After 20 years of dedicated service to USD 388, EHS Secretary Maria Mick has announced her retirement at the conclusion of the fall semester.
For two decades, Maria has been an essential part of Ellis High School and USD 388. Her role has included far more than the title of secretary suggests. From keeping the front office running smoothly and assisting students and families to managing countless details behind the scenes, Maria has taken on a tremendous number of responsibilities and has always been someone we can all count on.
Her knowledge, dedication, and the relationships she has built with students, staff, and families will be missed. We are truly grateful for the 20 years Maria has devoted to our school and community!
Please join us in congratulating Maria and wishing her all the best as she begins this next chapter. We look forward to enjoying the remainder of the fall semester with her and celebrating her years of service.
With Maria’s retirement, USD 388 is now seeking an EJH/EHS Secretary. Check out the attached flyer for details and visit usd388.com/page/job-opportunities to complete an application. Please note that this is a 10-month (197 work day) position.
For two decades, Maria has been an essential part of Ellis High School and USD 388. Her role has included far more than the title of secretary suggests. From keeping the front office running smoothly and assisting students and families to managing countless details behind the scenes, Maria has taken on a tremendous number of responsibilities and has always been someone we can all count on.
Her knowledge, dedication, and the relationships she has built with students, staff, and families will be missed. We are truly grateful for the 20 years Maria has devoted to our school and community!
Please join us in congratulating Maria and wishing her all the best as she begins this next chapter. We look forward to enjoying the remainder of the fall semester with her and celebrating her years of service.
With Maria’s retirement, USD 388 is now seeking an EJH/EHS Secretary. Check out the attached flyer for details and visit usd388.com/page/job-opportunities to complete an application. Please note that this is a 10-month (197 work day) position.
***ATTENTION CANCELLATION***
Due to injuries, today's JV Football game in Dighton has been cancelled.
Dental hygienists from First Care Clinic will be at our schools on Wednesday, October 7th, 2026, for dental screenings for PreK-12 students. Fluoride applications will be available at no charge for those who have a signed consent by a parent. The consent form can be found online: https://aptg.co/cr_-k1. Forms are also available in the school offices. Please turn in consent forms to the office by Wednesday, September 30th, 2026. Fluoride supports healthy tooth enamel, builds strong teeth, and helps prevent cavities.
If you would like to have your child screened with no fluoride, you do not need to do anything; all students are automatically screened unless opted out.
If you would like to opt your student out of the screenings, please complete the opt-out form, which can be found online: https://aptg.co/t554T3 and return it to school on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026. Forms are also available in the school offices.
If you have any questions, please contact Jaymi Gabel, MSN, RN, School Nurse, jgabel@usd388.org, 785-726-3136.
If you would like to have your child screened with no fluoride, you do not need to do anything; all students are automatically screened unless opted out.
If you would like to opt your student out of the screenings, please complete the opt-out form, which can be found online: https://aptg.co/t554T3 and return it to school on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026. Forms are also available in the school offices.
If you have any questions, please contact Jaymi Gabel, MSN, RN, School Nurse, jgabel@usd388.org, 785-726-3136.
***ATTENTION***
There will not be JH Football practice today! Sept 18, 2026
The Ellis Railroaders XC Team continues to find success with 11 of 18 runs metaling at the Trego Invitational. Even with the heat and wind, the XC team ran with heart and strength. Shayden and Taryn Boydston remain undefeated this season, with their third straight 1st-place finish. Placing for the Railers are Cayson Boydston (9th), Henry Brull (14th), Chevelle Mortona (6th in JV), Luna Hernandez (7th), Arista Key (9th), Katie Hines, Judah Albin (3rd), Ian Dobson (6th), and Elijah Albin (9th). The Ellis JH boys' team placed 1st. Great work, Railers!! Keep pushing forward, as success is measured by growth. Railer Pride!!
**ATTENTION**
The JV football game at Trego this evening has been postponed to October 19th. NO JV FOOTBALL TONIGHT.
For parents and students of the EHS/JH Chess Team, make sure you join the Club Band: https://band.us/n/a5a9b3i2F9i8J to receive updates on club meetings, tournaments, and all other things involved with the team and club events!
Race #2 is in the books, and the young Railroad team keeps succeeding. 10 of the 18 runners for the Railers brought home hardware with 1st place in two of the three races. Taryn and Shayden Boydston led the team with 1st-place finishes. Cayson Boydston, 6th place, and Henry Brull, 15th, finished off the high school metal winners. The junior high team competed well, with Luna Hernandez (8th), Katie Hines (11th), Judah Albin (3rd), Eli Albin (8th), Cam Honas (9th), and Ian Dobson (15th). The high school boys finished 4th as a team. Great work today, Railers! Keep working hard and setting your goals high!
https://ehschessclub.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Hey all, the EHS/JH Chess Club apparel store is now open!
Those in Chess Team, please order soon so we can get apparel before our first tournament on October 3rd!
Hey all, the EHS/JH Chess Club apparel store is now open!
Those in Chess Team, please order soon so we can get apparel before our first tournament on October 3rd!
If you can't make it to the field to watch the Railers play football tonight, download the HUDL FAN app and search Ellis High School!! The game is online. Currently end of first quarter all tied 0-0 vs Hoxie!!
WGS Newsletter 9/4/26
TIME CHANGE!!!! Due to the heat advisory, the kickoff for Thursday's Junior High Football game has been moved back to 7 p.m. Go Railroaders!!
Support our XC team this Thursday. It is our first meet and it is here at Ellis.
WGS Newsletter - August 28th
Cub Scouts Night
Introduction to our new Pre-K - 6th Grade Principal at WGS!!
WGS's Back to School Night
How can you help yourself and your school district? Fill out a free and reduced lunch application. If you qualify, you can get reduced or free meals. Also, by filling out the application, you help ensure your school district receives all of its federal funding and potential benefits for grant requests. Please consider filling out the online application or request a paper copy at enrollment. We would be happy to assist you if you have any questions.
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REMINDER!!
It's Back to School time at USD 388! Online enrollment is now open, and everything you need to prepare for the first day is available on our Back to School page. If you have not already completed online enrollment, please do so by next week.
Fee payments will be collected at each school next week, Monday, August 10, through Wednesday, August 12, during regular office hours, 8:00 to 4:00 PM. Each office will be open late on Tuesday, August 11, until 6:00 PM. If you need other arrangements, please call EHS/EJH at 785-726-3151 or WGS at 785-726-3136. Both schools will work with parents who cannot make the scheduled times.
It is going to be an outstanding year!
Back to School Page: https://www.usd388.com/page/back-to-school
Jr/Sr High Enrollment Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/1meCVSx0p0
WGS Enrollment Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HuSnBKyB7N
PreK Enrollment Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Gr7cb7fT9h
It's Back to School time at USD 388! Online enrollment is now open, and everything you need to prepare for the first day is available on our Back to School page. If you have not already completed online enrollment, please do so by next week.
Fee payments will be collected at each school next week, Monday, August 10, through Wednesday, August 12, during regular office hours, 8:00 to 4:00 PM. Each office will be open late on Tuesday, August 11, until 6:00 PM. If you need other arrangements, please call EHS/EJH at 785-726-3151 or WGS at 785-726-3136. Both schools will work with parents who cannot make the scheduled times.
It is going to be an outstanding year!
Back to School Page: https://www.usd388.com/page/back-to-school
Jr/Sr High Enrollment Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/1meCVSx0p0
WGS Enrollment Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HuSnBKyB7N
PreK Enrollment Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Gr7cb7fT9h
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, USD 388 is implementing updated personal electronic device procedures at both Ellis High School and Washington Grade School to comply with recently enacted Kansas state law.
We understand that any change to established routines can bring questions or concerns, and we appreciate everyone's patience and support as we implement these new procedures. By working together, we can meet state requirements while fostering classrooms where students are fully engaged in learning and free from unnecessary distractions. Complete personal electronic device policies can be found in the student handbooks linked on the school website.
We understand that any change to established routines can bring questions or concerns, and we appreciate everyone's patience and support as we implement these new procedures. By working together, we can meet state requirements while fostering classrooms where students are fully engaged in learning and free from unnecessary distractions. Complete personal electronic device policies can be found in the student handbooks linked on the school website.
