We're thrilled to share that 6 out of 7 goose eggs and 24 out of 25 duck eggs are developing beautifully and on track for a healthy hatch! Today, we welcome 100 adorable baby chickens to our incubator, expanding our farm family. We're delighted to announce that one of our Harvest Hills families, who adopted some of our 2024 hatchlings, will be sharing eggs from their own flock with us this year. We can't wait to incubate and care for the next generation!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
photo of a duck egg being candled
photo of a duck egg being candled
photo of a duck egg being candled
photo of a duck egg being candled
Harvest Hills Elementary is excited to partner with the Gretna Food Pantry to make a difference in our community! We need YOUR help to make this initiative a success. Every contribution counts, and together we can help support those in need.
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Flyer with food item requests for donation: Corn - Green Beans - Peas - Carrots - Mixed Vegetables Pork & Beans - Baked Beans - Rice - Instant Potatoes Chicken, Beef, Tomato, Cream Soup - Pasta - Pasta Sauce Ramen Noodles - Mac & Cheese - Hamburger Helper Canned Fruit - Peanut Butter - Jelly - Pudding - Jello - Cereal Baking items - Cookie Mix - Muffin Mix - Pancake Mix - Syrup Dish Soap - Bar Soap - Paper Towels - Toilet Paper
We're thrilled to announce the start of our 2025 hatching season at Harvest Hills! A huge thank you to Faulkner Farms for their generous donation of eggs, making this exciting experience possible. Mrs. Stockton begins this year with 7 goose eggs, duck and chicken eggs will soon join! Stay tuned for updates on our hatching journey, and get ready to meet the newest additions to our Harvest Hills family! Pictured: measurements of the eggs to compare sizes. Another egg had a crack in it, so we decided to open it and explore rather than throw it away. There is a white dot indicating it was a fertile egg and an air pocket!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
an open egg yolk in the palm of a hand to determine size
and air pocket of an egg
a photo of an egg being candled
opening a broken egg
picture of eggs and a rule to measure
Mrs. Jones' Kindergarten class had a blast celebrating St. Patrick's Day with their 4th-grade buddies! Friendship and fun were in full bloom on this lucky day!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
two students pose with props for st. patricks day
students smile at a table in the classroom while playing a game for st patricks day
two students pose with props for st. patricks day
two students pose with props for st. patricks day
two students pose with props for st. patricks day
two students pose with props for st. patricks day
Little leprechauns in training! Mr. Sparks' 1st grade students enjoy a magical St. Patrick's Day celebration, complete with games, crafts, and treats.
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
students smile for the camera on st patricks day
student works on a st patricks day themed sheet at her desk
students work on a st patricks day themed sheet at their desks
students act silly and make faces at the camera celebrating st patricks day
student works on a st patricks day themed sheet at her desk
Lucky buddies! Kindergarten and 4th grade friends team up for a fun-filled St. Patrick's Day celebration, filled with games and smiles.
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
students play st patricks day themed games in a classroom
students play st patricks day themed games in a classroom
students play st patricks day themed games in a classroom
students play st patricks day themed games in a classroom
students play st patricks day themed games in a classroom
students play st patricks day themed games in a classroom
Tiny Trappers at Work! 1st Grade Students unleashed their imagination to build leprechaun traps and outsmart those sneaky little guys!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
students making leprechaun traps on the floor of a classroom.
students making leprechaun traps on the floor of a classroom.
students making leprechaun traps on the table of a classroom.
students making leprechaun traps on the floor of a classroom.
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!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
the pancake man working at a feed in an elementary school cafeteria
students working a pancake feed in a cafeteria
students working a pancake feed in a cafeteria
students working a pancake feed in a cafeteria
Cafeteria full of parents and kids for a pancake feed
child eating pancakes in a cafeteria
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
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna public schools logo with a g and text reading 2025 Summer Camps Gretna Playbook
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!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Student sorting lucky charms cereal at a desk
Photo of a data sheet from sorting marshmallos
Student sorting lucky charms cereal at a desk
Student sorting lucky charms cereal at a desk
Photo of a data sheet from sorting marshmallos
Student sorting lucky charms cereal at a desk
Photo of a data sheet from sorting marshmallos
Photo of a data sheet from sorting marshmallos
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.
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Students sit outside and study science materials
students sit outside and study science materials
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.
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Students on a stage performing in a choir
"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!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Students sitting on the carpet playing a go fish game in a classroom using beats.
Students sitting on the carpet playing a go fish game in a classroom using beats.
Students sitting on the carpet playing a go fish game in a classroom using beats.
Students sitting on the carpet playing a go fish game in a classroom using beats.
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!
about 2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Students in a classroom working at desks on their writing
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
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Text Reading new 10-Point Grading Scale with the Gretna Public Schools logo. Image of grading scale can be read in the article below.
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!
2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
students smile at the camera in matching shirts
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!
2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Two students play recorders at the symphony
Two students smile at the camera on their field trip to the symphony
a group of students smile at the camera
two students smile at the camera while on their field trip
students play their recorders at the symphony
Two students play recorders at the symphony
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!
2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Students play a game together in the classroom
Students play a game together in the classroom
Students play a game together in the classroom
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.
2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
A young student reads in the dark classroom with a flashlight
A young student reads in the dark classroom with a flashlight
A young student reads in the dark classroom with a flashlight
Harmony and wonder filled the air as our 4th graders experienced the magic of the symphony
2 months ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
Students sitting in chairs at the theatre