Next week is Read Across America Week! Take a look at our themed days and special reading opportunities for students and staff.
4 months ago, WENDI KISTLER
Flyer showing the themed days schedule for Read Across America Week.
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.
4 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading Middle School Boundary Update
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for March 3rd - March 13th! Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/aspencreekelementary1 #ScholasticBookFairs
4 months ago, DELAYNE SPURGIN
Save the date flyer for the Aspen Creek Bookfair in orange and red. Includes yellow and blue symbols in the graphic.
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.
4 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.
4 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading important message
Mrs. Diamond's third grade class finished up their forces and motion unit by creating skateparks! They had a blast and used their creativity to work together.
4 months ago, TRACY DIAMOND
Working hard on their ramp!
Teamwork!
This group has a rail and ramps!
They have a sponsor for their skatepark!
Creating skateparks to end our Forces and Motion unit!
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.
5 months ago, Gretna Public School District
photo of two calendars links in the article
Congratulations to these amazing students for being recognized by their teachers for going above and beyond in the area of EMPATHY! Way to go Aspen Creek Elementary's December Students of the Month!
5 months ago, WENDI KISTLER
Students who were recognized in December for showing the character trait empathy.
ANNOUNCEMENT: District office will be closed January 1, 2025
6 months ago, Gretna Public School District
ANNOUNCEMENT: District office will be closed January 1, 2025
The 2nd Graders at ACE celebrated the Holiday season going to The Nutcracker on December 13th!
6 months ago, TIFFANY HONEYMAN
Mrs. Brunswig's class pose before the Nutcracker
Ms. Honeyman's class pose before the Nutcracker
Miss Childer's class pose before the Nutcracker
Amazing ACE teachers at the Nutcracker
Kindness Club is still collecting items with their food drive. We currently are just under 1,000 items and our goal is to get 3,000 items. Let's help the Gretna Neighbors stock their shelves this holiday season!
6 months ago, DELAYNE SPURGIN
chart showing what items Gretna Neighbors is in need of during our food drive
Kindness Club had an amazing time spreading holiday cheer by ringing bells at our local Hy-Vee for the Salvation Army!
6 months ago, DELAYNE SPURGIN
Two 4th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Group of 4th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Group of 4th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Group of 4th and 5th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Group of 4th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Group of 4th and 5th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Two 5th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Two 4th graders ringing bells for doantions outside of Hy-vee.
Two teachers and two students posing for a picture outside of Hy-Vee while bell ringing for the salvation army.
Two teachers and group of students posing for a picture outside of Hy-Vee while bell ringing for the salvation army.
The 2nd Graders had a great time learning about Tony Sarg and the Balloons on Broadway. We created our own Thanksgiving Balloons and paraded around Aspen Creek Tuesday for all to enjoy and kick off the holiday season!
6 months ago, TIFFANY HONEYMAN
Mrs. Honeyman's 2nd Grade posing with their handmade balloons for their parade.
Mrs. Brunswig's 2nd Grade posing with their handmade balloons for their parade.
Miss Childer's 2nd Grade posing with their handmade balloons for their parade.
Student Council is putting together a Character Cart that they will use to help work with younger students. We are looking for donations of slightly used items for this cart such as board/card games, legos or craft supplies . Please reach out to Mrs. Heinke with questions.
6 months ago, LAURA HEINKE
Character Cart flyer from Student Council. Asking students to bring in items such as card and board games, art supplies, small fidgets, an legos by December 20th.
After learning all about matter, fifth graders put their skills to the test by making the "Perfect Pancakes"!
6 months ago, LAURA HEINKE
Photo of a fifth grade girl and the counselor standing next to an electric griddle warming up to make pancakes.
Photo of two boys sitting at their desks about to take bites out of the first pancakes that were cooked. Three boys behind them are rubbing their stomachs as they anxiously wait for theirs.
Photo of two girls eating pancakes.
Photo of four boys eating pancakes. One boy has the entire pancake in his mouth and the other three are laughing.
Photo of a girl watching her teacher pour pancake batter on the griddle.
Photo of two boys who just poured syrup on their pancakes. They can't wait to sit down and eat!
A special thank you to Staff Sargent Ryan Diamond! He is a veteran in the US Army and took time to come to Aspen Creek and talk to our 1st and 3rd grade students about what it means to be a Veteran. Ryan is Mrs. Diamond's husband. Thank you for your service Ryan!
6 months ago, TRACY DIAMOND
Photo of a Mr. Diamond, (a veteran) posing with his wife, Mrs. Diamond, and her class.
Fourth graders have been hard at work building roller coasters to demonstrate the transfer and transformation of potential and kinetic energy! There were some super creative coasters!
6 months ago, SARAH ANDERSON
three ladies pose in front of a finished home made roller coaster. It has a rubber tube loop-de-loop and some cardboard tubing.
three fourth graders pose behind their home made rollercoaster made from rubber tubing and cardboard
three students are building a roller coaster. They have attached rubber tubing to the side of a desk.
three students pose in front of a home made roller coaster built from popsicle sticks and cardboard
Congratulations to these amazing students for being recognized by their teachers for going above and beyond in the area of GRATITUDE! Way to go Aspen Creek Elementary's November Students of the Month!
7 months ago, WENDI KISTLER
Photo of a group of nominated students holding gratitude certificates.
Tonight’s the Night! Join us at Gretna High School for the Community Parent Forum starting at 6 PM! Connect with local organizations dedicated to supporting youth and families. Don’t miss the presentation by Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, on Youth Mental Health. It's not too late to discover valuable resources for your family! We look forward to seeing you there! Location: Gretna High School Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM #GretnaPublicSchools #CommunityForum #FamilyResources
7 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Text Reading: Community Parent Forum November 19th at Gretna High School - Informational Booths and Guest Speaker Jay Martin
Dear Parents, Guardians and Community Members, Gretna Public Schools would like to give you a friendly reminder about the upcoming Community Parent Forum, an event we highly recommend for all parents and families in our community. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: Gretna High School, 11335 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028 What to Expect: 6:00 PM – Information booths featuring local organizations that provide valuable resources for youth and families. 7:00 PM – Special guest speaker Jay Martin, NDE Director of School Safety and Security, will deliver an insightful talk on the impact of digital platforms on youth mental health. This forum is a fantastic opportunity to connect with community resources and gain important insights into supporting our youth in today’s digital world.We encourage you to attend and take advantage of this valuable event. We look forward to seeing you there! Please see the attached flyer and share with anyone who can benefit from this event.
7 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Community Parent Forum hosted by Gretna Public School District on November 19th at Gretna High School 6:00-8:00 pm an invitation to all parents and community members.