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Middle School South
349 Shady Spring Drive
Gahanna, OH 43230
Phone: (614) 337-3730
Main Fax: (614) 413-3588
School Hours
9:05 a.m.-3:50 p.m.
Student Absence
(614) 337-3730
School Nurse
Kathy Downing RN, BSN
Robin Murdock
Principal
Andy Bonath
Assistant Principal
Debbie Hensler
Secretary
We're Glad You Are Here
Welcome to the hub of learning and exploration at Middle School South. Our focus is on dynamic lessons, interactive activities and fostering a tight-knit community. Dive into our website to uncover the amazing opportunities ahead and come along for an inspiring journey through the middle school experience!
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Sixth Grade 2024-25 Supply List (PDF)
Seventh Grade 2024-25 Supply List (PDF)
Eighth Grade 2024-25 Supply List (PDF)
Roar Report
MIDDLE SCHOOL SOUTH EVENTS
LATEST NEWS
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Smiles, sunshine and snowcones during Sixth Grade Adventure Day at Middle School West!
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What an amazing night at the GJPS EL Family Fun Night held at Middle School West.
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More information about our Strategic Plan from Superintendent Dr. Tracey Deagle.
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A special member of the GLHS football team scores the first touchdown of the year.
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Our fall sports season has begun! Read important football game information.
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Paul Michael Embry serves as the site coordinator for the GRIN free summer lunch program at Royal Manor.
![First page of the PDF file: 24-FirstDayofSchool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1722885155/gahannaschoolsorg/e6hdsphzh6vmuna5on1p/FirstDayofSchool.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1722885155/gahannaschoolsorg/e6hdsphzh6vmuna5on1p/FirstDayofSchool.jpg","width":350}])
Use this sign for your First Day of School photo.
![Olympic diver Maycey Vieta]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721310121/gahannaschoolsorg/yksrnmpgljamssatxika/Maycey.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721310121/gahannaschoolsorg/yksrnmpgljamssatxika/Maycey.jpg","width":350}])
Subscribers to The Columbus Dispatch can read about 2019 GLHS graduate Mayce Vieta competing in the Paris Olympics for platform diving.
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about Bioscience Students Have Strong Showing at HOSA Conference
![Recent Grad Named to EdRising National Officer Position]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719348038/gahannaschoolsorg/e6csescyyop18ep0qifk/liebscreenshot.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719348038/gahannaschoolsorg/e6csescyyop18ep0qifk/liebscreenshot.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719348038/gahannaschoolsorg/e6csescyyop18ep0qifk/liebscreenshot.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719348038/gahannaschoolsorg/e6csescyyop18ep0qifk/liebscreenshot.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719348038/gahannaschoolsorg/e6csescyyop18ep0qifk/liebscreenshot.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719348038/gahannaschoolsorg/e6csescyyop18ep0qifk/liebscreenshot.jpg","width":1893}])
Congratulations to Lexi Lieb!
![Picture of Matthew Welsh, new AD at GLHS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718980956/gahannaschoolsorg/vxyvc1tdtxpumy5juyim/AthleticDirector.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718980956/gahannaschoolsorg/vxyvc1tdtxpumy5juyim/AthleticDirector.jpg","width":350}])
Welcome Matthew Welsh.
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Congratulations to the GLHS Class of 2024!
![Student s pose with DECA trophy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718139512/gahannaschoolsorg/pc80ezhkxxzabrfgwi8o/Deca.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718139512/gahannaschoolsorg/pc80ezhkxxzabrfgwi8o/Deca.jpg","width":350}])
DECA earns awards at competition.
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Summer Safety Tips from Dr. Deagle and Police Chief Spence.
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Enjoy Highlights from the Arty Party hosted by the GLHS Community Art Class,