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Food Justice ExpeditionGEMS 8th grade students visited Jacquemin Farms to continue their Food Justice Expedition. They learned about how Industrial Private Farms function in the state of Ohio.
Food Justice Expedition
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.
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 7th Graders Visit OSUGEMS strives to connect our students with professionals and advocates in the community and provide authentic learning experiences. 7th grade students visited Ohio Stadium to learn how the university manages its zero waste program following game days and campus events.
GEMS strives to connect our students with professionals and advocates in the community and provide authentic learning experiences. 7th grade students visited Ohio Stadium to learn how the university manages its zero waste program following game days and campus events.
GEMS 4th Graders Painted a "Make a Change" MuralIn partnership with Columbus artist Lisa McLymont and CAPA, GEMS 4th grade students painted a mural as part of their poetry expedition. The "Make the Change" mural will be displayed at one of CAPA theaters. Great work 4th grade!
In partnership with Columbus artist Lisa McLymont and CAPA, our 4th grade students painted a mural as part of their poetry expedition. The "Make the Change" mural will be displayed at one of CAPA theaters. Great work 4th grade!
GEMS 6th Graders at Camp Mary OrtonGEMS 6th graders enjoyed their time at Camp Mary Orton. They participated in games and challenges, enjoyed free time fun, hiked, and loved the heat of a campfire.
GEMS 6th graders at Camp Mary Orton
Fieldwork at Alum Creek Lake7th grade students visited Alum Creek Lake. Students tested water samples from the lake, identified small animals found in the lake water, learned how the Alum Creek Dam works, created a model of a dam, and enjoyed a nature walk. Our young scientists will return to the lake later this year to review the results of their findings.
GEMS 7th Graders
GEMS Celebration of Learning and Better World Day
GEMS Celebration of Learning and Better World Day

Upcoming Events

Dec
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Groovy Gryphon Friday

Fri Dec 8 2023
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15

Groovy Gryphon Friday

Fri Dec 15 2023
Dec
21

No School - Winter Break

Thu Dec 21 2023
to Thu Jan 4 2024

Jan
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No School - PD Day

Fri Jan 5 2024
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Important School Announcements

December 3, 2023

  • Thank you for you flexibility during the past week while our staff participated in Professional development opportunities. We will welcome students back for the full week starting tomorrow December 4th.

  • Back by popular demand, the GEMS family Mingle Jingle Dance, December 14th from 6:00-8:00pm. Dress to impress, whatever that means for your family. This is a family dance, students will not be able to attend without an adult. Come for dancing, desserts, and community. We can’t wait to see you!

  • This Friday and every Friday is Groovy Gryphon Spirit day! This Friday is Anything but a bookbag day! Students can get creative in how they will carry their things in anything but a bookbag. Our habit of the week, and focus for the next few weeks  is teamwork. If you still do not info to create your parent account on Kickboard, please let us know.

  • As a reminder our school office will not dismiss students early beginning at 2:30 PM daily. If you require assistance, please visit the office either before 2:30 PM or after 3:30 PM.



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Interested in attending GEMS in the 2023-2024 School Year? Enrolling Select Grades! Enroll Today!

Do you know someone who might be interested in attending GEMS in the 2023-2024 school year? There are openings in grades; K, 3rd, 5th and 6th!
Please contact GEMS at [email protected] oir 614-253-4000 with any questions. 
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GEMS After School Program (GAP) is a FREE K-8 after school program!

EMS After-school Program is a collaboration between Graham Elementary & Middle School & Communities In Schools of Ohio. The purpose of this collaboration is to surround students with a community of support, empower them to succeed in school and achieve in life.
GAP Middle (5-8) After-school Program is funded through a Nita M. Lowery 21st Century Community Learning Center grant through the Ohio Department of Education.
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