
Ellis USD 388 is accepting applications for the following coaching positions for the 2025-2026 school year.
High School Head Wrestling Coach
Jr High Head Wrestling Coach
Interested applicants can contact USD 388 Athletic Director, Derek Schoenthaler, at dschoenthaler@usd388.com or apply at https://www.usd388.com/page/job-opportunities.
Ellis is also looking for a bus driver/Activities Driver for the 2025-26 school year. USD 388 will pay to get your CDL.
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The June 9th BOE Meeting video premieres tonight at 5pm on the USD388 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/USD388


Become a Railroader


Video premiere! The May 19th USD388 BOE meeting premieres today at 1pm on the USD388 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/USD388


Visit sunflowersummer.org for more information on available free admission to over 200 attractions in Kansas from July12th to August 3rd.


Video premiere! The 2025 EHS Awards assembly will premiere tonight at 5pm on the USD388 YouTube Channel
https://youtube.com/c/USD388


Former principal Bill Fritchen and his family stopped by the school today. Between the two of us 34 of the past 48 years as being the principal. He served from 1977-1995, and I have been principal since 2009.



Thank a staff member this week! 💜


Reminder from WGS PTO
Tomorrow is the last day of the penny war. Remember, dollars and pennies are positive, and silver coins are negative to sabotage other classes. Be sure to bring your spare change with you to school tomorrow!

Ellis USD 388 is accepting applications for the following coaching positions for the 2025-2026 school year.
High School Head Wrestling Coach
High School Head Boys Basketball Coach
High School Assistant Football Coach
Jr High Head Wrestling Coach
Interested applicants can contact USD 388 Athletic Director, Derek Schoenthaler, at dschoenthaler@usd388.com or apply at https://www.usd388.com/page/job-opportunities


USD 388 would like to take a moment to express our appreciation for the incredible USD 388 administrative assistants—Maria, Theresa and Connie. Your hard work, dedication, and daily contributions truly make a positive difference in everyone's lives. Thank you for all that you do to keep everything running smoothly and for the kindness and professionalism you bring to your roles. You are truly valued and appreciated!




We are pleased to announce the addition of a new recumbent bike to the USD 388 weight room, made possible through the efforts of Brandon Armbruster, who secured a Midwest Energy grant.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please visit this link to access the membership agreement form. Kindly complete and return the form to the district https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2518/USD388/3798794/Weightroom_Agreement_Recommended_Revision_2022-23__002_.pdf




Video update: There was an issue with the upload of the April 16th BOE meeting video. The initial upload cut off most of the meeting video. The issue has been fixed and the entire meeting video is now up on the USD388 YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/c/USD388


Preschool had so much fun on their farm field trip today! A special thank you to Nick and Jaymi Gabel for having us!











WGS Hays Arts Council writing contest placers.




Video premiere! The USD388 April 16th BOE meeting will premiere today at 5pm on the USD388 YouTube Channel
https://youtube.com/c/USD388


The JV golf competed at Grinnell today, Brendan took 9th with a 52



Don't forget the Art Festival tonight at WGS until 7:30! Everyone welcome!









Just a reminder of the Art Fair tonight from 6:00-7:30 in the WGS gym.
Art Fair


Video premiere! This morning's BOE meeting premieres today at 6pm on the USD388 YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@USD388
Visit https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd388/Board.nsf/Public to view the meeting's agenda
