Gretna East High School

Congratulations to Ranae Duncan for receiving the prestigious Freda Battey Distinguished Educator Award! As a cornerstone of our Gretna East media program, Ranae’s dedication to excellence in teaching and her unwavering support of students truly shine. The Freda Battey Award, created by the family of UNL graduate and former teacher Freda Drath Battey, honors educators who excel in teaching and engage students through impactful, student-centered programs. Ranae's recognition is a testament to her inspiring role as an educator, and we couldn’t be prouder of her incredible contributions to our school community! #GretnaEast #FredaBatteyAward #EducationExcellence #UNL

Learning is most meaningful when it is ACTIVE, SOCIAL and allows students to CONNECT concepts to real life situations. REGULAR ATTENDANCE helps students builds proficiency in reading and math that will help them to graduate and be successful after high school.

On September 24th, the Gretna Public School District Board of Education was honored with the prestigious President’s Board Award, presented by the Nebraska Association of School Boards. This recognition celebrates the Board’s dedication to excellence in leadership and their ongoing commitment to professional development. Board members Greg Beach, Mark Hauptman, Rick Hollendieck, Kyle Janssen, Dawn Stock, and Blake Turpen were acknowledged for their exceptional efforts. For more details, visit the full news article on the Gretna Public Schools website: https://www.gpsne.org/article/1784950.

GEHS Softball Schedule Update Griffins are hosting their first-round game for the EMC Tournament. Date: Thursday, Sept. 12th Time: 6:00 PM Opponent: Lincoln Northwest Location: GEHS Softball Field NO STUDENT OR PARENT PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED #GoGriffs

Attention Seniors: Graduation packets have been distributed! The info can also be found at Jostens.com. Additional senior packets are available in the office if needed. Deadline to order your products is October 21 to get Fall pricing. Don't delay!

Gretna Public Schools invites the community to a series of budget forums for the 2024-25 school year. The first event is on Sept. 4 at Gretna High School, 6:30 p.m. Join us for a budget presentation & Q&A session to learn more and share your thoughts!

School pictures will be August 27. Pictures are available for 9th graders who did not attend orientation, ALL 10th & 11th graders, and any senior who would like a photo taken. Order online at: www.martinphotography.hhimagehost.com If you miss Aug 27, retakes will be Oct 24.

We invite students and parents to attend our Open House on Monday, August 19 from 6pm-7:30pm. Meet your child's teachers, tour the building, and stop by and listen to one of our informational sessions going on throughout the night. See Mr. Jepsen's email for complete details.

We're excited to announce the upcoming Picture Days across all our schools in Gretna Public Schools! Check the dates below for your school's scheduled picture day. Make sure your student comes prepared to capture their best smile! Mark your calendars!

9th Grade Orientation will be August 13th from 8:00am-12:05pm. Make sure your student & parent verification is done & laptop insurance is paid. You may purchase activity, bus, & parking passes online or in person with cash or a check. Can't wait to see all the future Griffins!

Board Member Blake Turpen rolled out the red carpet for our amazing new staff, making them feel right at home. Thank you, Blake, for your warm welcome and for helping us start the year with a smile! #GretnaProud

Check out our fantastic Gretna Public Schools paraeducators training today, gearing up for an amazing school year! They are ready to make this year the best yet for our students. Bring on the laughter, learning, and a whole lot of #GretnaPride!

Gretna Public Schools hosted an amazing Show Choir camp for students across the metro area recently. What a great opportunity and experience for all the students that attended.

We’re incredibly proud of our Gretna East freshman football team! These dedicated young athletes gave up their time to clean storm debris at our Gretna Public School buildings. Their hard work and camaraderie are truly remarkable! #Teamwork #GretnaStrong

Huge thanks to our amazing teachers for joining us at the district office for training and collaboration! Your dedication to student success is inspiring. We appreciate your enthusiasm!

Students can check their e-mail for drop and add information.

Student Verification and Bus Registration are NOW OPEN! Parents, please log in to Parent Student Records (NebSIS Family) to verify your child's info and register for busing services (if eligible). It's a quick yearly update to ensure we have the most accurate details.

Gretna East is excited to get our second year underway. We have an outstanding group of Griffins returning who will help make it a great year! Here are some important Back to School dates to get on your calendar! #GoGriffs

Our July District Newsletter is out! Learn about the new "Rooms" app for students, guardians, and staff. Get key info on student verification and upcoming dates. Read more on our website under "News."

Attention all residents of Gretna! Don’t forget to complete your annual census by June 10th. Your input helps plan for the future of Gretna and the school district as our growth continues. Thank you!