Washington Grade School

As we wrap up the first quarter, I’m reminded how fortunate we are to have such a supportive community in Ellis. Our staff, families, and patrons all play an important role in help...

It’s hard to believe we’re already a couple of days into another school year! The halls are busy, classrooms are full, and it’s great to have our students and staff back in the bu...

Ready or not, the midpoint of summer break has arrived! I hope you've had the opportunity to relax, spend quality time with family and friends, and maybe even enjoy a getaway or t...

As summer break is underway, I will take one more chance to congratulate the Class of 2026 — and all our students, teachers and staff — on another wonderful school year. It was al...

Congratulations to our students who made the A and AB Honor Roll this 9 weeks.

This interest survey is for parents to declare their interest in securing a slot in the USD 388 Little Railers Childcare facility. The facility is scheduled to open on Monday, Aug...

As the 2025-2026 school year comes to an end, I am filled with pride for our students and our graduates. The class of 2026 has been inspiring to watch through their high schoo...

Ellis Students Growing Academically, Outperforming Neighboring Districts Use this link to access the press release: https://aptg.co/3fzG4k Use this link to access to access t...

Families, We wanted to share an update regarding the last day of school. While our current calendar lists Thursday, May 14 as the final half day, we will now end the school yea...

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Dear Ellis USD 388 Community, Parents, and Faculty/Staff: Spring has arrived, bringing busy times filled with spring cleaning, calving season, fieldwork, and more. This season can...

Mother Nature seems to have a good sense of humor this time of year. Whether a 70-degree day in February or a snowstorm as soon as spring sports kick off, she always keeps us guess...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Child Care Aware of Kansas Honors Ellis Child Care Coalition as a Child Care Community Champion Ellis, Kansas – March 2026 Child Care Aware of Kansa...

We have Pre-School Round Up Next Thursday, March 5 th from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. -Kristen Gaschler

USD 388 is thrilled to introduce Mark Wildeman as the new Principal of Washington Grade School for the 2026–2027 school year! Mr. Wildeman brings a wealth of experience to the posi...

Preparing this column as a winter wind swirled outside, I recalled a beloved children’s book, The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. It was a favorite of my kids, whether they were ask...

Congratulations to all!

Exciting News! The Heartland Community Foundation has awarded a $5,000 grant to the USD 388 Education Foundation in support of the Little Railers Childcare Cen...

Happy December! I’m always a bit amazed by how quickly we get from the first day of school to winter break. And with the learning activities, winter sports competitions, music prog...

USD 388 Announces Plans to Move Forward with New Childcare Facility; Community Foundation of Ellis Offers December Matching Challenge for Project USD 388, Ellis Public Schools...