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Smiling after receiving Rookie of the Year award, vocal music teacher Nathan Wallace poses with his students for a commemorative photo.
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Three Griffin teachers recognized for excellence by community-voted awards
Colton Knott, Feature Editor • April 23, 2025

The Gretna Public Schools Foundation has announced the winners of the third annual Educational Excellence...

Posing for their "senior photo", the Greasers and Pink Ladies drive their car, "Grease Lightning", onstage for bows.
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Students embrace spirit of 1950s in production of ‘Grease’
Colton Knott, Feature Editor • April 9, 2025

The theater was filled with the pride of Rydell High and rock and roll from the 1950s as audiences gathered...

Third annual Educational Excellence Award voting due Sunday
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Third annual Educational Excellence Award voting due Sunday
Lexie Elliott, Reporter • April 5, 2025

Time is running out for Gretna students, staff and community members to nominate a Gretna Public Schools...

The proverbial light at the end of the tunnel is in sight for the Class of 2025.
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Graduation, senior events set for early May as seniors approach final stretch
Colton Knott, Feature Editor • April 2, 2025

The arrival of the fourth quarter means the beginning of the end for seniors who have been battling senioritis....

In a 7-0 win against the Hastings Tigers on Mar. 22, goalie, senior Madelyn Schaffert drop kicks the ball in an attempt to advance play.
Number 0 hands out 0s, breaks all-class shutout record
Drew Rhoades, Reporter • April 16, 2025

The varsity girls soccer goalkeeper, Madelyn Schaffert, has officially made Nebraska history. On April 7, in a 1-0 victory over the No. 1-ranked...

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During the varsity game against Lincoln East on April 4, junior Carson Herrmann holds up "The Monkey" in the dugout. The Griffins gave the Titans their first loss of the season, beating them 2-1.
‘Monkey business’ in dugout, at home plate builds brotherhood
Brody Heidemann, Broadcast Editor • April 11, 2025

Superstitions are a staple for many coaches and players throughout baseball. Whether it’s rubbing the side of their hats before a pitch, inverting...

After a throwing error from the Lincoln East defense, senior Nolan Green crosses the plate and secures the win for the Griffins.
Griffins claw their way to walk-off victory
Peyton Parker, Reporter • April 7, 2025

Two State title contenders clashed on the diamond Friday afternoon: the Lincoln East Spartans (9-0) and the Gretna East Griffins (5-3). The Griffins...

Track and field gets off to ‘running’ start after inaugural meet, athletes, coaches look forward to rest of season
Track and field gets off to ‘running’ start after inaugural meet, athletes, coaches look forward to rest of season
Aidan McClaren, Reporter • March 27, 2025

The track and field team launched into their new season at their first meet at the College of Saint Mary on March 21. Collectively, the athletes...

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Artificial intelligence is the key to modernizing education
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Artificial intelligence is the key to modernizing education
Aidan McClaren, Reporter • April 20, 2025

DISCLOSURE: This is an opinion article. Please note that unsigned editorials represent the collective opinion of The Wingspan student news...

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Fighting to get past junior Bryson Rohrer, senior Luke Johnson runs down the court in a game on Jan. 17.
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No pressure, just play: Intramural sports provide way for student participation, fitness
Easton Leahy, Reporter • March 25, 2025

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Trump’s outburst against Zelensky was un-American
Madeline Petrick, Editor-in-chief • March 1, 2025

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Surgeon General’s Jan. 2025 advisory begs the question, is it worth it?
Bailey Johnson, Reporter • February 14, 2025

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, “People ages 12 to 20 drink 3.0% of all alcohol consumed in the United...

Leveling the playing field
Reese Beery, Sports Editor • January 30, 2025

DISCLOSURE: This is an opinion article. Please note that unsigned editorials represent the collective opinion of The Wingspan student news staff...

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John Carda poses for a photo with Svetlana Boginskaya, a three-time Olympic all-around champion.
Keeping athletes in the game: John Carda’s impact on Griffin athletics
Drew Rhoades, Reporter • March 28, 2025

March marks Athletic Trainer Appreciation Month, highlighting the impact of Gretna East’s athletic trainer, John Carda. With decades of experience, he plays a vital role in athlete healthcare, injury prevention and rehabilitation within the school and...

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Practicing her poem in front of the club on Feb. 26, senior Maya Thorne expresses her feelings about violence in American schools. Her piece criticized leaders and advocated for change.
Members of Slam Poetry Club find power in words
Macy Plummer, Contributor • March 12, 2025

The classroom is quiet and the lights buzz as sophomore...

Before his open heart surgery in 2023, freshman Damon Dauel poses with the Nebraska Men's Basketball Team after being invited to come watch practice by Husker Head Coach Fred Hoiberg. Hoiberg had a special connection with Dauel as he himself had a heart condition which ended his NBA playing career in 2005.
From surgeries to sidelines, freshman finds love for sports while fighting a heart condition
Allyson Sherman, Guest Reporter • February 3, 2025

No one chooses to live with a heart condition or learning...

Lahood, sister participate in magical race, raise funds for childhood cancer patients
Lahood, sister participate in magical race, raise funds for childhood cancer patients
Brayden Hansen, Managing Editor • January 28, 2025

Rounding the corner onto Main Street at Walt Disney...

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