Tiny Trappers at Work! 1st Grade Students unleashed their imagination to build leprechaun traps and outsmart those sneaky little guys!
Students, staff, and parents came together for a fun and delicious pancake dinner to celebrate our One School, One Book initiative with The Wild Robot!
Introducing the first-ever Gretna Playbook! Your one-stop guide to all summer camps at Gretna East & Gretna High Schools. Whether your child is in elementary, middle, or high school, there is a camp for them-based on the grade your child will be entering in 2025-2026. These camps are open to all students-no matter which high school they will attend. QR codes for easy registration! Start planning your summer fun today! You can also find more details on our school websites' News sections. https://tinyurl.com/4csk3k5v #BeGretnaGreat #GretnaPlaybook
Mrs. Collins' First Grade class is feeling extra lucky with Lucky Charms! The students had a blast sorting and graphing marshmallows, while collecting and sharing their data with one another. What a fun way to learn and celebrate!
Exploring the intricate world of woodland biomes, Mrs. Williams' Science class delved into the flow of energy by constructing food chains and webs. This hands-on activity helped students visualize the complex relationships between species and their environments.
This morning, the talented 5th grade choir took center stage, delivering a fantastic performance for proud parents! Their hard work and dedication to music shone brightly, making for a truly unforgettable experience.
"Today in music class, Mrs. Matousek's students explored the world of rhythms! To reinforce their understanding of beat counting, they enjoyed interactive games like Rhythm Go Fish and Rhythm Roll. It was a fun and engaging way to learn about the building blocks of music!
Exciting News from Miss Beeson's Class!
Our talented first graders are taking their writing skills to the next level! They're learning to add amazing details to their stories, making their writing even more engaging and fun to read. Keep up the fantastic work!
Important Update for Gretna Families Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, Gretna Public Schools will implement a new 10-point grading scale and transition to an A-F reporting system. This change is part of our District Strategic Plan and is backed by research from our K-12 District Grading Committee. Read the full news article on the district and any school website.
New Grading Scale (2025-2026):
A: 90-100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69
F: Below 60
Why the Change?
• Better alignment with colleges and other schools • Clearer representation of student achievement
Timeline:
• Fall 2025: New grading scale begins
• 2025-2026: Ongoing updates to grading practices
What about past grades?
Grades earned before 2025-2026 will remain the same and not be adjusted.
We’re committed to ensuring a smooth transition for all! For more details, read the full news article on any district and school website or reach out to your school administrator.
#BeGretnaGreat #BuildingAFutureTogether #GradingUpdate
Mrs. Jones' class was treated to a special surprise in celebration of Read Across America Week - brand new reading shirts! The students were beaming with excitement as they showed off their new gear.
A huge thank you to Mrs. Jones for making reading even more fun and special for her class!
Today, our talented 4th-grade musicians from Mrs. Henning, Mrs. Schram, and Mrs. Stockton's classes took their show to the symphony! After weeks of dedicated practice, they proudly showcased their recorder skills, treating the audience to a delightful performance.
We're beaming with pride! Congratulations to our young musicians on a fantastic show!
Building Better Friendships One Conversation at a Time!
Our Hero Huddle with Mrs. Jones was a huge success! Students participated in interactive games and activities designed to teach the importance of effective communication, active listening, and empathy in forming strong friendships.
A special thank you to Mrs. Hergott for creating engaging and impactful lessons that make our Harvest Hills Hero Huddles so valuable!
Mrs. Jones' kindergarten class celebrated Read Across America Week in a bright way! Students snuggled up with their favorite books and read together using flashlights, creating a cozy and magical reading experience.
Harmony and wonder filled the air as our 4th graders experienced the magic of the symphony
It's a fantastic Friday at Harvest Hills and our 5th graders are warming up with friendship outside at recess.
Third-grade authors in Mrs. Love's class recently celebrated a major milestone: the publication of their opinion pieces on the ultimate question - what makes the best pet? The class marked the occasion with a festive publishing party, showcasing their hard work and creative writing skills!
ONE School, ONE Book Celebration!
Join us at Harvest Hills on March 14th from 5p-7p for a fun-filled evening of 'Pages and Pancakes'! We'll be celebrating our school-wide read with a delicious pancake dinner.
Mark your calendars for March 14th and get ready to flip into the fun!
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5th-grade students engage in an exciting enrichment activity! They apply the scientific method to formulate hypotheses on which design will travel the farthest. Through experimentation, they test different variables, collect data, and analyze the results.
Reaching for the stars! Our first-grade explorers blasted off into the universe this afternoon, discovering constellations and planets using iPads!
The school board has approved updated middle school boundaries for the 2025-2026 school year with the opening of Giles Creek Middle School. These changes help balance enrollment and maintain strong educational opportunities. You can read the full article here: https://www.gpsne.org/article/2048704.
Please visit our website and click Boundary Map on the header. View the interactive map and select “Middle 25-26” to see where your student will attend next year: https://www.gpsne.org/page/boundary-map.
