Ellis High School is excited to announce its 2025 Homecoming Royalty. Pictured from left to right are: Sienna Schmidt, daughter of Dick and Shannon Schmidt; Tracyn Bollig, son of Preston and Annie Bollig; Avery Boydston, daughter of Monte and Deidre Boydston; Carson Schartz, son of Jake and Jennifer Schartz; Raegan Jimenez, daughter of Javi and Jessica Jimenez; and Jaren Frickey, son of Brian and Michelle Frickey.

This year's theme is "Once Upon a Time." The homecoming football game will take place on Friday, October 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM, where we will compete against the Quinter Bulldogs.

The parade will start on Friday at 2:15 PM, followed by a homecoming meal hosted by the Booster Club from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. The crowning ceremony will occur at 6:30 PM, and the Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 8:00 to 11:00 PM.

This year’s crown bearer is Luke Schoenthaler, son of Derek and Lyndsae Schoenthaler, and the flower girl is Brynlee Honas, daughter of Cody and Megan Honas.

More detailed information can be found online using the links: 2025 Homecoming Week Schedule (https://5il.co/3qm4g), 2025 HOCO Spirit Week (https://5il.co/3qm4w), 2025 Booster Club Homecoming Meal (https://5il.co/3qm4l).
about 3 hours ago, Maria Mick
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We are still searching for help for next Thursday's home volleyball contests. If you're interested in helping at the table or as a line judge, please reach out to dschoenthaler@usd388.com or 785-726-9422.
about 4 hours ago, Derek Schoenthaler
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EHS Journalism is truly grateful to the Ellis Community Foundation for awarding us with a generous grant to purchase a new camera. This support will allow us to capture and share important moments with higher quality and creativity. Your contribution not only strengthens our program, but also inspires us to continue growing and reaching our goals. Thank you for believing in our vision and investing in our success.
about 6 hours ago, April Reed
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🐾 Thank You, Ellis Community Foundation! 🐾 We’re incredibly grateful for your support of USD 388 and for awarding us the grant that helped make it possible to welcome our new therapy dog, Ellie! 🐶💗 Your generosity is already making a difference in the lives of our students, and we can’t wait to see all the smiles Ellie brings. Thank you for helping us grow a stronger, more supportive school community! #EllisCommunityFoundation #USD388 #TherapyDogEllie
about 8 hours ago, Breanne Nilhas
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The Ellis FCCLA Chapter attended Fall Leadership Conference in Plainville yesterday. We have 2 students on the district officer team, Kinley Jones and Gracie Ball, they did a fantastic job planning, implementing and being up on stage in front of their peers! We had a fun day full of learning and personal growth.
about 8 hours ago, Breanne Nilhas
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The Ellis Junior High Railroaders will be on the road this afternoon to face the Ell-Saline Cardinals. For game information, please visit: https://5il.co/3qlrs. Volleyball starts at 4:00 PM, followed by football at 6:00 PM. Good luck! #RAILROADERPRIDE
about 9 hours ago, Maria Mick
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The Railroader Cross Country team is competing in the Clyde T. McCracken Ness City Cross Country Invitational today, starting at 4:00 PM! You can find the meet and course information at the following link: https://5il.co/3qlpq. Live results will be available online at: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/706881-clyde-t-mccracken-ness-city-cross-country-invitational-2025/results. Good luck to our team! #RAILROADERPRIDE

about 9 hours ago, Maria Mick
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EHS students gave back to the Ellis community this afternoon. We are thankful for all the community does to support our schools and students.
1 day ago, Nicole Carroll
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Lady Railer VB fought hard in Plainville against Smith Center (25-20, 20-25, & 10-25) & Hoxie (25-20, 20-25, & 16-25), took both to 3 sets, but were unable to get the wins. They beat Plainville in 2, 27-25 & 25-16! Next up is the Railer Tournament this Saturday at 8:30 am. 🧡🏐🖤
2 days ago, Alice Berens
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The 2025-26 Railroader Yearbook is now available for purchase! We are excited to announce a back-to-school sale price of $45, which is $20 less than the regular price of $65, effective after October 24, 2025. This is the perfect time to order!

The EHS Journalism team dedicates a significant amount of hard work each year to creating this memorable publication. This year marks the third time that the Railroader Yearbook will include grades 7-12, showcasing pictures and memories from both high school and junior high.

We rely on the generosity of our students' families to fund the yearbook, making it possible to continue this valuable tradition. Your purchase is crucial for supporting this publication and maintaining its importance within our schools. In an age dominated by online photos and social media, the significance of a physical yearbook cannot be overlooked. Ensure your memories last a lifetime—purchase your Railroader Yearbook today!

Students who buy a yearbook will be invited to the "Signing Celebration" at the start of the school year, where they can sign each other's yearbooks, revitalizing a cherished tradition.

Jostens will be reaching out to parents via email soon with order information. A flyer can be found online: https://5il.co/3qh7n. If you'd like to order now, please visit the following direct link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1070972/ELLIS-HIGH-SCHOOL/2026-Yearbook/2025092415151179778/CATALOG_SHOP. If you have any questions, please get in touch with the school at 785-726-3151. Thank you for supporting our work, Ellis High School Journalism
2 days ago, Maria Mick
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Railroader Volleyball is traveling today! They are heading to Plainville for a Quad match-up with Hoxie, Plainville, and Smith Center. Start time is 4:00 PM. For more information, please visit: https://5il.co/3qfal. Good luck, ladies! #RAILROADERPRIDE
2 days ago, Maria Mick
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Ellis High School proudly announces its 2025 Homecoming Royalty! Congratulations to all the candidates. More information about homecoming will follow later this week. #EHSHOCO2025 #RAILROADERPRIDE

3 days ago, Maria Mick
2025 EHS HOCO Royalty

Ellis High School JV Football is on the way to Lincoln today! Please note this change from LaCrosse. Game time is at 6:00 PM tonight! Game information can be found online: https://5il.co/3qdtq. Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE

3 days ago, Maria Mick
EHS JV Game Day 9-29-25
EJH Volleyball will be playing at home tonight! They will compete against the Central Plains Oilers and the Ness City Eagles, starting at 4:00 PM. The games will take place at both EHS and WGS gyms. You can find tonight's program online at: https://5il.co/3qdo9. Good luck, Railers!
3 days ago, Maria Mick
EJH Game Day 9-29-25
Congrats to the JV Railer VB Team, going 4-0 and winning 8 straight sets to win the Kiowa County Tournament!! 🧡🏐🖤
5 days ago, Alice Berens
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It's Tournament Day! The Lady Railer Volleyball team is traveling to Greensburg today for the Kiowa County Invitational Volleyball Tournament! The competition will begin at 9:00 AM. You can find the bracket information online: Varsity - https://5il.co/3qc0h and JV - https://5il.co/3qc0g. Good luck, ladies! #RAILROADERPRIDE
5 days ago, Maria Mick
Volleyball Tournament Day 9-27-25
The Ellis Railroaders pick up their first win of the season tonight over LaCrosse 44-32 to start district play 1-0!
6 days ago, Bryant Eichman
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A few of our seniors got to help out in elementary classrooms today for a short time. They had fun!
6 days ago, Nicole Carroll
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It's Game Day! Our Railroaders are hosting the LaCrosse Leopards at home tonight at 7:00 PM. Our cheerleaders, along with the pee wee cheerleaders, will be performing during halftime. You can find tonight's program online at: https://5il.co/3qazg. Additional information mentioned in the program can be accessed through these links: https://www.usd388.com/article/2438647 and https://www.usd388.com/article/2434121. It’s a great day to be a Railer and part of the Ellis Community! #RAILROADERPRIDE
6 days ago, Maria Mick
Football Game Day 9-26-25
The Ellis XC team completes its four-meet on the season at Norton. Seven of our runners had PRs on the day. Avery Boydston finished 1st just in front of her sister Taryn Boydston. Both girls completed their race in under 19:00 minutes. Shayden Boydston finished 1st for the fourth time in a row. Judah Albin finished 6th and Chevy Morton came in 8th. Great day to be a Railer!!
7 days ago, Mark Wildeman
Shayden Boydston finished in 1st place.