The Harvest Hills Annual Field Day is right around the corner!

Field Day will take place on May 18th this year. Students will enjoy a variety of fun games and activities throughout the day.

Parents and families are welcome to join us and cheer on our students! We would love to have you there to help celebrate a day filled with teamwork, laughter, and school spirit.
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field day schedule

Our 4th graders stepped back in time for an unforgettable Pioneer Day! Students enjoyed eating lunch from tin cans, playing pioneer-style games, and experiencing a little glimpse of life on the prairie. It was a day full of learning, laughter, and hands-on fun.

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student dressed in a prairie outfit
students eating from the tin cans
students playing a game with chairs
students jump roping outside
students eating pioneer themed food outside
students playing a game outside in a circle
students jump roping
students in a circle outside on the grass

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.

3 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna public schools logo with a G and text reading 2026 Census Please Respond ASAP
It's BUBBLE DAY in preschool! From giant bubbles to tiny floating ones, smiles were everywhere as students explored, played, and enjoyed the simple joy of bubbles with their friends. It was a wonderful day filled with laughter, curiosity, and lots of outdoor fun!
3 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
kids playing with bubbles outside
kids playing with bubbles outside
kids playing with bubbles outside
kids playing with bubbles outside
bubbles outside
Starting our day off with the Pledge of Allegiance with Preschool! Hearing their little voices speak such big words was a powerful reminder that it’s never too early to begin learning about respect, community, and what it means to be part of something bigger than ourselves.

We are so proud of these young learners and the heart they bring to each day!
5 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
students saying the pledge of allegiance
Our 5th graders had an incredible day stepping back in time at Fort Atkinson! From exploring the historic buildings to learning what life was like for early soldiers and settlers, students were fully engaged in hands-on history. It was amazing to see their curiosity come alive as they asked thoughtful questions and made real-world connections to what they’ve been learning in class. A big thank you to the staff and volunteers who made this experience so memorable.
9 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
students watching an actor
students on a bus
students watching an actor
students on a field trip
students learning how to wash clothes 100 years ago
students on a field trip
students posing in front of a log cabin
Our 5th grade students recently earned a well-deserved popcorn reward, and it turned into an extra special experience thanks to one of our amazing parents who came in to teach them all about the popcorn popping process. From kernels to a tasty treat, students loved learning how it all comes together!
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students learning how popcorn is made
students learning how popcorn is made
students learning how popcorn is made
Students in 1st grade celebrated the letter G with a GLOW DAY!
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students writing with highlighters under a black light
students playing tic tac toe at a glow party with highlighters
students coloring with highlighters under a blacklight
students in a glow party
students in a glow party
students at a glow party
What an incredible day at our Guardian Run!

Students from all of our elementary schools came together for a 2-mile run filled with energy, determination, and school spirit. It was amazing to see so many smiling faces, encouraging cheers, and students pushing themselves to reach the finish line!
12 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
girls run club posing for a photo
teachers posing for a fun run
teachers posing at a fun run
boys run club
boys run club
boys running on a track
boy running on a track
girls running at a fun run
boys getting ready for a run
Our 3rd grade students soaked up some extra sunshine while celebrating their success with special rewards for meeting their hallway challenge goals!
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students outside at recess
student holding up his soda
students hanging out outside
students hanging out outside on a nice day
students sitting outside playing
5th graders took advantage of the wonderful weather and did some enrichment activities outside!
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students working on an outdoor classroom
students working on an outdoor classroom
Our preschoolers put their creativity and teamwork on full display!

Using blocks, they worked together to recreate our school—thinking carefully about shapes, spaces, and all the important places that make our building special!
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preschoolers making a school with blocks
What an incredible week! The Harvest Hills staff has had an absolute blast celebrating Staff Appreciation Week. Thank you so much to our wonderful community for making our educators and staff feel so loved, valued, and spoiled! We appreciate YOU!
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picture of yard signs that read "we love our staff to pieces"

Let the madness begin! Mrs. Love's 3rd graders brought their A-game for an epic Multiplication Madness tournament! It was so much fun watching these amazing mathletes show off their skills and cheer each other on. Way to go, 3rd grade!

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students holding up a final four poster with medals
students holding up prizes for winning the multiplication final four
students holding up a final four poster with medals

Mixing up our routine! Our girls running club had a blast trying out a kickboxing class to learn fun new ways to stay active. Thank you so much to the amazing YMCA volunteers from Armbrust for leading the way!

23 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
girls club kickboxing in the gym
girls club kickboxing in the gym
girls club posing in the gym after a kickboxing class
girls club kickboxing in the gym
Spring has sprung in Ms. Hedrick's classroom! Over the last few weeks, they've been busy learning all about what plants need to thrive while carefully tending to their very own mini grass “yards.” Today was the big day - they finally got to "mow" them! Great job to our little landscapers!
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pictures of small patches of grass in a classroom
student cutting grass in their classroom with scissors.
student holding grass in their classroom
student holding grass in their classroom.
student cutting grass in their classroom with scissors.
student cutting grass in their classroom with scissors.
students taking notes with their grass that they grew in the classroom
student cutting grass in their classroom with scissors.
student cutting grass in their classroom with scissors.
student cutting grass in their classroom with scissors.
The Spring Book Fair is officially UNDERWAY at Harvest Hills! We are so excited to see our students discovering their new favorite books.

Stop by the library to check out the amazing selection. See you there!
26 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
flyer for the book fair

Our 3rd graders hit the road for a fantastic bus tour of Gretna! Our Superintendent, Mr. Lightle did an amazing job sharing the rich history of our town and helping our students connect with the community we proudly call home. The kids had a blast learning about the people and places that make Gretna so special.

27 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
students on a bus tour
Kindergarten cooked up an excellent program about all types of food! We are so proud of these future chefs in the making!
27 days ago, HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY
musical concert with students in chefs attire
musical concert with students in chefs attire
musical concert with students in chefs attire
The halls were buzzing with lots of giggles and excitement this week from our preschoolers during their zoo week!
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compiled photos of preschoolers from their week of zoo
compiled photos of preschoolers from their week of zoo
compiled photos of preschoolers from their week of zoo
compiled photos of preschoolers from their week of zoo
compiled photos of preschoolers from their week of zoo
compiled photos of preschoolers from their week of zoo