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Executing their choreography, members of Equinox strike a pose in their opener, "The Spark of Creation/Our Time".
Eastside choirs hit high notes at debut fall choir concert
October 8, 2024
Rehearsing in the black box on Oct. 1, juniors Claire Hayworth and Joel Berck, along with seniors Andrew Jones and Elena Bunker discuss the blocking with director Nicole Schlautman.
One Act adapts to the drama of ‘Jekyll and Hyde’
October 8, 2024
Hyping up the crowd on Sept. 27, the Griffin mascot prepares the student section for the game.
Gretna East unveils mascot
October 1, 2024
At the Walsworth Yearbooks fall workshop on Sept. 16, the yearbook editorial board works with cover artist Lauren Kellam to pick out materials and make a mock-up of the 2025 yearbook cover.
New tradition, deadlines announced for 2025 Guardian Yearbook
September 24, 2024
Listening, Spanish teacher Brooklyn Baldwin hears the Red Cross nurse explain the blood donation process at the blood drive on March 7.
Student Council and Red Cross team up for second annual blood drive
September 18, 2024
Standing in line, prospective customers wait for their turn to enter the Lego store on Friday, Sept. 20. The store is located between Vineyard Vines and Famous Footwear at the Nebraska Crossing outlet mall.
Nebraska’s first LEGO Store needs to build up its character
October 3, 2024
At the Gretna Farmer's Market on Aug. 24, shoppers and vendors buy and sell locally made items.
Farmer’s Market provides small-town charm, spirit for growing community
September 5, 2024
Best last-minute Mother's Day gifts
Best last-minute Mother’s Day gifts
May 5, 2024
The North Park pickleball courts located at East Angus Street.
‘Staycation’ ideas for fun spring break
March 22, 2024
Say ‘aloha’ to the new Hawaiian Bros Island Grill: superb service, poor pricing
Say ‘aloha’ to the new Hawaiian Bros Island Grill: superb service, poor pricing
March 18, 2024
Concluding their performance, junior Sloane Bailey and the rest of the dance team wave into the crowd at the fall pep rally on Aug. 20. The team revealed one of their new performances for their upcoming season.
After-hours pep rallies exclude students they aim to celebrate
September 12, 2024
Bridging both sides of the Aug. 23 scrimmage, head coach Justin Haberman talks to all the athletes, regardless of which side they are on during half time in the south endzone.
Gatorade scrimmage highlights team’s potential, reveals some areas for improvement ahead of first game
August 26, 2024
Preparing for first pitch, juniors Tyler Cox, Easton Leahy, Nolan Green and Curran Boswell along with sophomore Carson Herrmann give out fistbumps on the first-base line.
Let the Players Play
April 17, 2024
Students call for real guidance in “Career Week” over redundant “tests”
Students call for real guidance in “Career Week” over redundant “tests”
March 18, 2024
Chatting with friends, sophomores Addilyn Nikodym, Laci Smith, Seth Milne, Madisyn Wisnieski and Madilon Sedillo-Dougall (unpictured) enjoy their respective lunches together. The group ate together on Feb. 27 during first lunch.
Time to think about open-campus lunch
March 7, 2024
Bridging both sides of the Aug. 23 scrimmage, head coach Justin Haberman talks to all the athletes, regardless of which side they are on during half time in the south endzone.
Gatorade scrimmage highlights team’s potential, reveals some areas for improvement ahead of first game
August 26, 2024
Preparing for first pitch, juniors Tyler Cox, Easton Leahy, Nolan Green and Curran Boswell along with sophomore Carson Herrmann give out fistbumps on the first-base line.
Let the Players Play
April 17, 2024
Chatting with friends, sophomores Addilyn Nikodym, Laci Smith, Seth Milne, Madisyn Wisnieski and Madilon Sedillo-Dougall (unpictured) enjoy their respective lunches together. The group ate together on Feb. 27 during first lunch.
Time to think about open-campus lunch
March 7, 2024
New rules create high school transfer portal similar to college, causes unfair advantage for open-enrollment districts
New rules create high school transfer portal similar to college, causes unfair advantage for open-enrollment districts
February 20, 2024
Work piles up, causes stress after snow days
Work piles up, causes stress after snow days
February 9, 2024
Students call for real guidance in “Career Week” over redundant “tests”
Students call for real guidance in “Career Week” over redundant “tests”
March 18, 2024
Staying connected: Proposed student Wi-Fi would benefit more than students
Staying connected: Proposed student Wi-Fi would benefit more than students
October 31, 2023
Editorial Cartoon
Homecoming court replacement, Griffin Student Leaders, needs to be more inclusive
September 21, 2023
Gretna East vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Matchup
Gretna East vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Matchup
September 30, 2024
Quarterback Chase Grow (27) scrambles for a first down with a Bennington Badger in hot pursuit on Friday, September 6th
Griffins shine in historic shutout, securing first win of season against Grizzlies
September 26, 2024
Setting his feet, senior Leo Feak prepares to return the serve back. Feak won his double's match 8-2 with junior Wyatt Estee.
Varsity tennis storms over Platteview in dual [Photo gallery]
September 17, 2024
Griffins gear up for first away game
Griffins gear up for first away game
September 12, 2024
In the final leg of the Aug. 31 girls Gretna Cross Country Invitational, sophomore Avery Visser sprints to the finish line. Visser ended up taking 7th place, ahead of 48 other girls.
Gretna Invitational kicks off cross country season, team prepares for Beatrice meet
September 6, 2024
Hope Squad proudly displays their 'Hope Banner' outside of the cafeteria. The banner is filled with positive affirmations written by students and staff alike to help students feel connected and seen in our school.
Hope Squad takes on Suicide Prevention Month in its first year
September 30, 2024
On stage, Zoey Zarling practices her role as Spongebob. Zarling is on the "Sponge" team as the lead.
ACMS’ ‘Spongebob: The Musical’ takes unique approach with help of GEHS students
April 20, 2024
Guiding her seventh grade son, Cara Sillman weaves her way through the beeping egg hunt. Drew Sillman won scented putty, tactile/braille books and a free kids meal coupon from Canes.
Boys Town hosts beeping egg hunt for visually impaired children
April 15, 2024
Directing his first period band class, student teacher William Holke has students play "Lightning Field." He had students play different notes by section as the class came to a close.
Former band student, current student teacher composer of school fight song
February 22, 2024
GPS Director of Curriculum to retire after 25 years
GPS Director of Curriculum to retire after 25 years
February 13, 2024
Executing their choreography, members of Equinox strike a pose in their opener, "The Spark of Creation/Our Time".
Eastside choirs hit high notes at debut fall choir concert
October 8, 2024
Setting his feet, senior Leo Feak prepares to return the serve back. Feak won his double's match 8-2 with junior Wyatt Estee.
Varsity tennis storms over Platteview in dual [Photo gallery]
September 17, 2024
Using a water gun, head volleyball coach Mike Brandon sprays parade attendees as a part of the Gretna East volleyball float.
Small town charm: Gretna Days’ annual parade features different school activities, the community
July 27, 2024
After a double down the line to tie the game, juniors Easton Leahy and Tyler Cox fist bump during a Norris mound visit.
Griffins battle, lose in heartbreaking fashion 12-7 in State Championship Game [Photo gallery]
May 20, 2024
After beating the all-state record for most goals in a single season, junior Senora DeFini puts her arms up and runs toward Kendall Dobberstein. This record breaking goal was her 55th of the season.
Girls soccer scores State title [Photo gallery]
May 20, 2024
Gretna East vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Matchup
Gretna East vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Matchup
September 30, 2024
Griffins gear up for first away game
Griffins gear up for first away game
September 12, 2024
Week 1: Gretna East vs. Seward
August 31, 2024
Four recognized with Educational Excellence Awards
Four recognized with Educational Excellence Awards
April 19, 2024
Gretna East Media goes to Nationals
Gretna East Media goes to Nationals
April 15, 2024
Taylor Swift songs galore
Taylor Swift songs galore
December 6, 2023
Griffin's State trip ends after one game
Griffin’s State trip ends after one game
November 2, 2023
Jumping up, junior Hayden Heart returns the ball to Grand Island Northwest during the second period. The girls would end up winning the point, but losing the set leaving the score 1-1.
‘It’s Griffin Season’
October 28, 2023
Performing to an arrangement of "Skyfall" by Benjamin Hilton and Adele, the Griffin Pride Marching Band performs at their debut competition at Papillion-La Vista South's Titan Marching Invitational on Sept. 23.
Griffin Pride Band debut competition performance earns 4th place
September 25, 2023
Cast members of the school's first production, "Matilda" the musical perform at the opening ceremonies of the Gretna Crossing YMCA on Sept. 16.
Community leaders, GEHS, GHS student groups part of Gretna Crossing YMCA grand opening
September 16, 2023
The Press Box Season 2: Episode 2
The Press Box Season 2: Episode 2
September 6, 2024
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 1
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 1
August 30, 2024
The Press Box: Week 4
The Press Box: Week 4
September 29, 2023
The Press Box: Week 3
The Press Box: Week 3
September 15, 2023
The Press Box: Week 2
The Press Box: Week 2
September 1, 2023
Gretna East vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Matchup
Gretna East vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Matchup
September 30, 2024
Week 1: Gretna East vs. Seward
August 31, 2024
Play by Play: Homecoming Game GEHS vs. York Varsity Football Sept. 29
Play by Play: Homecoming Game GEHS vs. York Varsity Football Sept. 29
September 30, 2023
Play by Play: GEHS vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Sept. 8
Play by Play: GEHS vs. Plattsmouth Varsity Football Sept. 8
September 8, 2023
Play by Play: GEHS vs. O. Buena Vista Varsity Football Sept. 1
Play by Play: GEHS vs. O. Buena Vista Varsity Football Sept. 1
September 1, 2023
Play by Play: GHS vs. Bellevue East Varsity Football Sept. 22
Play by Play: GHS vs. Bellevue East Varsity Football Sept. 22
September 24, 2023
Play by Play: GHS vs. M. South Sept. 15
Play by Play: GHS vs. M. South Sept. 15
September 15, 2023
Play by Play: GHS vs. O. Burke Varsity Football Aug. 25
Play by Play: GHS vs. O. Burke Varsity Football Aug. 25
August 25, 2023
The Press Box Season 2: Episode 2
The Press Box Season 2: Episode 2
September 6, 2024
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 1
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 1
August 30, 2024
Husker Football Off-Season Preview 2024
Husker Football Off-Season Preview 2024
May 10, 2024
In their season opener on March 15 against Omaha Benson, sophomore Carson Herrmann runs to first. Herrmann had two runs and four runs batted in, contributing to the Griffin's first shut-out, defeating the Bunnies 30-0.
The Press Box: The Wingspan talks Griffin Baseball with head coach, captain
March 19, 2024
NFL Conference Championship Overview 2024: Podcast
NFL Conference Championship Overview 2024: Podcast
February 7, 2024
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  • Oct 7 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 10, Bennington - 18
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