Mrs. Johnson’s class has been learning about life cycles. This week, they released the butterflies they’ve watched grow for the last few weeks!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
group of young children standing on grassy field smiling with large white butterfly net in middle
Recently, Detective TDA visited the GES fourth grade to help them to determine what evidence they needed to find out the authors purpose of a Galapagos tortoise article. Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule Detective TDA to share your expertise with us!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A classroom with children seated on the floor facing a projection on the whiteboard, with a person in costume sitting to the side.
A classroom with children seated on the floor facing a projection on the whiteboard, with a person in costume sitting to the side and two adults off to the other side
A classroom with children seated on the floor listening to a man in a trench coat in front of a screen.
Some Fun Run pictures from Mrs. Bertolini's 2nd grade class!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
group of 2nd grade students running around track with one pushing another student in wheelchair
boy wearing a black and green and yellow dragon shirt smiling with adult smiling behind him
two 2nd grade girls running on track surface with adults standing and watching
girl smiling wearing white tank top eating popsicle
Mrs. Gunn's 3rd grade class enjoyed a beautiful day in Nebraska City at Arbor Day Farm.
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
group of 3rd grade students and their teacher standing and sitting on large wooden chairs
group of 4 third grade girls sitting on large playground net
group of third grade students sitting with some raising their hands and adults standing in background
Mrs.Gunn's 3rd grade class enjoyed a beautiful day in Nebraska City at Arbor Day Farm.
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
group of 3rd grade students standing on grassy field wrapping arms around tree
4 students making their way through spider web playground netting
group of around 10 third graders making their way through spider web playground netting
group of around 10 third graders making their way through spider web playground netting
Fun Run- Donate to win tickets to Vala's Pumpkin Patch! 🎉🎟️ Exciting Fun Run Alert! 🎟️🎉 Hey, GES families! We've currently raised $4,361.33 of our $7500 goal for the Fun Run. THANK YOU for your generosity! Today is your chance to make a BIG impact at our school AND have a shot at some fun! 🌟 For every donation of $20 or more made today, September 26, you’ll be entered into a drawing to WIN two tickets to Vala's Pumpkin Patch! For those who have made donations of $20 or more prior to today, you will also be entered once. Tickets can be used anytime during the 2024 fall season and are valued at $85.🎃🍂 It's the perfect way to enjoy fall with family and friends! Reach out to neighbors, grandparents, friends and family for donations today! Let’s rally together to support our school. 👉 https://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_c8a09e1f-a81e-11ed-b6fd-06181f5c7811&WidgetId=17624064 💲 Send Cash or Check to the School Office Thank you for your support! We can't wait to see you all at the Fun Run tomorrow afternoon! 🙌✨ #PTOFundraiser #ValaTickets #SupportOurSchool
9 months ago, GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Parent Contact Information List (formally called the student directory) has been uploaded to NebSIS Family. You can find it under the Student Reports section.
9 months ago, GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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.
9 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
Students in art have been enjoying learning how to dye their own fabrics and sewing, while creating their own pillows!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
girl sitting down wearing pink shirt using sewing machine
young boy wearing a pajama shirt holding blue pillow
boy standing wearing a hat and glasses using sewing machine
Mrs. Ricci’s Kindergarten class enjoyed some time outside blowing bubbles!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
young girl wearing red shirt with popsicles holding yellow bubble wand
young girl smiling wearing purple shirt standing next to sidwalk
young boy crouching on sidewalk wearing gray shirt smiling
young girl wearing gray tshirt crouching on sidewalk smiling holding yellow bubble wand
boy sitting on grass wearing red shirt smiling and holding blue bubble wand
young boy smiling next to road wearing black tshirt
young girl smiling on sidewalk wearing white tshirt with a pink heart holding red bubble wand
young boy wearing a white tshirt with a hamburger on it holding purple bubble wand
young boy blowing a bubble with a green bubble wand wearing a black tshirt
Mrs. Ricci’s Kindergarten class enjoyed some time outside blowing bubbles!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A child in a red t-shirt holds a bubble wand on a grassy field.
A girl holding a green bubble wand, standing on grass near parked cars.
A young girl sitting on grass with bubble wands and a foil dish of bubble solution.
Young girl kneeling on grass with bubble wands and a tray of soapy bubbles.
Child smiling in a purple Vikings jersey with the number 22.
young girl holding bubble wand wearing blue shirt
young boy wearing a gray shirt holding yellow bubble wand
young girl with purple shirt and pink glasses holding yellow bubble wand
young girl smiling wearing pink shirt with bird on it
young boy smiling wearing a red shirt and orange glasses
Mrs. Ricci’s Kindergarten class enjoyed some time outside blowing bubbles!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Two children making bubbles on grass with bubble wands.
Three children playing with bubble wands on a grassy area.
a small group of children playing outside on a grassy area. In the foreground, a girl in a floral dress crouches down, holding a bubble wand. Next to her, a boy in a red shirt and camouflage shorts stands, wearing red sunglasses, and is also holding a bubble wand. Another boy in a white shirt and denim shorts is to the right, leaning in towards the boy with the sunglasses.
A child blowing bubbles with a yellow flower-shaped wand on a grassy area, with cars parked in the background.
a young girl with long, wavy hair, seen from the back, holding a blue bubble wand.
Two children making bubbles on grass and a sidwalk with bubble wands.
A woman with two children playing with bubble wands on a sidewalk.
four young children playing outdoors on a sunny day with bubble wands next to a sidwalk
a young child outdoors blowing bubbles with a yellow bubble wand shaped like a flower.
Children blowing bubbles on a sidewalk with various bubble wands.
Bubbles, bubbles and more bubbles! Ms. Boeselager's Kindergarten Class had so much fun!!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Children blowing bubbles on a grassy lawn by a building with large windows.
Children playing with bubble wands on a grassy lawn near a building.
three children playing with bubbles on a grassy area. The children are standing near a brick building with large reflective windows.
two children are seated on the grass. One child, wearing a striped shirt and jean shorts, holds a bubble wand and a jar. The other child, dressed in a pink shirt and shorts, is focused on a paper plate with a colorful liquid.
Three children playing with bubble wands on a grassy lawn near a building with large windows.
Three children play with bubble wands on a grassy field near a brick building.
Three children playing with bubble wands on a grassy area beside parked cars.
Three Children playing with a bubble wand on a sidewalk next to grass and trees.
Bubbles, bubbles and more bubbles! Ms. Boeselager's Kindergarten Class had so much fun!!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
a group of children playing with bubbles on a grassy area adjacent to a sidewalk. There are four children in the foreground, each engaged with bubble wands and a soapy solution placed in a bowl on the ground. The child in a sleeveless white shirt is standing next to the bowl, while a child in a red shirt crouches down to access the bubble solution. Another child wearing a green shirt and colorful shorts is running to the right, holding a blue bubble wand. The fourth child, wearing a white shirt with text and teal shorts, is holding a pink bubble wand.
a group of children playing outside on a grassy area near a large tree. In the foreground, two young girls are engaged in blowing bubbles. The girl on the left is wearing a pink shirt and black shorts, holding a bubble wand with several bubbles floating in the air. The girl on the right, dressed in a striped shirt and denim shorts, appears delighted as she looks at the bubbles.
a young child sitting on a grassy lawn. The child is sitting with legs crossed, wearing a black shirt, gray shorts, white socks, and black shoes. They have light blonde hair and are holding a bubble wand, about to blow bubbles.
two children playing with bubble wands on a sunny day. The boy on the left is wearing a blue NASA t-shirt and dark shorts, holding a bubble wand with freshly made bubbles in front of him. The girl on the right, dressed in a green top, floral shorts, and pink sneakers, is also holding a bubble wand, watching the bubbles float away.
a group of young children playing with bubbles on a sidewalk. In the foreground, a girl wearing a lavender shirt and denim skirt is blowing bubbles with a wand. Bubbles float in the air in front of her. To her left, a boy in a blue shirt is crouching, holding a bubble wand near a plate with bubble solution. Several colorful bubble wands are placed on the ground near them.
a group of children playing outdoors on a sunny day. Centered is a young girl with long hair tied back, wearing a white T-shirt with the word "STAY" and mint green shorts. She holds two large bubble wands and stands on a sidewalk. Around her on the ground, there are several bubble wands and a shallow dish filled with soap solution.
a young child standing on a concrete sidewalk, facing away from the camera, engaging in blowing bubbles. The child is wearing a red T-shirt, black shorts with red stripes, and red shoes.
a young boy in a sleeveless white shirt and patterned shorts is holding a green bubble wand, appearing to blow bubbles. Beside him, a girl kneels on the sidewalk, holding a purple bubble wand.
A boy in the foreground, wearing a dark gray "Good Vibes" t-shirt and red shorts, is holding a bubble wand, seemingly engaged in blowing bubbles. To the right, a girl in a green shirt is crouched on the ground, looking at the boy. A plastic dish with bubble solution rests on the sidewalk near her.
Children blowing bubbles with bubble wands in a grassy area next to a building.
We are ready for tonight! Go Big Red!!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
two young girls standing in front of a row of red lockers.The girls are smiling and holding a large white poster with brightly colored text and symbols.
5th grade students in Mrs. Kolm’s and Mrs. Kudlacek’s classes created Canva projects in social studies!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A young girl smiling in front of a colorful "Roadtrip" themed projection.
a young girl smiling and pointing at a projected slide on the wall. The slide contains a collage of various words and images related to the southwestern United States.
Girl standing next to a presentation slide about Molokai, Hawaii with a hibiscus flower, compass, sun, T-shirt, shorts, and ocean imagery.
a classroom setting with a presentation slide projected onto a screen. The background of the slide displays a vibrant sunset with palm trees silhouetted against the sky, which is a blend of purple, pink, and orange hues. The text on the slide is bold and prominent in various shades of purple and white, discussing details about Hawaii. A young person stands in the foreground, smiling, and wearing a light blue Adidas hoodie.
Student standing next to a Nebraska-themed presentation with images and temperature details.
5th grade students in Mrs. Kolm’s and Mrs. Kudlacek’s classes created Canva projects in social studies!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
5th grade Canva
A presentation slide about Louisville, Southeast, with images of clothing, landforms, and attractions. A person is standing next to it.
Student standing beside a presentation slide about Nashville, Tennessee, on a whiteboard.
Girl standing in front of a classroom slide presentation about the Northeast, featuring images and text about climate and landmarks.
A presentation slide about Texas with a young person standing in front. The slide includes text, a map, a sun graphic, and images of Big Bend and a water park.
A young girl stands in front of a projection showing images of Lake Travis, Texas High Plains, the Texas State Capitol, and various text.
Mrs. Gunn's 3rd grade class had fun practicing spelling words this week with shaving cream. The room smelled really good all day!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
four children sitting around two wooden desks pushed together in a classroom. They are playing with shaving cream spread across the surface of the desks, creating swirling patterns.
four children seated around two conjoined tables engaging in an activity with shaving cream. The children, two boys and two girls, are smiling and holding shaving cream in their hands, which is also spread across the wooden tables.
a classroom with several young children engaged in an activity involving shaving cream spread on wooden desks. In the foreground, two girls are sitting at a square desk, smiling widely. They are interacting with the shaving cream, which covers the surface in front of them.
a classroom setting where several children are engaged in an activity using white shaving cream, on wooden desks. Four children are visible, with three actively using the foam. The desks are arranged together, forming a cluster in the center of the room.
a group of elementary school children are engaged in an activity using shaving cream. Four children stand around a cluster of desks, smoothing and spreading shaving cream across the desk surfaces and on their hands.
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.
9 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
Mrs. Gunn's 3rd grade class is learning about the life cycle of a plant. The students were challenged to make a device to pollinate a flower. They were successful!
9 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Children in a classroom with desks covered in school supplies and decorations on the walls.
The image shows four children gathered around a classroom table engaged in an activity. The table is cluttered with various school supplies, including glue sticks, colored pencils, and printed worksheets.
Children in a classroom engaged in a craft activity at a table with art supplies.
Four young children around a classroom desk, engaged in an activity involving crafts and worksheets.
hree young children gathered around a rectangular wooden table in a classroom setting. The children are engaged in a creative activity involving paper, markers, and scissors.
four children gathered around a pair of desks. The desks are cluttered with craft supplies, such as paper, markers, glue, and Play-Doh.