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
The Railroader track team is traveling to Russell for their first meet of the season, which is a change from the original calendar. The start time is 4:00 PM. Good luck to our Railroaders!
The Railroader golf team is traveling to Hoisington for their first tournament of the season. They will be playing at the Lake Barton Golf Course, with a tee time of 1:00 PM. Good luck to our Railroaders!
Today is Para Appreciation Day! We are proud to recognize our outstanding paraprofessionals! We are truly thankful for everything they do for our Ellis Jr./Sr. High School students and teachers, from assisting in classrooms and the library to monitoring classrooms. Our school could not operate as smoothly without them. Each one of them makes a significant difference for our students and teachers every day! Thank you, Mr. Johnny Cox, Mrs. Paula Erbert, Mrs. Shandra Housley, and Mrs. Shyrl Luea!
Railer Baseball started the season @ Ellsworth with a solid performance in game 1 winning 17-4 in 6 innings. Game 2 got rained out with Railers ahead 5-1 in the bottom of the 3rd inning. The 2nd game did not reach the 5 innings needed to be a complete game. Great start to the baseball season!!
Railer Softball 🥎 playing short handed tonight because of illnesses lost both games tonight in Ellsworth 15-5 and 21-13. Back to work tomorrow!!! Alyssa Rome and Brooke Starns each got their first career dingers tonight
Get ready—it's Game Day! The Lady Railer Softball team is on the road to face the Ellsworth Bearcats at 4:00 PM today. The games will be held at the Ellsworth Recreational Complex. Good luck, Lady Railers!
We are not joking- it's Game Day! The Ellis Railroader Baseball team is on the road to take on the Ellsworth Bearcats at 4:00 PM today! Games will take place at the Ellsworth Recreational Complex. Good luck, Railroaders!
Big thank you to Mike Keller for talking to our seniors about car maintenance today and giving great life advice!
Ellis Jr./Sr. High School is proud to recognize an outstanding educator: Mrs. Nicole Carroll! We are thrilled to have her experience, knowledge, and expertise as part of our school community. Mrs. Carroll has a busy schedule, teaching the Career and Financial Planning class to seniors while also serving as our full-time counselor for grades 7-12. Each day, she brings positivity, creativity, and empathy to our school environment.
In addition to her teaching and counseling roles, Mrs. Carroll is the advisor for KAY (Kansas Association for Youth), which provides numerous leadership and learning opportunities for our students. KAY also organizes events like Snowball and various community service projects throughout the year. Furthermore, she has coached in the past and enjoys watching her sons and husband play golf. You can often find her helping out at sporting events, whether running the clock or keeping score. We truly appreciate her commitment both inside and outside the classroom.
As a counselor, Mrs. Carroll is a friend to all—students and faculty alike. She is always willing to lend a hand to colleagues and students, and her door is always open. Those who enter are greeted with a smile and a “How can I help?” attitude. She serves as a lifelong support system for our seniors, assisting with graduation and scholarship applications. Many students have expressed how much she genuinely cares about their well-being and success, and this sentiment resonates throughout our school. Mrs. Carroll makes a difference every day.
Another fun fact about Mrs. Carroll is that her family runs The Frozen Frog, a snow cone business that operates during the summer. She is also a fan of Bon Jovi and has even attended one of their concerts. She truly embodies the spirit of an '80s girl at heart! We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated counselor and teacher like Mrs. Carroll. She is valued in our community and at our school, and we are honored to celebrate her contributions as part of our Railroader family. Thank you, Mrs. Carroll!
The EHS media students traveled to Hays to attend the FHSU Informatics Open House today. The students attended various breakout sessions and had some hands on experience with the technology.
REMINDER!! Ellis High School’s Site Council Community Service Award forms are due in the office by Thursday, May 1, 2025. As a reminder, 20 hours of community service is required to be eligible for the award. If your son or daughter was inducted into the National Honor Society this academic year, he or she will automatically receive this award. Award certificates will be presented during the EHS Awards Assembly held on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, @ 8:00 AM in the auditorium. Forms are available online (https://5il.co/2szcr) and in the office! If you have any questions, please contact Maria in the office at 785-726-3151.
Attention Seniors and Senior Parents! This is a reminder that Project Graduation donations are due by April 15th. An email has been sent to all parents and students. If you did not receive the email or any information regarding Project Graduation, please contact Maria in the office at 785-726-3151. A special thank you to all the businesses and individuals who have donated to Project Graduation! Your support is greatly appreciated!
This week, the EHS Journalism staff is distributing "You’re in the Book" flyers to all students at Ellis Jr./Sr. High School who have not yet purchased a 2024-25 Railroader Yearbook. The cost of a yearbook is $50. The EHS Journalism team works hard each year to create this memorable publication. This is the second year that the Railroader Yearbook will include grades 7-12, featuring pictures and memories from both high school and junior high.
Without the generosity of our students' families, it would be difficult to fund the yearbook, and this valuable tradition could come to an end. Sales are crucial for supporting this publication and maintaining this important class within our schools. Your purchase helps keep the yearbook alive for years to come. With the rise of online photos and social media, students and parents often overlook the value of a physical yearbook. Ensure your memories last a lifetime—purchase your Railroader Yearbook today! Students who buy a yearbook will be invited to the “Signing Celebration” at the beginning of the school year, where they can sign each other’s yearbooks, reviving a cherished tradition.
The link to purchase a yearbook online can be found here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1070972/Ellis-High-School. If you have any questions or want to confirm whether you have already purchased a yearbook, please contact the school office at 785-726-3151.
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