GEMS

Learning Life Skills at GEMSGEMS 8th graders took on the challenge of balancing budgets at Finance Park through Junior Achievement! They were assigned jobs, families, bills, and even loans to manage.
GEMS 8th graders took on the challenge of balancing budgets at Finance Park through Junior Achievement! They were assigned jobs, families, bills, and even loans to manage.
GEMS Students Study BirdsGEMS 1st graders visited the Scioto Audubon Metro Park to launch their study of birds!
GEMS 1st graders visited the Scioto Audubon Metro Park to launch their study of birds!
GEMS Teachers and Staff Members
GEMS Teachers and Staff Members
Reading BuddiesGEMS 7th graders have reading buddies with GEMS 2nd graders!
GEMS 7th graders have reading buddies with GEMS 2nd graders!
GEMS 5th Graders Fieldwork at Mid-Ohio Food Collective5th graders visited the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, where they learned about food insecurity and how small actions can make a big difference in their community.
5th graders visited the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, where they learned about food insecurity and how small actions can make a big difference in their community.
GEMS 6th Graders Fieldwork at Franklin Park Conservatory ?6th graders explored the fascinating world of Carnivorous Plants at the Franklin Park Conservatory, connecting their studies in science to real-world ecosystems.
?6th graders explored the fascinating world of Carnivorous Plants at the Franklin Park Conservatory, connecting their studies in science to real-world ecosystems.
What happens in CREW?GEMS middle school students created their own discussion protocols in CREW.
GEMS middle school students created their own discussion protocols in Crew.
GEMS 7th Graders Work On Podcasts with NPR/WOSU TVGEMS 7th graders toured the NPR/WOSU TV and recording studio as part of their long-term podcasting unit. Students will return to the NPR studio to professionally record their own podcasts, which examine how people impact the environment—and, in turn—how the environment impacts people.
7th graders toured the NPR/WOSU TV and recording studio as part of their long-term podcasting unit. Students will return to the NPR studio to professionally record their own podcasts, which examine how people impact the environment—and, in turn—how the environment impacts people.
GEMS Students Visit Sharon Woods Metro ParkGEMS 3rd grade students visited Sharon Woods Metro Park where they explored the woods and pond in search of living organisms.
GEMS 3rd grade students visited Sharon Woods Metro Park where they explored the woods and pond in search of living organisms.

Upcoming Events

Jan
16

Celebration of Learning

Thu Jan 16 2025
Jan
17

No School - PD Day

Fri Jan 17 2025
Jan
20

No School - M.L. King Jr. Day

Mon Jan 20 2025
Jan
29

Enrollment Information Session

Wed Jan 29 2025
Jan
30

GEMS Family Crew - Movie Night

Thu Jan 30 2025
Feb
12

Enrollment Information Session

Wed Feb 12 2025

News

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Weekly Announcements

January 12, 2025
  • Do you know someone interested in attending GEMS next school year? GEMS is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Please suggest they attend an upcoming Enrollment Information Session to learn more about GEMS. Our next Enrollment Information Session is this Wed. Jan. 15 at 6:00pm at GEMS. Please contact the office with any questions.
  • Attention 8th Grade Families - It is time to start thinking about high school! The Graham Family of Schools comprises GEMS, The Graham School, and The Charles School at Ohio Dominican University. However, an application must be submitted before a GEMS student may be enrolled in either high school. Please join us for Enrollment Information Sessions to talk about high school. The Graham School has an Enrollment Information Session on Tues. Jan. 14 at 6:30pm and The Charles School at Ohio Dominican University has an upcoming Enrollment Information Session on Wed. Jan. 22 at 6:00pm. Please visit our website at www.thegrahamfamilyofschools.org for more information. 
  • Please join us on January 16th from 5:30 to 7:00pm for our Celebration of Learning. Join us as we celebrate as students tell their stories of their learning and reflect on their successes and challenges.  There will also be a performance from our Orchestra.
  • Our Habit Target for the month of January is responsibility- ask your students how they have shown responsibility while in their classroom and within our GEMS community.
  • Please note, that there is no school on January 17th due to a professional development day for staff or January 20th due to the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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Interested in attending GEMS in the 2025-2026 School Year? Enroll Today!

Do you have co-workers, friends, or family members looking for school options for the 2025-2026 school year?
Please contact Anjali Haury at [email protected] or 614-253-4000 with questions.

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Important School Information


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Celebrating Our Growth and Dedication to Excellence

School Report Card (2023-2024 school year)
We are excited to share that the Ohio Department of Education has recently released the 2023-24 Ohio School Report Cards, and our three schools - The Graham School, The Charles School at Ohio Dominican University, and Graham Elementary and Middle School - have much to be proud of! While we recognize that there is work to be done, these results reflect the tremendous progress we’ve made as a community.
 
Highlights:
  • All 3 schools achieved a performance index of achievement that meets or exceeds the requirements that Ohio considers when determining high quality schools.
  • TCS was able to meet the High Quality Charter School funding requirements for the second year in a row and GEMS was able to meet these requirements for the first of two years for qualification. 
  • TGS has met one requirement (performance index) and aims to continue working towards the progress score needed to meet the first year of qualification for High Quality funding. 
  • GEMS & TCS achieved an Overall Rating of 3 stars out of 5 stars. They achieved 4 stars out of 5 stars in Progress.
  • TGS maintained steady scores with overall improvements to the Performance Index and more than doubled their percentages for helping students to be “Prepared for Success” as determined by the state report card.
  • TGS achieved a 4-year graduation rate of 85.4% and a 5-year graduation rate of 90%.
  • TCS more than doubled their Prepared for Success percentage and scored over 60% in their Performance Index for the 2nd year in a row
  • GEMS received an improved Early Literacy rating that almost tripled their improvement rate from last year while continuing to Close the Gap, a 3-year track of progress in this area. 
We know that growth is key to student success, and we are proud that all our schools are making strides toward ensuring every student reaches their potential. The Progress Component in our report cards highlights our students' academic growth year after year and our continued commitment to that work.
 
At the same time, we understand that there are areas where we need to focus our attention, particularly around closing achievement gaps, improving proficiency levels in core academic areas, and improving attendance rates. We remain dedicated to identifying and addressing these needs, with targeted support and interventions to help every student succeed.
 
These achievements are a testament to the hard work, resilience, and commitment of our teachers, staff, and students. We are incredibly proud of the progress our students have made, and we celebrate their growth as they continue to learn and thrive.
 
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making our schools a place of growth, opportunity, and success. We are excited to continue this journey together, building on our progress and striving for excellence in everything we do.
 
Together, we are preparing every student for a bright and successful future!
 
Ed Ingman & James Kutnow
Co-Superintendents
The Graham Family of Schools
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