Congratulations to our State Forensics Qualifiers! They will head to McPherson this afternoon to compete in the KSHSAA State Speech and Drama Competition on Saturday, May 2nd. We held a send-off today to applaud these outstanding students for all their accomplishments. They represent the Ellis schools proudly, and we wish them the best of luck in their competition tomorrow!
Competing for Ellis are the following students: seniors Elie Brull, Kinzie Sunley, and Mason Rohleder; juniors Madison Birdsong and Maggie Fitzgerald; and sophomores Journey Swagerty, Haylee Comer, and Emma Downing. A special thank you to our coach, Mrs. Hannah Davenport! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Competing for Ellis are the following students: seniors Elie Brull, Kinzie Sunley, and Mason Rohleder; juniors Madison Birdsong and Maggie Fitzgerald; and sophomores Journey Swagerty, Haylee Comer, and Emma Downing. A special thank you to our coach, Mrs. Hannah Davenport! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Railroader Baseball and Softball teams are traveling to Larned this afternoon to face off against the Indians. The doubleheader games are set to start at 4:00 PM.
The Railroader Baseball team will play at Moffet Stadium, located at the corner of West 4th Street and Carroll Street. For additional information and the concessions menu, visit https://aptg.co/-1Xttq.
The Lady Railers will compete at Ralph Terry Field in Jordaan Park, located at 1810 Henry Jordan Drive. You can find more information and directions at https://aptg.co/lkmQBL.
Good luck to all our teams! Batter up, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Railroader Baseball team will play at Moffet Stadium, located at the corner of West 4th Street and Carroll Street. For additional information and the concessions menu, visit https://aptg.co/-1Xttq.
The Lady Railers will compete at Ralph Terry Field in Jordaan Park, located at 1810 Henry Jordan Drive. You can find more information and directions at https://aptg.co/lkmQBL.
Good luck to all our teams! Batter up, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Railroader Track & Field team is heading to Quinter today for the 47th Annual Quinter Invitational Track and Field Meet. Field events will begin at 3:00 PM, followed by running events starting at 5:00 PM. For more information about the meet, including the order of events, please visit: https://aptg.co/mHHlbv.
Additionally, results and further information can be found on Kansas Milesplit at: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/725730-quinter-hs-invitational-2026. Quinter will also host a live stream of the event on their YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/live/g9hoIIuH8Ak?feature=share. There are many ways to keep track of our Railroaders!
Good luck to everyone! Keep shining, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Additionally, results and further information can be found on Kansas Milesplit at: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/725730-quinter-hs-invitational-2026. Quinter will also host a live stream of the event on their YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/live/g9hoIIuH8Ak?feature=share. There are many ways to keep track of our Railroaders!
Good luck to everyone! Keep shining, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
🧡🖤 Show Your Railer Pride! 🖤🧡
The EHS Cheerleaders are selling yard signs again this year! 🎉
Even better — we have them on hand, so there’s no waiting to show your support for the Orange and Black!
Get yours by reaching out to any EHS cheerleader today! 🧡🖤
Our Railroader Forensics team is headed to State! We will have a State Send-off tomorrow (Friday, May 1st) at 2:45 PM to wish them luck. Come out and support our Railroaders as they participate in the KSHSAA 1A State Speech and Drama Competition at McPherson High School on Saturday, May 2nd. The first round will begin at 8:00 AM. More information about this event can be found on the KSHSAA website at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/fanpage/3854.
Good luck! Let's show some drama, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck! Let's show some drama, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Attention ELLIS HIGH SCHOOL Parents and Students:
We want to inform everyone about important end-of-year dates and awards. The Ellis High School Awards Assembly will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. in the Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. Parents and families are welcome to attend! Awards will be presented to high school students for achievements in community service, clubs, and various activities.
Important Reminders:
• EHS Graduation is Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Congratulations to our seniors! On Tuesday, May 5, seniors will take finals during 1st-3rd hours. On Wednesday, May 6, seniors will take finals during 4th-7th hours.
• On Tuesday, May 12, students in grades 9–11 will attend all of their classes, but will take finals during 1st–3rd hours.
• On Wednesday, May 13, students in grades 9–11 will take finals for 4th–7th hours. Following finals, students will check in their laptops and clean out their lockers.
• The Last Day of School is Wednesday, May 13, with a 3:24 PM dismissal!
• Please remember to bring all books and your laptop/charger! All outstanding bills must be settled before dismissal, including those for lunch, woodworking projects, and computer repairs. Please check PowerSchool for any outstanding balances.
Thank you!
Maria Mick
Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Secretary
(785) 726-3151
mmick@usd388.com
We want to inform everyone about important end-of-year dates and awards. The Ellis High School Awards Assembly will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. in the Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. Parents and families are welcome to attend! Awards will be presented to high school students for achievements in community service, clubs, and various activities.
Important Reminders:
• EHS Graduation is Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Congratulations to our seniors! On Tuesday, May 5, seniors will take finals during 1st-3rd hours. On Wednesday, May 6, seniors will take finals during 4th-7th hours.
• On Tuesday, May 12, students in grades 9–11 will attend all of their classes, but will take finals during 1st–3rd hours.
• On Wednesday, May 13, students in grades 9–11 will take finals for 4th–7th hours. Following finals, students will check in their laptops and clean out their lockers.
• The Last Day of School is Wednesday, May 13, with a 3:24 PM dismissal!
• Please remember to bring all books and your laptop/charger! All outstanding bills must be settled before dismissal, including those for lunch, woodworking projects, and computer repairs. Please check PowerSchool for any outstanding balances.
Thank you!
Maria Mick
Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Secretary
(785) 726-3151
mmick@usd388.com
SUMMER SCHEDULES - Please see the flyer regarding this summer's strength training information and schedule. Also, the following link can be used to access the summer sports practice calendar.
Summer 2026: https://usd388-my.sharepoint.com/:x:/p/dschoenthaler/IQCfLyzQ6M98R7_FeXqbWk64ARXNOdnCrnYV5EZaQ5vOR2s?e=tqDKoW
If you're unable to use the QR code from the flyer for registration, you may use this link instead: https://forms.gle/pUd2ZWpdT7rM8apv5
Ellis Junior High School's Track and Field team is making the short trip to Trego today to participate in the Dave Schneider Invitational Track Meet. This event is named in honor of a long-time substitute teacher who dedicated many years to both Trego and Ellis schools. It is a wonderful tribute to an outstanding individual.
The field events will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by the running events at 11:30 AM. For more information and a schedule of events, please visit https://aptg.co/Ht-1PY.
Additional information and results can also be found on KS MileSplit at https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/725728-trego-community-ms-invitational-2026/info.
Good luck, Railroaders! Keep shining! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Big thank you to Sheresa Brull for teaching our seniors CPR today.
The Ellis Band delivered impressive performances at the KSHSAA State Music Festival for Solos and Small Ensembles this past Saturday at Bethel College in Newton. Tayler Schmidt earned a II rating for her bass clarinet solo, while Skylynn Begler received a I rating for her clarinet solo. Additionally, the clarinet trio, consisting of Tayler Schmidt, Skylynn Begler, and Kinzie Sunley, also achieved a I rating.
Good job, ladies! We are proud of you! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good job, ladies! We are proud of you! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Railroader 27 Golf Tournament initially scheduled for Thursday, April 30 has been postponed to Monday, May 4, due to the forecasted cooler temps and chance of precipitation. The start time will remain at 9:00am. 🚂 ⛳️ 🏌️
HELP WANTED - We are looking for a scoreboard operator for next Tuesday's (May 5) baseball home doubleheader. Contests begin at 4:00pm. Please let us know if you are able to help, dschoenthaler@usd388.com.
The Railroader Baseball and Softball teams are on their way to Pratt today! They will be facing the Pratt-Skyline Thunderbirds in a doubleheader starting at 4:00 PM. The Lady Railers will play at the Green Sports Complex, located at 2007 E 6th St, Pratt. The baseball games will take place at Lemon Park on S Pine St; follow the one-way loop to the North Field - Natural Field.
For more information, you can visit https://aptg.co/KlzzbD.
Good luck, Railroaders! Batter up! #RAILROADERPRIDE
For more information, you can visit https://aptg.co/KlzzbD.
Good luck, Railroaders! Batter up! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Today's JV Baseball games at Russell have been postponed to next Monday, May 4.
The Ellis Junior High Railroaders continue their busy track season! Today, they will hit the road for the Jack Thomas Invitational at Hill City. Field events will start at 10:00 AM, followed by running events at 11:00 AM. For more information and the complete order of events, please visit: https://aptg.co/bkbBQN.
Additionally, results following the meet can be found on Kansas MileSplit: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/735953-hill-city-jr-high-2026-2026/info.
Good luck, Railroaders! We love seeing your successes! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER
Additionally, results following the meet can be found on Kansas MileSplit: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/735953-hill-city-jr-high-2026-2026/info.
Good luck, Railroaders! We love seeing your successes! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER
The Railroader Golf team will be making a short trip to Hays today to compete at Smoky Hill Country Club. The tee time for this 18-hole tournament is set for 9:00 AM. For more details about today's TMP tournament, please visit: https://aptg.co/sN6dRJ.
Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Ellis USD 388 Community,
We are just days away from the Ellis High School Blood Drive. Every donation can help save lives, and the need is currently critical. We are calling on parents and the community to help us on Wednesday.
-Date: Wednesday, April 29
-Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
-Location: Ellis High Gym
-Link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Ellis
Our goal is to have a 20+ donation day! By reaching this goal, the American Red Cross will generously provide a scholarship for an EHS senior. If you register using the link above, it really helps staff get you in and out as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your support!
Ellis High School Student Council
785-726-3151
We are just days away from the Ellis High School Blood Drive. Every donation can help save lives, and the need is currently critical. We are calling on parents and the community to help us on Wednesday.
-Date: Wednesday, April 29
-Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
-Location: Ellis High Gym
-Link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Ellis
Our goal is to have a 20+ donation day! By reaching this goal, the American Red Cross will generously provide a scholarship for an EHS senior. If you register using the link above, it really helps staff get you in and out as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your support!
Ellis High School Student Council
785-726-3151
This past Friday, the Ellis Track and Field team traveled to Osborne. The girls' team finished in 2nd place, while the boys' team finished in 5th. A lot of metals were collected by the team, with 1st place going to Avery Boydston in the 800, 1600, and 3200. Sienna Schmidt in the LJ. Haylee Comer in the Jav. She also placed 3rd in the Shot. Evelyn Merriman came home with two gold medals in the 100 and 200. Tracyn Bollig in the PV.
The girls' 4 x 100 finished 1st (Mackinley, Evelyn, Sienna, and Peyton). 2nd-place medals went to Mackinley in the 200, Trenton in the Javelin, Piper in the PV, Taryn in the 3200, and the boys' 4x800 team (Taylon, Cody, Brayden, and Wyatt). 3rd Place went to Piper in the 200m, Kooper in the PV, Piper in the 200, Mackinley in the 100, Cayson in the 3200, and the boys' 4x100 team (Carson, Trenton, Jacob, and Jack). 4th Place went to Carson in the Javelin and Dora in the Discus. 5th Place went to Dom in the shot, Wyatt in the 800, and Hannah in the shot. Next up for the Railers is Quinter. Great work Railroaders!!
The girls' 4 x 100 finished 1st (Mackinley, Evelyn, Sienna, and Peyton). 2nd-place medals went to Mackinley in the 200, Trenton in the Javelin, Piper in the PV, Taryn in the 3200, and the boys' 4x800 team (Taylon, Cody, Brayden, and Wyatt). 3rd Place went to Piper in the 200m, Kooper in the PV, Piper in the 200, Mackinley in the 100, Cayson in the 3200, and the boys' 4x100 team (Carson, Trenton, Jacob, and Jack). 4th Place went to Carson in the Javelin and Dora in the Discus. 5th Place went to Dom in the shot, Wyatt in the 800, and Hannah in the shot. Next up for the Railers is Quinter. Great work Railroaders!!
Ellis Music is heading to the KSHSAA State Music Festival for Solos and Small Ensembles today! The competition will take place at Bethel College in Newton. Our musicians' performance is scheduled to start around 10:30 AM. For more information, you can visit the KSHSAA website: https://www.kshsaa.org/react/fanpage/3842.
Good luck, ladies! Keep shining, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck, ladies! Keep shining, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Ellis/Quinter Lady Railer softball team is hosting the Russell/Victoria Broncos this afternoon at 4:00 PM. You can find more information about today’s game online at https://aptg.co/LNnHT-.
The Taco Riendo Mexican Food Truck will be on-site from 4:30 to 7:30 PM at the fields, so come out to enjoy some great softball and delicious food! Additionally, the Frozen Frog will be at the games, offering refreshing snow cones and other treats. A big thank you to both businesses for their support of Railroader Athletics!
Good luck, Railers! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Taco Riendo Mexican Food Truck will be on-site from 4:30 to 7:30 PM at the fields, so come out to enjoy some great softball and delicious food! Additionally, the Frozen Frog will be at the games, offering refreshing snow cones and other treats. A big thank you to both businesses for their support of Railroader Athletics!
Good luck, Railers! #RAILROADERPRIDE
