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
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!
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
“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
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
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
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



REMINDER! EJH Parents & Students:
Ellis Junior High School’s Awards Assembly is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. in the Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. Parents and families are encouraged to attend! Students will receive athletic letters, honor roll certificates, and various awards during this assembly.
Please remember to bring all books, your laptop, and your charger! All outstanding bills, including lunch and computer repairs, must be settled before dismissal. Please check PowerSchool for any outstanding balances.
**Please note that students with five or more conduct card marks will not be allowed to participate in the day's activities and will remain at school.**
School will be dismissed at 3:24 PM on Wednesday, May 13, marking the start of summer!
7TH GRADE LAST DAY
*Following the check-in, all 7th graders will participate in the Annual Bike Tour of Ellis at approximately 9:15 AM. Students need to bring a regular bike to school. Scooters and hoverboards will not be allowed. If you do not have a bike, please contact the office. Mr. Dreiling, Mr. Kohl, and Mr. Davenport will accompany the students, with assistance from Mrs. Becky Rorabaugh. Before returning to school for lunch, the group will stop at Dollar General for a treat. Please bring cash if you would like to make a purchase. We will return to school in time for lunch.
*After lunch, 7th graders will check in their laptops and clean out their lockers.
*In the afternoon, students will watch a movie, and if time permits, games and other activities will be available.
8TH GRADE LAST DAY
*After the assembly, 8th graders will check in their laptops and clean out their lockers.
*All 8th graders will watch a movie in the auditorium following check-in. At 11:00 AM, the 8th grade will leave for Hays for lunch and bowling. Please send money with your child for lunch at either Sonic, Taco Bell, or Wendy's. Students are also asked to bring $8.00 to Miss Crawford for bowling at Centennial Lanes in Hays. The 8th graders will return to school at approximately 3:15 PM.
Ellis Junior High School’s Awards Assembly is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. in the Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. Parents and families are encouraged to attend! Students will receive athletic letters, honor roll certificates, and various awards during this assembly.
Please remember to bring all books, your laptop, and your charger! All outstanding bills, including lunch and computer repairs, must be settled before dismissal. Please check PowerSchool for any outstanding balances.
**Please note that students with five or more conduct card marks will not be allowed to participate in the day's activities and will remain at school.**
School will be dismissed at 3:24 PM on Wednesday, May 13, marking the start of summer!
7TH GRADE LAST DAY
*Following the check-in, all 7th graders will participate in the Annual Bike Tour of Ellis at approximately 9:15 AM. Students need to bring a regular bike to school. Scooters and hoverboards will not be allowed. If you do not have a bike, please contact the office. Mr. Dreiling, Mr. Kohl, and Mr. Davenport will accompany the students, with assistance from Mrs. Becky Rorabaugh. Before returning to school for lunch, the group will stop at Dollar General for a treat. Please bring cash if you would like to make a purchase. We will return to school in time for lunch.
*After lunch, 7th graders will check in their laptops and clean out their lockers.
*In the afternoon, students will watch a movie, and if time permits, games and other activities will be available.
8TH GRADE LAST DAY
*After the assembly, 8th graders will check in their laptops and clean out their lockers.
*All 8th graders will watch a movie in the auditorium following check-in. At 11:00 AM, the 8th grade will leave for Hays for lunch and bowling. Please send money with your child for lunch at either Sonic, Taco Bell, or Wendy's. Students are also asked to bring $8.00 to Miss Crawford for bowling at Centennial Lanes in Hays. The 8th graders will return to school at approximately 3:15 PM.

**Attention Ellis High School Students!**
Finals are scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, and Wednesday, May 13, 2026. We will have a full day of classes on both Tuesday and Wednesday. Note that Wednesday will be the last day of school, with a regular dismissal time of 3:24 PM. Happy Summer!
Finals are scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, and Wednesday, May 13, 2026. We will have a full day of classes on both Tuesday and Wednesday. Note that Wednesday will be the last day of school, with a regular dismissal time of 3:24 PM. Happy Summer!

Missed graduation? No worries—the entire ceremony was captured and edited by the EHS Media Team! 🎓📹
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5h3J_FD7xMc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5h3J_FD7xMc
The Ellis High School Track & Field team traveled to Dighton to compete in a very competitive track meet. The girls' team got back on track with a strong 2nd-place finish, while the boys' team struggled a bit. Avery Boyston made her mark on a continued stellar Ellis High School career by beating two of her own school records on the day in the 3200 and 1600. Placers on the day are: Avery Boyston 1st in 1600 and 2nd in 3200, Taryn Boyston 1st in 800 and 3rd in 1600, Eveyln Merriman 2nd in 200, 3rd in 100, and 6th in LJ, Haylee Comer 2nd in Javelin, Sienna Schmidt 4th in LJ, Carson Schartz 5th in Javelin, Traycn Bollig 5th in PV, and Cayson Boydston 6th in 3200. The girls' 4 x 100 had a PR and placed 4th (Peyton Burd, Merriman, Schmidt, and Mackinley Rhoden) . On the day, the Railers had eleven PRs. Keep rising as the lights become brighter! Next up for the Railers in the league meet in Smith Center.



Congratulations to Colton Metzler for carding a career best round of 84 and earning an 11th place medal today. The team played well shooting 358 and placing 5th! Great job Railers!

