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Sitting in their “family groups”, juniors Easton Roarty, Ava Fink, Elisha Toledo and Madelynn Baker-Klassen and sophomores Riley Critser, Taryn Stastny, act like scientists in their second number, “Thomas Edison/Weird Science.
Equinox Show Choir to take on history in group’s second season
September 3, 2024
GPS holds annual Welcome Back meeting, recognizes staff
GPS holds annual Welcome Back meeting, recognizes staff
August 11, 2024
Inside GPS' new elementary school, Cedar Hollow
Inside GPS’ new elementary school, Cedar Hollow
July 27, 2024
Sarpy County Sheriff's 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
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
Last minute gift ideas for teens
December 22, 2023
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Griffin's 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
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
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
  • Sep 10 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 0, Norris - 3
  • Sep 10 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 0, Gretna High - 10
  • Sep 9 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 8, Arlington - 0
  • Sep 7 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 0, Millard North - 10
  • Sep 7 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 0, Papillion-LaVista - 9
  • Sep 6 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 7, Blair - 0
  • Sep 6 / V. FootballGretna East High School - 7, Bennington - 21
  • Sep 6 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 17, Blue Springs South (MO) - 9
  • Sep 5 / V. SoftballGretna East High School - 6, Waverly - 0
  • Sep 5 / V. VolleyballGretna East High School - 3, Waverly - 2
The Student News Site of Gretna East High School

The Wingspan
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The Wingspan
Gretna high schools return to Eastern Midlands Conference after six years in Metro

Gretna high schools return to Eastern Midlands Conference after six years in Metro

Peyton Parker, Reporter • December 15, 2023

With the first year of high school sports well underway and lots of chatter about Gretna high schools competing in Class A or Class B sports and activities, the district made the decision to rejoin the...

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.

Girls basketball team ready to ‘write our own history’

Reese Beery, Sports Editor • November 17, 2023

Anticipation can be sensed in the air as the fall sports have come to a close and the winter sports season has started. For the girls’ basketball team, that excitement started during the summer and has...

Working on his laptop, Grant Branaugh works in special education teacher, Cooper Anthony's room.

Freshman Grant Branaugh inspires school-wide support, sea of yellow

Drew Rhoades, Reporter • October 14, 2023
“Monday showed me that no matter what a student is facing in their life, this school will still support each other, which is very cool to see,” special education teacher Amanda Siemers said.
While in Berlin, Brianna Wozniak (11) took a graffiti workshop, and illustrated an outline of the country behind the German flag. Other teens wrote several German phrases along with personalized tags. "Apparently, our instructor at the workshop was from Nebraska," Wozniak said. "He moved over to Berlin after graduating college."

“Auf Wiedersehen” Gretna, “hallo” Germany

Onnika Moore, Editor • August 22, 2023

Minute hand ticking, an hour since school ended and words on the exam page start blurring. It is the last day of exams, and Brianna Wozniak sits in an empty room jotting down the written portion of an...

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