Good afternoon GES Families,

We are thrilled to announce that our students have officially passed our $5,000 fundraising goal for the Wild About GES Guardian Run! Even better, we are currently sitting at around $6,000 raised! Our overall goal is $15,000.

To celebrate this milestone, tomorrow will be PAJAMA DAY for all students and staff. Everyone is invited to wear their comfiest pajamas to school as a fun reward for all their hard work.

As we get closer to the big event, we are also looking for volunteers to help at the Guardian Run. If you’re able to lend a hand, please sign up using this link.

Thank you for your continued support of this event. Every dollar raised directly benefits our school and helps us create meaningful experiences for our students.

Keep up the amazing work, GES!

about 2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Blue pajamas
The 5th grade students in Mrs. Kolm's classroom worked on a Region Project in Canva to begin social studies this year!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the midwest region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the southeast region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the southwest region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the northeast region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the southeast region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the southwest region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the northeast region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the west region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the midwest region.
The students in Mrs. Allgood's 1st grade class and Mrs. Kudlacek's 5th grade class enjoyed working together on a buddy activity this week!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A boy and a girl sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
A boy and a girl sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
Two girlsl sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
A boy and a girl sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
Two boys sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
Two girls sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
Two girls sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
Two girls sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
A boy and a girl sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
A boy and a girl sitting at a desk with a coloring page in front of them. They are both smiling.
The 5th grade students in Mrs. Kudlacek's classroom worked on a Region Project in Canva to begin social studies this year!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a map of the Northeast region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a map of the Southeast region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a map of the West region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with facts about the West region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the midwest region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a map of the West region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a map of the west region.
Girl standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the Northeast region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a map of the midwest region.
Boy standing in front of a whiteboard with a presentation of the southeast region.
Fourth grade had their annual watermelon party on Friday where they discuss the difference between a watermelon story and a seed story in writing! They then had to celebrate by eating some watermelon of course!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Group of students look at camera while holding up a watermelon slice as a pose.
Group of students look at camera while holding up a watermelon slice as a pose.
Boy holds what is left of a watermelon slice while looking at camera.
Girl smiles while holding a slice of watermelon.
Two girls smile while holding and eating a slice of watermelon.
A boy uses a slice of watermelon to hold as a mustaches on his face.
Girl smiles while holding a slice of watermelon.
Two girls smile while holding a slice of watermelon each.
A boy looks at the camera while holding a slice of watermelon up next to his mouth.
Boy holds up a chunk of watermelon while smiling at the camera while getting his photo taken.
Miss Sempek's 2nd graders have been working on their silent reading stamina. To celebrate their hard work, they had their first Flashlight Friday this afternoon!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Student reading a book in the dark with a flashlight.
Student reading a book in the dark with a flashlight.
Student reading a book in the dark with a flashlight.
A group of students reading books in the dark with flashlights.
Student reading a book in the dark with a flashlight.
Three students reading a book in the dark with flashlights.
A group of students reading books in the dark with flashlights.
Mrs. Gunn's 3rd grade class took an extra recess after a few days of testing. A break that was well deserved!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A group of children standing or hanging from a playground bridge with a sunny sky in the background.
Children playing on a colorful playground with a large red spiral slide under a partly cloudy sky.
Mrs. Kuzel's 2nd grade class is practicing reading with a friend!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Two boys sitting at a table looking at picture books.
A boy and a girl sitting on the ground reading a picture book.
Three girls sitting on the ground looking at picture books.
Two girls sitting on the ground by a classroom set of books reading picture books.
A boy and a girl sitting on the ground reading a picture book.
A boy and a girl laying on the ground reading a picture book.
Two boys sitting on the ground reading a picture book.
Congratulations to Mrs. Kuzel's 2nd grade classroom for being the first class to earn the art gemstone this school year! Great work, 2nd graders!
2 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A group of young students stand in a hallway smiling. One student holds a 3d printed gemstone.
Reminder- The PTO's Playground and Popsicle's Event is Postponed til a later date due to District Events.

-We will update when a new date is decided upon.
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Sign saying We're sorry, the event is postponed
Mrs. Johnson’s 3rd grade class reviewed place value by finding the value of their names in base 10 blocks!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Girl standing in front of a desk with her name spelled out in place value blocks.
Boy standing on carpet with his name spelled out in place value blocks.
Girl smiling sitting on carpet with her name spelled out in place value blocks.
Girl sitting at a desk with her name spelled out in place value blocks.
Girl smiling sitting on carpet with her name spelled out in place value blocks.
Boy smiling sitting on carpet with his name spelled out in place value blocks.
Girl sitting on carpet with her name spelled out in place value blocks.
Boy sitting on carpet with his name spelled out in place value blocks.
Mrs. Hirsch's 3rd grade class had some fun with place value this morning!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Three students sit on a rug that has green place value blocks with their names spelled out.
Four students sit on a rug that has green place value blocks with their names spelled out.
Two students sit at desks that have green place value blocks with their names spelled out.
Three students sit at a table that has green place value blocks with their names spelled out.
Two students sit at desks that have green place value blocks with their names spelled out while other students look on in the background.
Student standing next to a desk that has green place value blocks.
Mrs. Kudlacek’s 5th grade class spent time the first few days practicing teamwork in their classroom with various fun activities!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A girl wearing a blue shirt smiles while holding aluminum foil.
Three kids sit at a table smiling while holding various supplies like tape and straws.
Four kids sit at a table smiling while holding various supplies like tape and straws
Three kids sit at a table smiling while holding various supplies like tape and straws
Three kids sit at a table smiling while holding various supplies like tape and straws in front of a contraption made out of bottles and tape.
Four kids stand at a table smiling while standing in front of a tall tower made out of tape and a water bottle.
Three kids stand at a table smiling while standing in front of a tall tower made out of tape and a water bottle.
Three kids stand at a table smiling while standing in front of a tall tower made out of tape and a water bottle.
A group of students and an adult stand in a row while holding a long piece of paper.
A group of students and an adult stand in a row while holding a long piece of paper.
Ms. Boeselager's kindergarten class practiced their teamwork during the first week!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Three kids sit on a rug in front of a puzzle of fish in the water.
Four kids stand on a rug in front of a puzzle of heavy machinery.
Three kids sit on tile in front of a puzzle of the solar system.
A boy and girl standing on a colored rug in front of a puzzle of heavy machinery.
Mrs. Ricci’s kindergarten class searched for Pete the Cat during a school tour these first few days of school!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Three kids stand and look intently through a window.
A group of children gathered around a woman in a hallway, listening intently.
A group of children gathered around a woman in a hallway, listening intently.
A group of children gathered around a woman in a hallway, listening intently.
Mrs. Dickes read to Mr. Vos’s 4th grade class the book, The Principal From the Black Lagoon. Thanks, Mrs. Dickes, for sharing your time with us!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
A group of elementary students sitting and listening to a book that is read by a woman.
A group of elementary students sitting and listening to a book that is read by a woman.
Group of students gathering around a woman holding a book.
Group of students, some standing and some sitting, pointing at an adult holding a book.
We have had a GREAT start to the 2025-2026 school year at GES! Thank you for sharing your child with us. It's going to be an awesome year!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of kindergarten students, some standing and some sitting looking at the camera and smiling on the first day of school!
We have had a GREAT start to the 2025-2026 school year at GES! Thank you for sharing your child with us. It's going to be an awesome year!
3 months ago, Gretna Elementary
Group of 5th grade students, some standing and some sitting looking at the camera and smiling on the first day of school!
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.
Group of students standing in front of a brick school building with "Happy First Day" cards pushed into the grass.

This morning, all Gretna Public Schools librarians came together to collaborate, share ideas, and prepare for the start of the school year. It was great to see them working, chatting, and catching up. This dedicated group is passionate about connecting students with books, resources, and opportunities to learn. We are so fortunate to have such talented individuals who are excited to welcome students back and inspire a love of reading. #BeGretnaGreat

3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Middle School and High School librarians gathered in Gretna High School library posing for a picture
Elementary librarians sitting at a table in the library collaborating and smiling at the camera

This morning, Gretna Public Schools staff gathered at Gretna East High School to enjoy breakfast, great company, and the chance to reconnect before the new school year begins.

In the auditorium, Superintendent Travis Lightle reminded us of our WHY, the reason we show up, connect, and make a difference every single day. Every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting memory for a child and to give them the most powerful gift we can: unconditional acceptance.

He reminded us that the students who challenge us the most are often the ones who need us the most. Our mission this year is clear: ensure EVERY child feels seen, valued, and accepted.

We also celebrated staff for their years of service and recognized those who received letters for outstanding work. What a wonderful way to begin the year together.

Thank you to Ranae Duncan for capturing these moments.

#RememberYourWhy #BeGretnaGreat #EveryChildEveryDay

3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna East auditorium filled with all staff gathering for speech for new year
a group of staff members sitting in auditorium seating at GEHS smiling for camera
Gretna East cafeteria tables filled with staff members gathering for breakfast
circle of 4 staff members laughing and talking with each other
Superintendent Travis Lightle shaking hands with a staff member earning 20 years of service award
GPS board members in cafeteria talking to staff members
two staff members sitting in auditorium seating smiling at the camera
staff members seated in the auditorium waiting for speech to start
a long table in cafeteria filled with staff members laughing together and talking
board member with staff members talking in groups in cafeteria