Ellis High School/Junior High

Regional Softball Bracket - The Lady Railers will host the Ness City-Trego Eagles in the regional quarterfinals on Tuesday, May 19, at 5:00 pm.

Updated Regional Baseball Bracket - After their 10-0 victory over Nickerson last night, the Railers will match up with Holcomb in the regional semifinals on Tuesday, May 19. The game will be hosted at Russell, with play beginning at 2:00 pm.

Railroader Golf is making the short trip to Hays this afternoon for the MCL Tournament! This year's tournament is hosted by TMP and will take place at the Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course. The tee time is set for 1:00 PM.

You can find more information about today’s 18-hole tournament online at https://aptg.co/hVK6kq. Additional scoring and results can be tracked through Kansas Golf Scores at https://kansasgolfscores.com/tournaments/1986/print-tee-sheet#cards.

Good luck, Railroaders! Let's make our mark! #RAILROADERPRIDE

Annual Thrower Plunge in the books. Time to throw some bombs at League!

8th A-B year long honor roll- Eli Wagner, Jon Luea, Lona Guffey, Brandon Gilbert, Derek Flax, Presley Eaton, Lane Dixson, Charly Amrein, Jadyn Hann, Adalyn Nilhas, Josey Schoenthaler, Lane Shannon

8th grade All A Honor Roll year long- Myles Vine, Caleb Schield, Addie Priest, Hailey McMillan, Lux Bell, Brody Armbrister.

7th A B Honor Roll for the year- Cade Starns, Clancy McCaffery, Brigham Hankins, Luke James, Collin Howard, Maverick Swagerty, Jaxon Henman, Graeme Matzke, Gabriel Ball, Mason Yunker, Beckem Jimenez, Breckyn Honas, Katie Hines, Isabelle Fondoble, Kraytyn Blide, Lula McCaffery, Sophie Seibel

7th All A Honor Roll for the year- Kendre Randa, Brielyn Keller, Judah Albin, Chase Aschenbrenner.

Football awards were presented.

Mrs. Berens recognized the scholar's bowl competitors.

KAY officer recognition- Derek Flax, Lux Bell, Lona Guffey, Brody Armbrister, and Myles Vine. Next year's officers- Chase Aschenbrenner, Cade Starns, Judah Albin, and Sophie Seibel.

AR reading awards- Mason Yunker and Madison Deutscher

8th grade Citizenship Award- Lux Bell and Derek Flax

Regional Baseball begins this week, and the Ellis Railroaders will host a first-round game tonight against the Nickerson Panthers! The game starts at 5:00 PM at the Ellis Baseball Field (located at the Fairgrounds, 801 Cottonwood Street). Admission prices are $8 for adults and $6 for students in grades K-12. Gates will be open on the north and west sides of the facility.

For more information about this event, visit https://aptg.co/nk9qvN. The Ellis/Quinter team will be competing in Class 3A - Regional 4, and you can find additional details at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/assignments/baseball/regional/3/1. Brackets are also available on the KSHSAA website: https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6401.

Good luck, Railroaders! BATTER UP! #RAILROADERPRIDE

Attention USD 388 Community!!

The VFW Auxiliary is sponsoring a Community Potluck to celebrate America's 250th anniversary on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. This event will take place at Creekside Park (the swimming pool park). They are seeking volunteers to help with the event, providing a great opportunity to earn community service hours over the summer.

In addition to the potluck picnic, the VFW Auxiliary will offer games, face painting, and other activities. They are looking for volunteers to run these games and booths throughout the event.

If you're interested in volunteering, please contact Cecilia Everson by text at 720-471-4399. Thank you!

Ellis Jr./Sr. High School is looking for volunteers to join the Memorial Day Band on Monday, May 25, 2026! This opportunity is available to all alumni, parents, students, and community members who would like to participate. If you’re interested, please reach out to Renetta Dawson at rdawson@usd388.com.

“Home of the free, because of the brave.” - Unknown

The Lady Railer Softball team is headed to Spearville this afternoon to compete against the Lancers. The doubleheader is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM.

Good luck, Lady Railers! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER

The Varsity Golf team is heading to the Mel Schremmer Invitational Varsity Golf Tournament in Phillipsburg today! They will tee off at 1:00 PM at the Phillipsburg Golf Course. For more information about today's tournament, please visit https://aptg.co/FKhslY.

Good luck, Railers! Remember, the most important shot is the next one! #RAILROADERPRIDE

The Ellis Junior High Track & Field Team will compete in its final meet of the season today! The Railroaders are heading to Hill City for the MCEL Track Meet. This competitive event will start with field events at 10:00 AM, followed by running events at 11:30 AM. Admission prices are $6 for adults and $5 for students, and no passes will be accepted.

For more information, including the order of events, please visit https://aptg.co/CfXMDl.

You can also track additional information and results online at Kansas MileSplit: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/735954-mcel-2026-2026.

Congratulations to all our junior track athletes on a fantastic season! Let’s continue to shine at MCEL today! #RAILROADERPRIDE