Check out the ECMS Invention Convention! Our talented students showcased their incredible GT project inventions, and it was a joy to see parents and staff engaging with these creative minds. Guests received $100 in Investor Bucks to "invest" in their favorite inventions—what an inspiring day!






🧦 Rock Your Socks – Friday, March 20! 🧦
We’re celebrating World Down Syndrome Day a little early this year!
Join us on Friday, March 20, by wearing your craziest, most colorful mismatched socks to show support and raise awareness.
💙 2026 Theme: Together Against Loneliness 💛
Everyone deserves connection, friendship, and a place to belong. Let’s be intentional about including others and making sure no one feels left out.
It’s more than just fun socks; it’s about building a stronger, more inclusive community.
#RockYourSocks #WDSD2026 #TogetherAgainstLoneliness #InclusionMatters #ChooseKindness

ECMS cafeteria ladies greeted students back with St. Patrick’s Day green donuts! 🍀

Field events will start at 3:45 pm, and running events will follow! #SoaringRicebirds🦅


Alyda Armstrong, Aviana Bustamante, Eve Terrazas, and Michaela Stamps!
Old record 53.97 in 1989
New record 53.87 in 2026

Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Derby Doll Gym

Let’s give a shoutout to our outstanding diagnosticians: Ginger Kacal, Taryn Staff, Laura Motal, Stacy Amestoy, and Stephanie Cortez. Your impact is truly remarkable!

Spring Break is just around the corner, Ricebirds! ☀️🌴 Mark your calendars: ECISD will be closed from March 9th through the 13th. We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and sun-filled break!
Don't forget:
March 6: Early Release Day
March 16: Staff Development (no school for students)
March 27: Fair Day

Mark your calendars, Ricebirds! Spring STAAR testing begins in April. Check the schedule below for your campus and grade level dates!
📍 Hutchins (3rd Grade): ELA April 14 | Math April 28
📍 Northside (4th Grade): ELA April 14 | Math April 28
📍 Northside (5th Grade): ELA April 14 | Science April 21 | Math April 28
📍 ECMS (6th-7th Grade): ELA April 14 | Math April 29
📍 ECMS (8th Grade): ELA April 14 | Science April 21 | S.S. April 22 | Math/Alg 1 April 29
📍 ECHS: English I April 7 | English II April 9 | Biology April 21 | US History April 22 | Algebra I April 29

🗓️ It’s Official: The 2026-2027 Academic Calendar is Here! 🗓️
The El Campo ISD Board of Trustees has officially approved the calendar for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year! We know how important it is for our Ricebird families to plan ahead, so we are excited to share these key dates with you.
Key Highlights:
First Day of School: August 12
Fall Break: October 12-13
Thanksgiving Break: November 23-27
Winter Break: December 18 - January 1
Spring Break: March 15-19
Last Day of School: May 26
Class of 2027 Graduation: May 27
📍 View & Download the full calendar here: Link to 2026-27 Academic Calendar


Gage, Jaelyn, Jocelyn, Trey, Hector, and Adrean.
They celebrated their achievement with a pizza party! Way to go, Ricebirds! 🍕🎉

Officer Alan Lee at Hutchins, Officer Robert Holder at Northside and Myatt, Officer Kourtney Rivera at El Campo MS, and Officer Melissa Huggins at El Campo HS.
A huge thank you to this team for keeping our schools safe and for being such positive role models for our Ricebirds. We truly value the difference they make every single day!





Save the date! 🎭 Step into the world of "Mary Poppins" at El Campo Middle School’s Fine Arts Night! ☂️✨ Join us for an evening celebrating the incredible talent of our Art, Band, Theatre, Woodshop, Print AAVCT, Dance, and Choir students.
📅 When: February 26th @ 5:00 PM 🎟️ Tickets: $5.00 (Cash only) 🛍️ Plus: Silent Auction (Cash/Check) and Concessions available!
Don't miss out on this "practically perfect" night! #ECMSFineArts #FineArtsNight #SupportTheArts

The El Campo Ricebirds and El Campo Ladybirds Soccer teams invite the little athletes from the El Campo Youth Soccer League to join us at tomorrow's game. Admission is free for any athlete who is registered with the Youth Soccer League for this year's season.
The young Athletes will need to arrive at 6:00 pm and will run onto the field before the varsity girls' game. Larry Smith will assist with checking in the children at the gate.
Only athletes receive free admission. Parents and siblings must pay for admission.
Spread the word!



