DISTRICT: Master Facilities Plan
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In November of 2020, voters in the Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools district approved a 10.69 mills bond and operating levy to fund Phase Two of the GJPS Master Facilities Plan.
Additions and Renovations to High Point and Blacklick Elementary Space for an additional 225 students in each building. New Lincoln High School on Current Site Space for an additional 600+ students.
Operating Funds Filling the gap created by state cuts, increased technology costs and additional staffing due to enrollment growth.
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The new Gahanna Lincoln High School will include: Square Footage Just Over 485,00 Square Feet Height 3 stories Student Capacity 2,800+ students Distributive Dining Areas 3 throughout the building
Increased Number of Classroom Spaces 130
Enhanced Security Features Projected Opening for Students Fall 2025
February 2023 Stadium Updates (PDF) January 2023 Stadium Update (PDF) December 2022 Stadium Update (PDF) November 2022 Stadium Update (PDF) October 2022 Stadium Update (PDF) September 2022 Stadium Update (PDF)
Phase Two Community Update December 2022 (PDF)
Take a look inside the NEW GLHS with this latest FLY THROUGH video! While many of the specific material, furniture and color choices are not finalized, you will see many of the incredible features that our new building will offer.
During the September 13, 2022 Finance & Faciities Board of Education Committee Meeting, Assistant Superintendent Jill Elliott gave an informative GLHS Construction and Floor Plan Update for the new Gahanna Lincoln High School. The three-story plan includes a 24% increase in square footage compared to our current high school. With dedicated wings for performing arts, academics and physical education/athletics the floor plan also includes flexible extended learning areas and a few areas to grab a bite to eat.
After examining four design options, a site plan was approved by the GJPS Board of Education on February 8, 2022.
RELATED LINKS
Gahanna Lincoln High School Design: Original Option Moves Forward
Special Board of Education Meeting Video Approving Floor and Site Plans (Feb. 8, 2022)
Presentation of Floor and Site Plans Video to the Community (January 31, 2022)
GLHS Site Plan Options Prior to February 8, 2022 Approval Comparison Chart (PDF)
GLHS Site Plan Options Prior to February 8, 2022 Approval (PDF)
Please Note: The survey mentioned in the video is now closed. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback.
Please Note: The LHS Design Survey mentioned in the video is now closed. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback.
Enjoy this roundup of construction pictures taken during the month of February from Phase Two projects around the district.
February 2023 Stadium construction Update
The One-Room Schoolhouse has recently been moved to a new location on Havens Corners Road.
Over Winter Break, this Phase Two informational brochure was mailed to GJPS residents.
Enjoy this roundup of construction pictures taken during the month of December from our Phase Two projects around the district.
Enjoy this roundup of construction pictures taken during the month of November from Phase Two projects around the district.
November 2022 Stadium Construction Update
Enjoy this roundup of construction pictures taken during the month of October from Phase Two projects around the district.
October 2022 Stadium Construction Update