Let's show some gratitude for our amazing Food and Nutrition staff! We are so thankful for their hard work and for cooking us delicious lunches every day here at Aspen Creek.

Graphic created by 7th graders, Helana G. and Remy N.
about 14 hours ago, ERICA WALSH
Graphic with a bowl of spaghetti in the top left corner. To the right of it is text stating: At Aspen Creek, we are thankful for lunch staff! Below that is a picture of our five food and nutrition staff members.
Today, we're thankful for the incredible support team at Aspen Creek! Our warm and friendly secretaries are the heart of our school, keeping everything running smoothly—and always with a smile!

Graphic created by Photography Club student, Sienna K.
1 day ago, ERICA WALSH
Graphic with text at the top stating: At Aspen Creek Middle School, we are thankful for our school secretaries. Below that is a picture of four secretaries putting their hands on each others heads to stand in a vertical line. There are graphics of a ghost, a pumpkin and pencils, and a fall truck around them.

Gretna Public Schools Board of Education Attends 2025 NASB State Education Conference

The Gretna Public Schools Board of Education spent two days at the 2025 NASB State Education Conference—Nebraska’s largest annual gathering for school board leaders. The event provides valuable training and collaboration on key topics such as legislative updates, emerging educational trends, student well-being, school safety, school finance, and effective district governance.

By participating, board members bring back insights that support informed decision-making and strengthen the long-term success of Gretna Public Schools. We appreciate their dedication to professional growth and continued service to our students, staff, and community.

1 day ago, Gretna Public School District
The Gretna Board of Education and Superintendent posing for a picture at the NASB State Conference
a selfie of the Gretna Board of Education at the NASB 2025 State Education Conference
Today, we want to share our gratitude for the Aspen Creek counselors! Thank you for your kindness, support, and for always being a helpful guide to our students and staff!

Graphic created by 7th graders, Helana G. and Remy N.
3 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Graphic with a heart at the top and text below stating: At Aspen Creek, we are grateful for our counselors! Below the text is a picture of Ms. Brown on the left and Mr. Dostal on the right.
Spanish Club had fun learning los colores y los numeros with Skittles yesterday!
3 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of two students sitting at desks looking at the camera and smiling with Skittles and paper in front of them for their activity.
Photo of three students sitting at desks looking at the camera and smiling with Skittles and paper in front of them for their activity.
Photo of two students sitting at desks looking at the camera and smiling with Skittles and paper in front of them for their activity.
Photo of two students sitting at a table looking at the camera smiling.
Gratitude Week Begins! Students at ACMS are spending this week showcasing what we are thankful for at our school. We start today by celebrating our incredibly hard-working teachers—thank you for all you do!

Graphic created by Photography Club student, Sienna K.
4 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Graphic with text at the top stating: At Aspen Creek Middle School, we are thankful for our amazing teachers. Below the text are five pictures of teachers. Top left is science teacher, Ms. Roland. Top right is industrial tech teacher, Mr. Gatewood. Middle is world language teacher, Ms. Ralston. Bottom left is math teacher, Ms. Aude, and bottom right is English teacher, Ms. Kava.
The seventh-grade Quiz Bowl team placed 1st out of 23 teams at the recent ESU3 Fall Quiz Bowl competition! Congrats to Bennett, Harrison, Nash, and Reid on your championship win!
5 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of four students lined up wearing gold medals from their competition. One student is holding his medal between his teeth.
6th graders in FCS wrote and performed Nutrient Raps, displaying their knowledge of the 6 essential nutrients.
8 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of two students standing and holding a paper as they perform their nutrient rap.
Our 8th-grade teachers are having fun with our new office window decoration! Shoutout to Mrs. Richards and her art students for creating this fantastic photo op.
9 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of a painting of three turkeys with circles cut out where their eyes would go. Three teachers placed their heads in those circles to make it look like they are the turkeys.
The high school counselors visited ACMS today to talk to 8th graders about registering for classes next year!
10 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of a high school counselor standing at the front of the room talking to students about the slide on the board that says, "Commonly asked questions."
Photo of the back of a student who is looking at her registration sheet.
Photo of a student giving the camera a thumbs up during the counselor's presentation. The counselor is standing at the front of the room looking out at the students.
Photo of a student holding his registration paper and giving the camera a thumbs up.

During AEP today, we focused on Team Building--Teams worked together to accomplish goals, even if they were a bit silly! Students got resourceful and lived up to the Tennis Ball challenge!

11 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of students in a circle using the backs of their iPads for the tennis ball challenge.
Photo of students in a circle using the backs of their iPads for the tennis ball challenge.
Photo of students in a circle trying to kick a tennis ball.
Photo of students around a table doing the tennis ball challenge.
Congratulations to Jennifer Boldt, Family and Consumer Sciences teacher at Gretna Aspen Creek Middle School. Mrs. Boldt is a very skilled educator. She started her career as a vocal music teacher. After accepting the position of MS FCS teacher at ACMS, she decided to pursue her Master’s Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education at UNL. She was nominated for and was one of two students recently selected for a fellowship supported by Dr. Gwendolyn A. Newkirk, a distinguished leader in Family and Consumer Sciences field and a trailblazer in the history of FCS discipline both at UNL and nationally. Jennifer is currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer, taking classes for her Master’s degree and knocking it out of the park as a teacher at ACMS. Mrs. Boldt is an amazing person. We are honored and proud to have Mrs. Boldt on our staff at Gretna Public Schools.
11 days ago, Aspen Creek Middle School
six individuals posing for the camera in front of the Nebraska "N" logo
Major Jim Oliver was our honored speaker at today's Veteran's Day assembly. Thanks to all who served.
12 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of Major Jim Oliver speaking at the Veteran's Day assembly with flags on each side of him.
The Annual Community Report is Here!

Our school district’s Annual Community Report is now available on our website! It showcases our achievements, financial stewardship, and goals for the year ahead. We encourage all staff to take a few moments to review this important update and stay informed about our district’s progress.

View full report on our website https://tinyurl.com/5n8u3jk5
13 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Image of a bell and text reading Community Report - Available online visit our website under About or use the link below to view the full report.
Our 7th-grade scientists discovered that not all reactions are the same — some release energy, others soak it up! A “cool” way to explore chemistry in action. ❄️🔥 #Endothermic #Exothermic #HandsOnLearning
13 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of two students smiling while working on a lab experiment.
Photo of two students measuring water for their lab experiement.
Photo of two students measuring water for their lab experiement.
Photo of class working in pairs on their lab experiment.
Kindness Club is painting positivity rocks to spread joy around the community!
17 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of student holding a rock with a bee painted on it that says, "Bee Kind."
Photo of a student holding a rock with a minion character painted on it.
Photo of a student holding a rock with a cross and the word "trust" painted on it.
Photo of a student holding a rock with "You are wanted" painted on it.
Graphic with a photo of students painting. It has the words "You make the world a better place" next to it.

What Students Wish Adults Knew — Tonight at Gretna High!
Join Gretna Public Schools for an evening with Stephen Mackey, co-author of The Locker Room.
Exhibits begin at 6:00 PM and the presentation starts at 7:00 PM.

Come listen, learn, and connect with your community.
Tonight’s the conversation you don’t want to miss.

17 days ago, Gretna Public School District
Stephen mackey speaks photo standing with arms crossed and city behind him
Grade 6 trimester one vocal music classes + grade 7 trimester one vocal music classes + the ACMS choir = 190 Aspen Creek vocalists all on one stage singing under the direction of Miss Paige Pulte.

Last night's concert was awesome!
18 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of middle school choir students performing on stage with their music teacher in front directing them.
Happy Halloween from ACMS! Our staff is celebrating with some awesome costumes.
23 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of five teachers dressed up as characters from Despicable Me.
Photo of three teachers dressed up as a rock, paper, and scissors.
Photo of a teacher dressed as a scarecrow.
Photo of office staff wearing tutus and wings with social media signs around their necks.
Photo of Charlie, the dog, dressed up as a dragon.
Photo of two teachers posing wearing Halloween costumes.
Photo of four teachers dressed up as Hy-Vee workers.
Photo of a person dressed as Batman standing on the roof.
Photo of a staff member dressed as an elf.
7th-grade science class had a spooky day experimenting with sublimation during their Dry Ice Lab. Students compared hot vs cold water with the rate of sublimation in a race to blow up balloons using dry ice.
23 days ago, ERICA WALSH
Photo of science experiment. There are four beakers: one with a spider, two with balloons, and one that is foaming.