The Ellis Junior High Band had a fantastic day at the MCEL Music Festival hosted by TMP! They represented Ellis schools and the community exceptionally well, receiving top ratings for all their performances.
The Ellis Junior High Brass Trio, consisting of Myles Vine, Eli Wagner, and Jon Luea, earned a rating of 1.
The Ellis Junior High Woodwind Choir, made up of Katie Hines, Izzy Fondoble, Brie Keller, Maverick Swagerty, Lulu McCaffery, and Kyle Yates, also received a rating of 1.
Brie Keller was the only soloist and received an impressive rating of 1+ for her saxophone solo.
The Ellis Junior High Brass and Percussion Ensemble, which included Myles Vine, Eli Wagner, Andrew Corbett, Jaxon Henman, Jon Luea, Chase Aschenbrenner, Luke James, Caleb Schield, and Gabe Ball, received a rating of 1 as well.
Additionally, the Ellis Junior High Woodwind Trio, comprised of Katie Hines, Izzy Fondoble, and Brie Keller, also received a rating of 1.
Great job, EJH Band and Mrs. Renetta Dawson! We're proud of you and look forward to the future of the music program at Ellis! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Ellis Junior High Brass Trio, consisting of Myles Vine, Eli Wagner, and Jon Luea, earned a rating of 1.
The Ellis Junior High Woodwind Choir, made up of Katie Hines, Izzy Fondoble, Brie Keller, Maverick Swagerty, Lulu McCaffery, and Kyle Yates, also received a rating of 1.
Brie Keller was the only soloist and received an impressive rating of 1+ for her saxophone solo.
The Ellis Junior High Brass and Percussion Ensemble, which included Myles Vine, Eli Wagner, Andrew Corbett, Jaxon Henman, Jon Luea, Chase Aschenbrenner, Luke James, Caleb Schield, and Gabe Ball, received a rating of 1 as well.
Additionally, the Ellis Junior High Woodwind Trio, comprised of Katie Hines, Izzy Fondoble, and Brie Keller, also received a rating of 1.
Great job, EJH Band and Mrs. Renetta Dawson! We're proud of you and look forward to the future of the music program at Ellis! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Congratulations to the journalism staff members who placed in the Regional Competition. These ladies will go on to compete at the state level in April.
The Lost and Found at Ellis Jr./Sr. High School will be available today and tomorrow during the Student-Led Conferences. Parents and students are encouraged to check the table for any lost items that may be theirs.
Additionally, a bunny mask is waiting to be claimed by Mr. Kohl! LOL!
Additionally, a bunny mask is waiting to be claimed by Mr. Kohl! LOL!
It has been a fantastic year for Railroader Wrestling! Five wrestlers have qualified for the KSHSAA 3-1A State Tournament, which will be held this weekend at Fort Hays State University.
We will hold a send-off at Ellis Jr./Sr. High School on Thursday, February 26, during seminar, starting at 2:50 PM. Parents and community members are welcome to attend.
Congratulations to Hannah James, Kia Mader, Lyla Richards, Piper McClung, and Asher Haag! We are proud of you and wish you the best of luck at State! #RAILROADERPRIDE
We will hold a send-off at Ellis Jr./Sr. High School on Thursday, February 26, during seminar, starting at 2:50 PM. Parents and community members are welcome to attend.
Congratulations to Hannah James, Kia Mader, Lyla Richards, Piper McClung, and Asher Haag! We are proud of you and wish you the best of luck at State! #RAILROADERPRIDE
High Plains Radio will be broadcasting tonight's sub-state basketball game between the Lady Railers and the Red Devils on their YouTube channel. Here is the link to watch tonight's game.
https://www.youtube.com/live/LUQgjbNZqk8?si=BVayfoku3n2CNaUF
https://www.youtube.com/live/LUQgjbNZqk8?si=BVayfoku3n2CNaUF
Smoky Hills PBS will be providing live coverage of the 2026 Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) Class 3-2-1A Boys' and Girls' State Wrestling Championships. The event is scheduled for February 27 and February 28, 2026, at Gross Memorial Coliseum on the campus of Fort Hays State University. Coverage will begin at 9 AM Friday, February 27th, and continue at 9 AM Saturday, February 28th. A rebroadcast of the Championship Finals will air on Sunday, March 1st, at 12 PM. For more information on broadcast times and additional coverage details, visit the website at SmokyHillsPBS.org or download the free Smoky Hills PBS mobile app.
The Lady Railers are headed into Sub-State action today! Tonight, the girls' team will be on the road for the first round of Sub-State at Oberlin, where they will face the Oberlin-Decatur Co. Red Devils. The game is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM.
You can follow Sub-State Basketball online through the KSHSAA website at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/assignments/basketball/sub-state/2/2. Select 1A D1 and choose the school Ellis to find our Sub-State information.
The girls' bracket is also available online at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6332.
Good luck, Railers! #RAILROADERPRIDE
You can follow Sub-State Basketball online through the KSHSAA website at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/assignments/basketball/sub-state/2/2. Select 1A D1 and choose the school Ellis to find our Sub-State information.
The girls' bracket is also available online at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6332.
Good luck, Railers! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Attention: EJH/EHS Parents & Students:
Student-Led Conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, and Thursday, February 26, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Conference times will be arranged with seminar teachers. During these conferences, students will showcase various projects and lead discussions with the support of their seminar teachers.
The purpose of the Student-Led Conferences is to discuss your student's Individual Plan of Study, which includes their strengths, areas for growth, career interests, and class selections for the upcoming year. Please note that seniors will not participate in these conferences.
All teachers will be available during this time. If parents wish to meet with other teachers, please check their availability or schedule a time in advance. We look forward to seeing everyone at the conferences! If you have any questions or need to confirm your scheduled time, please contact the office at 785-726-3151 or email Maria at mmick@usd388.com.
Student-Led Conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, and Thursday, February 26, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Conference times will be arranged with seminar teachers. During these conferences, students will showcase various projects and lead discussions with the support of their seminar teachers.
The purpose of the Student-Led Conferences is to discuss your student's Individual Plan of Study, which includes their strengths, areas for growth, career interests, and class selections for the upcoming year. Please note that seniors will not participate in these conferences.
All teachers will be available during this time. If parents wish to meet with other teachers, please check their availability or schedule a time in advance. We look forward to seeing everyone at the conferences! If you have any questions or need to confirm your scheduled time, please contact the office at 785-726-3151 or email Maria at mmick@usd388.com.
The EHS Railroaders are headed into Sub-State action this week! Tonight, the boys' team will be on the road for the first round of Sub-State at Hill City, where they will face the Ringnecks. The game is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM.
You can follow Sub-State Basketball online through the KSHSAA website at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/assignments/basketball/sub-state/2/1. Select 1A D1 and choose the school Ellis to find our Sub-State information.
The boys' bracket is also available online at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6324.
Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
You can follow Sub-State Basketball online through the KSHSAA website at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/assignments/basketball/sub-state/2/1. Select 1A D1 and choose the school Ellis to find our Sub-State information.
The boys' bracket is also available online at https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6324.
Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
Come support our Ellis schools at the Scholastic Book Fair! St.Mary's School Tuesday and Thursday 3:30-7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome!!
Railer Wrestlers took the mat in a Regional tournament boasting 5 of the Top 10 teams in the state. The Railers entered with a young, but amazingly strong group of grapplers. The four freshmen and lone sophomore represented Ellis and themselves well.
Kooper Hankins and Korbyn Kroeger gained valuable experience, wrestling with heart and extreme toughness throughout the day. Jack Reed and Carter Jimenez both found wins in their first KSHSAA Post-Season contest, falling just short of the podium to continue their seasons.
Asher Haag, 138-pound runner-up at the tournament, joins the four Lady Railers who qualified for the KSHSAA State Tournament this Friday and Saturday in Hays at Gross Memorial Coliseum. Good luck to the 5 Railers continuing their quest for gold. #itsagreatdaytobearailer
Ellis is sending 4 girls and 1 boy to State! Support the Railer Wrestlers AND the EHS Railway Apparel Store by purchasing state gear today!
https://ehswrestlingstate2026.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Store closes promptly at noon on Monday, February 23 so apparel is ready for competition on Friday!
**please note: back of the shirts will be finalized on Monday morning. The backs shown here are only placeholders.
We are in the midst of a busy Forensics season! The Ellis High School Forensics team is heading to Quinter for a tournament today. The tournament will start at 8:00 AM. Good luck, Railroaders! Keep earning your spots at State!
It’s Regional Wrestling Day! Our Railroaders will be competing for a chance to advance to State at the tough KSHSAA 3-2-1A Regional Championship at Norton Community High School. For more information about this event, please visit the KSHSAA website: https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/Wrestling/RegAssignments.cfm?Class=3-1A.
You can follow the event and view results online at: https://www.flowrestling.org/nextgen/events/14588334/information. The competition will start at 9:30 AM.
Good luck, Railroaders! Let's earn a spot at State! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER
You can follow the event and view results online at: https://www.flowrestling.org/nextgen/events/14588334/information. The competition will start at 9:30 AM.
Good luck, Railroaders! Let's earn a spot at State! #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEARAILER
Ellis High School is looking for an announcer for the spring softball season. If interested, please get in touch with Derek Schoenthaler at dschoenthaler@usd388.com or 785-726-3151.
Ellis FFA is excited to announce that National FFA Week is from February 23 to 26, 2026! There are many events planned that all Ellis Jr./Sr. High School students can participate in, including dress-up days, trivia contests, and a search for the FFA emblem! Let’s celebrate FFA and all the incredible contributions this organization makes to the Ellis community and our schools!
"Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve."
Mrs. Dani Schmidt , USD 388 Ag Teacher-FFA Advisor, 785-726-3151, daschmidt@usd388.com
More pictures from Role Model Appreciation.
2nd round of role model appreciation. Our seniors did great!
The wind is blowing today, but the Lady Railers are traveling to Hoxie this evening to compete against the Indians. This game is a rescheduled match from Tuesday night that was postponed. Please note that there will be no junior varsity (JV) games tonight. The varsity girls' game will start at 6:00 PM, followed by the varsity boys' game.
You can find more information about tonight's games online at https://aptg.co/m61p9n.
Additionally, Varsity games at Hoxie are live-streamed through Open Spaces. To watch the live video, please visit https://openspacessports.com/wp/ and select "Watch Live Video."
Good luck, Lady Railers! #RAILROADERPRIDE
You can find more information about tonight's games online at https://aptg.co/m61p9n.
Additionally, Varsity games at Hoxie are live-streamed through Open Spaces. To watch the live video, please visit https://openspacessports.com/wp/ and select "Watch Live Video."
Good luck, Lady Railers! #RAILROADERPRIDE
The Ellis Railroaders are traveling to Hoxie this evening to compete against the Indians. This is the rescheduled game that was supposed to be played on Tuesday. Please note that there will be no JV games tonight. The Varsity Girls' game will kick off at 6:00 PM, followed by the Varsity Boys' game.
You can find more information about tonight's games online at https://aptg.co/m61p9n.
Additionally, Varsity games at Hoxie are live-streamed through Open Spaces. To watch the live video, please visit https://openspacessports.com/wp/ and select "Watch Live Video."
Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
You can find more information about tonight's games online at https://aptg.co/m61p9n.
Additionally, Varsity games at Hoxie are live-streamed through Open Spaces. To watch the live video, please visit https://openspacessports.com/wp/ and select "Watch Live Video."
Good luck, Railroaders! #RAILROADERPRIDE
