Meet KC, the therapy dog at Whitetail Elementary. Since starting in December, KC has brought comfort, joy, and calm to students and staff. Whether she’s listening to a student read or simply brightening someone’s day with a walk through the halls, KC is making a real difference. KC spends much of her time in the third grade classroom with Mrs. Roberts, but we’re continuing to find ways for her to connect with even more students. Her presence is just one more way Whitetail is helping students thrive. As they read with KC, sit beside her during class, or calmly offer her comfort, Whitetail students are showing what it means to Be Gretna Great—by practicing empathy, building connections, and learning with compassion. #BeGretnaGreat

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

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.

NO SCHOOL TOMORROW: Due to the forecasted extreme cold during arrival time, Gretna Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19, 2025. As previously scheduled, there will also be no school on Thursday and Friday. Elementary conferences planned for tomorrow will be rescheduled, with schools providing updated information at a later date.

School Closure Notice: Due to the Winter Storm Warning and forecasted hazardous conditions, Gretna Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, February 12th. Stay safe.

This week, our students were treated to a fantastic performance by the Gretna East High School choirs. They captivated us with their singing, dancing, and instrumental performances, leaving everyone delighted!

Last Friday, during Guardian Groups, students took part in a directed drawing activity that revealed our book selection for the One School, One Book project. They drew "Roz," one of the main characters from The Wild Robot. We hope you’ll join us in reading along!

2025-2026 GPS School Calendar 2026-2027 GPS School Calendar For the first time ever, we are excited to announce that the school calendars for the next two years, 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, are now available! A special thank you to the Calendar Committee for their time and effort in making this possible. These calendars will allow families to plan vacations and time away well in advance, ensuring students can avoid missing valuable school days. You can find the calendars under the "Parents" section on all school websites and are available in Printable Flyers for your convenience.

ANNOUNCEMENT: District office will be closed January 1, 2025

Tonight’s the Night! Join us at Gretna High School for the Community Parent Forum starting at 6 PM! Connect with local organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families. Don’t miss the presentation by Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, on Youth Mental Health. It's not too late to discover valuable resources for your family! We look forward to seeing you there! Location: Gretna High School Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM #GretnaPublicSchools #CommunityForum #FamilyResources

Dear Parents, Guardians and Community Members, Gretna Public Schools would like to give you a friendly reminder about the upcoming Community Parent Forum, an event we highly recommend for all parents and families in our community. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: Gretna High School, 11335 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028 What to Expect: 6:00 PM – Information booths featuring local organizations that provide valuable resources for youth and families. 7:00 PM – Special guest speaker Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, will deliver an insightful talk on the impact of digital platforms on youth mental health. This forum is a fantastic opportunity to connect with community resources and gain important insights into supporting our youth in today’s digital world.We encourage you to attend and take advantage of this valuable event. We look forward to seeing you there! Please see the attached flyer and share with anyone who can benefit from this event.

Our 3rd graders have been learning their multiplication facts through engaging games and fun songs!

Our 4th graders delivered a beautiful performance at last night's Veterans Day program. They did a fantastic job teaching us about the significance of Veterans Day and honoring those who have served.

Our students had the opportunity to participate in a pumpkin decorating contest, where they showcased their favorite book characters. It was delightful to see the creativity and imagination in their creations. We’re excited to celebrate our winners!

Whitetail Creek Elementary's 3rd graders turned history into a true spectacle today at the Wax Museum! Our young historians transformed into iconic figures like The Rock, King Tut, Amelia Earhart, Jacqueline Kennedy, and J.K. Rowling. Visitors pressed a button to bring these living statues to life and hear their incredible stories. It was a blast stepping back in time with such a star-studded cast!

Join Us for the Community Parent Forum! When: November 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM Where: Gretna High School Connect with local organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families. Together, we can unlock valuable resources for our families. See you there!

Join Us for the Community Parent Forum! We’re excited to invite all parents and families to our Community Parent Forum on November 19th at 6:00 PM at Gretna High School. This event will connect you with organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families in our community. Event Highlights: 6:00 - Information booths from various organizations 7:00 - Guest speaker Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, discussing the impact of digital platforms on youth mental health Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about available resources! We hope to see you there! Date: November 19, 2024 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: 11335 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028 #GretnaSchools #CommunityParentForum #YouthSupport

Ahoy, Mateys! It’s National School Lunch Week! We celebrated with the theme "School Lunch Pirates: Find Your Treasure!" 🏴‍☠️ Our amazing Food and Nutrition teams showed their school spirit in new pirate-themed shirts, thanks to a manager who went the extra mile to make the week special. It was a fun-filled week, and GPS, along with our students, want to thank FANS for taking us on this high-seas adventure of good nutrition, where we discovered treasure in every healthy meal! #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #SchoolLunchPirates #FindYourTreasure #HealthyEating #SchoolSpirit

Our Pumpkin Decorating Contest is back! This year, your child can get creative by decorating a fake pumpkin to look like a character from their favorite book. These fun creations will be displayed in our library. For more details, check out the flyer!

This week is our Whitetail Dash, and we’re excited to have you join us! Preschoolers will dash this Thursday, and our K-5 students will take on the challenge this Friday. Let’s go, Guardians!