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

The Ellis/Quinter Railroader baseball 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 baseball 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!
Come out and support tonight! Good luck, Railroaders! #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 baseball 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!
Come out and support tonight! Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE

Railroader Track and Field is heading to the Kaser Relays today in Osborne! Field events will begin at 3:00 PM, followed by running events at 4:00 PM. More information about this competitive meet is available online at https://aptg.co/bvhLxC. You can also find the order of events at https://aptg.co/blrC7S.
Results and additional meet information are available at https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/651126/info.
Good luck, Railroaders! Keep shining! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Results and additional meet information are available at https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/651126/info.
Good luck, Railroaders! Keep shining! #RAILROADERPRIDE

It's prom season and Ellis Jr./Sr. High School was bustling today! Prom decorating was in full swing today instead of Friday due to a school in-service day. The junior class was fortunate to have Ellie, our school dog, overseeing the decorating. Don’t forget to join us for the promenade on Saturday, April 25th, at 6:30 PM. Our students are sure to look fantastic!






The Varsity Railroader Golf Team is headed to the Norton Invitational Golf Tournament today! This competitive 18-hole tournament is scheduled to tee off at 1:00 PM at the Prairie Dog Golf Course in Norton. For more information about today’s tournament, you can visit https://aptg.co/7vxPkc.
Good luck, Railroaders! It's going to be a fantastic day for golf! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck, Railroaders! It's going to be a fantastic day for golf! #RAILROADERPRIDE

The JV Golf team has added a tournament to replace the canceled one! They will be heading west to participate in the Thunderhawk Golf Invitational at the Grinnell Cow Paddy Golf Course today. The tee-off time is set for 1:00 PM. For more information about today's tournament, you can visit https://aptg.co/THRJ_T.
Good luck, Railroaders! It's going to be a wonderful day for golf! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck, Railroaders! It's going to be a wonderful day for golf! #RAILROADERPRIDE

The Ellis Junior High Track team is on the road again today for the 13th Annual John Rose Invitational Track Meet in LaCrosse. Field events will begin at 9:00 AM, followed by running events starting at 12:00 noon.
For more information about the event, visit https://aptg.co/Jv9qfF. The order of events can also be found at https://aptg.co/Xghy8L.
Additionally, results and further information can be accessed through Kansas MileSplit: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/722438-john-rose-lacrosse-jh-invitational-2026/info.
Good luck, Railroaders! Let’s have a great day! #RAILROADERPRIDE
For more information about the event, visit https://aptg.co/Jv9qfF. The order of events can also be found at https://aptg.co/Xghy8L.
Additionally, results and further information can be accessed through Kansas MileSplit: https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/722438-john-rose-lacrosse-jh-invitational-2026/info.
Good luck, Railroaders! Let’s have a great day! #RAILROADERPRIDE

The Ellis Railroader Track team traveled to Plainville to compete yesterday. The girls continued to perform well as a team, finishing 2nd, while the boys stepped it up, scoring their team's highest points, finishing 5th. Individually, Avery Boydston in the 1600 M, Evenlyn Merriman in the 100 M and 200 M, Tracyn Bollig in the PV, and Hayee Comer in the Javelin all finished in 1st place. Carson Schartz in the Javelin, Taryn Boydston in the 400 M and 800 M, and Cayson Boydston in the 3200 M finished 2nd. Two relay teams finished in 2nd place: the girls' 4 x 100 of Rhoden, Merriman, Schmidt, and Burd, and the boys' 4 x 800 of Cox, Dixson, Cullison, and Boydston. Sienna Schmidt finished 3rd in the LJ and 4th in the TJ. Kooper Hankins finished 4th in PV, while Piper McClung came in 5th in PV. Overall, it was a good day for the Railroaders!! The challenge is to strive to get better as we finish the season.


The Ellis High School Class of 2027 is excited to announce that the Junior-Senior Prom will be held on SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026. This year’s theme is "Grandiose Garden." The formal event will feature a promenade, dinner, dance, and a fun-filled After Prom event at FHSU.
The Ellis community, including parents and grandparents, is invited to the Promenade, which will begin at 6:30 PM. Please use the designated promenade entrance. Our students are sure to look fantastic!
The Ellis community, including parents and grandparents, is invited to the Promenade, which will begin at 6:30 PM. Please use the designated promenade entrance. Our students are sure to look fantastic!

The Ellis Junior High Track team is heading to Plainville for the Fleming Invitational, which is hosted by Natoma. Field events will begin at 10:30 AM, with running events starting at 12:00 noon. For more information and the order of events, please visit https://aptg.co/9pQh8s.
Good luck, Railroaders! Let's aim for some great performances today! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck, Railroaders! Let's aim for some great performances today! #RAILROADERPRIDE

The Ellis High School Track and Field team will travel to Osborne on Friday, April 24th. There is no school that day due to a teacher's in-service. Athletes will meet at the track at 11:45 AM, with dismissal at 12:00. Field events begin at 3:00 PM. 3200 M will start at 4:00 PM. The 4 x 800 M relay will begin at 4:30 PM, followed by the rest of the track events.


Ellis Baseball and Softball will host home games tonight against the Sylvan-Lucas Mustangs. The Railroader Baseball team will begin with the JV boys at 3:00 PM, followed by the varsity boys. The Lady Railer Softball team will also start at 3:00 PM with varsity games only. More information about this afternoon's games is available online at https://aptg.co/-x92C5.
The Frozen Frog will be at the games, offering their refreshing snow cones and other treats. Thank you to the Frozen Frog for supporting Railroader Athletics!
Come out and support your Railroaders! Both baseball and softball teams are having great seasons! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Frozen Frog will be at the games, offering their refreshing snow cones and other treats. Thank you to the Frozen Frog for supporting Railroader Athletics!
Come out and support your Railroaders! Both baseball and softball teams are having great seasons! #RAILROADERPRIDE

EHS Track & Field is excited for a beautiful and warm day at the track meet in Plainville! The event will start at 3:00 PM. For more information and the order of events, please visit our website at https://aptg.co/Vscndl.
Results and additional details can be found on Kansas MileSplit at https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/726965-plainville-hs-invite-2026.
Good luck, Railroaders! Keep shining! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Results and additional details can be found on Kansas MileSplit at https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/726965-plainville-hs-invite-2026.
Good luck, Railroaders! Keep shining! #RAILROADERPRIDE

Noel Camacho spoke to our JH students about his career as a car salesman at Lewis Automotive Group. Thanks Noel!

REMINDER! Attention Ellis High School Parents and Students:
The Ellis High School Site Council Community Service Award forms are due in the office by Friday, May 1, 2026. To be eligible for the award, students must complete 20 hours of community service.
If your child was inducted into the National Honor Society during this academic year, they will automatically receive this award. Award certificates will be presented at the EHS Awards Assembly on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 8:00 AM in the auditorium.
Forms are available online at https://aptg.co/FYLG6m and in the office. If you have any questions, please contact Maria Mick in the EHS/EJH Office at 785-726-3151 or mmick@usd388.com.
The Ellis High School Site Council Community Service Award forms are due in the office by Friday, May 1, 2026. To be eligible for the award, students must complete 20 hours of community service.
If your child was inducted into the National Honor Society during this academic year, they will automatically receive this award. Award certificates will be presented at the EHS Awards Assembly on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 8:00 AM in the auditorium.
Forms are available online at https://aptg.co/FYLG6m and in the office. If you have any questions, please contact Maria Mick in the EHS/EJH Office at 785-726-3151 or mmick@usd388.com.

LAST REMINDER!
Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Parents, Students, and Faculty/Staff:
This is the last opportunity to order a 2025-26 Railroader Yearbook! Orders accepted through Friday, April 24, 2026! The cost of a yearbook is $65.00. The EHS Journalism team works hard each year to create this memorable publication. This is the third year that the Railroader Yearbook will include grades 7-12, featuring pictures and memories from both high school and junior high. If you have already ordered, we thank you for your support!
Without the generosity of our students' families, it would be difficult to fund the yearbook, and this valuable tradition could come to an end. Sales are crucial for supporting this publication and maintaining this important class within our schools. Your purchase helps keep the yearbook alive for years to come. With the rise of online photos and social media, students and parents often overlook the value of a physical yearbook. 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 beginning of the school year, where they can sign each other’s yearbooks, reviving a cherished tradition.
The link to purchase a yearbook online can be found here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1070972/ELLIS-HIGH-SCHOOL/2026-Yearbook/20250925041943757123/CATALOG_SHOP. If you have any questions or want to confirm whether you have already purchased a yearbook, please contact the school office at 785-726-3151.
Thank you for supporting our work,
Ellis High School Journalism
Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Parents, Students, and Faculty/Staff:
This is the last opportunity to order a 2025-26 Railroader Yearbook! Orders accepted through Friday, April 24, 2026! The cost of a yearbook is $65.00. The EHS Journalism team works hard each year to create this memorable publication. This is the third year that the Railroader Yearbook will include grades 7-12, featuring pictures and memories from both high school and junior high. If you have already ordered, we thank you for your support!
Without the generosity of our students' families, it would be difficult to fund the yearbook, and this valuable tradition could come to an end. Sales are crucial for supporting this publication and maintaining this important class within our schools. Your purchase helps keep the yearbook alive for years to come. With the rise of online photos and social media, students and parents often overlook the value of a physical yearbook. 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 beginning of the school year, where they can sign each other’s yearbooks, reviving a cherished tradition.
The link to purchase a yearbook online can be found here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1070972/ELLIS-HIGH-SCHOOL/2026-Yearbook/20250925041943757123/CATALOG_SHOP. If you have any questions or want to confirm whether you have already purchased a yearbook, please contact the school office at 785-726-3151.
Thank you for supporting our work,
Ellis High School Journalism

The HS Ellis Railroader Track team traveled to Hill City. The competition will be one of the strongest fields they will face all year. Despite non-ideal conditions, the team competed very well. The girls' team finished 2nd for the 2nd time in a row, coming up a 1/2 point short of 1st. Avery Boydston had a very strong day, placing 1st in the 1600 and 3200 while breaking her own school record in the 1600 with a time of 5:13.74. Evelyn Merriman finished her day with a win in the 200 and finished 4th earlier in the 100. The girls' 4 x 100 finished 2nd (Mackinley Rhoden, Merriman, Schmidt, & Payten Burd). Taryn Boydston finished 3rd in the 1600 and 5th in the 400. Haylee Comer finished 4th in the Javelin. Sienna Schmidt finished 6th in the TJ. Traycn Bolling finished 3rd in the PV. All of our results can be found on this link: https://milesplit.live/meets/735952/team-scores
Way to go Railers!!!
Way to go Railers!!!


There will not be prelims today!! Running events begin at 1:30. Everything else remains the same.
Railroader Baseball heads south to play a doubleheader this afternoon against the Kinsley Mustangs! Game time is 4:00 PM. More information about today's games is available online at https://aptg.co/zL0QsG.
Good luck, Railroaders! Batter up! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck, Railroaders! Batter up! #RAILROADERPRIDE

The Lady Railers are heading to Scott City for a doubleheader against the Beavers today! The first game will start at 4:00 PM. You can find more information about the games online at https://aptg.co/-gbQfz.
Good luck, Lady Railers! Batter up! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Good luck, Lady Railers! Batter up! #RAILROADERPRIDE

