Skip to Main Content
The Student News Site of Gretna East High School

The Wingspan

  • Sep 16 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 10, Lincoln Northwest - 0
  • Sep 16 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 1, Lincoln Pius X - 3
  • Sep 15 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 1, Norris - 2
  • Sep 12 / V. FootballGretna East High School - 63, Elkhorn - 21
  • Sep 11 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 3, Lincoln Northwest - 1
  • Sep 11 / V. Boys TennisGretna East High School - 3, Millard West - 6
  • Sep 11 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 7, Lincoln Northwest - 0
  • Sep 9 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 1, Gretna - 3
  • Sep 9 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 0, Norris - 3
  • Sep 9 / V. Boys TennisGretna East High School - 6, Platteview - 3
The Student News Site of Gretna East High School

The Wingspan

The Student News Site of Gretna East High School

The Wingspan

All content by Ranae Duncan
Posing for photos, Griffin students and cheerleaders hold the Currency Class B Sportsmanship Award after the State finals.

[Photo] Griffins recognized for sportsmanship as policy debate continues

Colton Knott, Feature Editor March 14, 2025

Posing for photos, Griffin students and cheerleaders hold the Currency Class B Sportsmanship Award after the State finals.

Ending their second number, "Thomas Edison" and "Weird Science," Equinox smiles out at their audience during their finals performance at the Gretna Primetime show choir competition on Jan. 18.

[Photo] Equinox takes home Best Vocals, Choreography three competitions in a row, sets high expectations for remainder of season

Jada Randecker, Reporter February 14, 2025

Ending their second number, "Thomas Edison" and "Weird Science," Equinox smiles out at their audience during their finals performance at the Gretna Primetime show choir competition on Jan. 18.

Watching the game, Athletic Director Ryan Garder stands in front of the student section at the Class B State Volleyball Semifinals on Nov. 11, 2023.

[Photo] Leadership team expands with addition of new athletic director

Madeline Petrick, Editor-in-chief February 13, 2025

Watching the game, Athletic Director Ryan Garder stands in front of the student section at the Class B State Volleyball Semifinals on Nov. 11, 2023.

Speaking aloud, senior Kathryn Albarran practices her informative speech for junior Kristin Tuff in the courtyard on Oct. 4 for their Dual Credit Public Speaking class.

[Photo] Dual credit classes to remain tuition-free for upcoming school year

Leena Macklin, Reporter December 19, 2024

Speaking aloud, senior Kathryn Albarran practices her informative speech for junior Kristin Tuff in the courtyard on Oct. 4 for their Dual Credit Public Speaking class.

After beating Duchesne in the NSAA Class B Girls State Soccer Championships on May 13, a member of the media has junior Sonora Defini sign the lens of his camera as her teammates cheer her on.

[Photo] Two GPS seniors named as finalists for ‘Nebraska Girl’s Athlete of the Year’ award

Colton Knott, Feature Editor December 11, 2024

After beating Duchesne in the NSAA Class B Girls State Soccer Championships on May 13, a member of the media has junior Sonora Defini sign the lens of his camera as her teammates cheer her on.

Under Boys Basketball Head Coach Cooper Anthony's direction, sophomores Drayke Brown and Jake Hawley and senior senior Tallan Hovie demonstrate a skill during practice for the rest of the team on Nov. 25.

[Photo] Griffins to test skills in preseason scrimmage

Emane Tchabode, Contributor November 25, 2024

Under Boys Basketball Head Coach Cooper Anthony's direction, sophomores Drayke Brown and Jake Hawley and senior senior Tallan Hovie demonstrate a skill during practice for the rest of the team on Nov....

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.

[Photo] New tradition, deadlines announced for 2025 Guardian Yearbook

Jada Randecker, Reporter September 24, 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.

After a double down the line to tie the game, juniors Easton Leahy and Tyler Cox fist bump during a Norris mound visit.

[Photo] Griffins battle, lose in heartbreaking fashion 12-7 in State Championship Game [Photo gallery]

Peyton Parker, Reporter May 20, 2024

After the final game of the season, the Griffins share a final prayer.

Embracing after their game on Oct. 28, juniors Stella Stockstill and Nyah Potoff jump surrounded by the team.

[Photo] Pre-season for volleyball team in full swing

Reese Beery, Sports Editor May 7, 2024

Embracing after their game on Oct. 28, juniors Stella Stockstill and Nyah Potoff jump surrounded by the team.

Going in for the goal, sophomore Annabelle Naylor shoots the game-winning point.

Going in for the goal, sophomore Annabelle Naylor shoots the game-winning point.

Holding the plaque up high, the Griffins celebrate their victory.

[Photo] Griffins defeat Plattsmouth 10-0, head to State [Photo gallery]

May 4, 2024

Holding the plaque up high, the Griffins celebrate their victory.

After winning districts, the Griffins pose for a photo with their plaque.

After winning districts, the Griffins pose for a photo with their plaque.

Counting down, sophomore class officer Natalie Kraaz assists with the class competition during the spring pep rally on March 12.

[Photo] Class officer applications, duties as deadline approaches

Leena Macklin, Reporter April 30, 2024

Counting down, sophomore class officer Natalie Kraaz assists with the class competition during the spring pep rally on March 12.

Cheering in disbelief, the Gretna East Media team stands as they're announced as the 2024 NSAA State Journalism Champions

Cheering in disbelief, the Gretna East Media team stands as they're announced as the 2024 NSAA State Journalism Champions

As Gretna East's name was called as first place in the 2024 NSAA State Journalism Championship, sophomore Madeline Petrick and sophomore Kate Gudenrath embrace.

As Gretna East's name was called as first place in the 2024 NSAA State Journalism Championship, sophomore Madeline Petrick and sophomore Kate Gudenrath embrace.

Dizzy and confused, sophomore Andrew Dowd trips and falls during the "dizzy bat" class competition. While he tried his best, the sophomores ended up coming in last for this particular competition.

Dizzy and confused, sophomore Andrew Dowd trips and falls during the "dizzy bat" class competition. While he tried his best, the sophomores ended up coming in last for this particular competition.

Preparing for their performance, sophomore Hallie Odermatt and the rest of the varsity cheer team wait for the music to start.

Preparing for their performance, sophomore Hallie Odermatt and the rest of the varsity cheer team wait for the music to start.

Celebrating not getting themselves eliminated, sophomore Caden Annis and juniors Grayson Fisher, Tyler Cox and Luke Silliman prepare for the second to last round of the "musical chairs" class competition.

Celebrating not getting themselves eliminated, sophomore Caden Annis and juniors Grayson Fisher, Tyler Cox and Luke Silliman prepare for the second to last round of the "musical chairs" class competition.

Watching their team's pep rally video, varsity baseball players smile and laugh with one another at the spring pep rally.

Watching their team's pep rally video, varsity baseball players smile and laugh with one another at the spring pep rally.

Watching their team's pep rally video, varsity track athletes laugh with one another at the spring pep rally.

Watching their team's pep rally video, varsity track athletes laugh with one another at the spring pep rally.

Making noise by hitting the floor, freshman Ella Gernetzke and the rest of the junior varsity cheer team supports the varisty cheer team during the spring pep rally.

Making noise by hitting the floor, freshman Ella Gernetzke and the rest of the junior varsity cheer team supports the varisty cheer team during the spring pep rally.

Making the "E" for East, the dance team performs their ritual.

[Photo] Girls basketball wins Class B District Championship

Drew Rhoades, Reporter February 28, 2024

Scanning the court in the second half, junior Hailey Levinson looks to make a pass.

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.

[Photo] Former band student, current student teacher composer of school fight song

Reese Beery, Sports Editor February 22, 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.

Practicing for the SkyHawk Speech High School Invitational, sophomores Lydia Contor and Natalie Kraaz perform for speech coach Nicole Schlautman on Jan. 30.

[Photo] After several competitions, team’s success ebbs, flows as they wind down season

Adelyn Ridley, Reporter February 9, 2024

Practicing for the SkyHawk Speech High School Invitational, sophomores Lydia Contor and Natalie Kraaz perform for speech coach Nicole Schlautman on Jan. 30.

After school on Jan. 19, students and staff warm up their vehicles and dust off the snow. Later that day, at 4:55 p.m., cell phones received a “Snow Squall Warning” saying:  "Snow Squall Warning until 6:00 pm. Slow down or delay travel! Be ready for a sudden drop to near zero visibility and icy roads in heavy snow."

[Photo] Snow blanket, cold weather puts sports on ice

Drew Rhoades, Reporter January 25, 2024

After school on Jan. 19, students and staff warm up their vehicles and dust off the snow. Later that day, at 4:55 p.m., cell phones received a “Snow Squall Warning” saying: "Snow Squall Warning until...

In 1956, English teacher Blaine Christen's uncle, Leo Christen, went missing. His car was found near the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

[Photo] Teacher’s story of missing uncle inspires creative writing class

Leena Macklin, Reporter January 24, 2024

In 1956, English teacher Blaine Christen's uncle, Leo Christen, went missing. His car was found near the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

Settled in between Principal Chad Jepsen's and Assistant Principal Jamie Ewer's offices is new Assistant Principal Michael Tomjack's office. Tomojack was hired to help the administrative team for the spring semester.

[Photo] Experienced educator becomes Gretna East’s fourth administrator

Brody Heidemann, Broadcast Editor January 22, 2024

Settled in between Principal Chad Jepsen's and Assistant Principal Jamie Ewer's offices is new Assistant Principal Michael Tomjack's office. Tomojack was hired to help the administrative team for the spring...

After going through an offensive play during practice on Nov. 17, girls basketball head coach Wade Coulter watches junior Sonora Defini take a shot  after the team runs the play.

[Photo] Girls basketball team ready to ‘write our own history’

Reese Beery, Sports Editor November 17, 2023

After going through an offensive play during practice on Nov. 17, girls basketball head coach Wade Tracy watches sophomore Maggie Pfaff rush to get the ball before junior Sonora Defini as the team runs...

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.

[Photo] ‘It’s Griffin Season’

Madeline Petrick and Brayden Hansen October 28, 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.

Load More Stories
Activate Search
The Student News Site of Gretna East High School
Ranae Duncan