Spotlight

Lauren Alvarado receives award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Lauren Alvarado of Harvest Hills Elementary on being named K–5 Educator of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and recognizing outstanding educators in our schools.
Lauren Alvarado
photo of gary golike receiving award
Congratulations to Gary Golike on being named Driver of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and honoring the vital role our transportation team plays in student safety and success.
Gary Golike
Cindy Henning receives an award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Cindy Henning of Aspen Creek Middle School on being named 6–8 Educator of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and honoring excellence in education across our district.
Cindy Henning
Kiely Hermeling receives award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Kiely Hermeling of Gretna Middle School on being named Counselor of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and honoring those who support the well-being and success of our students.
Kiely Hermeling
photo of jeff hogle receiving award
Congratulations to Jeff Hogle of Palisades Elementary on being named Custodian of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and celebrating the dedicated staff who keep our schools safe and welcoming.
Jeff Hogle
Katie Kirchofer receives an award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Katie Kirchofer of Gretna Middle School on being named Secretary of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and recognizing the vital staff who keep our schools running smoothly.
Katie Kirchofer
Luschsinger receives award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Kiley Luchsinger of Gretna East High School on being named 9–12 Educator of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and celebrating the impact of exceptional educators.
Kiley Luchsinger
Diane Marshall receives award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Diane Marshall of Cedar Hollow Elementary on being named Special Education Educator of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and honoring educators who support every learner.
Diane Marshall
Brian Shearer receives award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Brian Shearer of Gretna Public Schools on being named Nutrition/FANS Staff of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and celebrating the team members who support our students daily.
Brian Shearer
Tiefenthaler receives award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Sandra Tiefenthaler of Aspen Creek Middle School on being named Para Support Staff of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and honoring the vital staff who help our schools thrive.
Sandra Tiefenthaler
Melanie Van Blarcom receives an award from MCL Construction
Congratulations to Melanie Van Blarcom of Harvest Hills Elementary on being named Nurse of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and honoring the healthcare professionals supporting our students.
Melanie Van Blarcom
Mark Vosler holding the Education Excellence Award
Congratulations to Mark Vosler of Gretna Public Schools—named Grounds/Maintenance Staff of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and honoring our staff.
Mark Vosler
Scott Vanderheiden - Award for Transportation
Congratulations to Scott Vanderheiden on being named Administrator of the Year at the 2025 GPS Foundation Education Excellence Awards! Thank you to MCL Construction for sponsoring and celebrating educational excellence in our community.
Scott Vanderheiden