On Fridays in the library Mrs. Gibbons incorporates our Character Strong trait of the month. These are the books that students will engage with in the month of November that focus on gratitude.
2 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
The books Blackout, We Give Thanks, The Best Part of the Dat, Those Shoes, I am Thankful and Thankful and Goodnight are displayed
This morning during our Student of the Month assembly, we reviewed the October trait of Responsibility and then got introduced to our new trait of Gratitude. Students were challenged to think of something they were grateful for when they wake up in the morning and when they go to bed at night. We will focus on this trait throughout the month of November.
3 days ago, MELANIE GIBBONS
Students sitting on the gym floor looking at the screen with the word "Gratitude"
Students sitting on the gym floor in rows for our all school assembly.
Gratitude poster: Gratitude is choosing to appreciate the people and things in our lives.
Congratulations to our October Students of the Month. These students exemplified our Character Strong trait of Responsibility. Way to go, Guardians! We are proud of you.
3 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three rows of students holding their signs for being the Student of the Month who demonstrated Responsibility.

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.

4 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Stephen mackey speaks photo standing with arms crossed and city behind him
Mrs. Martin’s 4th grade class practiced reframing negative self-talk to positive self-talk during SEL today!
4 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
3 fourth grade girls and 2 fourth grade boys are around a table working on a paper.
2 fourth grade girls and 3 fourth grade boys are gathered on the floor around a clipboard and paper.
two fourth grade girls and two fourth grade boys are gathered around a counter working on a poster.
two fourth grade girls and two fourth grade boys are gathered around a table working on a poster.
Tonight our fourth graders had a chance to honor veterans at their program. We had an amazing turnout of veterans connected to our fourth graders. Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸
5 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
fourth graders and their veterans sit in the bleachers for a photo
This afternoon Falling Waters got to preview the 4th grade program. During our school performance three veterans presented the colors and four 5th graders shared their essays about Veteran's Day and the veteran they interviewed.
5 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
3 veterans marching into the gym to present the colors
A fifth grade girl shares her essay in front of the school
A fifth grade boy shares his essay in front of the school.
A fifth grade boy shares his essay in front of the school.
A fifth grade girl shares her essay in front of the school.
Mrs. Myers's students got to carve a pumpkin today. It turned out amazing and they had a great time!
10 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
A student and para look inside a pumpkin.
A para and student touch the inside of the pumpkin lid.
A student and para clean out the pumpkin guts.
A student and para clean out the pumpkin guts.
A group of students and paras sit on an orange cloth with their carved jack-o-lantern.
This week Mrs. Myer's students painted pumpkins. Stay tuned for their carved pumpkins on Friday.
11 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
4 students sit with a table at a table painting small pumpkins.
5 students and 3 adults are seated around a table painting small pumpkins.
First grade enjoyed the sunny fall weather at recess today!
18 days ago, Falling Waters Elementary
3 first graders sitting on the steps of the slide
Two first graders standing or sitting on a piece of climbing equipment.
A first grade girl smiling going down a blue slide.
A first grade girl standing at the top of the climbing equipment smiling.
A first grade boy smiling climbing up the rock wall.
Two first graders climbing on a piece of playground equipment.
Today we got our dance moves out at the Falling Waters Silent Disco. Thanks PTO for such an awesome day! Everyone had a blast!
about 1 month ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Group of 5th graders with silent disco headphones
Group of 4th graders with silent disco headphones
Group of 4th graders with silent disco headphones
Group of 2nd graders with silent disco headphones
Group of 3rd graders with silent disco headphones
Adults with disco headphones
3rd graders dancing in a circle
Group of kindergarteners with silent disco headphones
Group of 1st graders dancing at silent disco
Group of kindergarteners with silent disco headphones
This morning we recognized our September Students of the Month. These students went above and beyond with showing our September trait of Respect. 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 demonstrates Respect
This week Kindergarten started their author study of Mo Willems in library class. The Elephant and Piggie puppets are always a perfect way to start this study.
about 1 month ago, Falling Waters Elementary
A class of kindergartners holding up Elephant or Piggie puppets.
A class of kindergartners holding up Elephant or Piggie puppets.
A class of kindergartners holding up Elephant or Piggie puppets.
A class of kindergartners holding up Elephant or Piggie puppets.
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
about 1 month ago, Gretna Public School District
Community Food Drive October 24 at 6pm Requested Donation items: 16oz box spaghetti noodles, 24oz jar pasta sauce, 16 oz creamy peanut butter (plastic jar), 30oz jelly, 14oz box instant rice, canned chicken canned chicken noodle soup, bbq sauce, 14.5 canned vegetables, 14.5oz canned fruit 12 oz. boxed cereal, 8ct fruit and grain cereal bars(e.g. Nutri Grain) 6.6 oz bags of Goldfish crackers

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

about 1 month ago, Gretna Public School District
Superintendent Lightle sitting at the driver seat on the bus all smiles waiting for the students to drive them home for the day
Superintendent Lightle and elementary student smiling on the bus as he gets ready to drive them home
Middle School student waving as he gets on the bus Superintendent Lightle is driving
Students boarding the school bus on their way home with Superintendnet Lightle driving
Bus full of elementary students giving a thumbs up as Superintendent Lightle speaks to them from the driver seat
Students boarding the school bus on their way home with Superintendnet Lightle driving
So many creative ideas for "Anything but a Backpack" day!
about 2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
students holding items like pillowcases, toy shopping carts and Lego boxes for their “backpacks"
second graders holding objects like a shopping cart, garbage bag and suitcase for their “backpacks"
a student with a shopping cart for her “backpack”
3 students with suitcases for their “backpacks"
Today students and staff enjoyed sunglasses and an extra recess as one of our Fun Run prizes! Don't forget that tomorrow is "Anything but a Backpack Day."
about 2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
A kindergarten teacher with two students wearing sunglasses taking a selfie.
First graders outside wearing their sunglasses.
A group of 5 fourth graders sitting on the gym floor wearing sunglasses and smiling.
A group of 7 fifth grade boys wearing their sunglasses upside down.
3rd graders outside holding up popsicles and wearing sunglasses.
Second graders outside wearing sunglasses
A HUGE thank you to our amazing Falling Waters PTO and volunteers for a fabulous Fun Run! We had a great day and are so proud of you, Guardians!
about 2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Two boys running in purple shirts
A Guardian mascot standing with our principal Mrs. Gabriel
3 third graders in bright green shirts running
A group of first graders running in bright orange shirts
A group of 4th graders in blue shirts running
A group of 2nd graders in yellow shirts walking and laughing
2 Kindergartners in Red Shirts giving the Guardian and high five
Miss Clark’s class played a would you rather game to practice this months trait of respect!
about 2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
classroom with students divided on either side of the room based on their answer
This morning we had our first Guardian Groups! These multi-age groups meet once a month. Today students met their Guardian Groups and focused on respect and listening through the activities planned by our specialists.
about 2 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three students sit on a pink couch talking
three male students sit together on the floor smiling
classroom of students looking at the screen showing a page out of the book “A Little Spot of Respect"
kids playing Simon Says