The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! What better way to kick off summer reading? Your child(ren) will be visiting the fair next week to create a wishlist and will have the opportunity to make purchases the following week of May 12-15 during their library class time. Parents are able to visit and purchase items anytime during that week as well from 7:30am-4pm. More information about the fair is available our site: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/gesorg All funds help us to purchase more books and supplies for the library and your support is greatly appreciated! Please contact me if you have any questions or if I can help in any way! Stacy Sanders GES Teacher Librarian ssanders@gpsne.org 402 332 3341
about 4 hours ago, Gretna Elementary
Promotional image for the Scholastic Book Fair featuring a colorful flyer and a tablet screen. The flyer highlights popular children’s books including ‘Grumpy Monkey’, ‘The Pigeon Has to Go to School!’, ‘Mini Bluey’, ‘Pokémon Essential Handbook’, ‘The Baby-Sitters Club’, and ‘The Bad Guys’. Characters like Pikachu and MrBeast are also featured. The tablet screen displays the book ‘Cat Kid Comic Club: Influencers’ by Dav Pilkey, with cartoon characters drawing on a whiteboard.
Delicious adventures await as our talented students perform Willy Wonka Kids this afternoon at 2:00 at GES, followed by an evening performance tonight! The show begins at 6:00 PM, with doors opening at 5:30 PM for a room full of sweets and treats!
1 day ago, Gretna Elementary
Pink ticket describing Willy Wonka Kids
As part of pioneer week at GES, guest speakers (the Driewer Family - whose kids went to GES), share their expertise on quilt making. Quilt making was an integral part of the pioneers livelihood and a true art. As part of the presentation, kids will be making their own paper quilt square which will be part of a larger paper quilt put together!
1 day ago, Gretna Elementary
Three women, all in historical-style dresses, stand in front of a classroom of young students seated on the floor. The classroom is decorated with educational posters, and the students appear engaged in a learning activity.
Three women, all in historical-style dresses, hold up a large quilt in front of a classroom of young students seated on the floor. The quilt features a traditional ‘Log Cabin’ pattern in shades of blue, pink, and white. The classroom is decorated with educational posters, and the students appear engaged in a learning activity.
Three women, all in historical-style dresses, hold up a large quilt in front of a classroom of young students seated on the floor. The quilt features a traditional ‘Log Cabin’ pattern in shades of blue, pink, and white. The classroom is decorated with educational posters, and the students appear engaged in a learning activity.
Three women, all in historical-style dresses, hold up a large quilt in front of a classroom of young students seated on the floor. The quilt features a traditional ‘Log Cabin’ pattern in shades of blue, pink, and white. The classroom is decorated with educational posters, and the students appear engaged in a learning activity.
Three women dressed in pioneer clothing, display a holiday-themed quilt in front of a classroom of seated children. The quilt features Christmas trees, plaid reindeer, and bright yellow stars on a white background. The children watch attentively as part of an educational presentation.
Three women in historical-style dresses, present a sunflower-themed quilt to a classroom of young students seated on the floor. The quilt has a bold design with large yellow sunflowers and green stems on a dark background. The children watch attentively during the educational quilting presentation.
The image shows a classroom filled with young students sitting on the floor and benches. Most of the children are pointing upwards with excited expressions.
Last week, 4th grade learned about how different cultures around the world eat a variety of foods for protein and to keep them healthy. Crickets are a speciality to eat in many countries. On Monday morning, Mrs. Dickes and Mr. Vos's 4th graders tried something new - BBQ grasshoppers. 🫣 Mrs. Dickes said they'd go better for a pop rather then her daily coffee! Way to be brave Mrs. Dickes and 4th graders in trying something new! 😀
4 days ago, Gretna Elementary
A group of elementary school students poses happily with their principal in a classroom. The students are smiling and gathered closely together in the center of the room. The classroom is brightly lit with fluorescent lights, and there are posters, storage bins, and educational materials visible in the background.
A group of elementary school students poses happily with their principal in a classroom. The students are smiling and gathered closely together in the center of the room pointing at their principal. The classroom is brightly lit with fluorescent lights, and there are posters, storage bins, and educational materials visible in the background.
A group of elementary school students poses happily with their principal in a classroom. The students are smiling and gathered closely together in the center of the room pointing at their principal. The classroom is brightly lit with fluorescent lights, and there are posters, storage bins, and educational materials visible in the background.
Jessie put hours of time into her Wonka masterpiece to share the news of our Willy Wonka Kids musical at 2 and 6pm on Thursday, May 1st!
7 days ago, Gretna Elementary
A girl stands smiling in front of a wall with a colorful drawing of a whimsical character holding candy.
GES’s very first clay paper airplane and second and first place winners for the Gretna Arbor Society’s poster contest and creating keychains and magnets to support next year’s musical!  All of the kids’ hard work is bringing the school to life with colorful creations!
7 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Three boys sitting at a table, smiling and working with colorful clay, with tablets and art supplies on the table; other students are in the background.
Boy with a gray sweatshirt that has the number 10 and Messi on it holding a green, blue, and red clay airplane.
Two girls holding colorful posters about planting trees, smiling and wearing medals, with people seated in the background.
You are cordially invited to Gretna Elementary's performance of Willy Wonka Kids. Performances will be Thursday, May 1st at 2:00pm and 6:00pm. Join us at 5:30 for an experience FULL of fun treats and sweets! There will be snacks, flowers and handmade souvenirs available for purchase before the show begins along with several photo ops. After the show, enjoy Hoagie's Hawaiian Ice behind the school. They will be donating 15% of their sales to the musical fund! The PTO has also put together an online auction. The auction opens today and ends April 29th. Our goal is to raise $500, with all funds going towards the 2026 musical. They are auctioning 3 reserved seating packages of four seats each (12 seats total) and 2 reserved parking spaces. Also online, you have the option to give a one-time free will donation. To visit the online auction: https://givebutter.com/c/WillyWonkaMusical The kids, staff, and many volunteers have been working hard to make this musical a success. We hope you will join us!
9 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Picture of a Willy Wonka performance at Gretna Elementary on May 1st at 2:00pm and 6:00 pm
2nd and 3rd grade Environmental Club members spent Earth Day creating posters to advertise for their upcoming fundraising event and picking up trash around the GES playground!
9 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Children drawing at tables in a cafeteria with a container of crayons.
Children drawing at tables in a cafeteria with a container of crayons.
Children drawing at tables in a cafeteria with a container of crayons.
Children drawing at tables in a cafeteria with a container of crayons.
Children drawing at tables in a cafeteria with a container of crayons. Poster says Seeds for Sale
Children drawing at tables in a cafeteria with a container of crayons. One student has a pencil and is smiling and drawing on the page.
Children drawing at tables in a cafeteria with a container of crayons.
Children outside picking up trash in a yard with one holding a plastic bag.
A group of children outside standing and kneeling in a yard with basketball hoops in the background.
We'd like to thank Author Jerry Pallotta for visiting us yesterday and sharing all about his life and his career being an author. The kids absolutely LOVED him!
9 days ago, Gretna Elementary
An adult presenting to a group of children seated on a gym floor, with a large screen displaying a landscape image.
An adult presenting to a group of children seated on a gym floor, with a large screen displaying a landscape image.
An adult presenting to a group of children seated on a gym floor, with a large screen displaying a landscape image.
An adult presenting to a group of children seated on a gym floor, with a large screen displaying a landscape image.
An adult presenting to a group of children seated on a gym floor, with a large screen displaying a landscape image.
An adult presenting to a group of children seated on a gym floor, with a large screen displaying a landscape image.
An adult presenting to a group of children seated on a gym floor, with a large screen displaying a landscape image.
🚒👨‍🚒 The Gretna Elementary Preschool classes took a special walking field trip to the Gretna Fire House Museum this week! The students had a great day meeting the Gretna firefighters, exploring a fire truck and an ambulance up close, and learning all about the important work our local heroes do to keep our community safe. A big thank you to the Gretna Fire Department for taking the time to meet with us and making this experience so memorable!
11 days ago, Gretna Elementary
A red fire truck with a group of children and adults standing in front of it.
A group of preschool children sit on a wall that says Gretna Fire Museum with flags flying in background
A group of preschool children and their teacher pose for a photo in a red firetruck smiling.
A group of children stand and listen to a firefighter.
A group of children watch a firefighter who is showing off parts of a firetruck.
A group of children watch a firefighter who is showing off parts of a firetruck.
A group of children look at a firetruck with their watching and two firefighters standing nearby.
A group of preschool children pose for a photo in a red firetruck smiling.
A red fire truck with a group of children and adults standing in front of it.
A group of preschool children sit on a wall that says Gretna Fire Museum with flags flying in background
The Gretna Elementary staff would like to thank the Gretna Elementary PTO along with all of our parents who helped make Teacher Appreciation Week so great!!
14 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Two women sit on an orange couch covered with a slipcover, posing with a yellow picture frame prop that says ‘I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU!’ and ‘FRIENDS’ at the bottom. Behind them is a backdrop designed to look like the iconic ‘Central Perk’ coffeehouse from the TV show Friends, complete with a faux brick wall and brown couch image.
Three women sit on an orange couch covered with a slipcover, posing with a yellow picture frame prop that says ‘I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU!’ and ‘FRIENDS’ at the bottom. Behind them is a backdrop designed to look like the iconic ‘Central Perk’ coffeehouse from the TV show Friends, complete with a faux brick wall and brown couch image.
Four women stand in front of an orange couch covered with a slipcover, posing with umbrellas. Behind them is a backdrop designed to look like the iconic ‘Central Perk’ coffeehouse from the TV show Friends, complete with a faux brick wall and brown couch image.
Four women sit on an orange couch covered with a slipcover, posing with a yellow picture frame prop that says ‘I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU!’ and ‘FRIENDS’ at the bottom. Behind them is a backdrop designed to look like the iconic ‘Central Perk’ coffeehouse from the TV show Friends, complete with a faux brick wall and brown couch image.
Two women sit on an orange couch covered with a slipcover, posing with a yellow picture frame prop that says ‘I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU!’ and ‘FRIENDS’ at the bottom. Behind them is a backdrop designed to look like the iconic ‘Central Perk’ coffeehouse from the TV show Friends, complete with a faux brick wall and brown couch image.
Two men and one woman stand posing with a yellow picture frame prop that says ‘I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU!’ and ‘FRIENDS’ at the bottom. Behind them is a backdrop designed to look like the iconic ‘Central Perk’ coffeehouse from the TV show Friends, complete with a faux brick wall and brown couch image.
Join us at GES on Thursday, May 1st for our Willy Wonka musical!
15 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Poster announcing a "Willy Wonka Kids" event at Gretna Elementary on May 1, 2025, with showtimes at 2:00pm and 6:00pm.
For more than 15 years, Gretna Public Schools' third graders have participated in a one-of-a-kind tradition: a history tour of Old Gretna led by the Superintendent. From the original jail and blacksmith shop to the first schoolhouse site, students explore key pieces of the town’s past while gaining pride in their community. #BeGretnaGreat #GretnaGuardians #GPSHistoryTour
16 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Superintendent Travis Lightle leaning over the front of a bus seat speaking into a mic talking to the elementary students on the bus tour of Gretna
photo inside a bus tour of Gretna of students raising their hands
Superintendent Travis Lightle speaking to a bus full of students on the history tour of Gretna
Local author and Nebraskaland editor, Jeff Kurrus visited the 4th grade this past week and asked them for feedback on his new book, The Legend of Donnie Bats. Students got a sneak peek of the new chapter book coming out in early May and Jeff provided insights on the in's and out's of being an author as well as sharing his thoughts throughout the writing process for his new endeavor. Thanks, Jeff for coming to share your time and talents with our 4th graders at GES!
18 days ago, Gretna Elementary
A classroom scene showing a man sitting in a chair at the front of the room reading to a group of elementary school students seated on the floor. The man is presenting a book titled The Legend of Donnie Bats on a screen behind him. The classroom is colorful and organized with educational posters, bookshelves, and student supplies visible. The students are attentively listening, and some wear sports jerseys and casual clothing.
A classroom scene showing a man sitting in a chair at the front of the room reading to a group of elementary school students seated on the floor. The man is presenting a book titled The Legend of Donnie Bats on a screen behind him. The classroom is colorful and organized with educational posters, bookshelves, and student supplies visible. The students are attentively listening, and some wear sports jerseys and casual clothing.
A classroom scene showing a man sitting in a chair at the front of the room reading to a group of elementary school students seated on the floor. The man is presenting a book titled The Legend of Donnie Bats on a screen behind him. The classroom is colorful and organized with educational posters, bookshelves, and student supplies visible. The students are attentively listening, and some wear sports jerseys and casual clothing.
A group of elementary school students poses enthusiastically with a guest in a classroom. The students are smiling, making fun poses, and some are pointing toward the guest standing in the center. One student holds a tennis racket, and a few are dressed in costumes or themed outfits, suggesting a special event or dress-up day. The classroom background features colorful posters, educational materials, and a cozy reading corner with an armchair.
Join us today (Saturday) at Glazed N Raised from 6 a.m. until close, or until donuts are sold out! The GES PTO will receive 15% of all sales!
20 days ago, Gretna Elementary
Promotional flyer for Glazed N Raised donut shop's event supporting Gretna Elementary School with 15% sales donation.
Mrs. Allgood's 1st grade class had a vegetable party! They have been learning all about plants, grew radishes, and now they are trying some vegetables!!!
21 days ago, Gretna Elementary
A group of children and an adult are gathered around a wooden table in a classroom setting. The table is covered with blue and white paper plates, each filled with a variety of vegetables including cucumbers, red bell peppers, snap peas, broccoli, and lettuce. The adult is slicing cucumbers while the children observe and pick vegetables to put on their own plates.
The image shows a classroom setting where a group of children and an adult are gathered around a wooden table covered with paper plates holding various vegetables. The children are picking ingredients, including green peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and celery sticks. The adult, wearing a black jacket, is assisting the children.
The image depicts a classroom setting with a teacher and several young children gathered around a table. The teacher, wearing a black top, is engaging with the students who are looking at the table, which holds various vegetables and paper plates.
The kids have been putting their all into the musical and it is all coming together! Can't wait to see you all at the show on May 1st!
22 days ago, Gretna Elementary
The image shows a young person wearing a pink hoodie with a cartoon face on the front, and blue shorts. They are standing next to a whimsical cart. The cart is decorated with colorful, fruit-themed fabric and red and white striped panels. It has a canopy with a similar fruit pattern, supported by four poles. The front panel of the cart prominently features a large blue letter "W"
The image depicts five young girls standing in a gymnasium environment, practicing a theatrical performance. They are imitating blowing a whistle with their right hands.
The image shows three children in a school setting, likely during a performance or event. On the left, a girl wears a black hoodie with arms crossed, standing with a confident posture. In the center, a boy with light hair wears a red puffer vest over a brown sweatshirt, looking slightly to the side. On the right, another boy wears glasses and a black hooded sweatshirt with a red design, holding a microphone and speaking.
The image shows a group of children participating in a play or skit while sitting in a room with wooden flooring and a green and beige wall. Seven children are visible, with one standing and the others seated. They are wearing newspaper hats, indicating a playful or creative activity. In the foreground, two children are sitting on a bench, with a colorful patchwork quilt draped over their laps. Another child is seated on a wooden chair, wearing a yellow T-shirt. In the background, a child in a yellow hoodie stands against a brown backdrop designed to resemble a room with a window and hanging clothes. A child stands to the right side of the image, holding a paper, possibly a script, and seems to be engaged with the scene.
The image shows a group of children gathered together indoors, possibly in a gymnasium. They are closely huddled with various expressions, predominantly smiling and appearing engaged. The children are wearing casual clothing, with bright colors, such as red, blue, and green, prominent in their attire.
A group of children is gathered in a gymnasium, seemingly preparing for a stage production or play. They are surrounded by colorful props that resemble a whimsical set design, including large candy-themed objects and painted backdrop panels. One prominent backdrop features a stylized volcano with red and black colors, while another has swirls in purple and white, possibly depicting candy.
The image shows a group of children participating in an activity in a gymnasium. In the foreground, three girls are in motion, extending their arms as if performing a dance or exercise routine.
Kindergarteners in Mrs. Ricci's and Ms. Boeselager's classes have been learning how to code with our BeeBot robots!
about 1 month ago, Gretna Elementary
Two young children are sitting on the floor in a classroom, engaging with an educational activity. There is a laminated math grid on the floor and one of the students is pressing a yellow and black robotic toy.
Two young children are sitting on the floor in a classroom, engaging with an educational activity. There is a laminated math grid on the floor and one of the students is pressing a yellow and black robotic toy.
Two young children are sitting on the floor in a classroom, engaging with an educational activity. There is a laminated math grid on the floor and one of the students is pressing a yellow and black robotic toy.
Two young children are sitting on the floor in a classroom, engaging with an educational activity. There is a laminated math grid on the floor and one of the students is pressing a yellow and black robotic toy.
Two young children are sitting on the floor in a classroom, engaging with an educational activity. There is a laminated math grid on the floor and one of the students is pressing a yellow and black robotic toy.
Two young children are sitting on the floor in a classroom, engaging with an educational activity. There is a laminated math grid on the floor and one of the students is pressing a yellow and black robotic toy.
The 3rd graders at GES got to learn all about local businesses today. They had guest speakers who own McDonalds, Vala’s Pumpkin Patch, and Metro Stars!
about 1 month ago, Gretna Elementary
A classroom scene where three adults are seated at the front, speaking to a group of young students sitting on the floor.
A classroom setting where three adults are seated at the front, engaging with a group of young students sitting on the floor. The man in a navy blue polo shirt is speaking and gesturing with his hands, while the other man in a green t-shirt and the woman in a light gray hoodie listen.
Mrs. Bertolini's 2nd grade class took advantage of the beautiful weather by practicing their spelling words outside with chalk!
about 1 month ago, Gretna Elementary
This image shows a group of children outside on a paved area, using colorful chalk to create drawings and write messages on the ground.
This image shows two young girls sitting on a sidewalk outside a brick building, surrounded by colorful chalk drawings and writings on the pavement. They appear to be enjoying a sunny day, engaging in creative outdoor activities.
This image features a young girl sitting on a concrete surface near a building, smiling at the camera. She is wearing a pink sleeveless top, black shorts, and white sneakers. Around her, there is colorful chalk writing on the ground
A young girl is seated on the ground, creating chalk drawings and writing on the pavement with vibrant colors.
A group of children sitting on the ground, focused on writing colorful drawings and messages on the sidewalk.