A huge shoutout to the TES Music Makers 5th graders for bringing the beat — and a light show! — to the district office. You made our day buckets better! Thank you for sharing your talent and energy with us!
10 days ago, Gretna Public School District
students in the board room with lights off while they perform with lights in Christmas hats.
students playing bucket drums with santa hats
A heartfelt thank you to the Gretna High School Show Choirs and their parents for the delicious cookies! 🍪 Our Transportation Department works tirelessly throughout the year, especially during the busy competition season, to make sure our students get where they need to go safely and on time — even during those long and sometimes hectic hours. This big gesture of appreciation is a big reminder of the care and dedication that makes our community so special. Thank you for thinking of our drivers!
12 days ago, Gretna Public School District
a written note of thank you from the Gretna High School Show Choirs to the Transportation Department for driving them throughout the year with several dozen of cookies.
Schedule Changes Due to Weather 🌧️ ACT Testing at GHS is postponed (new date TBD). GHS Cheer Competition starts at 11AM. GEHS Dance Competition starts at 12 PM. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
16 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Text reading Important Schedule Changes Due to Weather: Schedule Changes Due to Weather 🌧️ ACT Testing at GHS is postponed (new date TBD). GHS Cheer Competition starts at 10 AM. GEHS Dance Competition starts at 12 PM. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Our talented Gretna Elementary School KidStyle students went on a magical musical tour throughout the community today, filling hearts with holiday joy! Their final stop? The district office, where they shared their beautiful voices with us after a long day of spreading cheer. Thank you, students, for lighting up our day and keeping the holiday spirit alive!
17 days ago, Gretna Public School District
GES KidStyle bundled up for cold weather standing in the district office board room after they have sung
The district office staff got into the holiday spirit with a special treat! The talented modern a cappella group graced us with a festive performance of Christmas songs, filling the air with cheer and joy! What a perfect way to kick off the season!
19 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna High School Modern Acapella singing in the District Office Board Room, some wearing santa hats and christmas necklace
The Harvest Hills Community Service Club is spreading holiday cheer by giving back! This season, they joined Ms. Sughroue to ring bells for the Salvation Army at the Gretna Hy-Vee.
19 days ago, Gretna Public School District
a group of students some standing and some sitting on the sidewalk outside HyVee , bundled up for winter but still smiling with the Salvation Army donation bucket and bell
a large group of students standing outside HyVee , bundled up for winter but still smiling with the Salvation Army donation bucket and bell
Excited to share this moment from the NASB State Education Conference with the Gretna Public School Board, pictured here in front of the screen showcasing their Presidents Award! It’s been an amazing conference filled with inspiration, collaboration, and great ideas for the future of education. Grateful to be part of such a dedicated team! #NASBConference #GretnaPride
about 1 month ago, Whitetail Creek Elementary School
four board members pictured in front of a screen showcasing their award
Tonight’s the Night! Join us at Gretna High School for the Community Parent Forum starting at 6 PM! Connect with local organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families. Don’t miss the presentation by Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, on Youth Mental Health. It's not too late to discover valuable resources for your family! We look forward to seeing you there! Location: Gretna High School Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM #GretnaPublicSchools #CommunityForum #FamilyResources
about 1 month ago, Gretna Public School District
Text Reading: Community Parent Forum November 19th at Gretna High School - Informational Booths and Guest Speaker Jay Martin
Dear Parents, Guardians and Community Members, Gretna Public Schools would like to give you a friendly reminder about the upcoming Community Parent Forum, an event we highly recommend for all parents and families in our community. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: Gretna High School, 11335 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028 What to Expect: 6:00 PM – Information booths featuring local organizations that provide valuable resources for youth and families. 7:00 PM – Special guest speaker Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, will deliver an insightful talk on the impact of digital platforms on youth mental health. This forum is a fantastic opportunity to connect with community resources and gain important insights into supporting our youth in today’s digital world.We encourage you to attend and take advantage of this valuable event. We look forward to seeing you there! Please see the attached flyer and share with anyone who can benefit from this event.
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Community Parent Forum hosted by Gretna Public School District on November 19th at Gretna High School 6:00-8:00 pm an invitation to all parents and community members.
Today, we’re excited to spotlight the dedicated work of the GPS Instructional Model Team! Since September, this group of 35 passionate educators and staff from every school building has been working together to refine and enhance the instructional model for Gretna Public Schools. This cross-district collaboration reflects a strong commitment to improving teaching and learning across our district. #GretnaStrong #Collaboration #InstructionalExcellence
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Large group of Gretna public schools staff joined around tables collaborating to build a successful instructional model
Gretna Public Schools staff members sitting at tables in conference room with laptops and paperwork discussing the instructional model.
Gretna Public Schools staff members sitting around tables discussing the instructional model with laptops and notes.
Sweet news alert! A HUGE thank you to Susan from @Cinnaholic giving the district office some seriously delicious cinnamon rolls! Our team had a cinn-fully good time indulging in these treats. Now we’re wondering... do cinnamon rolls count as brain food? Because we're feeling extra smart and sweet today! Thanks, Susan, for making our day so much sweeter! #SweetSupport #GretnaGreats #GretnaPublicSchools
2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Cinnaholic owner Susan posing for the camera with the 2 dozen cinnamon rolls donated to the district office.
Join Us for the Community Parent Forum! When: November 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM Where: Gretna High School Connect with local organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families. Together, we can unlock valuable resources for our families. See you there!
2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Test reading: Community Parent Forum November 19th Gretna High School 6:00 - 8:00pm Information Booths at 6 include project extra mile, gretna crossing ymca, nebraska family helpline, teammates of gretna, region 6 behavioral healthcare, lift up sary county, new path counseling, colation Rx, campus life, and complete wellness. 7:00pm Guest speaker Jay Martin speaking about digital safety and well being.
We recently partnered with Kordica Communications to lead a dynamic focus group for strategic planning, bringing together staff, students, community members, board members, and parents. This collaborative effort is all about shaping the future of education and driving meaningful change. Working with Kordica allows us to create a strategic plan that's not just a visionary document, but an actionable roadmap for growth, innovation, and success. Their comprehensive approach combines strategic visioning with practical implementation, guiding us through every step to ensure our strategies are executed with precision and insight. Together, we’re navigating complexities, driving progress, and setting the stage for a brighter future.
2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Russ Olsen discussing his groups ideas for the focus group. Each individual contributing their thoughts for moving forward.
small group of stakeholders listening to others present and contribute to the strategic plan
Shawn Hoppes sharing insight to his small group during the Strategic Planning focus groups.
students, parents, stakeholders and staff in a small group sharing insight into the strategic plan and moving forward
Annette Eyeman speaking to the large group giving them direction on moving
a large group of board members, students, parents, staff and community members listening to the details their focus groups came up with during the Strategic Planning focus meeting
Board member Mark Hauptman speaking to his Strategic Plan small focus group.
amazing group of stakeholders gathering for a strategic planning focus group.
Large group of community, parents, students and staff sharing their insights on a Strategic Plan for GPS
Join Us for the Community Parent Forum! We’re excited to invite all parents and families to our Community Parent Forum on November 19th at 6:00 PM at Gretna High School. This event will connect you with organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families in our community. Event Highlights: 6:00 - Information booths from various organizations 7:00 - Guest speaker Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, discussing the impact of digital platforms on youth mental health Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about available resources! We hope to see you there! Date: November 19, 2024 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: 11335 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028 #GretnaSchools #CommunityParentForum #YouthSupport
2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Community Parent Forum hosted by Gretna Public School District on November 19th at Gretna High School 6:00-8:00 pm an invitation to all parents and community members.
Ahoy, Mateys! It’s National School Lunch Week! We celebrated with the theme "School Lunch Pirates: Find Your Treasure!" 🏴‍☠️ Our amazing Food and Nutrition teams showed their school spirit in new pirate-themed shirts, thanks to a manager who went the extra mile to make the week special. It was a fun-filled week, and GPS, along with our students, want to thank FANS for taking us on this high-seas adventure of good nutrition, where we discovered treasure in every healthy meal! #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #SchoolLunchPirates #FindYourTreasure #HealthyEating #SchoolSpirit
2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Whitetail Creek elementary school kitchen staff decked out in pirate attire to celebrate national school lunch week.
Gretna High School kitchen staff celebrating national school lunch week wearing their purple shirts showing their spirit
Whitetail Creek Elementary school kitchen staff wearing their purple shirts to celebrate national school lunch week.
Aspen Creek Middle School staff wearing purple shirts for National School Lunch week
Congratulations to Ranae Duncan for receiving the prestigious Freda Battey Distinguished Educator Award! As a cornerstone of our Gretna East media program, Ranae’s dedication to excellence in teaching and her unwavering support of students truly shine. The Freda Battey Award, created by the family of UNL graduate and former teacher Freda Drath Battey, honors educators who excel in teaching and engage students through impactful, student-centered programs. Ranae's recognition is a testament to her inspiring role as an educator, and we couldn’t be prouder of her incredible contributions to our school community! #GretnaEast #FredaBatteyAward #EducationExcellence #UNL
3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Ranae Duncan receives award from presenter
Ranae Duncan pictured with the Freda Battey family
Ranae Duncan holding the Freda Battey Award pictured with Superintendent Travis Lightle
Superintendent Lightle speaks to the Grow with Gretna Leadership Program! Open to teachers from B-3 to high school, we meet monthly to discuss Culturize by Jimmy Casas. Each meeting features a guest speaker who shares their leadership experiences. Together, we’ll cultivate tomorrow’s leaders!
3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Superintendent Travis Lightle speaking to the Grow with Gretna members to study the book Culturize
On September 24th, the Gretna Public School District Board of Education was honored with the prestigious President’s Board Award, presented by the Nebraska Association of School Boards. This recognition celebrates the Board’s dedication to excellence in leadership and their ongoing commitment to professional development. Board members Greg Beach, Mark Hauptman, Rick Hollendieck, Kyle Janssen, Dawn Stock, and Blake Turpen were acknowledged for their exceptional efforts. For more details, visit the full news article on the Gretna Public Schools website: https://www.gpsne.org/article/1784950.
3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public School district board of education holding President's Award, in picture are Blake Turpen, Rick Hollendieck, Kyle Janssen, Dawn Stock, Mark Hauptman and Greg Beach
Join us on September 19 at 6:30 p.m. at Aspen Creek Middle School for a county-wide tax hearing. Gretna Public Schools and other Sarpy County entities will present their plans in this "Pink Postcard Hearing." We invite residents to participate and share their input.
3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
GPS logo and text reading: "Sarpy County Tax Hearing at Aspen Creek Middle School on September 19,2024 at 6:30pm
Gretna Public Schools invites the community to a budget hearing on September 9 at 7:00 p.m. at the District Office. A tax hearing and the regular board meeting will follow, providing an opportunity for public input.
4 months ago, Gretna Public School District
GPS logo and text reading: Budget and Tax Hearing Gretna Public Schools District office September 9, 2024 at 7:00pm