GES competed in Battle of the Books yesterday. This year GES sent 3 teams to compete with one of our teams placing 2nd out of 28 teams! A big thank you to Elliott and Zoe who volunteered to help coach our teams and to Edith who helped the team by creating posters!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Four children wearing green "Battle of the Books" t-shirts seated in a classroom with a second-place ribbon added.
A large group of children on a stage wearing brightly colored t-shirts with an American flag to the side.
A group of children and two adults smiling in a school hallway, with children wearing green T-shirts.
JOIN US TONIGHT (5/2) for our students' musical performance of Disney Pixar's FINDING NEMO! Show starts @ 6:30pm🤩 Flowers and Snacks available for purchase *CASH Please Following the show: Kona Ice will be available for purchase! Their truck will be parked out back behind GES!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Poster for "Finding Nemo KIDS" musical at Gretna Elementary, tonight at 6:30pm.
Mr. Vos's 4th grade and Miss Lindsey's Pre-School classes made and delivered May Day baskets to all of the GES faculty and staff members. It brought a smile to many faces today :)
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Seven girls holding popcorn in a classroom setting.
Two boys smiling and holding cups of snacks in a classroom with books and educational posters in the background.
A woman in a purple blouse hugs a child in front of maroon lockers. She holds popcorn.
A group of three children and an adult stand in an office room with desks and a clock on the wall.
Children smiling in a classroom holding popcorn cones.
Three children in a classroom holding popcorn in colorful cones labeled "May Day Flower Basket
Three children in a classroom, holding popcorn cones, with educational posters and shelves of books in the background.
Two young girls and a woman smiling in an office setting.
Three young girls holding popcorn cones in a classroom.
A woman with two young boys indoors, one in a green shirt and the other in a green hoodie, standing in an office setting.
Kindness Club members spent their last meeting sending encouraging words, friendship bracelets, and stuffed animals to students in surrounding districts that were affected by last week’s tornados.  
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Children sitting on a gym floor doing a craft activity with paper bags and markers.
A group of four children sitting on a wooden gym floor, smiling and engaged in an activity involving markers, paper bags, and stuffed animals. The children appear to be collaborating, with toys such as a giraffe, elephant, and rabbit placed in the center. The setting is a large indoor gymnasium, with another child lying on the floor in the background.
hree boys sitting on a wooden gym floor, smiling while working on a creative activity with paper bags, markers, and a small elephant toy.
A group of five children sitting in a circle on a wooden gym floor, working on a collaborative activity. They are writing on colorful pieces of paper using markers, with a variety of pens and supplies scattered in the center. The children appear focused and engaged, and the setting is a gymnasium with court lines visible on the floor.
A young person holding a decorated paper bag with a gift drawing in a gymnasium.
Bright green paper with a motivational message and beaded string spelling "STAY AWESOME."
Kindness Club helping out surrounding communities affected by tornadoes
Mrs. Lindsey’s Preschool classes had their monthly guidance lesson with Mrs. LaMountain. They ended with a group hug! They love their time with her!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
A group of children and a teacher smiling in a classroom giving a big hug.
A group of children and a teacher smiling in a classroom giving a big hug.
Each year, the 4th and 5th graders at Gretna Elementary School are given the opportunity to participate in our school musical.  This year our performance of Finding Nemo Kids will be on Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 PM!  We hope to see you there!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Finding Nemo School Musical!
We're thrilled to announce the new app for Gretna Schools! It's everything Gretna Schools, in your pocket. Download for Android https://aptg.co/8YPL6p Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/-4PP4X
about 1 year ago, Gretna Public Schools
Its Everything Gretna Public Schools In your Pocket.
The 3rd graders had a fun week at GES! They went on a bus tour with our superintendent, Mr. Lightle, to learn about the history of Gretna and got to see Gretna High School's performance of Beauty and the Beast!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
A stage for "Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical" with a large decorative arch and projection screen displaying the title.
A busy auditorium with children seated and engaged in conversation.
A busy auditorium with children seated and engaged in conversation.
A man in a suit speaks into a microphone inside a bus.
Interior of a school bus with children seated and looking towards the camera.
Gretna Elementary preschool classes all attended the Gretna Children's Library today for a field trip! They had a great time!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Children seated on a library floor, attentively facing forward.
A woman reading "Lola at the Library" to a group of children in a library.
Children stand with an adult in front of the Gretna Children's Library, with decorated windows and a visible library sign.
Children gathered around an adult in a library with books and a decorative tree.
Front entrance of Gretna Children's Library with decorative window art and a group of children with an adult.
A woman reading a book to a group of children seated on the floor in a library.
A group of children and an adult stand smiling in front of the Gretna Children's Library entrance, which features decorated glass windows and a large sign.
A woman reading a book to a group of children seated on the floor in a library.
A librarian engages children in a library next to a "Junior Fiction" bookshelf.
A group of children and an adult stand smiling in front of the Gretna Children's Library entrance, which features decorated glass windows and a large sign.
Congratulations to our Gretna Arbor Society poster winners!!! Incredible artwork kids!! 🌳💛🎨
about 1 year ago, Carissa Dickes
A girl holding a drawing with houses and trees stands next to an older man in an auditorium.
Girl and man on stage with a projected tree drawing and text "Plant More Trees."
A young boy and an older man stand on a stage. The boy holds a drawing featuring a house and trees, which is projected behind them.
Mr. Vos’s 4th grade class is studying land features in science. Using a mixture of flour, salt, and water, they created geographical features of the state of California! Then they painted to show the elevation changes in the state.
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Three children holding a colorful painting in front of a land features illustration.
Two girls and one boy holding a colorful painting in front of a land features illustration.
Two girls and one boy holding a colorful painting in front of a land features illustration.
Two girls smiling and one boy holding a colorful painting in front of a land features illustration.
Two girls smiling and one boy holding a colorful painting in front of a land features illustration.
Two girls smiling holding a colorful painting in front of a land features illustration.
Students in Mrs. Kudlacek’s 4th grade class learned about teamwork during their puzzle building time yesterday!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Children working on a jigsaw puzzle in a classroom setting.
Two boys and one girl working on a jigsaw puzzle in a classroom setting.
Students working on a jigsaw puzzle at a classroom table.
Three children sit at a table with a "Cinnamon Toast Crunch" puzzle in a classroom.
Three children smiling around a table with a puzzle box of Cocoa Puffs cereal.
Three children smiling at a table with a Trix cereal box puzzle.
Three children smiling at a table with a Honey Nut Cheerios cereal box puzzle.
Three children smiling at a table with a Cheerios cereal box puzzle.
Three children smiling at a table with a Lucky Charms cereal box puzzle.
Children working on a jigsaw puzzle in a classroom setting.
Some more photos of our successful Guardian Run on Saturday! We'd like to thank all of our coaches and runners for their dedication this season! Thank you to all the volunteers and organizers who made the Guardian Run such a success!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
A group of children in yellow shirts with "GUARDIAN RUN" logos, standing outdoors.
Two smiling girls outdoors, one in a yellow T-shirt and another in a black hoodie, with a backlit group of people behind them.
Four children outdoors, two in yellow "Guardian Run" shirts, one in a white hoodie, and one in a gray hoodie.
Four children outdoors in knit hats and sports-themed clothing.
A group of children in yellow T-shirts gather on a field among a crowd of spectators.
A group of children in yellow shirts with race bibs gathered on a grassy field for a running event.
Three boys in yellow shirts with race bibs smiling at an outdoor event.
Three women in yellow "Guardian Run" shirts with a golden retriever on a sports field.
Two boys in yellow shirts running on a paved path near a chain-link fence.
GES crushed it at this year's Guardian Run!! Incredible coaches, amazing athletes. Way to go Guardians!!
about 1 year ago, Carissa Dickes
A group of people, primarily children, in yellow shirts with bib numbers, posing on a grassy field.
Children in yellow T-shirts start running a race under a clear blue sky.
Children in yellow shirts huddled together with raised arms outdoors at a sports event.
Mrs. Kudlacek's, Mrs. Francois's, and Ms. Snyder's class had a glow day for math review today! They practiced all their 4th grade math concepts and are ready to “show what they glow” on NSCAS next week!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Two girls sitting for picture with lights off and glow paint on faces
Three girls with neon colored outfits with lights off
Three boys posing for photo with neon yellow shorts and shirts with lights off
Two classes of fourth grade students with hands raised posing for pictures with hands up and neon colors present
Three fourth graders posing for picture playing a stacking game with miniature cups
Three fourth graders with neon hats on posing with tower built out of cups.
Four 4th graders smiling with neon hats with towers built out of small cups
Seven 4th graders wearing neon colors with lights turned off for glow party
Twelve 4th grade girls smiling for pictures with neon hats and some wearing neon glasses
Seven 4th graders and their teachers with neon necklaces, hats, and glasses smiling for photo
Mrs. Mallory's AM & PM preschool classes took a field trip to the Gretna Fire Museum! They then walked to Peterson Park to play! Not much can beat a day filled with fire trucks and parks!
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
3 preschool students looking at camera in firehouse while firefighters look on
Nine preschoolers along with their teacher posing for picture along with five firefighters
Group of five preschoolers along with their teacher posing next to old firetruck
Five preschoolers along with their teacher posing next to two firefighters with American flag in background
Four preschoolers sitting in firetruck
Group of five preschoolers along with their teacher posing next to ambulance
Four preschoolers sitting in firetruck with one steering
Three preschoolers sitting in firetruck with one dressed as a firefighter driving it
Four preschoolers sitting in old firetruck with one pretenddriving
Preschooler with stocking cap sitting in old firetruck
ALISE HOFFMAN RECEIVES KAREN MARKUSSEN SCHOLARSHIP Read article in News at https://www.gpsne.org/article/1557026
about 1 year ago, Gretna Public School District
four staff members standing in front of the Gretna Public Schools logo two in front holding certificate award
We are looking for paraprofessionals for the upcoming school year 2024-2025!! Please reach out to Carissa Dickes (cdickes@gpsne.org) if you are interested or have any questions.
about 1 year ago, Carissa Dickes
Paras join our team! Gretna Elementary is seeking special education support staff for the next school year!! Contact Carissa at cdickes@gpsne.org for more information!
Coming soon! Our revamped digital hub! Our website will have a new fresh look and upgraded features to enhance your online experience. Dive into a world of convenience as we bring you the latest in communication. THIS afternoon (April 12th) we will release the updated platform that is designed with you in mind. Explore, discover, and connect like never before at https://ges.gpsne.org
about 1 year ago, Carissa Dickes
Guardian logo with a G and yellow and white feathers with New Website in text
📚 What an Amazing Visit! 📚 We extend a heartfelt thank you to the talented author Aaron Reynolds for gracing our school with his visit today! 🌟📖 His passion for books and writing truly shone through, captivating our students and sparking their imaginations. 📝
about 1 year ago, Gretna Elementary
Author Aaron Reynolds standing in front of gymnasium full up 2nd and 3rd graders showing pictures from a book on a projector screen
Author Aaron Reynolds standing in front of gymnasium full up 2nd and 3rd graders showing books he has written on a projector screen
Author Aaron Reynolds standing in front of gymnasium full up 2nd and 3rd graders showing his book Creepy Crayon he has written on a projector screen with four kids standing by him
Author Aaron Reynolds standing in front of gymnasium full up 2nd and 3rd graders showing his book Creepy Crayon he has written on a projector screen with one kid standing by him
Author Aaron Reynolds standing in front of gymnasium full up 4th and 5th graders showing books that inspired him like James and the Giant Peach on a projector
Author Aaron Reynolds standing in front of gymnasium full up 4th and 5th graders showing books he has written on a projector with two students standing next to him