School Supply List for the 2025-2026 School Year
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
📣 We're Hiring! Join Our Team at Gretna Middle School! 🏫💙
Gretna Middle School is looking for dedicated and compassionate paraeducators to support our amazing students and staff. If you have a heart for helping kids grow academically, socially, and emotionally—and want to be part of a collaborative and caring school community—we’d love to hear from you!
✅ Supportive environment
✅ Great team culture
✅ Make a real difference every day
📍 Location: Gretna Middle School
📅 Start Date: August 13th
📩 Apply now (https://gpsne.schoolspring.com/) or contact Matt or Megan (402-332-3048) for more details!
Tag someone who would be a great fit!
Gretna Middle School is proud to announce 2nd Semester Honor Roll (3.5-4.0 GPA) and Merit Roll (3.0-3.49 GPA) students. Please click on the links for Honor Roll and Merit Roll.
2nd Semester Honor Roll - bit.ly/3SpYMyJ
2nd Semester Merit Roll - bit.ly/4dCWsxX
We hope everyone has a safe summer!
Congratulations to the Gretna Middle School cast of Mary Poppins Jr.!!!! They were selected for an Outstanding Ensemble Award!!!!
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”.
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
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.
Congratulations to our very own Mrs. Meister (6B Science teacher)r! Not only is she impacting students in the classroom through her teaching, but she is also impacting our high school swimmers! See the full story here: https://nsaahome.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/24-25c4c.pdf
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.
Our lunch for Wednesday, February 19th will be egg and cheese biscuit.
Mrs. Oseka's Snow Dance yesterday worked again for Gretna Middle School students! We were even featured on KETV!
https://www.ketv.com/article/nebraska-gretna-students-snow-dance/63770309
School Closure Notice: Due to the Winter Storm Warning and forecasted hazardous conditions, Gretna Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, February 12th. Stay safe.
Gretna Middle School 8th Graders invite you to P.O.P. Night!
Jim Oliver, the 8th grade American History teacher at Gretna Middle School, was honored last night at the Nebraska VFW Mid-Winter Conference banquet with the Citizenship Education Teacher Award. Sponsored by VFW Post 107725 in Gretna, this award celebrates his strong commitment to teaching American history and promoting civic responsibility. His creative and engaging methods make history come alive in the classroom, inspiring students to understand and appreciate the values and traditions that shape our country. Congratulations to Mr. Oliver on this well-deserved recognition for his outstanding work!
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.
Our lunch menu has changed for the week due to the cold day on Tuesday. Please plan accordingly!
Congratulations, Gretna Middle School Honor Roll & Merit Roll Students!
We are proud to recognize students for their outstanding academic achievements this semester. View the news article on our website at gms.gpsne.org or view the full lists now:
Honor Roll: https://shorturl.at/CWefU
Merit Roll: https://shorturl.at/DKlPA
Keep up the great work!
