Kindness Club is feeling lucky after a successful week! 🍀 On Wednesday, they practiced kindness to each other by giving out compliments. They also worked hard for the food drive and encouraged GES to bring in 2,790 items between food products and monetary donations. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped to make a difference in the lives of our school and our community!
about 3 hours ago, Gretna Elementary
A wide shot of about 40 elementary-aged children sitting and standing in a school gymnasium. Every child is holding up a white sheet of paper featuring a large, hand-drawn four-leaf clover. Above them on the wall are signs that read "#BeKind" and "Teammates Mentoring." The children are dressed in casual clothes and pajamas, smiling for the camera.
A medium shot of two young boys standing in a gym, wearing glasses and athletic shirts. They are proudly holding up their "Feeling Lucky" clover papers. The clovers are filled with handwritten compliments from their peers, such as "You are good at football" and "You are funny." Their names, "Bryson" and "Ethan," are written at the bottom of their respective sheets.
Two girls stand together in a gymnasium holding their completed clover projects. The girl on the left wears a purple hoodie, and the girl on the right is in a pink strawberry-patterned fleece. Their papers, labeled "Makayla" and "Zoe," are covered in colorful handwritten notes like "Kind," "Smart," and "Amazing."
Two girls smile while holding their "Feeling Lucky" papers. The girl on the left, Mia, is wearing red bow-patterned pajamas. The clovers are densely packed with messages in various ink colors. In the background, other students are visible on gray gym bleachers.
A close-up of a smiling girl with blue glasses holding her clover sheet. Her name, "Emery W.," is at the bottom. The clover contains sweet messages like "Kind and helpful," "You have great stories," and "You are a great person to be with." She is wearing a light blue snowflake-patterned top.
Three girls sit together on gray bleachers, each holding their decorated clover paper. They are smiling warmly at the camera. From left to right, their names are Elsie, Riley, and Aubrey. The girl on the far right wears a red "Grinch" themed shirt. The papers serve as a collection of positive affirmations from their classmates.
Ms. Boeselager's Kindergarten class had some BIG fun when Mr. Ryan brought his tractor to school for Charlotte’s Web Day!
about 11 hours ago, Gretna Elementary
A large group of children in winter coats standing in front of a massive green and yellow John Deere tractor on a concrete lot.
A group of children posing with two adults in front of a large green John Deere tractor on a gray, overcast day.
A rear view of a large green and yellow John Deere tractor parked on a concrete surface.
Thank you to everyone who has helped donate to our Gretna Neighbors food drive! As a school, we've collected 810 items so far and we will continue to collect through Friday!
2 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Gretna Neighbors Food Pantry Donation list of food items needed
Gretna Neighbors Food Pantry Donation list of food items needed
Kindergarten Round Up was a success at GES! We signed a bunch of rockstars!
6 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Two young boys sitting on a colorful checkered rug, playing with building blocks and vibrant plastic flower-shaped connectors.
Three children sitting at a round wooden table in a classroom, focused on completing various wooden puzzles.
Three young children engaged in imaginative play within a classroom play kitchen area featuring wooden shelves and toy food.
Two children sitting at a wooden Lego table with a blue baseplate, building structures with colorful bricks.
A group of elementary students running and playing across a concrete playground area on a bright, sunny day.
Children wearing white paper headbands standing on a colorful alphabet rug while following an interactive dance video on a large classroom screen.
A young boy in a striped shirt sitting at a "Gretna Elementary Guardians" table, signing a document with a giant yellow novelty pencil.
Two young girls smiling while climbing on a yellow and blue playground structure under a clear blue sky.
A young boy in a blue jacket focused on signing a paper with a giant novelty pencil at a decorated Gretna Elementary event table.
Our annual Food Drive will take place at GES next week! We look forward to helping those in need in our community! Please see the photos for more info!
7 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Flyer showing GES Food Drive March 2nd-6th
Flyer that shows items needed for GES Food Drive
GES is excited to host author Kirk Reedstrom on April 15th! Books are available to purchase, please see the photos for more information!
9 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Author visit letter
Flyer for author visit for books for purchase
This morning, Ms. Boeselager's group in Zen Den Club practiced Stuffie Breathing!
10 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Four students lie down on carpet in a library with a stuffed animal on them.
Four students lie down on carpet in a library with a stuffed animal on them.

No School Tomorrow: Due to unsafe road conditions across the district, Gretna Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 20, 2026. Any activities and events will be communicated directly by buildings, coaches and sponsors. Please stay warm and safe. For additional information, visit our website or follow us on social media.

15 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a "G" and text reading "Important Message"
Before the cold and snow came in, Miss Snyder’s and Mrs Francois’s WIN Time groups practiced equivalent fractions with chalk outside!
15 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Group of kids on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
Group of kids on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
Group of kids on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
Two boys on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
A boy and a girl on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
Two girls on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
A boy and a girl on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
A girl stands on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.
Girl stands smiling holding a paper while a boy kneels on cement with chalk drawings present.
Girl kneels on the ground smiling while chalk drawings show on the cement.

NO SCHOOL ALERT - Due to the Winter Storm Warning and hazardous conditions predicted at dismissal, Gretna Public Schools will be CLOSED February 19, 2026. Any activities and events will be communicated directly by buildings, coaches and sponsors. Please stay warm and safe. For additional information, visit our website or follow us on social media.

16 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a "G" and text reading Important Message
Mrs. Johnson’s 3rd grade class combined what they learned about motion and magnets to design carts that could perform tricks using magnets!
21 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Boy holding a car made out of popsicle sticks and tape smiling
Group of students working in a classroom on cars made out of paper and tape
Three boys sitting in a classroom on a ground looking at a car made out of popsicle sticks and a cardboard ramp on the ground
Girl pushes a car made out of note cards and paper clips on a cardboard ramp
Two girls working on a carpet in a classroom on an activity with a paper car on a cardboard ramp
Boy playing with a car with a cardboard ramp on the ground
The District Office has been happily taken over by the most adorable yarn monsters! Each one is completely unique and full of personality. A big thank you to Sharon Kudlacek’s class at Gretna Elementary for the sweet hand drawn cards and these one of a kind creations. Our staff absolutely loves them!
22 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Superintendent Travis Lightle holding his yarn monster and card from Gretna Elementary students.
five District office staff members each holding their yarn monsters from gretna elementary school.
Mrs. Hirsch’s 3rd grade class shared their Super Bowl predictions while rocking favorite team gear and red, white, and blue for the Winter Olympics!
28 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Group of students standing and sitting around a whiteboard wearing jerseys and team shirts
Mrs. Johnson’s 3rd grade class has been learning about electricity and magnets. Today, they made electromagnets!
28 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Two boys sitting at a desk smiling holding something in their hand
Girl standing holding a magnet with paper clips attached
Three students stand around a desk holding paper clips while looking at a book
Two girls sitting at a table with worksheets in front of them holding a magnet
Ms. Christensen's 5th grade class did a Super Bowl football math activity outside today!
28 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Boy wearing a blue sweatshirt throwing a football outside
Girl kneeling outside with a jersey on holding a yardstick
Three students standing outside on a playground holding a yardstick and footballs
Four girls, two standing while two are on their backs outside on a playground
Two adult women standing outside wearing ref clothes holding footballs
Boy standing outside on a playground holding a football
Four girls standing and kneeling outside on a playground
Four girls and one boy standing outside holding a football and a notebook
The 5th grade students participated in The Boston Tea Party as part of their study of the Revolutionary War. The Loyalist tipped off King George that the Patriots were going to throw the crates of tea into the harbor. The Loyalists worked to secure the tea and receive payment from the king for their loyalty.
29 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Two boys and a girl standing and holding a craft made out of popsicle sticks.
Three girls standing in front of a classroom holding a craft
Two boys sitting at a table working on a craft made out of popsicle sticks.
Three girls, sitting and standing around a table working on a craft with popsicle sticks.
Three girls sitting on a classroom carpet working on a craft with popsicle sticks and hot glue.
Four girls, one sitting at a table holding a craft made out of popsicle sticks and three standing,
Three girls and one boy stand in a classroom holding a craft made out of popsicle sticks.
Plastic tub filled with water with a person putting their hand in the water with a craft made out of popsicle sticks.
Two boys and three girls sit around a poster board working on a craft made out of popsicle sticks and hot glue.
Group of boys standing in front of a classroom smiling
Last week, the Braille Challenge took place, which is a regional contest held at NCECBVI in Nebraska City. Individuals find out if they qualify for nationals after this contest. Mitchell, one of our GES 1st graders, participated as an Apprentice this year, where he took 2nd place in his category! He also met new people, learned the basics of Blind Soccer from the Doane Soccer Coach, and participated in a Q&A with Alexander France. Alexander is a former college athlete (Midland University), O&M Therapist at the NE Commission of the Blind and Visually Impaired, and owner of a guide dog.
about 1 month ago, Gretna Elementary
Student kicks a soccer ball on a tile floor while others watch in background.
Student shows a woman a medal in front of a red wall.
Group of students sit on stage with a sign that says "The Braille Challenge Nebraska"
Student holds a white cane while talking to an adult who is sitting petting a service dog.
Student stands at the front of the room holding a medal while his teacher claps.
We are proud to showcase artwork created by talented students from across Gretna Public School District. These pieces are now on display at the District Office for our community to enjoy. We rotate artwork often, so stop by and see the creativity of our students in person. Amazing work!
#BeGretnaGreat
about 1 month ago, Gretna Public School District
a framed watercolor of a rabbit with ears upright wearing a black jacket, white shirt with black dots and a big blue bow tie
a chalk drawing of a bear with the title Grin and Bear It in a frame
a framed watercolor of a frog in a oversized green sweater wearing orange socks and brown converse shoes
A framed watercolor painting of half a lions face in light browns, blues and pinks with dark brown eye
framed artwork of a colorful dragon eye in red, oranges and blues
a framed watercolor of a blue turtle with splotches of colors in browns and tans making it look like wet sand
A framed artwork of an eye with red streaks
a framed chalk artwork of cowgirl brown boots with flowers design and fresh flowers in the boots standing upright on a dirt ground
The School Board approved the 2027-2028 school year calendar at last night’s meeting. To help families plan ahead, we are sharing the 2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2027-2028 calendars early so vacations and appointments can be scheduled with minimal impact on learning.

As we plan for future school years, we also want to remind families why attendance matters. Missing 10 percent of the school year, about 18 days, can significantly affect student success at all grade levels. In the early grades, strong attendance supports reading development. In middle and high school, regular attendance is closely connected to academic progress and graduation.

Improving attendance is a shared responsibility, and small habits make a big difference. Planning vacations and appointments outside of school days, maintaining consistent routines, and staying connected with your child’s school all help students succeed.

Every day in class builds learning, confidence, and connection.

Every Day Counts. Attendance Matters.

2025-2026 Calendar - https://tinyurl.com/mrmc9d6n
2026-2027 Calendar - https://tinyurl.com/ck3td335
2027-2028 Calendar - https://tinyurl.com/3s8y3s24
about 1 month ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a "G" and text reading School Board Approved 27-28 calendar with an image of a calendar
Mrs. Ricci's Kindergarten class celebrated the 100th day with all sorts of fun!!
about 1 month ago, Gretna Elementary
Group of students, some standing and some sitting with 100 glasses on and 100th day of school hats
Boy sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table
Girl sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table
Boy sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table
Girl sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table
Girl sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table
Boy sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table
Group of students, some standing and some sitting around a sign that says 100th day of school
Girl sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table
Girl sitting at a table with a 100 day scoop and sort on table