School Supply List for the 2025-2026 School Year
2 months ago, Gretna Middle School
GMS 2025-2026 Supply List

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

2 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
Any 7th or 8th-grade GMS student interested in playing fall sports. Please be sure to sign up using the links below, or parents/guardians, check your email. Reminder: A physical is REQUIRED to participate.

Football Sign-Up - https://forms.gle/iiTYuABZS5c7AKGm7
Volleyball Sign-Up - https://forms.gle/ia6sTYJyz15R3inW7
Cross-Country Sign-Up - https://forms.gle/jApYwNPm8VphWqFN7
5 days ago, Gretna Middle School
Flyer: Fall Sports Sign-Ups 7th and 8th grade GMS students interesting in participating in football, volleyball, or cross country, be sure to sign up by clicking on the link in the comments. A physical is required.

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

8 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

Gretna Middle School - School Supply List -

Physical Reminder:
Please note that all 7th-grade students are required to have a physical, and all 8th-grade students who plan to participate in sports must also have a physical.

14 days ago, Gretna Middle School
Flyer listing supplies needed for 6th grade students
Flyer listing supplies needed for 7th grade students
Flyer listing supplies needed for 8th grade students
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
about 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
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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
about 2 months ago, Gretna Public School District
GPS logo with a "G" and text reading 2025 Census Please Respond ASAP
📣 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!
about 2 months ago, Gretna Middle School
Flyer: Work with us as a Para Educator at Gretna Middle School
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!
2 months ago, Gretna Middle School
Flyer stating Gretna Middle School 2nd Semester Honor Roll with QR Codes and URLs
Congratulations to the Gretna Middle School cast of Mary Poppins Jr.!!!! They were selected for an Outstanding Ensemble Award!!!!
3 months ago, Gretna Middle School
Gretna Middle School musical cast members performing in Mary Poppins Jr.
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
Gretna Public Schools logo with QR code to Census link and text reading Please Respond ASAP
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
5 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
5 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.
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.
5 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading Middle School Boundary Update
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
5 months ago, Gretna Middle School
GMS Logo
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.
5 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading Important Message
Our lunch for Wednesday, February 19th will be egg and cheese biscuit.
5 months ago, Gretna Middle School
Flyer stating our menu has changed for Wednesday, February 19th. We will have 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
6 months ago, Gretna Middle School
Gretna Middle School Students doing the snow dance!
School Closure Notice: Due to the Winter Storm Warning and forecasted hazardous conditions, Gretna Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, February 12th. Stay safe.
6 months ago, Gretna Public School District
Gretna Public Schools logo with a G and text reading important message
Gretna Middle School 8th Graders invite you to P.O.P. Night!
6 months ago, Gretna Middle School
ASPEN CREEK & GRETNA MIDDLE SCHOOL 8TH GRADERS PRESENT “P.O.P. NIGHT”, a collaborative effort between Social Studies and English classes where students write biographical essays and deliver speeches in character as historical figures. The event, resembling a 'wax museum', invites parents and the Gretna community to listen to the speeches, contribute to fundraising efforts by dropping quarters into their cups, and celebrate the students' hard work.