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.

• Our Habit of the Month is Perseverance! This month, we are reminding students that challenges are part of learning and that mistakes are opportunities to grow. Encourage your student to keep trying, even when things get difficult.
• Our GEMS Open House is this Wednesday, October 14th, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. We look forward to welcoming our families into the building!
• A few more dates to remember: Picture Day is Thursday, October 22nd, and our Trunk or Treat is Tuesday, October 27th from 6:30- 7:30! We are accepting candy donations and there has also been information sent out on how to sign up to donate your car trunk for the event. If you have any questions, please reach out.
• Also, please mark your calendars! There will be no school on Thursday, October 29th, Friday, October 30th, or Monday, November 2nd, due to professional development for staff and Fall Break for students.
• For our K–5 families, please make sure you are connected to the RCA App. This allows you to see the positive points your student earns as well as behavior infractions. If you have not received your login information, please reach out to the school.
• Families, as we continue through the school year, we want to remind everyone of the importance of respect and collaboration. We may not always agree, but how we communicate and work through challenges matters. Our students are watching and learning from us. When families and staff work together with mutual respect, we create a stronger school community where our students can thrive.
• Finally, as we continue focusing on perseverance, remember: “Progress doesn't happen overnight. It's the small steps we take every day that lead to big changes.”
• Thank you for being a part of the GEMS family, and have a great week!

Attention New and Returning Families