Ellis High School/Junior High

Vonda Ackerman, Theresa Thomas, Paulette Wildeman, Mark Wildeman, Courtney Maska (Not pictured Jaymi Gabel and Bob Ackerman)...Honored for their 5 years of service to USD #388!!

Volleyball Jamboree schedule of play at Hays High School on Tuesday, August 26.

Ellis Jr/Sr High School is looking for activities help in many areas this fall.  If you are interested in serving in any of the following roles, please contact Derek Schoenthaler at dschoenthaler@usd388.com.  

Football Announcer
Football Score/Clock Operator
Football Spotter
Football Chains

Volleyball Score/Clock Operator
Volleyball Bookkeeper
Volleyball Line Judge

The ELLIS Junior High and Senior High School Fall Sport Stores are now open and ready for orders! These stores are for both junior high and high school students, each with different closing dates. Please note that the football store closes today. Don’t miss this chance to look your best while supporting our RAILROADERS! RAILROADER PRIDE!
**ELLIS FOOTBALL (https://2025ellisfootball.itemorder.com/shop/product/50456253/ - closes 8/18/25 @ 2:00 PM),
ELLIS CROSS COUNTRY (https://elliscrosscountry2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/ - closes 8/22/25),
ELLIS VOLLEYBALL (https://ellishsvolleyball25.itemorder.com/shop/sale/ - closes 8/21/25)**

Great 1st practice of the season! High School football had 28 out this morning! Also this is the last reminder to get your football gear orders in! Store closes today at 2pm. Dont miss out! https://2025ellisfootball.itemorder.com/shop/product/50456253/

HS KAY Club is hosting back to school event.

🏈 High School Football Practice Schedule Start Date: Monday, August 18th Mon–Wed: 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM Thu–Fri: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM 📢 Parent/Guardian Meeting Date: Tuesday, August 19th Time: 6:30 PM Location: Ellis Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium Who Should Attend: Both parents and players Purpose: Discuss season goals and planned activities 🛍️ Team Shop Reminder Orders Due: Monday at 2:00 PM Link: https://2025ellisfootball.itemorder.com/shop/home/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwMLPLVjbGNrAws8qmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeNrDY8kMfkDxXIjSDRNFS5qK9nj9g8wxExLOXQGQxnSCDOzyhV9CGBWe_rxY_aem_xFx2Ge40AYM00byu52odMA Don’t miss out on your team gear! If you have any questions, please contact Coach Eichman

Attention Seniors and Senior Parents: On Monday, August 25, 2025, all seniors will have their senior banner pictures taken during 6th hour. Seniors are asked to select one sport, club, or organization to represent in their picture. Students should wear a jersey, uniform, or t-shirt that corresponds to their chosen sport, club, or organization. Props are encouraged, and students may use multiple props to showcase their interests. Please ensure you have the uniforms or props you need for the pictures. Absent students will have their banner pictures taken on Thursday, September 25, after the school pictures. Ellis High School is always proud to recognize our seniors, and we are happy to continue providing these banners for our students!

Welcome to Kobi Shubert, Junior High Math! Mr. Shubert graduated high school in 2021. He participated in Football, Basketball, and track in high school. He was involved in Stem club in college. We are excited to have Mr. Shubert at Ellis Jr./Sr. High!

We want to welcome Lili Shubert, High School Math!! Miss Shubert graduated high school in 2021. She participated in volleyball, basketball, track, and cheerleading and was a member of multiple clubs. She then attended Barton County to play basketball. Welcome Miss Shubert!!

Ellis Junior High School will hold 7th Grade Orientation on Tuesday, August 19th, at 6:00 PM in the auditorium. Parents and students are welcome and encouraged to attend! We look forward to meeting you! It's going to be a great year!

We are just 1 week away from the start of the fall sports season! A reminder that all physical and head injury release waivers need to be completed and turned into the office in order for students to be enabled to practice. Please don't turn over or submit forms to coaches. The Activities' Association does have policy on how many practices must be attended before students are able to compete, so please don't miss out on those opportunities by being late to schedule those appointments and get forms submitted. Thank you!

Your Lady Railers finished their summer weights program this morning. I can't express how proud Mrs. Davenport and I are of these girl's dedication and work ethic. We are looking forward to seeing this work pay off this year in all of their sports. Your top performers for Summer 2025: Sky Begler - Deadlift Taylor Kohl - Squat Hannah James - Bench Lux Bell - Hang Clean Joslyn Honas - 40 Breckyn Honas - Shuttle Journey Swagerty - Broad Jump Josey Schoenthaler - Vertical Jump Harper Burd - Highest total increase Bristol Honas - Power Ratio We're so proud of their gains and can't wait to see what this year has in store for them. Go Railers!

That’s a Wrap for Ellis Power 2025 – High School Boys Weights! 💪🏽🏈 This summer, the boys put in the work and it showed! Team attendance finished at an impressive 91% with the following athletes achieving a perfect 100% attendance: Seniors: Ben Byers, Owen Richards, Carson Schartz Juniors: Aiden Aschenbrenner, Baylor Born, Colton Metzler, Dom Fondoble Sophomores: Trent Schartz, Westin Vine, Sam Byers, Asher Haag Freshmen: Jack Reed, Carter Jimenez, Hunter Honas, Colt McCoy A special shoutout to Senior Owen Richards for an incredible milestone — 100% attendance for all 4 years of high school summer weights! 🔥 REMINDER: First Practice: August 18th @ 6:30 AM Jamboree: August 29th at Ellis Season Opener: September 5th @ Lincoln Football is here! 🚂💥 Team Store Reminder: Get your Railroaders Football gear before August 18th at 2 PM! If you need a kid’s jersey number for personalization, reach out. 🛒 Shop Here https://2025ellisfootball.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Congratulations to the Ellis Girls Track team and Avery Boyston for being nominated for “The Catchy” award. They were voted as winners for the 2024-2025 school year. The Ellis Girls were 1A State Track & Field Champions and selected 1A program of the year. Avery Boyston was selected Girls Cross Country Athlete of the Year. Congratulations Ladies!! https://www.catchitkansas.com/2025/08/07/2025-catchys-award-winners/

The 2025 Railer VB store is now open!! The store will be open until August 21st at midnight!! https://ellishsvolleyball25.itemorder.com/shop/sale/

Here is the XC store for the 2025 Season!!!

The deadline for all orders is August 22nd at Noon.

Begin shopping by opening this link.

https://elliscrosscountry2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/

ATTENTION: Fall sports practices are right around the corner. If you have not yet taken care of your sports physical for the upcoming school year, there is an opportunity to do that tomorrow. Dr. Augustine will be at Ellis High School on Wednesday, August 6, from 9am-4pm. No appointment needed.

Great news, Ellis fans! Your amazing support has helped us win the @TMobile #FN5GL $5K Fridays sweepstakes! 🙌 We’re so proud of our Railer spirit! But we’re not stopping here! Help us reach our next milestone as a top 25 finalist by spreading the word on social and tagging @ellisrailers and @TMobile with #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes. Let’s keep the energy high and show off our Railer pride! Thank you all for being part of this journey! Don't forget to tag

Welcome back, Railroaders! We are thrilled for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year! Important information and resources for everything related to BACK TO SCHOOL can be found online at https://www.usd388.com/o/usd388/page/back-to-school. Online enrollment (the link is located on the BACK TO SCHOOL page) should be completed by August 15, 2025. Enrollment fees should be paid in person on the following dates at each building--Monday, August 11 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM), Tuesday, August 12 (8:00 AM to 6:00 PM), or Wednesday, August 13 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM). All payments must be made by check or cash only. We are looking forward to a fantastic year and can't wait to see everyone. Maria Mick (785-726-3151 EHS/EJH, mmick@usd388.com) and Theresa Thomas (785-726-3136 WGS, tthomas@usd388.com).