Thomas Elementary

All 452 students collaborated on Mr. Naylor's 'Make Your Mark' art project. What a creative way for all students to make their mark as one school community. Great work!

about 4 hours ago, THOMAS ELEMENTARY

Make Your Mark collaborative art project posted in the hallways at Thomas Elementary.

This morning, all Gretna Public Schools librarians came together to collaborate, share ideas, and prepare for the start of the school year. It was great to see them working, chatting, and catching up. This dedicated group is passionate about connecting students with books, resources, and opportunities to learn. We are so fortunate to have such talented individuals who are excited to welcome students back and inspire a love of reading. #BeGretnaGreat

10 days ago, Gretna Public School District

Middle School and High School librarians gathered in Gretna High School library posing for a picture

Elementary librarians sitting at a table in the library collaborating and smiling at the camera

This morning, Gretna Public Schools staff gathered at Gretna East High School to enjoy breakfast, great company, and the chance to reconnect before the new school year begins.

In the auditorium, Superintendent Travis Lightle reminded us of our WHY, the reason we show up, connect, and make a difference every single day. Every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting memory for a child and to give them the most powerful gift we can: unconditional acceptance.

He reminded us that the students who challenge us the most are often the ones who need us the most. Our mission this year is clear: ensure EVERY child feels seen, valued, and accepted.

We also celebrated staff for their years of service and recognized those who received letters for outstanding work. What a wonderful way to begin the year together.

Thank you to Ranae Duncan for capturing these moments.

#RememberYourWhy #BeGretnaGreat #EveryChildEveryDay

11 days ago, Gretna Public School District

Gretna East auditorium filled with all staff gathering for speech for new year

a group of staff members sitting in auditorium seating at GEHS smiling for camera

Gretna East cafeteria tables filled with staff members gathering for breakfast

circle of 4 staff members laughing and talking with each other

Superintendent Travis Lightle shaking hands with a staff member earning 20 years of service award

GPS board members in cafeteria talking to staff members

two staff members sitting in auditorium seating smiling at the camera

staff members seated in the auditorium waiting for speech to start

a long table in cafeteria filled with staff members laughing together and talking

board member with staff members talking in groups in cafeteria

This morning, our incredible District Office staff gathered in the parking lot before heading to the all staff workshop at Gretna East High School. These behind-the-scenes leaders work tirelessly to keep the district running smoothly and when things don’t go as planned, they’re often the first to take the brunt of it. Still, they show up with smiles, solutions, and a strong spirit of collaboration. Their work is often underappreciated, but their impact is immeasurable. We’re grateful for every one of them. #BeGretnaGreat

11 days ago, Gretna Public School District

a group of nine district office staff members who are all smiles standing in the parking lot of the district office headed out to the all staff meeting

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12 days ago, Gretna Public School District

New staff continued their training this week with a focus on foundational reading skills. Led by our incredible district reading specialists, teachers explored practical strategies to help students become confident, capable readers. #BeGretnaGreat

19 days ago, Gretna Public School District

Large group of new teachers gathered for training on new reading techniques all smiles and collaborating between desks.

classroom of new teachers sitting at desks all eyes on presenter at the whiteboard showing reading techniques

group of seven teachers sitting in classroom at desks collaborating and smiling with each other

Presenter speaking to new teachers in front of classroom while staff is sitting at the student's desks

Large classroom of teachers laughing and sharing ideas with each other

District Leaders Gather at DLR to Prepare for the New School Year
This week, all building administrators came together at DLR for a district-wide leadership meeting. The day focused on collaboration, strategic planning, and student-centered goals. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity for our leaders to align efforts, share insights, and prepare for a successful year ahead.

We are grateful for their continued leadership and dedication to building strong school communities.

#BeGretnaGreat

24 days ago, Gretna Public School District

photo of GPS administration sitting at tables with laptops at DLR for back to school planning

photo of GPS administration at DLR for back to school planning

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

2 months ago, Gretna Public School District

New Staff Members learning about technology at Gretna Public Schools

New Staff at Gretna Public Schools in a large conference room learning about technology provided to students and staff

New GPS staff at tables with their laptops learning about technology during onboarding

Bright new staff faces at the onboarding at the administration building

New GPS Staff getting one on one help as needed during onboarding

Televisions on wall in conference room with several new staff members learning about GPS technology during onboarding

New Staff at Gretna Public Schools getting hands on with their technology equipment

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

2 months ago, Gretna Public School District

Thomas Elementary has multiple para-educator positions open for the 2025-2026 school year. Flexible scheduling/days of the week & hours (up to 29.5 per week). You can apply for the positions listed above by going to the following website: https://gpsne.schoolspring.com/ Open Positions include: *Classified Building Para Educator (KG/1st Grade) (Mon.-Fri. - 8:15-2:15 PM) *Classified Special Education Para Educator (Pre-K) (M-Th.. 7:30 AM - 3:15 PM & Off Fri.) When you apply online, please put a note on the application about Thomas Elem. being your preference school within the school district. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Basye at (402) 332-5578 or email bbasye@gpsne.org for more information.

3 months ago, THOMAS ELEMENTARY

Paraprofessional openings for the 2025-2026 school year. Apply online at https://gpsne.schoolspring.com/ for the classified building para educator position or the classified special education para educator (pre-k) position.

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”.

3 months ago, Gretna Public School District

For the 2025-26 school year, we will be working with a company called School Speciality to provide families with the opportunity to purchase all the school supplies for next year with one click of a button. Online store open: April 30th - May 23rd Order Online at: www.ShopTTkits.com Enter Thomas Elementary's Account #: 44513 These supply kits will then be packaged and shipped directly to Thomas Elementary and placed in your child's classroom for open house, which is on Monday, Aug. 11th, 2025.