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5 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Happy Easter from Mrs. Nixon's class!
5 months 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.
5 months 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!
5 months 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.
5 months 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.
6 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!
6 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.
6 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.
At our assembly this morning, students were introduced to our March character trait of Cooperation. Cooperation is working together to reach shared goals. We will be watching for students who demonstrate this trait throughout the month of March.

Students then moved into their Guardian Groups where they worked on Cooperation by competing in a Kahoot to wrap up our One School One Book Almost Super. Miss Krula's and Mrs. Zech's Guardian Group came out on top!
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Cooperation is working together to reach shared goals
Students are sitting in the gym looking at a presentation reviewing honesty.
There are two rows of students posing for a picture as the winners of the Kahoot challenge.
This morning our February Students of the Month were recognized for exemplifying our trait of Honesty. Way to go, Guardians! We are proud of you!
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Three rows of students holding their signs for being the Student of the Month who demonstrate Honesty.
Our first day of Read Across America Week was a lot of fun. We enjoyed seeing so many hats! In case you missed it in the newsletter on Friday, here's the list of special days to celebrate reading!
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
2026 Read Across America - Monday: Hats of for Reading. Wear your favorite hat. Tuesday - Reading makes us bright. Wear bright colors. Wednesday - Better with a friend. Bring a small stuffed animal for buddy reading. Thursday - reading is everywhere - wear a shirt with a positive message. Friday - Cozy up with a good book. Wear your pajamas.

Order your yearbook today! Yearbooks are $20 and will only be sold online at https://www.buytheyearbook.com/en/ Extra copies will not be available in May, so be sure to order by Friday, March 13th! Please contact Mrs. Gibbons (mgibbons@gpsne.org) if you have questions.

6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Purple poster with a camera and pencils. Message: Order your 2025-2026 Yearbook. Online Orders Only. www.buytheyearbook.com/en Orders due Friday, March 13th. Extra yearbooks will not be ordered.
Thank you to all of the families and students that helped in our Food Drive last week. In five short days, we collected 1,110 pounds of product! All of these items were donated to the Gretna Neighbors Food Pantry on Friday. What a great way to give back to our community! Thank you again.
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Kids Helping with Food Pantry Donations
Students Helping with Food Pantry Donations
Our food drive continues until tomorrow! We love seeing our community's generosity.
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Mr. Dinslage kneels by a car with two first graders collecting food
First grade has had fun in the snow at recess!
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
6 first graders stand atop a snow pile smiling.
A large group of first graders smile on the snow.
A first grade students smiles at a snowy recess.
5 first graders are building a structure out of snow balls.
Mrs. Martin's class practiced positive honesty by brainstorming encouraging words for members of our school community!
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
A student is smiling while classmates are writing on posters to a new classmate and our custodian with encouraging words.
Two students are writing encouraging words on a poster for our counselor, Mrs. Hall.
Students write on a poster encouraging words for our lunch staff.
Just a reminder, the Falling Waters Food Drive is in full swing this week! We have already collected almost 350 pounds of product. Thank you so much for your participation! We will accept items until Friday, February 27th!
6 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
Food Donation Picture

No School Tomorrow: Due to unsafe road conditions across the district, Gretna Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 20, 2026. Any activities and events will be communicated directly by buildings, coaches and sponsors. Please stay warm and safe. For additional information, visit our website or follow us on social media.

7 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a "G" and text reading "Important Message"

NO SCHOOL ALERT - Due to the Winter Storm Warning and hazardous conditions predicted at dismissal, Gretna Public Schools will be CLOSED February 19, 2026. Any activities and events will be communicated directly by buildings, coaches and sponsors. Please stay warm and safe. For additional information, visit our website or follow us on social media.

7 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a "G" and text reading Important Message
Falling Waters Food Drive!
7 months ago, Falling Waters Elementary
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Food Donation List