Congratulations to Raegan Jimenez, Eliana Brull, Emma Downing, Evelyn Merriman, and Sienna Schmidt. Additionally, our journalism group won the 1A Photography Contest Sweepstakes, which is an impressive accomplishment!
Ellis schools provide numerous opportunities for involvement and teach valuable lifelong skills through classes like journalism! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Our Railroader Baseball and Softball teams are playing at home tonight in doubleheaders against the Ellinwood Eagles! It's also SENIOR NIGHT! Game time is at 4:00 PM. For more information about tonight's events, please visit https://aptg.co/_PrDMR.
Congratulations to all our seniors this season! We are proud to recognize them tonight at the conclusion of the first games. The senior baseball players are Ben Byers, son of Nickole Byers, and Maddux Reese, son of Lance and Marta Reese. The senior softball players are Raegan Jimenez, daughter of Javi and Jessica Jimenez, and Kia Mader, daughter of Michael and Mindi Mader.
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 ball games and delicious food!
Good luck to everyone, and congratulations! Batter up, Railers! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER
Good luck, Railers! Let’s go! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Additionally, results for the meet will be available on KS Milesplit at https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/726983-plainville-jr-hi-invitational-2026.
Good luck, Railroaders! Keep shining! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER
Good luck, Railroaders! Batter up! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER
Good luck, Railroaders! Remember, the most important shot is the next one! #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 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
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
Good luck! Let's show some drama, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
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
