The Railroader baseball team will play at home tonight against the Spearville Lancers at 4:00 PM. Good luck, Railroaders!
The Ellis Railers will compete at Oberlin in their 1A Regional Track and Field contest this season.
https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/assignments/track%20&%20field/regional/11/0
2nd round of pictures from Role Model Appreciation today.
Our second round of seniors honored their role models this morning and did a great job.
Ellis Jr./Sr. High School is proud to recognize an outstanding educator and our 7-12 Athletic Director, Mr. Derek Schoenthaler! We are thrilled to have his experience, knowledge, and expertise as part of our school community. Mr. Schoenthaler maintains a busy schedule, teaching junior high physical education while also serving full-time as our 7-12 Athletic Director, a role that requires many evenings and weekends. He is passionate about athletics and the leadership qualities it fosters in our youth. Mr. Schoenthaler always emphasizes the teamwork and sense of community that both athletics and extracurricular activities bring to Ellis schools.
For the past five years, he has been dedicated to serving the Ellis community and its students and families. In addition to his teaching and athletic director roles, he has coached football and various youth sports in the community, including club volleyball and federated wrestling. Mr. Schoenthaler is a strong supporter of our Railroader athletics and looks forward to cheering on his children as they enter junior high and high school. We truly appreciate his commitment both inside and outside the classroom. As the athletic director, Mr. Schoenthaler is a respected resource for both students and coaches. We are inspired by the number of students who feel his support and encouragement. He also ensures that athletes are recognized for their achievements and college signings.
Fun facts about Mr. Schoenthaler include his love for golf and being a proud father of three, with one of his children in his class this year. Another interesting tidbit? He is a fan of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers! We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated athletic director and educator like Mr. Schoenthaler. He makes a difference daily and is highly valued in our community and school. We are honored to celebrate his contributions as part of our Railroader family. Thank you, Mr. Schoenthaler!
It’s a busy week for the Lady Railer softball team with three games! The Lady Railers are at home this afternoon against the Spearville Lancers. Game time is 4:00 PM on this beautiful day. Good luck, Railers!
What a great first week it was for Open Weight Room on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 7:30pm! Several kids making the decision to improve! Reminder we are back at it tomorrow 7:30pm come join us!
We are looking for help with the baseball games tomorrow early on (3-5pm). Jobs would be running the scoreboard and/or keeping the pitch count. Please contact Derek if interested (dschoenthaler@usd388.com).
Upcoming meet info:
Tuesday April 8 at Smith Center with a 2:30pm start time. Running events start at 4:00. Please look at the pin messages for the order of events. Students will be served lunch at the school at 10:45, dismissed at 11, and leave at 11:15. Please pack a lunch for later in the day, as we will not be stopping on the way home. I will send a message when we leave from Smith Center with an estimated arrival time. Have a great weekend!
Congratulations to Jaren Frickey for making KSHSAA, Sports in Kansas, and Wichita Eagle All State basketball honorable mention for this season! Way to #EarnIt
Railer baseball endured harsh weather conditions to come away with 2 wins @ Oberlin. Game 1 was 21-3 (3 innings) & Game 2 was 18-0 (3 innings).
Unfortunately, I have had to implement an attendance policy. If you would like a paper copy please send me a personal message.
JH will be practicing indoors at the high school. Practice should be over around 4:15-4:30.
Coach Carter
It's a chilly game day! The Lady Railers are hosting the Larned Indians this afternoon. Game time is at 4:00 PM. Good luck, Lady Railers!
It's game day for our Railroader baseball team! They are on the road this afternoon to take on the Oberlin Red Devils. Game time is 4:00 PM at Sheri Ruf Field (northeast of the high school). Good luck, Railroaders!
Attention Junior and Senior Parents & Students! The Ellis High School Prom is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025. This is a formal event, so proper formal attire is required for attendance.
Please remember that the After-Prom Permission Form (https://5il.co/2ib84) must be submitted by Friday, April 11. If you plan to bring a guest who is NOT a current EHS student, make sure to complete the Out-of-Town Date Form (https://5il.co/24rlk), which is due by Wednesday, April 23.
The prom is organized by the Junior Class, and we need parent volunteers to help ensure the success of both Prom and After-Prom. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to one of the prom sponsors: Katie Crawford at (kcrawford@usd388.com) or Breanne Nilhas at (bnilhas@usd388.com), or call us at 785-726-3151.
Thank you for your support!
Railer Golf got off to a good start at Hoisington yesterday with a 3rd place team finish. Jaren Frickey and Tyler Bongartz each broke 90 and earned top 10 medals. Great job gentlemen! Keep Grinding!
It's School Librarian Appreciation Day! Ellis Jr./Sr. High School is proud to recognize an outstanding educator and district librarian: Mrs. Shelly Hensley! We are thrilled to have her experience, knowledge, and expertise as part of our school community. Mrs. Hensley has a busy schedule, teaching 7th-grade history while also serving as our full-time district librarian, traveling between three schools each day. Not a day goes by without Mrs. Hensley bringing a smile with her. She is optimistic, enthusiastic, and, above all, kind to everyone. She has served the Ellis community and schools for many years, and her commitment and dedication to our students and the families of Ellis make us proud!
In addition to her teaching and librarian roles, she has coached volleyball and sponsored many organizations in the past. Mrs. Hensley has always been a strong supporter of our Railroader athletics, especially following her son, Dalton, and her daughter, Bailey, throughout their high school years. We truly appreciate her commitment both inside and outside the classroom. As a librarian, Mrs. Hensley is a friend and trusted resource to both students and faculty. She is always willing to roll up her sleeves to help where needed or to offer an encouraging word. We are inspired by how many students feel comfortable asking for book suggestions and by the numerous comments about her kindness. Mrs. Hensley knows what the kids enjoy and does her best to maintain a great selection of books. Reading is essential, and having her at the helm of our library is wonderful for our schools.
Fun facts about Mrs. Hensley include her love for the outdoors. She enjoys hunting, fishing, and walking. She is also a proud grandmother to three beautiful granddaughters, and her son is getting married this fall. A bonus? She's a fan of 80s rock — you have to love an 80s girl! We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated librarian and teacher like Mrs. Hensley. She makes a difference every day and is valued in our community and at our school. We are honored to celebrate her contributions as part of our Railroader family. Thank you, Mrs. Hensley!
The Ellis Railer began their 2025 season this year at Russell. The ladies finished 3rd with Natalee North having two personal bests winning both the shot and disc., Avery Boydston finished 1st in the 1600 m and 3200 m, Evelyn Merriman came home with a 1st in the 200 m and 2nd in the 100 m, Sienna Schmidt finished 5th in the TJ, and the 4 x 1 came in 2nd (Rhoden, McClung, Schmidt, Merriman). The boys competed well with Aron Bencze finishing 2nd in the Shot (PR) and Disc. Our pole vaults brought home a 2nd place JT Rhoden (PR), 3rd Kamden Keller, and 6th Tracyn Bollig. Carson Schartz finished out the boy's placings with 5th place in the javelin.
Next up for the Railer track team is Norton, next Friday. Great work tonight Railers!!
Reminder that EJH Cheer Tryouts start next week on Monday 4/7 at 6:00 pm at the high school. Any 6th or 7th grade girls interested should attend! Please wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. If you have any questions, please contact Clara North at cnorth@usd388.com
