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Wingspan Weekly (Sixth Edition)
Wingspan Weekly (Sixth Edition)
October 24, 2025
NHS is collecting the donations listed above.
NHS Fall Festival brings fresh twist, new tradition
October 22, 2025
Wingspan Weekly (Fifth Edition)
Wingspan Weekly (Fifth Edition)
October 17, 2025
Visit the library any day during study hall in October to participate in "Chills and Thrills."
Library serves up festive activities with ‘Chills and Thrills’
October 14, 2025
Wingspan Weekly (Fourth Edition)
Wingspan Weekly (Fourth Edition)
October 10, 2025
Walking Club will use the main gym but first meet in Geiken's classroom, room 246.
Geiken steps into something new with Walking Club
October 7, 2025
Swift, Taylor (October 3, 2025). "The Life of a Showgirl". United States: Apple Music. Archived from the original on August 19, 2025. Retrieved August 19, 2025.
Taylor Swift trades tears for sequins in “The Life of a Showgirl”
October 8, 2025
Raiola and Rhule: Best duo to shake up the Big Ten?
Raiola and Rhule: Best duo to shake up the Big Ten?
October 2, 2025
ChatGPT logo is seen in this illustration taken, January 22, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/ File Photo
AI’s hidden reasoning poses new risks
September 15, 2025
U.S. right-wing activist and commentator Charlie Kirk appears at a Utah Valley University speaking event in Orem, Utah, U.S. September 10, 2025. Trent Nelson/The Salt Lake Tribune via REUTERS
Kirk’s death shows both sides are missing the point
September 11, 2025
RCA Records
Audrey Hobert’s ‘Who’s the Clown’ struggles to step out of Gracie Abrams’ shadow
August 28, 2025
High school isn't for the weak...
High school isn’t for the weak…
May 21, 2025
Raiola and Rhule: Best duo to shake up the Big Ten?
Raiola and Rhule: Best duo to shake up the Big Ten?
October 2, 2025
ChatGPT logo is seen in this illustration taken, January 22, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/ File Photo
AI’s hidden reasoning poses new risks
September 15, 2025
From athlete to ER: why moderation matters
From athlete to ER: why moderation matters
May 13, 2025
Cheering on their teammates, the varsity girls cheer from the bench as they watch their teammates on the court. The girls claimed their first win of the season against Duchesne scoring 66-21.
Leveling the playing field
January 30, 2025
During a weight training class PE teacher, Justin Haberman, helps a student demonstrate.
Student-athletes need new approach to PE
January 15, 2025
Visiting the math center after school, senior Asher Siskow gets help from math teacher Lauren Michal on his homework assignment for his Calculus 1 class. According to Michal, there was an average, 10-15 students who visited the center each week. "Centers are a good way for students to get more one-on-one help from teachers. It can also be a good opportunity to get caught up on work," Michal said. "Even if a student's teacher is not available, there are other math teachers there who are ready to help, which is a huge benefit."
GPS accountability policy not a student favorite, provides opportunity ungranted to others
December 10, 2024
Why news media must stay neutral
Why news media must stay neutral
November 5, 2024
After being announced Homecoming Queen, senior Addison Larock is hugged by her sister and her friends. "I was honestly surprised, I was not expecting that at all," Larock said. "It made me feel happy that everybody thinks about me in that way."
Gretna East embraces unity with new homecoming traditions
October 15, 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
Swift, Taylor (October 3, 2025). "The Life of a Showgirl". United States: Apple Music. Archived from the original on August 19, 2025. Retrieved August 19, 2025.
Taylor Swift trades tears for sequins in “The Life of a Showgirl”
October 8, 2025
RCA Records
Audrey Hobert’s ‘Who’s the Clown’ struggles to step out of Gracie Abrams’ shadow
August 28, 2025
Emily Henry delivers another heartfelt hit with ‘Great Big Beautiful Life’
Emily Henry delivers another heartfelt hit with ‘Great Big Beautiful Life’
May 20, 2025
A Minecraft Movie Movie Poster © 2025 Warner Bros. Pictures
Visuals steal the show in ‘A Minecraft Movie’ while story lags behind
April 15, 2025
"Sunrise on the Reaping" makes debut.
‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ connects missing dots from previous books, leaves readers with jaws on the floor
April 1, 2025
Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson/Captain America in Marvel Studios' CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD. Photo by Eli Ade (c) 2024 MARVEL
“Captain America: Brave New World” doesn’t live up to Marvel standards
March 6, 2025
Huddled together in the south endzone of the Ralston football field, running back, senior Connor Sams gives a motivational speech on Oct. 10. The Griffins went on to defeat the Rams 37-10.
Senior class goes head-to-head in second annual Battle of 370
October 24, 2025
Boys and girls lacrosse players from across Gretna helped coach aspiring players at Aspen Creek Middle School on Sept. 6 alongside Gretna boys coach Tyson Svoboda.
Gretna girls looking to start district’s own lacrosse team
September 30, 2025
Huskers and Bluejays to serve up a show in an in-state top 25 clash this Tuesday
Huskers and Bluejays to serve up a show in an in-state top 25 clash this Tuesday
September 10, 2025
Both Gretna East freshman teams pose with their trophies after going undefeated at Freshman State.
Freshman softball teams claim co-championship in state-wide tournament
August 8, 2025
Loading into his back hip and preparing to hit the baseball, Jakub "Kuba" Brown awaits in the batter's box in a game against Team Colombia. Brown played for the Czech National Team at this year's DRD International Academies Baseball Tournament in Puerto Rico.
Baseball connects Brown to heritage, global competition
May 9, 2025
Megan Sughroue poses for a photo after the 129th official edition of the Boston Marathon on April 21.
Marathon mindset drives Griffins track
May 9, 2025
The Gretna East baton twirling team holds a pose at the end of their "Espresso" routine at the Fall Pep Rally on Aug. 22.
Twirling Team grows, takes over local and global stages
October 6, 2025
New staff members welcomed, help with growing school community, population
New staff members welcomed, help with growing school community, population
October 1, 2025
Freshman Drew Sillman with his mother Cara Sillman
Battlin’ Batten, freshman fights rare disease with humor and heart
September 24, 2025
The mascot of the cafeteria, a sasquatch, stands by the ice cream freezer on Friday, May 2 at lunchtime. He holds the schedule for next week's menu in his right hand.
Cardboard mascot becomes friendly figure in cafeteria
May 16, 2025
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
March 28, 2025
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
March 12, 2025
A season full of memories ends in a hug between senior Madisyn Clarke Wisnieski and sophomore Jenna Jackson.
Cross country teams qualify for State at District meet [Photo Gallery]
October 23, 2025
Extending East’s lead to 4-0, junior Rylan Anderson drives in three runs with a shot over the left-field fence.
Varsity softball team takes fifth in EMC tournament [Photo Gallery]
September 19, 2025
During the Pep Rally finale, freshman Braden Daniels, sophomore Sabrina Nix and junior Timothy White perform the Griffin Fight Song.
GEHS wins NSAA award, celebrates spring, fall sports at Fall Pep Rally [Photo Gallery]
August 25, 2025
After receiving their plaque from activities director Ryan Garder, the girls' soccer team celebrates.
Griffins defeat Dragons 4-0, punch ticket to State [Photo Gallery]
May 10, 2025
The first senior class poses for a group photo on their last day of high school.
Seniors celebrate milestone morning at Senior Sunrise [Photo Gallery]
May 8, 2025
Posing for their "senior photo", the Greasers and Pink Ladies drive their car, "Grease Lightning", onstage for bows.
Students embrace spirit of 1950s in production of ‘Grease’
April 9, 2025
Pancake feed doubles as community event, fundraiser for Gretna Fire Department
Pancake feed doubles as community event, fundraiser for Gretna Fire Department
October 10, 2025
Green Team takes recycling to next level with new initiatives, new leadership
Green Team takes recycling to next level with new initiatives, new leadership
September 9, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 8
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 8
April 26, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 6
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 6
March 11, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 5
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 5
March 5, 2025
Griffins unable to make it three in a row, upset by Gretna in first game of subdistricts
Griffins unable to make it three in a row, upset by Gretna in first game of subdistricts
February 27, 2025
Pancake feed doubles as community event, fundraiser for Gretna Fire Department
Pancake feed doubles as community event, fundraiser for Gretna Fire Department
October 10, 2025
Green Team takes recycling to next level with new initiatives, new leadership
Green Team takes recycling to next level with new initiatives, new leadership
September 9, 2025
Griffins unable to make it three in a row, upset by Gretna in first game of subdistricts
Griffins unable to make it three in a row, upset by Gretna in first game of subdistricts
February 27, 2025
Griffins show love through life-saving donations
Griffins show love through life-saving donations
February 14, 2025
Student-athletes commit to their future teams
Student-athletes commit to their future teams
February 6, 2025
English teacher 'shows up' cancer
English teacher ‘shows up’ cancer
January 31, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 8
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 8
April 26, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 6
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 6
March 11, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 5
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 5
March 5, 2025
Hot Takes: Episode 1
Hot Takes: Episode 1
January 29, 2025
The Press Box: 2025 NFL Playoff Predictions
The Press Box: 2025 NFL Playoff Predictions
January 17, 2025
The Press Box: 2024 College Football Playoff Predictions
The Press Box: 2024 College Football Playoff Predictions
December 20, 2024
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 8
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 8
April 26, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 6
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 6
March 11, 2025
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 5
The Press Box: Season 2 Episode 5
March 5, 2025
The Press Box: 2025 NFL Playoff Predictions
The Press Box: 2025 NFL Playoff Predictions
January 17, 2025
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
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
  • Oct 11 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 0, Norris - 2
  • Oct 11 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 2, Blair - 0
  • Oct 11 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 1, Bennington - 2
  • Oct 11 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 1, Elkhorn - 2
  • Oct 7 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 0, Elkhorn North - 3
  • Oct 4 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 2, Lincoln Northeast - 1
  • Oct 4 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 0, Lincoln East - 2
  • Oct 4 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 1, Standing Bear - 2
  • Oct 3 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 0, Elkhorn South - 2
  • Oct 3 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 0, Marian - 2
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The Wingspan
The Student News Site of Gretna East High School

The Wingspan
Kaylin Hinerman

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter

Kaylin Hinerman is a sophomore at Gretna East and this is her first year on the Wingspan staff. She joined journalism because she enjoys covering sports of any kind and hopes to someday be a sports analyst. 

This year on staff she hopes to make it to State and take home any type of award.

For the Gretna East softball team, she plays second base and any other position they want from her. Outside of school, she enjoys hanging out with her friends and refining her skills for softball in any way possible. 

One thing people don’t know about her is that she was born in Texas and lived in Colorado for 11 years. She describes herself as determined when she needs to get something done, athletic and social with anyone she meets. In the future, she hopes to play college softball but major in something to do with journalism.

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The Out of the Darkness Walk will take place on the Creighton Campus this Friday, April 5.

Hope Squad joins AFSP for Out of the Darkness Walk this Saturday

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter • March 31, 2025

The Gretna East Hope Squad, along with others, will be joining the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to host an Out of the Darkness Walk to raise awareness about people in the community...

Huddled after their championship loss to Skutt Catholic, head coach Wade Coulter gives a final speech to the team before they received their runner-up medals.

Girls basketball State Championship run ends in finals loss after stunning upsets

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter • March 14, 2025

The girls' basketball team found success at the NSAA Class B Girls State Championship, going into the tournament ranked 7th, defeating top teams to find their way to the finals, ending the season with...

Omaha gets second pro volleyball team, Gretna to be home of new training facility

Omaha gets second pro volleyball team, Gretna to be home of new training facility

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter • February 4, 2025

The Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF), the organization that the Omaha Supernovas belong to, is no longer the only professional volleyball league in the country. League One Volleyball (LOVB) pronounced “Love,”...

Raising their hands, students cheer for the punt on Oct. 25 during the football game against GHS. The Griffins won this game by a field goal in overtime, 23-20.

Students, admin respond to game-day cheering guidelines

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter • December 23, 2024

After going through the fall sports season and two and a half weeks of the winter season, students are pushing back against game-day cheering guidelines they say limit their ability to show school spirit....

Best holiday gifts for teens according to Griffins

Best holiday gifts for teens according to Griffins

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter • December 12, 2024

As the clock ticks down to hearing those magical sleigh bells or lighting of the menorah ordering gifts online, guaranteeing that gifts arrive by Dec. 25, is becoming more and more of a gamble. Without...

Jumping several feet in the air, libero, senior Maggie Williams serves to Gretna High during the second period of their game on Oct. 15. The Griffins went on to win the match 3-1 and then two days later defeated Elkhorn high 3-0.

Griffins find success in Eastern Midlands Conference athletics, activities

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter • October 22, 2024

With the switch from the Metropolitan High School Activities Association (MHSAA) to the Eastern Midlands Conference (EMC), the Griffins have taken on top-ranked teams throughout the state and have had...

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