GHS Junior Selected for Prestigious Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program We are proud to share that Benjamin Wilderdyke, a junior at Gretna High School, has been selected to participate in the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) for the 2025–2026 academic year. CBYX is a highly competitive program that fosters cultural exchange between Germany and the United States. Each year, only 65 students nationwide are chosen to participate. As a recipient, Ben will receive a full scholarship for a yearlong stay in Germany, including opportunities to engage in events connected to the German Bundestag (Parliament). Ben is the third GHS student to be selected for this prestigious program. To qualify, he completed a rigorous application process, secured recommendations, and traveled for an in-person interview, which included navigating his first flight independently. Ben will depart in August 2025, and we look forward to hearing about the experiences and perspectives he brings back. #BeGretnaGreat #CBYX #GlobalLearning
8 days ago, Gretna Public School District
student posing for a photo in front of the Germany classroom
GHS Students Excel on National German Exam; Arya Thompson Wins Prestigious Travel Award We are incredibly proud of GHS Sophomores Arya Thompson and Collette Brown, who both placed in the 90th percentile on this year’s National German Exam—a major academic achievement! Their high scores qualified them to apply for the GAPP/PAD Travel Award, a prestigious study abroad opportunity. Through a competitive selection process with German teachers from across Nebraska, Arya Thompson was chosen to represent our state. She then passed additional testing and a national review to earn a spot on the three-week immersion trip to Germany this June. Arya becomes the third GHS student to win this award through academic testing, and we are incredibly proud of both Arya and Collette for their outstanding performance and dedication to language learning. Pictured: Collette Brown (left) and Arya Thompson (right) #BeGretnaGreat #GAPPTravel #AcademicExcellence
8 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Two students posing for the camera in the hallway in front of German class door
Filling out the FAFSA is a state graduation requirement. Please click here for more information including the "opt out" form: https://tinyurl.com/ykadtba3. Please contact your school with any questions.
11 days ago, Gretna Public School District
FAFSA Night - April 22nd - GHS
GHS Nurse News - April 2025 Read the following for information regarding student visits to the nurse's office.
25 days ago, Gretna High School
This is a pamphlet titled GHS Nurse News for April 2025. It contains information about why students come to the office. The top reason is "personal need": bandaid, being hungry/thirsty, bathroom. Parents can help by making sure kids eat a healthy breakfast, bringing water to school and getting enough sleep.
On March 26th, Rochelle Brown-Rainey, daughter of Holocaust survivor Magda Brown, spoke to Gretna High American History students. For years, Magda traveled the country, sharing her powerful story of surviving Auschwitz and Buchenwald, and later building a new life in the U.S. Magda spoke to over 100,000 people in person, touching many more lives online. After her passing in 2020, Rochelle continues her mother’s mission, sharing Magda’s harrowing story and keeping her memory and message alive. 275 students were in attendance, honoring this incredible legacy.
about 1 month ago, Gretna High School
Over 250 students in Gretna High School auditorium listening to speaker on the stage.
Gretna High School students with speaker Rochelle Brown on stage
Rochelle Brown speaking to over 250 students on stage in the Gretna High School auditorium
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
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna public schools logo with a g and text reading 2025 Summer Camps Gretna Playbook
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
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Text Reading new 10-Point Grading Scale with the Gretna Public Schools logo. Image of grading scale can be read in the article below.
Celebrating Our Oratorical Contest Winners The Gretna Optimist Club sponsors the annual Oratorical Contest, providing young people with a platform to express their perspectives on the world. This year’s topic, “How Optimism Has Guided Me Through Trying Times,” encouraged students to reflect on personal, national, or historical experiences—helping them develop both written and spoken expression skills while competing for college scholarships. One of the judges, Kathy Johnson, shared, “I was moved in all sorts of emotional directions by these students’ stories. People just really have no idea of the weight kids carry.” Theresa Huttman, Oratorical Contest Coordinator, added, “I always look forward to this particular Optimist event. I’m amazed by the bravery these students show in choosing to participate. They share their vulnerabilities in a competitive public speaking format, which most people would never choose to do. We are so very proud of each and every one of them.” Superintendent Travis Lightle says, “Public speaking is a fear for many, so it’s truly impressive to see four high school students step up and share how optimism has helped them overcome adversity. Our future is in good hands.” Congratulations to our winners: Avery Johnson (GEHS) – 1st Place Makayla Ingram (GHS) – 2nd Place Alice Drummond (GHS) – 3rd Place Gavin Luthi (GHS) – 4th Place Each district-level winner will receive a scholarship to use at a college, university, or trade school. We are incredibly proud of these students for sharing their voices and embracing the power of optimism. #BeGretnaGreat
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
four winners wearing their medals for the speech contest posing in the board room at the district office
guests attending the speech contest in the board room at the district office
Due to the potential for inclement weather, the District Final: Scottsbluff vs. Gretna HS Boys Basketball game has been rescheduled to 6 p.m. Mountain Time or 7 p.m. Central Standard Time. To watch the game live, click the link below: https://rb.gy/e0la7a
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna High School dragon logo and text reading: Game Schedule Update
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.
2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading Middle School Boundary Update
Updated Parent-Teacher Conference Information
2 months ago, Gretna High School
PT Conference update: Parent/Teacher conferences are Monday, February 24 from 4:30-7:30 pm
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.
2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading Important Message
School Closure Notice: Due to the Winter Storm Warning and forecasted hazardous conditions, Gretna Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, February 12th. Stay safe.
3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading important message
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.
3 months ago, Gretna Public School District
photo of two calendars links in the article
Please check out the Gretna High School Winter Nurse Newsletter!
3 months ago, Gretna High School
Pamphlet for GHS Nurse News for January through April. Includes information about common illnesses and guidelines for preventing illness (Wash hands, cover coughs/sneezes, do not share food & drinks)and when to call out sick (fever free without fever reducing medications and improved symptoms).
The deadline for local Gretna scholarships has been extended to January 31st!
4 months ago, GHS Counseling
Infographic: Gretna High and Gretna East Scholarship Portal. Open 12/2/24 through 1/15/25. Open to all seniors graduating from Gretna high schools. Streamlined application process in one location. Over $100k in scholarships given. Numerous scholarships available for: Those with a family history in the military, those going into the trades (2-year degree), Civic and business minded scholarships, Those attending 4-year colleges & universities, Memorial and Honorarium scholarships, Activity-based scholarships. Gretna Public Schools Foundation QR code: appcentri.com
Gretna High School is proud to announce the Honor Roll (3.5-4.0 GPA) and Merit Roll (3.0-3.49 GPA) students. Please click this link for Honor Roll: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nDM7aEKtFnNz2oBWSC4vgnXE8rfsdFo4/view?usp=drive_link Please click this link for Merit Roll: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FfPI3_JT-IlyN1_7_BRVp-pKKKH91Bw_/view?usp=sharing
4 months ago, Gretna High School
Announcement of High School Honor and Merit Roll student lists. Image has a definition of honor on a green background.
Reminder - local scholarships are due on Wed., Jan. 15th! Please see the image, your email or the Class of 2025 GHS Google Classroom for details!
4 months ago, GHS Counseling
Local Scholarships are open!
ANNOUNCEMENT: District office will be closed January 1, 2025
4 months ago, Gretna Public School District
ANNOUNCEMENT: District office will be closed January 1, 2025
Schedule Changes Due to Weather 🌧️ ACT Testing at GHS is postponed (new date TBD). GHS Cheer Competition starts at 11AM. GEHS Dance Competition starts at 12 PM. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
5 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Text reading Important Schedule Changes Due to Weather: Schedule Changes Due to Weather 🌧️ ACT Testing at GHS is postponed (new date TBD). GHS Cheer Competition starts at 10 AM. GEHS Dance Competition starts at 12 PM. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.