February 26- 2nd grade music performance 6:30pm

February 27- Kindergarten roundup--No School for CURRENT Kindergartners

March 2-6- Gretna Neighbors Food Drive

March 3- Class Pictures

March 6- 4th grade to Holland center

March 11- 4th grade Lincoln field trip

March 16-20 - No School- Spring Break!!!

March 24- PTO meeting

March 27- PTO Bingo Night

March 31- K/1 Mission Imagination

Please remember that many classes go outside for morning recess.  We understand that everyone is excited for the nicer weather, however, students have been asking to use a coat from the office and we have been running out.  It would be very helpful if you could please ensure that your student brings their own coat to school.  We appreciate your help!

To continue prioritizing the safety of all students, we are implementing a new procedure for parent chaperones on field trips. Effective immediately, all parents who wish to chaperone a field trip will be required to complete a background check in advance. Classroom teachers will communicate upcoming field trip details well ahead of time to ensure there is ample opportunity for the background check process to be completed. All background checks will be completed and paid for through the district. Thank you for your partnership and support as we work together to maintain a safe and positive experience for our students.  If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Dickes.

One School One Book

We have finished week 1 of Charlotte's Web. Remember to bring your blue slip to put on the wall after you have finished Chapter 1-4 and turn in your trivia questions for a chance to win a prize. 

Our annual food drive will be held March 2nd- 6th.  Please see the list below for requested items.

2026 Running Club Registration is now open!  Click on the form to register. 

FORMS AND PAYMENTS DUE TUESDAY, MARCH 10TH, 2026
NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Educational course topics will focus on various skills which will assist 4th and 5th grade boys & girls in becoming healthy and self-confident athletes. Sessions will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays and will run from 3:05-4:00 pm. Students should bring a healthy snack to eat after school as well as a bottle of water, change of clothes, and comfortable shoes to run in. The season will run from Tuesday, March 24th  - Thursday, April 23rd (with the exception of March 26th). We will have a district wide Guardian Run on Saturday, April 25th (more information about the race to come!). 

Please make checks in the amount of $30 payable to "Gretna Elementary Running Club" and turn into the Gretna Elementary Office or your student's teacher.
*If you need financial assistance with registration costs, please contact the school. Financial scholarships are available as we want every student who wants to participate to be able to do so.
If you have any questions, please contact: 

Kelsi Snyder ksnyder@gpsne.org  

Kylee Christensen kchristensen@gpsne.org

Emily Francois efrancois@gpsne.org

Kristin Hirsch khirsch@gpsne.org

  We have a wish list if you are interested in donating any art supplies.  Thank you for everything you do to make your kids' art experience what it is at GES!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2I94K3732JSY4?ref_=wl_share

As we head into the winter months and the possibility of snow or ice increases, our custodial team will be prioritizing the main entrances on the north and south sides of the building. During the pick-up line, please have your child remain in the vehicle until you are near the front of the building. Additionally, the brick road can become very slippery, so using the main drop-off line is preferred whenever possible.

IDEAS NEEDED! Please join us to plan Bingo Night and Teacher Appreciation Week at our next PTO meeting Thursday, February 19th at 6:30pm in the GES Library.

If you need to contact the PTO officers, email us at GretnaPTO@gmail.com

Please ensure that any classroom treats (birthday/star student) that are sent in have a nutrition label/ingredient list on them. Many places have the ability to provide one upon request. Unfortunately we are not able to let them be handed out if they do not have a label. Please email the nurse at afichter@gpsne.org with any questions.

Please keep an extra set of clothes in your child's backpack. Spills and accidents happen and students tend to be more comfortable in their own clothes.

If you come to have lunch with a student please pull all the way forward when parking out front.  It is important to leave room for Preschool dropoff.  We appreciate you help with ensuring they get dropped off safely and quickly

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The Mission of Gretna Public Schools is to accept all students unconditionally and maximize their potential.

The mission of Gretna Public Schools is to accept all students unconditionally and maximize their potential.