What Students Wish Adults Knew — Tonight at Gretna High!
Join Gretna Public Schools for an evening with Stephen Mackey, co-author of The Locker Room.
Exhibits begin at 6:00 PM and the presentation starts at 7:00 PM.
Come listen, learn, and connect with your community.
Tonight’s the conversation you don’t want to miss.
Our annual food drive begins next week!
Community Opportunity Tailgate & Food Drive
Date: October 24 | Time: 6 PM
Hy-Vee tailgate available for purchase!
Come hang out, enjoy some food, and support the Gretna Backpack Program. Make an impact in our community!
#GretnaBackpack #CommunityUnity #BeGretnaGreat
Date: October 24 | Time: 6 PM
Hy-Vee tailgate available for purchase!
Come hang out, enjoy some food, and support the Gretna Backpack Program. Make an impact in our community!
#GretnaBackpack #CommunityUnity #BeGretnaGreat
Today Superintendent Lightle stepped into a new role as school bus driver. From elementary to high school, students were surprised to see him behind the wheel. Our elementary students showed their approval with big smiles and a thumbs up. It was a wonderful reminder that leadership means being ready to help wherever needed. Thank you to Superintendent Lightle and all of our dedicated staff who make sure students arrive safely every day. #BeGretnaGreat
Congratulations to our Character Strong students of the week for the trait of Kindness. Our staff winners were Nurse Macke and Mrs. Gibbs. Way to go!!
Congratulations on a successful first three days of school! We are so proud of all of our students, and can't wait to see you on Monday.
This morning, all Gretna Public Schools librarians came together to collaborate, share ideas, and prepare for the start of the school year. It was great to see them working, chatting, and catching up. This dedicated group is passionate about connecting students with books, resources, and opportunities to learn. We are so fortunate to have such talented individuals who are excited to welcome students back and inspire a love of reading. #BeGretnaGreat
This morning, Gretna Public Schools staff gathered at Gretna East High School to enjoy breakfast, great company, and the chance to reconnect before the new school year begins.
In the auditorium, Superintendent Travis Lightle reminded us of our WHY, the reason we show up, connect, and make a difference every single day. Every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting memory for a child and to give them the most powerful gift we can: unconditional acceptance.
He reminded us that the students who challenge us the most are often the ones who need us the most. Our mission this year is clear: ensure EVERY child feels seen, valued, and accepted.
We also celebrated staff for their years of service and recognized those who received letters for outstanding work. What a wonderful way to begin the year together.
Thank you to Ranae Duncan for capturing these moments.
#RememberYourWhy #BeGretnaGreat #EveryChildEveryDay
This morning, our incredible District Office staff gathered in the parking lot before heading to the all staff workshop at Gretna East High School. These behind-the-scenes leaders work tirelessly to keep the district running smoothly and when things don’t go as planned, they’re often the first to take the brunt of it. Still, they show up with smiles, solutions, and a strong spirit of collaboration. Their work is often underappreciated, but their impact is immeasurable. We’re grateful for every one of them. #BeGretnaGreat
Welcome to Palisades, Mrs. Gibbs!
Hello! My name is Jenn Gibbs and I am so excited to be joining Palisades this year as a special education teacher! This will be my 15th year teaching elementary special education. My husband, Josh, teaches at Gretna High School and we have two children, Oliver (7th grade) and Amelia (2nd grade). We love being part of the Gretna community and I am eager to meet the families and students at this amazing school!
Hello! My name is Jenn Gibbs and I am so excited to be joining Palisades this year as a special education teacher! This will be my 15th year teaching elementary special education. My husband, Josh, teaches at Gretna High School and we have two children, Oliver (7th grade) and Amelia (2nd grade). We love being part of the Gretna community and I am eager to meet the families and students at this amazing school!
Welcome to Palisades Mrs. Stinnette!
Hi! My name is Sierra Stinnette and I will be teaching kindergarten at Palisades this year. This will be my fourth year teaching. Before this, I taught preschool, third, and first grade in Lincoln. My husband and I recently moved to Gretna and have loved the community here. I am looking forward to a great school year getting to know the amazing students and families at Palisades!
Hi! My name is Sierra Stinnette and I will be teaching kindergarten at Palisades this year. This will be my fourth year teaching. Before this, I taught preschool, third, and first grade in Lincoln. My husband and I recently moved to Gretna and have loved the community here. I am looking forward to a great school year getting to know the amazing students and families at Palisades!
Gretna Public Schools Parents/Guardians,
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Thank you so much for your understanding, and we apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
Gretna Public Schools Administration
We are currently experiencing high traffic on NebSIS Family as many parents/guardians are logging in to view schedules and letters. As a result, some users may notice that their documents are loading slowly. They should appear once system traffic decreases.
If you have already completed Student Verification, please do not submit it again. We kindly ask for your patience and recommend trying again later. If schedules or letters are still not loading after a few hours, please feel free to contact us for assistance.
Thank you so much for your understanding, and we apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
Gretna Public Schools Administration
New staff continued their training this week with a focus on foundational reading skills. Led by our incredible district reading specialists, teachers explored practical strategies to help students become confident, capable readers. #BeGretnaGreat
District Leaders Gather at DLR to Prepare for the New School Year
This week, all building administrators came together at DLR for a district-wide leadership meeting. The day focused on collaboration, strategic planning, and student-centered goals. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity for our leaders to align efforts, share insights, and prepare for a successful year ahead.
We are grateful for their continued leadership and dedication to building strong school communities.
#BeGretnaGreat
This week, we’ve been welcoming new team members to Gretna Public Schools as they begin their onboarding and orientation process. Whether in the classroom, administration, support roles, or operations, these dedicated professionals are learning about our district’s mission, values, and commitment to student success. We’re proud to grow our team with passionate individuals who play a vital role in building a strong foundation for a lifetime of success for every student.
#BeGretnaGreat #NewStaff #GretnaPublicSchools #BuildingOurFuture #TeamGretna
Attention All Gretna Residents!
Thank you to everyone who has already completed the annual Census. If you haven’t yet, please take a moment to complete it by June 18th. Your participation is vital—it helps shape the future of Gretna and supports the growth of our school district.
There are four easy ways to complete the Census:
• Fill out the form directly.
• Scan the QR code.
• Use the postcard you received in the mail.
• Visit www.gpsne.org and click on “GPS Census.”
We appreciate your time and help with this important community effort!
Census Form: https://tinyurl.com/n4hrvuj6
Happy Summer to all of our Palisades families, and best of luck to our fifth graders as they head to Middle School!
Congratulations to the fifth grade, and Mr. Balcer, for their amazing Night of Memories performance!
We’re proud of our young artists. Eight talented Gretna Public Schools students in grades 3–5 entered the Optimist Club’s art contest, creating pieces based on the theme “Bringing Out the Best.”
The Optimist Club selected the top three entries, and today those winners were invited to share their artwork at the Optimist Club breakfast.
Each student received a set of notecards featuring their artwork on the front, and the Optimist Club will use additional printed sets as Thank You notes.
Congratulations to our winners (pictured left to right):
Cora Michalski, 3rd grade, Whitetail
Leah Pedersen, 3rd grade, Palisades
Harper Doeden, 3rd grade, Whitetail
#BeGretnaGreat #StudentSuccess #GretnaPride #BringingOutTheBest
Attention all residents of Gretna! You will soon receive mail from the Gretna Public School District regarding the census, which must be completed as soon as possible. The great news is that you don’t have to wait for the mail! You can complete the census using one of the following three methods:
• Go directly to the form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScS7yXo4YjhWgSZw-9dII8BaAAcqckBlQE0o6RQfyztsi-z8w/viewform
• Scan the QR code.
• Visit www.gpsne.org and select “GPS Census”.