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Students at GES made bookmarks last week to celebrate Read Across America week!
![Bookmark created with blue, yellow, green and pink characters](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gretna_public_schools__ne_ar/live_feed_image/image/7404369/large_IMG_6349.jpeg)
![Bookmarks featuring the Chiefs, superheros, Kendra Scott, Skin care, and spring and summer](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gretna_public_schools__ne_ar/live_feed_image/image/7404367/large_4E4A664B-4050-40A8-ADA9-05A827BA1F41.jpeg)
![Bookmarks featuring butterflies, Diary of Wimpy Kid characters, Loony Tunes, South Park, and Emojis](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gretna_public_schools__ne_ar/live_feed_image/image/7404368/large_56C1F6B1-5CBB-4488-9DCE-F89962624117.jpeg)
![Bookmarks featuring reading, Dr. Seuss, Rainbows, Dogs, and positive sayings](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gretna_public_schools__ne_ar/live_feed_image/image/7404370/large_3385FE2B-46A3-4255-8ED3-7C02E7D7270F.jpeg)
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Check out our dedicated elementary teachers learning about the English Language Learner program in Gretna Public Schools. Huge shoutout to Mrs. Mulligan for her outstanding work!
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These 4th graders had so much fun working together to make paper during art! They even talked Mrs. Sanders into giving it a try.
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Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Day in a cozy way! Our board member Rick Hollendieck spreading smiles and gratitude by gifting blankets to our amazing teachers! Thank you for all you do!
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Next week, we will be starting our annual food drive at GES!
![Gretna Neighbors Food Pantry Donation list of food items needed](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gretna_public_schools__ne_ar/live_feed_image/image/7300631/large_Screenshot_2024-03-04_at_2.02.36_PM.png)
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This week, 3rd grade had some special visitors to help them learn about social studies. Elsie’s grandpa, Jim Warren, came to talk about his time as the mayor of Gretna. Mrs. Diaz and Mrs. Lilla came to talk about owning a business.
![Girl standing in front of her class with her grandpa behind her](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gretna_public_schools__ne_ar/live_feed_image/image/7277519/large_vuWm-sZIyds1n_jwxAo_hw.png)
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Students in 3rd-5th grade at GES used spheros over the past couple of weeks to explore, innovate, and create while learning more about computer programming. The smiles say it all!
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Collaborative efforts in action from the Gretna Public Schools Elementary Principals! From brainstorming innovative ideas to making crucial decisions, our dedicated team is committed to fostering an environment of excellence for our students.
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