All School's Day Parade!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- BRIANNA STUCKY! Whether she is singing, dancing, or cheering, Brianna's contagious smile and sweet personality will light up the room! You may recognize Bri from the musical stage as the Fairy Godmother in Cinderella or from leading the cheer squad the last two years as co-captain! If you have heard Brianna sing or play the violin, you know she has amazing musical talent; she recently qualified for State choir with both a solo and the senior ensemble. Bri is also a National Honor Society member, a Discipleship Group Leader, and is our KSHSAA Citizenship Award winner. Her plans next fall include heading to Wichita State University to major in business and minor in dance. She would also like to study interior design at WSU Tech. Congratulations, Brianna, we can't wait to see how the Lord uses you in your future endeavors!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- DANIEL OLSEN! Daniel has spent years running up and down the soccer field and taking endless laps around the track; it is safe to say that this long distance runner has logged more miles than the average high school student! Daniel is known as a highly intelligent, quiet guy with a wide range of interests. He is an athlete, an artist, a reader, and a gifted writer! It is rare for a high schooler to hold the same job his entire high school career, but Daniel has worked for We Wash Windows since he was 14, sometimes even putting in hours before school or late at night. Daniel has also spent many years working up the ranks of Scouting, and after hours of dedication to projects and community service, Daniel became an Eagle Scout last October. Daniel is looking forward to attending McPherson College in the fall. His major is undecided; however, he is interested in a possible career in software development. Congratulations, Daniel! We can't wait to see what the Lord has planned for you!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT - JOHN BURRILL! John is an avid sports fan who loves the Kansas City Chiefs and loves to play baseball -- he has been playing since age four! John has been in choir every year of high school and has spent many hours on the stage participating in all four high school musicals. He was also a member of the senior ensemble that qualified for state choir this spring. Apparently he is an expert bowler as well (240? Wow!)! John is known as a polite young man with a huge heart who is willing to help anyone in need. He will be attending Hutchinson Community College this fall to major in Fire Science and plans to pursue a career in firefighting. John, we wish you the very best as you follow God's leading for the next steps of your journey!
NEW TIME! Due to the threat of storms this evening, the baseball and softball games have been moved up to 2:00 this afternoon. They will be held in Galva vs. Little River. Let's go, Eagles!
The junior high track team wraps up their season today at the Wheat State League meet. The event takes place at Solomon beginning at 12:00. Finish strong, Eagles!
Ryland Hawkinson signed today with the Blue Dragon Track & Field Team at Hutchinson Community College! Congratulations, Ryland!
The softball and baseball teams closed out a busy week today with make-up games vs. Remington!
Softball: 8-6 (W), 15-2 (W)
Baseball: 5-9 (L), 9-10 (L)
Introducing the Elyria Christian Royalty!
Queen: Alexus Swenson
King: Colby Clark
Flower Girl: Brylee Goodrich
Crown Bearer: Leyton Foote
Cheer them on at May Fete on Wednesday and Thursday evening, and wave to them in the All School’s Day parade on Friday!
It was a busy night for baseball and softball! The softball team headed to Sterling, while the JV baseball team hosted Inman at home.
Congratulations to both teams!
Softball: 11-1 (W), 21-3 (W)
Baseball: 16-6 (W)
The teams are back in action on Saturday afternoon at 3:00 pm in Whitewater (rescheduled from 4/28).
The K - 5th graders had a blast at Field Day! Thank you to Mrs. Anderson and the many volunteers who helped make this event possible!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT - ETHAN UNRUH! Ethan joined this class three short years ago as a sophomore, and it quickly became apparent that he has a wide variety of gifts and talents! Ethan can be found on a cross country course, on the baseball field, and on the stage in musicals and worship team. If you haven't heard his amazing bass voice, you have been missing out! Ethan is a proven leader as a Discipleship Group Leader and Co-Captain of the Scholar's Bowl team. He is a Kansas State Scholar, our 2023 Homecoming King, and is a class Co-Salutatorian! Ethan is headed to Kansas State University - Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus to major in Engineering. Ethan, keep your eyes focused on the Lord, and serve Him in all you do! Congratulations!
This afternoon the JV baseball team plays in Galva vs Inman at 4:30 pm. Meanwhile, the girls softball team will travel to Sterling to play at 4:00 pm. Let's go, Eagles!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT - CALEB LANEY! You can tell by his pictures that this guy would rather be outside working than almost anywhere else at any time of day! The basketball court might be a close second for Caleb, as he has spent many years on the court working on that 3-point shot that came in handy in several critical moments over the past two years! Caleb has a mechanical mind, enjoys the rodeo and working with horses, and is continually on the search for the "perfect" truck. He spent one year in the welding program at the Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy, and he is more than ready to venture out into full-time work. Caleb plans to head to North Dakota to work on the pipeline after graduation. Congratulations, Caleb! Best wishes as you enter the next phase of your journey!
The elementary band and choir will be performing their Spring concert this evening at 7:00 in the ECS gym. All are welcome to come and listen!
Yesterday was a beautiful day to travel the short distance to Moundridge for a track meet.
ECS girls placed 4th overall.
High Jump
4th Hannah Bower 4-04.00
Discus
4th Kenna Cass 94-01.50
Javelin
2nd Ryland Hawkinson 97-03.00
Shot Put
1st Ryland Hawkinson 33-04.50
4x800 Meter
1st Grace, Laney, Macy, Ryland 10:44.65
1600 Meter
3rd Laney Reiff 5:39.32
400 Meter
2nd Grace Prescott 1:03.74
800 Meter
2nd Laney Reiff 2:33.21
3rd Macy Reiff 2:38.97
Boys team finished overall 12th
Discus
2nd Blake Robertson 128-04.00
Shot Put
1st Blake Robertson 44-00.50
The baseball and softball teams were back on the field tonight vs. Hutch Trinity.
Softball: 12-0 (W), 13-3 (W)
Baseball: 5-13 (L), 11-10 (W)
Tonight was also Senior Night - congrats to seniors John Burrill and Ethan Unruh!
The elementary students had a great time singing for the residents at Pine Village in Moundridge!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- ELIAS GILBERT! How do you describe Elias? Polite, artistic, authentic, and hard-working...and so much more! Elias is well-known for his artistic ability, winning several merit awards, three first place awards, Best in Show - Student Choice, and Best in Show 3D. Art teacher Lori Price shared, "Elias is one of those blessed by God with a natural talent to do very well with any art media I put before him." This year Elias joined the choir, worship team, and the school musical; you may recognize him as the King in Cinderella! Elias is a Discipleship Group Leader, a Scholar's Bowl Member, and a four-year Honor Roll recipient. His future plans include taking classes in art or business after high school. Congratulations, Elias! We wish you well on your next steps after ECS!
It's Senior Night for the baseball and softball teams! Both teams play against Hutch Trinity this afternoon in Galva, first pitch at 4:30. Senior recognition will take place between games. Let's go, Eagles!
