Gretna Public Schools Summer Libraries will be open at several school locations throughout June and July to help students stay engaged in reading during the summer months. Families are encouraged to visit their neighborhood school library to check out books and enjoy continued access to learning resources.

Summer Library Schedule

Whitetail Creek Elementary
Wednesdays | 9:00-11:00 a.m.
June 3-July 29

Falling Waters Elementary
Tuesdays | 9:00-11:00 a.m.
June 2-July 28

Harvest Hills Elementary
Wednesdays | 9:00-11:00 a.m.
June 3 -24 and July 15-29

Palisades Elementary
Every other Wednesday | 9:00-11:00 a.m.
June 10 & 24 and July 8 & 22

Aspen Creek Middle School
1st and 3rd Wednesdays | 12:00-2:00 p.m.
June 3 & 17 and July 1 & 15

Gretna High School
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on June 10, July 1, and July 15

We encourage all students and families to take advantage of these summer reading opportunities.
about 16 hours ago, Gretna Public School District
Graphic listing Gretna Public Schools Summer Library locations and schedules. Whitetail Creek Elementary: Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00 a.m., June 3 through July 29. Falling Waters Elementary: Tuesdays from 9:00-11:00 a.m., June 2 through July 28. Harvest Hills Elementary: Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00 a.m., June 3-24 and July 15-29. Palisades Elementary: Every other Wednesday from 9:00-11:00 a.m. on June 10 and 24 and July 8 and 22. Aspen Creek Middle School: First and third Wednesdays from 12:00-2:00 p.m. on June 3 and 17 and July 1 and 15. Gretna High School: Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on June 10, July 1, and July 15.
All library books are due by Friday. Some places to check for library books are under furniture, in the closet, on a bookshelf, or in the car.
2 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Happy cartoon book stands on top of a pile of books. The words above say "Library Books Due Friday."
Our morning began with our assembly where we wrapped up not only our month of Courage but we revisited all of the character traits we have worked on throughout the year. Students then moved to our final Guardian Groups where each student worked on creating a square for a school-wide Kindness quilt. We can't wait to see all of the different ideas and designs come together.
7 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Rows of students sit in the gym looking at the principal and a sign showing Courage - it is choosing to do what is right, helpful or kind even when it's hard or scary.
Three boys sit at a table with art supplies and squares to create a kindness picture.
Four boys sit at a table with art supplies and squares to create a kindness picture.
This morning we had our final assembly to recognize our April Students of the Month. These students were observed exemplifying the trait of courage. We are so proud of them. Way to go, Guardians!
7 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three rows of students holding their signs for being the Student of the Month who demonstrates Courage.
Some fifth grade classes got to try out pendulum painting in art this week. Second graders got to make trading cards using the art medium of printmaking.
8 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three girls and two boys stand around their table pressing their prints onto their papers in art. Papers have 3 rows of 3 squares.
Three boys and two girls stand around their table pressing prints onto their paper. Their papers are 3 rows of 3 squares.
5 boys and 1 girl are standing on black paper while two kids swing paint bottles from a white stand.
A group of fifth graders are observing students swinging paint bottles hanging from stands for pendulum painting.

Attention all residents of Gretna!

You will soon receive mail from the Gretna Public School District regarding the annual census. Please complete it as soon as possible upon receipt.

The good news is you don’t have to wait for the mail! You can complete the GPS Census using one of the following methods:

  • Go directly to the GPS Census form at: https://tinyurl.com/mprxjsxs

  • Scan the QR code provided in your mailing

  • Visit www.gpsne.org and select “GPS Census”

  • Return the postcard by mail

  • NEW: Drop off your completed postcard at the district office or any Gretna Public Schools building

Every response helps support district planning and enrollment projections.

8 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna public schools logo with a G and text reading 2026 Census Please Respond ASAP
Today students got to celebrate Arbor Day with a presentation from the Gretna Arbor Society Tree Board. Three fifth graders were selected as poster winners, a few fifth graders from Kindness Club got to help plant our new tree (named Marcus) and four fifth graders shared their poems about Arbor Day with the school. We are so thankful for our new tree and the opportunity to learn about the holiday that orignated in Nebraska!
20 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three fifth grade girls and art teacher Miss O'Connell stand in front of a screen that says "Gretna Arbor Day 2026 Poster Contest Theme: Trees and Pollinators Make Perfect Partners." The students are holding the posters they designed.
A group of students are working to loosen the root ball of a tree they are planting.
A group of students are scooping dirt around a tree they planted.
Four fifth grade boys are on the left and five fifth grade girls are on the right next to a tree they planted.
The mayor of Gretna stands at the front proclaiming today Arbor Day in Gretna.
Mrs. Gabriel and the Arbor Day Foundation Tree Board president hold a white flag with a green logo for Tree City USA by Arbor Day Foundation.
A girl in a light blue shirt stands at the front holding a microphone reading her poem.
A boy in a navy blue hoodie stands at the front holding the microphone reading his poem.
A boy in a black shirts stands at the front with a microphone reading his poem.
A girl stands at the front holding a microphone reading her Arbor Day poem.
Today students got to listen to author Jerry Pallotta. They learned lots of interesting facts about animals and got to see a bit of the writing process.
23 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Jerry Pallotta stands next to a screen with the blue book cover for Who Would Win: Porcupine vs Pangolin?
A kindergarten girl stands in front of the screen with her right arm stretched out. Behind is a photograph of a tiger skeleton with an outstretched paw
7 students stand in front of a screen while Jerry Pallotta moves a shark picture over them
students move their hands like a whale tail
Jerry Pallotta stands in front of a screen showing edits he made on his writing
Jerry Pallotta shows a storyboard on the screen for one of his books
Mrs. Dorram's class earned a Fort Party! What a fun Friday!
27 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
A girl and two boys hold stuffed animals standing next to a blanket fort.
Two girls and two boys kneel next to a blanket fort holding stuffed animals.
A girl sits in front of a blanket fort and a boy stands next to her. Both are holding stuffed animals.
A girl lays under a blanket fort.
A boy in a pokemon hoodie leans over the top of a blanket fort. Two boys and a girl stand behind him smiling.
Two girls and two boys are standing next to their blanket fort smiling.
Two girls and two boys are standing next to their blanket fort smiling.
Wow! Our 4th and 5th Grade Disney Musical production of 101 Dalmatians Kids was absolutely incredible today. Don't forget you have a chance to watch this production tonight at 6:00pm.
about 1 month ago, MELANIE GIBBONS
A cast picture with students in their costumes for 101 Dalmatians.
A maid, a farmer and a woman are in the. middle surrounded by kids dressed as dogs.
A student dressed as a dalmatian in a cowboy hat and boots saluting.
A boy with a green shirt and brown hat is holding a gray kanine krunchies box with 4 kids dressed as dalmatians in front of him. A farmer sleeps in a blue chair next to the dogs with a boy in an orange shirt, brown jacket and gray hat behind.
A row with 3 girls dressed as brown dogs 6 kids alternating between girls dressed as pink poodles and kids dressed as orange corgis with 2 girls dressed in black with plaid sahes look like they have paws up.
A boy in a green shirt and brown pants is kneeling with hands out, a boy with brown pants, orange jacket and hat is kneeling and a girl dressed as Cruella DeVille is in the middle.

Guardian Run Volunteer Opportunity

The Guardian Run will be held Saturday, April 25th at 8:35 AM at GHS. This event brings together elementary running clubs for a shared experience.

Volunteers are needed to help the event run smoothly. Please use the link below to sign up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FACA82BA4FA7-54829464-2025

Thank you for your support.

about 1 month ago, Gretna Public School District
Falling Waters is excited to share Disney's 101 Dalmatians Kids this Friday at 6:00pm. We hope you will join us for this amazing performance!
about 1 month ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Beige poster with dots. Falling Waters Elementary Presents Disney 101 Dalmatians Kids. April 10th at 6:00pm. Flowers will be available for purchase or there is a free will donation to help us maintain the program.

We’re excited to share that the Nebraska State Patrol and the Nebraska Department of Transportation have created a School Bus Stop Arm Awareness video to help raise public awareness. Please help us spread the word by sharing this video. https://tinyurl.com/yp6a685z

about 1 month ago, Gretna Public School District
Happy Easter from Mrs. Nixon's class!
about 1 month ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three rows of fourth graders have on white bunny ear glasses and are smiling for a picture.
This morning we had an opportunity to learn about our Character Trait for April, courage. Courage is choosing what is helpful, right and kind even when it's scary. We then moved to Guardian Groups where students completed a four corner activity and some groups decorated their Courage Shield. We will be watching for students who exemplify courage throughout the month of April.
about 1 month ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Red sign that says "Courage is choosing what is helpful, right, and kind - even when it's hard or scary."
Students had a chance to listen to our Courage song.
Three girls sit at desks working on their Courage Shield.
Two boys sit at a table working on their courage shield.
This morning we recognized our March Students of the Month. These students were seen exemplifying the trait of cooperation. Way to go, Guardians! We are so proud of you!
about 1 month ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three rows of students holding their signs for being the Student of the Month who demonstrate Cooperation.
Don't forget our final shopping days for book fair are Monday and Wednesday 3:45-5:30. To ensure a safe dismissal for our students, please wait patiently until 3:45.
about 1 month ago, Falling Waters Elementary
don’t miss it! our book fair is here. child holding a stack of books
Students in Mrs. Nixon's class had the opportunity to meet with Mrs. Gabriel to voice their ideas for our building during a persuasive writing activity. Students spoke with Mrs. Gabriel about our schedule, our playground, and our hopes for the building.
2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Mrs. Gabriel sits on the floor with students in a circle discussing their ideas brought up in their persuasive writing unit.
Students are sitting in a circle on the floor listening during a discussion around their persuasive writing.
Miss Clark’s 4th grade class enjoyed popcorn, juice, and a movie for bringing the most items in the school for our annual Gretna Neighbors Food Pantry Food Drive!
2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
three girls eat popcorn at their desks
Three students are sitting or laying on the floor eating popcorn
fourth grade students are sitting at their desks, one is on the floor and one in a red chair eating popcorn
three students are sitting on the floor eating popcorn and making silly faces
three students are sitting in their chairs eating popcorn
Last week during Read Across America there were many fun moments in addition to our special dress days. Students had a chance to continue our tradition of flashlight reading in library. Mrs. Myer's students created crafts inspired by Dr. Seuss characters.
2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
A door covered with paper plate lorax crafts and paper plate fox crafts.
Three students are sitting on stools reading with flashlights.
Two students are sitting on a couch reading with flashlights
Three students are sitting on the floor with flashlights reading.
Two students are laying on the floor with flashlights reading.