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
All Grade 7 students must have a physical on file to start the 25-26 school year. All Grades 7 and 8 students, who intend to go out for sports at ACMS, need a physical on file to begin practices. School Starts on Wed. August 13, 2025!! YAY!!
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
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”.
Anannya Sahu, a 7th grader at Aspen Creek Middle School, won 1st place in the 2025 Virginia Frank Memorial Contest. She was one of 80 students in the 7th grade category and stood out among more than 350 applicants.
Anannya’s creative fiction piece—featuring characters from books she loves—earned her the opportunity to present at UNO to parents, fellow winners, Omaha Public Library board members, and the executive director of OPL.
In one of her first submissions, she earned $100 for herself and $100 for the Aspen Creek Middle School Library. Congratulations to Anannya for representing ACMS and Gretna with excellence.
For the first time in Gretna Bands' history, a middle school placed at the state Jazz festival! ACMS brought home a superior rating, two outstanding soloist awards (way to go, Braden K & Quinn B!), and placed 3rd overall! Way to go, ACMS!
On Wednesday, one of the Aspen Creek 8th grade Quiz Bowl teams won the championship at the Seward Quiz Bowl! Congratulations Jack, Beckett, Cooper, Grant and Easton! The team is coached by Jill Grant.
ACMS is hosting 5th to 6th Grade Open House on Monday, May 12th, from 4:30 to 6:30 for 5th-grade students who will attend ACMS in the fall. We look forward to seeing you there!
Congratulations to 7th grade ACMS student Anannya S. for winning the OPS Virginia Frank Writing Contest this year! This contest asks students to write an original work of fiction about a character in a book they read on their own and over. Over 350 entries were submitted from students in grades 5-8. This was an amazing accomplishment!
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
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
Recently, 17 students from ACMS participated in the regional International Academic Competition in Omaha. Of those 17 students, 11 earned an invitation to the National competition in May. Congratulations Beckett, Robert, Easton, Xavi, Emmett, Brooklyn, Carson, Nash, Harrison, Alex, and Bennett for your accomplishments at the competition.
The school board has approved updated middle school boundaries for the 2025-2026 school year with the opening of Giles Creek Middle School. These changes help balance enrollment and maintain strong educational opportunities. You can read the full article here: https://www.gpsne.org/article/2048704.
Please visit our website and click Boundary Map on the header. View the interactive map and select “Middle 25-26” to see where your student will attend next year: https://www.gpsne.org/page/boundary-map.
NO SCHOOL TOMORROW: Due to the forecasted extreme cold during arrival time, Gretna Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19, 2025. As previously scheduled, there will also be no school on Thursday and Friday.
Elementary conferences planned for tomorrow will be rescheduled, with schools providing updated information at a later date.
School Closure Notice: Due to the Winter Storm Warning and forecasted hazardous conditions, Gretna Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, February 12th. Stay safe.
2025-2026 GPS School Calendar
2026-2027 GPS School Calendar
For the first time ever, we are excited to announce that the school calendars for the next two years, 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, are now available!
A special thank you to the Calendar Committee for their time and effort in making this possible. These calendars will allow families to plan vacations and time away well in advance, ensuring students can avoid missing valuable school days.
You can find the calendars under the "Parents" section on all school websites and are available in Printable Flyers for your convenience.
ANNOUNCEMENT: District office will be closed January 1, 2025
Tonight’s the Night!
Join us at Gretna High School for the Community Parent Forum starting at 6 PM! Connect with local organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families.
Don’t miss the presentation by Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, on Youth Mental Health.
It's not too late to discover valuable resources for your family! We look forward to seeing you there!
Location: Gretna High School
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
#GretnaPublicSchools #CommunityForum #FamilyResources
