GEMS

Do you know a family looking for a strong, supportive K–8 school? Your recommendation can make all the difference.

As a valued member of our school community, you’ve seen firsthand what makes our school special—and now is the time to share that experience with others.

Seats are filling up quickly for the 2026–27 school year. We’re inviting you to help us connect with families who are ready to make an important decision about their child’s education.

Please take a moment today to:

• Share information about GEMS with friends, co-workers, and family members

• Encourage them to attend and upcoming Enrollment Information Session!

• Urge them to submit a New Student Online Application as soon as possible to secure consideration

Families with questions or who need support can contact  directly Dia'Tiana Peck at [email protected] or 614-253-4000.

Thank you for being an ambassador for our school. Your voice helps us grow a strong, connected community—and ensures more students have access to the opportunities our school provides.

• Thank you to everyone who came to support our GEMS skate party this past Wednesday. We look forward to more opportunities for us to come together as a community
• Our Habit of the Month is Perseverance. Throughout October, we’ll be encouraging students to keep going when things get difficult, learn from mistakes, and understand that growth takes time. This week, ask your student: What is something you can keep working at, even when it gets hard?
• For our K–5 families, if you haven’t done so already, please sign up for the RCA App. The app allows you to see both the positive points your student is earning and any behavior infractions in real time. If you have not received your login information, please reach out to the school so we can get you connected. We want families celebrating the positives while also partnering with us when students need additional support.
• A few dates and reminders:
  • Help future GEMS families! Encourage them to attend the GEMS Enrollment Information Session this Wednesday, October 7th, from 6:00–7:00 p.m. Thank you for helping us grow the GEMS community!
  • Picture Day is October 22nd, and our Trunk or Treat is October 27th from 6:30- 7:30. We are looking for candy donations as well as those interested in decorating a car trunk and being a part of the event. More information will be coming out this week.
  • Finally, remember that our office and building close to families at 2:30 p.m. each day as we prepare for dismissal. We do not dismiss students after 2:30, and regular dismissal begins at 3:15 p.m. Also, as we enter the season when germs tend to spread more quickly, please help us keep our GEMS community healthy. If your child is sick, please keep them home. Students who have had a fever should be fever-free for at least 24 hours before returning to school. Thank you for helping us keep our students and staff safe and healthy!
• As we focus on perseverance this month, remember: Success doesn’t always mean getting it right the first time. Sometimes success is simply choosing to keep going.
• Thank you for being a part of the GEMS family, and have a great week!

Attention New and Returning Families