464351/gahannaschoolsorg/ypiipdzfvtixueel4itr/InFocus.jpg","width":1450}])
Learner Profile in the Classroom: Success Fair
![Wide view of the Gahanna Lincoln High School Class of 2026 graduation ceremony with graduates in blue caps and gowns seated inside a large arena facing the stage and GLHS banner.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779987695/gahannaschoolsorg/pcdina8u9ujywacrvaju/GraduationThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779987695/gahannaschoolsorg/pcdina8u9ujywacrvaju/GraduationThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779987695/gahannaschoolsorg/pcdina8u9ujywacrvaju/GraduationThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779987695/gahannaschoolsorg/pcdina8u9ujywacrvaju/GraduationThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779987695/gahannaschoolsorg/pcdina8u9ujywacrvaju/GraduationThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
Congratulations GLHS Class of 2026.
![Superintendent Dr. Tracey Deagle stands in front of bookshelves in a school library while speaking to the camera.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780498253/gahannaschoolsorg/ggc9atgojaqoyupc6qoy/EndYearMessageThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780498253/gahannaschoolsorg/ggc9atgojaqoyupc6qoy/EndYearMessageThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780498253/gahannaschoolsorg/ggc9atgojaqoyupc6qoy/EndYearMessageThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780498253/gahannaschoolsorg/ggc9atgojaqoyupc6qoy/EndYearMessageThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780498253/gahannaschoolsorg/ggc9atgojaqoyupc6qoy/EndYearMessageThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
Superintendent Dr. Tracey Deagle reflects on the 2025-26 school year.
![Four students stand side by side holding certificates after completing an automotive maintenance pre-apprentice program.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779914278/gahannaschoolsorg/vzk0fhxuqydf2uxau7p2/AutomotiveThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779914278/gahannaschoolsorg/vzk0fhxuqydf2uxau7p2/AutomotiveThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779914278/gahannaschoolsorg/vzk0fhxuqydf2uxau7p2/AutomotiveThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779914278/gahannaschoolsorg/vzk0fhxuqydf2uxau7p2/AutomotiveThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779914278/gahannaschoolsorg/vzk0fhxuqydf2uxau7p2/AutomotiveThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
Four students completed a yearlong, hands-on training in automotive maintenance and repair.