The Ellis Junior High Railroaders will be on the road this afternoon to face the Plainville Cardinals. The games are set to start at 4:00 PM. You can find game information online at:
https://aptg.co/PgK8Q_. Good luck! #RAILROADERPRIDE
about 1 hour ago, Maria Mick
Our second group of seniors got to volunteer at WGS during 6th hour today.
about 20 hours ago, Nicole Carroll
Attention USD 388 parents, students, and faculty/staff: Our phone lines have been intermittently down over the last two days. We are actively working on the issue and hope to restore them soon. If you need to contact one of the schools, please use their cell phone numbers or email addresses:
- Ellis Jr/Sr High School: 785-726-1503 (cell),
mmick@usd388.com - Washington Grade School: 785-726-1505 (cell),
tthomas@usd388.com.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
about 21 hours ago, Maria Mick
Veterans Day Assembly, November 11th
about 21 hours ago, Nicole Carroll
Ellis High School senior Tayler Schmidt has been selected to participate in the North West Kansas Music Educators Association District Honor Band for 2025. This will be Tayler’s second year serving as the first-chair bass clarinet, and it will also provide her the opportunity to audition for the KMEA State Honor Band in January. Congratulations, Tayler! #RAILROADERPRIDE
1 day ago, Maria Mick
EHS / EJH are polishing their basketball skills in some 3-on-3 Pool Play in PE.
2 days ago, Mr. Dreiling
The junior high basketball season kicks off this afternoon with the Ellis Junior High Railroaders facing off against the Hill City Ringnecks. The boys' game will start at 4:00 PM at Ellis Jr/Sr High School, while the girls' game will take place at the North Campus. You can find tonight's program online at:
https://aptg.co/68LMMS. Good luck to all the teams! #RAILROADERPRIDE
2 days ago, Maria Mick
Come out and support our state Champion and state Runner-up XC runners as they arrive back to Ellis at 5:50 pm. The escort will start at the north hill.
5 days ago, Mark Wildeman
Your 2025 1A State XC Champion and Runner-up Avery Boyston and Taryn Boyston. Congratulations and Great Job Ladies!! Railer Pride!!
5 days ago, Mark Wildeman
Today is the KSHSAA 1A State Cross Country Championships in Wamego! Our Railroaders are proudly represented this weekend by two exceptional runners, Avery Boydston and Taryn Boydston. Good luck to both of you!
For more information about the state meet, including race times and results, please visit:
https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/tournament/info/cross%20country/state/60/0 and select Class 1A. The 1A Girls' race is scheduled to start at 11:45 AM and will be held at the Wamego Country Club.
Live scoring and splits will be available at KS.MileSplit.com and MidwestTiming.com. Additionally, a multi-camera video production will be available on NFHSNetwork.com for $13.99, featuring KSHSAA Hall of Famer Garry Sigle as part of the broadcast team.
Check on USD 388's social media sites for results later today! We are proud of you both, Avery and Taryn! #RAILROADERPRIDE
5 days ago, Maria Mick
Ellis High School is excited to support our State Cross Country Qualifiers, Avery Boydston and Taryn Boydston! These talented runners are sure to make an impact at the State meet this Saturday in Wamego. For more information about the state meet, please visit:
https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/tournament/info/cross%20country/state/60/0 and select class 1A. The Railroader family wishes both of you the best of luck as you compete for the state championship! #RAILROADERPRIDE
7 days ago, Maria Mick
Ellis High School is proud to introduce its newest organization, HOSA: Future Health Professionals. EHS students made a strong impression at the Kansas HOSA Fall Leadership Conference this past week! They were actively developing skills, building connections, and shaping their futures in healthcare. The future is bright for our EHS students!
7 days ago, Maria Mick
Ellis High School STUCO is participating in the American Red Cross high school program. Through participating in this program, we will give students extra community service opportunities that could help save lives! This learning-in-action opportunity will help students develop and recognize their leadership and humanitarian spirit. Through the aforementioned program, our organization has the opportunity to help others, while also helping establish a scholarship fund to benefit engaged students as they move to higher education.
In response to the need for blood in our community and the desire to help our students participate in more community service activities, we are asking for your support and participation in our upcoming blood drive. This event will be held at Ellis High School on Wednesday, November 12, from 8:30am-2:30pm.
By donating blood, you stand out as a positive example for students, other parents, and community members to get involved. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of hospital patients in our area and across the nation. This is a community service that is both easy and rewarding!
To be eligible to donate, you must be healthy, at least 16 years of age, weight at least 110 pounds, not have given blood in the past two months, and have identification (photo ID, donor card, etc.). High school students will need to have a parental consent form signed and completed and must also meet height and weight requirements to donate.
You can schedule an appointment today to donate blood by visiting https:www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Ellis or contacting Derek Schoenthaler at 785-726-9422 or dschoenthaler@usd388.com. For questions about donor eligibility, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. On behalf of the Ellis High School STUCO members, thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Derek Schoenthaler
Ellis High School STUCO Sponsor
7 days ago, Derek Schoenthaler
The temps are cold, but the grill was hot for the football breakfast! Good luck to the Railers as they take on Oberlin in the first round of playoffs. Come support the boys in Oberlin! Kickoff at 7:00. #itsagreatdaytobearailer
7 days ago, Ron Haag
This morning the Hays Chamber put on a career fair at Hays High and our seniors attended and learned more about career opportunities in the area.
8 days ago, Nicole Carroll
Maggie James returned to EHS and spoke to the JH students about her job at Amber Wave as a marketing and communications specialist. Thanks Maggie!
8 days ago, Nicole Carroll
ATTENTION ELLIS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS!! The Ellis Recreation Commission is excited to announce the Great Pumpkin Hunt, taking place for all Ellis High School students on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 8:45 PM. The event will be held at the K18 Baseball Field. Show up if you dare, and don’t forget to bring a flashlight!
9 days ago, Maria Mick
We are excited to celebrate and send off Avery and Taryn Boydston as they prepare to compete in the KSHSAA 1A State Cross Country Championships on Saturday, November 1, in Wamego.
We will hold a state send-off on Thursday, October 30, at approximately 2:50pm at EHS. The public is welcome to attend this event.
Below is some information regarding the 1A Girls' race on Saturday.
- The race is scheduled for 11:45am and will be held at the Wamego Country Club.
- Tickets are $10 for kindergarten and above. PreK and under are free. Fans may purchase tickets in advance online at GoFan.com. Tickets may be purchased on site with cash only. Tickets purchased in advance will be redeemed at the gate.
- Live scoring and live splits will be available at KS.MileSplit.com and MidwestTiming.com. There will be a multi-camera video production on NFHSNetwork.com for $13.99 with KSHSAA Hall of Famer Garry Sigle as part of the broadcast team.
- No pets are allowed.
- Programs will be sold for $4.
- State championship apparel will be available.
9 days ago, Derek Schoenthaler
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for tonight (Tuesday, October 28) and tomorrow (Wednesday, October 29) from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Parents are asked to stop by the office first to pick up grade cards. If you have any questions about the conferences, please contact the office at 785-726-3151 or email
mmick@usd388.com. We look forward to seeing all parents!
9 days ago, Maria Mick
