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GJPS Preschool
Clark Hall
380 Granville Street
Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Phone: (614) 269-4780
Fax: (614) 386-1346
Goshen Lane Elementary
370 Goshen Lane
Gahanna, Ohio 43230
School Hours
Morning
8:45-11:30 a.m.
Afternoon
12:30-3:15 p.m.
Student Absence
(614) 269-4780
School Nurse
Alexandra Marinelli RN, BSN, CPN, CLC
Preschool Calendar
School is five days a week.
The school year is nine months long.
Missy Grimmett
Coordinator
MaryAnn Stevens
Secretary
Preschool Photo Highlights
Enjoy highlights from our latest Preschool visit. We love to see our youngest Lions, learning and growing each day.
Preschool Enrollment for 2025-26 School Year
Preschool enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is now open!
Preschool enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year will open on February 9, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.
Preschool enrollment information
Where Little Lions Shine!
Discover the joy of early education at the Gahanna-Jefferson Public School Preschool. Our caring teachers, playful activities and nurturing environment create a wonderful space for your little one to grow. Explore our website to learn about the exciting adventures awaiting your child. Join us for a delightful preschool journey filled with laughter, exploration, and friendship!
Reminder
It's getting cold outside.
We go outside as long as the temperature is above 32 degrees students should always have a jacket for outside recess.
Parent Teacher Conferences.
Parent/Teacher Conferences are February 26 and March 5. Teachers will be sending out information on signing up for a conference time.
FIND IT FAST
Preschool School Supply List 2025-26 (PDF)
LEARNING WITH CUBBY
Check out the following learning videos made by our talented preschool staff. Let Cubby help you with counting and so much more!
Counting with Cubby
Putting Your Coat On with Cubby
Position Words
How to Help Your Nose
Washing Hands with Cubby
GJPS PRESCHOOL EVENTS
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LATEST NEWS
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Chapelfield Elementary honors veteran and longtime teacher Rob Williams.
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GLHS honors our veterans.
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Lincoln Elementary celebrates We Are the World.
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GLHS ESS class hosts regional Halloween Party.
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The farm made a visit to Jefferson Elementary.
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Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visits Jefferson Elementary.
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Visual & Performing Arts Gifted nominations are now being accepted.
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Preparing technology for the new GLHS.
![High Point Walk A Thon 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762465161/gahannaschoolsorg/j6l2osuw3qqyp54jztdv/HPWalkAThonThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762465161/gahannaschoolsorg/j6l2osuw3qqyp54jztdv/HPWalkAThonThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762465161/gahannaschoolsorg/j6l2osuw3qqyp54jztdv/HPWalkAThonThumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762465161/gahannaschoolsorg/j6l2osuw3qqyp54jztdv/HPWalkAThonThumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762465161/gahannaschoolsorg/j6l2osuw3qqyp54jztdv/HPWalkAThonThumb.jpg","width":1450}])
Fun and fitness at High Point Walk A Thon!
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Four students honored as Commended Scholars.
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about GJPS Board of Education Earns Statewide Honor
![Class Ring Reunited with Owner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760035842/gahannaschoolsorg/t12bc1aig6calnb8pxfw/Ring.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760035842/gahannaschoolsorg/t12bc1aig6calnb8pxfw/Ring.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760035842/gahannaschoolsorg/t12bc1aig6calnb8pxfw/Ring.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1760035842/gahannaschoolsorg/t12bc1aig6calnb8pxfw/Ring.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760035842/gahannaschoolsorg/t12bc1aig6calnb8pxfw/Ring.jpg","width":1450}])
GLHS class rign returned 35 years later.
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Two Named National Merit Semifinalists.
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Crew Cat visits GJPS and reminds us to Stay in the Game!
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Lincoln Elementary is staying in the Game!