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Sarpy County Sheriffs Department to host annual Summer Camp
Sarpy County Sheriff’s Department to host annual Summer Camp
May 17, 2024
End of year electronic procedures
End of year electronic procedures
May 17, 2024
In April Martins CP Geometry class, student teacher Connor Grant goes over notes from the lesson. In addition to being a Gretna alum, Grants sister, freshman Morgan Grant, is in Martins CP Geometry class.
Student teachers to receive stipend in GPS
May 6, 2024
Chipping from the fairway, junior Cole Edwards looks to finish the hole strong against Arlington High School.
Golf team places high against wind, Barth secures second win
May 3, 2024
Counting down, sophomore class officer Natalie Kraaz assists with the class competition during the spring pep rally on March 12.
Class officer applications, duties as deadline approaches
April 30, 2024
Best last-minute Mothers 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
Last minute gift ideas for teens
December 22, 2023
Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4 Season OG. was available for one month and brought millions back to the free, web-based game.
‘Fortnite O.G.’ nice while it lasted
December 21, 2023
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
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
Time to show up, show out for Nebrasketball
Time to show up, show out for Nebrasketball
February 17, 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
Counting the days; Gretna’s amount of school days compared to other districts
Counting the days; Gretna’s amount of school days compared to other districts
January 26, 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
After scoring the third run of the inning against Blair, third baseman, junior Tanner Erdkamp tosses his helmet and runs back to the dugout to celebrate with his team during the State semifinal matchup.
Baseball team gears up for State Title game
May 17, 2024
Following a Carson Herrmann (10) line-drive, Easton Leahy (11) rounds third-base and heads home to score the games first run.
Baseball team soars onto second round
May 12, 2024
Husker Football Off-Season Preview 2024
Husker Football Off-Season Preview 2024
May 10, 2024
Before the second half, the team huddles on the side line.
Girls’ soccer team wins first round of State Championship, plans for next game [Photo gallery]
May 9, 2024
Embracing after their game on Oct. 28, juniors Stella Stockstill and Nyah Potoff jump surrounded by the team.
Pre-season for volleyball team in full swing
May 7, 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
Playing through their campaign on Feb. 1, Katelyn Clayton (9) and Abigail Sullivan (9) laugh with the rest of their campaign group.
Rolling the dice: Dungeons and Dragons Club sparks imagination, connection among students
February 8, 2024
Before the second half, the team huddles on the side line.
Girls’ soccer team wins first round of State Championship, plans for next game [Photo gallery]
May 9, 2024
Holding the plaque up high, the Griffins celebrate their victory.
Griffins defeat Plattsmouth 10-0, head to State [Photo gallery]
May 4, 2024
Donations piling up, the football boosters collect more items from donors.
Football Booster Club leads efforts to aid tornado-affected families in Griffin community
April 27, 2024
Preparing for his first throw, sophomore Connor Sams holds the shot put in his hands before attempting his first throw of the meet.
JV track competes against Ashland Greenwood in home meet [Photo Gallery]
April 4, 2024
Stealing the ball from the attacking opponent, junior Timothy Thang prevents a goal early in the first half.
Griffins fight back after being down 0-1 at halftime for 2-1 win
April 3, 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
Griffins defeat Vikings, head to semifinals of NSAA Class B Girls Basketball Championship Tournament
Griffins defeat Vikings, head to semifinals of NSAA Class B Girls Basketball Championship Tournament
March 1, 2024
Taylor Swift songs galore
Taylor Swift songs galore
December 6, 2023
Griffins State trip ends after one game
Griffin’s State trip ends after one game
November 2, 2023
Taylor Swift songs galore
Taylor Swift songs galore
December 6, 2023
Griffins 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 Souths Titan Marching Invitational on Sept. 23.
Griffin Pride Band debut competition performance earns 4th place
September 25, 2023
Cast members of the schools 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: 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
The Press Box: Week 1
The Press Box: Week 1
August 24, 2023
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
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 Griffins 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
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 9
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 9
December 15, 2023
Fantasy Football Fridays Podcast: Episode 8
Fantasy Football Fridays Podcast: Episode 8
December 8, 2023
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 9
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 9
December 15, 2023
Fantasy Football Fridays Podcast: Episode 8
Fantasy Football Fridays Podcast: Episode 8
December 8, 2023
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 7
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 7
November 18, 2023
Fantasy Football Fridays Podcast: Episode 6
Fantasy Football Fridays Podcast: Episode 6
November 10, 2023
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 5
Fantasy Football Fridays: Episode 5
November 3, 2023
Recent Scores
  • May 15 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 5, Blair - 0
  • May 13 / V. Girls SoccerGretna East High School - 6, Duchesne - 1
  • May 13 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 3, Elkhorn North - 1
  • May 11 / V. Girls SoccerGretna East High School - 2, Bennington - 0
  • May 11 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 5, Plattsmouth - 4
  • May 8 / V. Girls SoccerGretna East High School - 12, Scotus - 3
  • May 4 / V. Boys SoccerGretna East High School - 0, Elkhorn North - 2
  • May 4 / V. Girls SoccerGretna East High School - 10, Plattsmouth - 0
  • May 3 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 3, North Platte - 1
  • May 2 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 5, Ralston - 2
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Gretna Public Schools unveils new boundaries for Cedar Hollow Elementary opening

Brayden Hansen, Editor • February 28, 2024

New Gretna Public Schools' elementary school boundaries were announced yesterday. These new boundaries are due to the opening of the new Cedar Hollow Elementary and will take effect in August when the...

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