This summer is where champions are built. 💪🔥

Join the ECHS Ladybird Strength, Conditioning & Sport Specific Instruction Camps and put in the work to become faster, stronger, more confident, and more competitive for next season. Whether you’re chasing a starting spot, preparing for your sport, or just wanting to improve, this is your opportunity to get better every single day.

At ECHS, we take pride in our winning tradition — district championships, playoff runs, state qualifiers, and record breakers don’t happen by accident. They’re built in the offseason. 🏆

Come compete. Come grow. Come be part of something bigger.

Get signed up today to put in the work to chase your dreams!

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about 8 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
Promotional flyer titled "El Campo Ladybird Strength and Conditioning & Sport Specific Instruction Camps." The graphic features a dark background with a large red "EC" logo and icons for softball, soccer, basketball, track and field, and volleyball.

Once a Ricebird, Always a Ricebird.
Before the bricks come down, come walk those halls one last time. We are opening the doors of El Campo High School for a final "Come and Go" walkthrough. Whether you graduated five years ago or fifty, come visit your favorite classroom, and share a few more laughs in the place where it all started.
đź“Ť El Campo High School

🗓️ Friday, May 22

⏰ 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Help us spread the word! Let’s give these buildings the send-off they deserve.

Buildings to be demolished this summer: band hall, wood shop, counselor's office (old student center).

Buildings to be demolished in the near future: AVS, H building, library, cafeteria, C building, and front office.

1 day ago, Ricky Ricebird
An illustrated poster titled "Ricebird Alumni: One Last Walk Through the Halls!" features three cartoon ricebird characters dressed in El Campo "E" letterman jackets standing in front of an illustration of El Campo High School. The poster includes a banner that reads: "Before we say goodbye to the old buildings, all former Ricebirds are invited back home to reminisce and celebrate the memories made within these walls." An information box at the bottom details the event: Location: El Campo High School Date: Friday, May 22 Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM A small note at the very bottom adds: "No formal program—just a come and go chance to say goodbye. We can't wait to see you there!"

🌺 Aloha, Ricebirds! Let’s Save Lives! 🥥

NHS & Student Council are hosting a Luau-themed Blood Drive in honor of the brave Amelia Lyford! Amelia, the daughter of Mrs. Lyford, a science teacher at ECHS, has won her battle with leukemia!

When: Wednesday, May 13
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: ECHS Practice Gym
Theme: Luau! Wear your favorite tropical shirt! 🌴

Perks of Donating:
Receive a FREE exclusive beach towel! 🏖️
Get a free diabetes health screening.
The best feeling in the world: helping someone in need.

How to Join:
Appointments are required. Sign up online with this link.

#RicebirdNation #GiveBlood #CommitForLife #AmeliaStrong

6 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Promotional flyer for the El Campo High School Blood Drive in honor of Amelia Lyford. The flyer features a photo of Amelia, a smiling young girl, and details the event: Wednesday, May 13, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Practice Gym at 600 West Norris, El Campo, TX. It includes a QR code to schedule appointments and mentions that successful donors will receive an exclusive beach towel.
🎤 Rock Out at the ECMS Pop Show! 🎶
Get ready for a night of chart-topping hits and incredible talent! Our El Campo Middle School Choir has been working hard to bring you a high-energy performance you won't want to miss.

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, May 7th
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: ECMS Cafeteria
Admission: Only $5!

Bring your friends, family, and your loudest applause to support these amazing students. Let’s pack the house and make it a night to remember! 🌟
12 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Promotional poster for the El Campo Middle School Pop Show featuring the Middle School Choir. The poster has a vibrant red and black "rock concert" theme with a large microphone and musical notes. It lists the event for May 7th at 6:00 PM in the El Campo Middle School Cafeteria. Admission is $5. The bottom text reads, "Come support our amazing students and enjoy a night of your favorite pop hits!"
🎶 "May the 4th be with you!" 🎶

Join us tonight for a cinematic musical journey! The El Campo Middle School Symphonic and Wind Ensembles are taking the stage to perform iconic themes from Star Wars, Jaws, E.T., and more.

🗓️ Tonight, May 4
đź•• 6:00 PM
đź“Ť ECHS Auditorium
🎟️ Free Admission

Don't miss this unforgettable night of music!
13 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Flyer for a Spring Concert featuring the El Campo Middle School Symphonic and Wind Ensemble. The design includes musical notes and cinematic icons like Jaws, Star Wars, and E.T. Event details: Monday, May 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the ECHS Auditorium. Admission is free.

🎉 Big shoutout to our amazing Middle School Tennis Team! This week, they hit the courts at the district tournament and came away with some fantastic results.🌟

8th grade mixed doubles DISTRICT CHAMPS Riott & Arturo
7th grade girls doubles DISTRICT CHAMPS Alyda & Rylie
7th grade mixed doubles DISTRICT CHAMPS Rarity & Jeremiah
8th grade girls doubles 2nd in district Hayden & Valerie
8th grade boys doubles 2nd in district Mayson & Jackson
8th grade girls singles 2nd in district Avery
8th grade girls singles 3rd in district Sofia
7th grade girls singles 3rd in district Aviana

18 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
RIOTT AND ARTURO
ALYDA AND RYLIE
RARITY AND JEREMIAH
HAYDEN AND VALERIE
MAYSON AND JACKSON
AVERY
SOPHIA
AVIANA

🌺 Aloha, Ricebirds! Let’s Save Lives! 🥥

NHS & Student Council are hosting a Luau-themed Blood Drive in honor of the brave Amelia Lyford! Amelia, the daughter of Mrs. Lyford, a science teacher at ECHS, has won her battle with leukemia!

When: Wednesday, May 13
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: ECHS Practice Gym
Theme: Luau! Wear your favorite tropical shirt! 🌴

Perks of Donating:
Receive a FREE exclusive beach towel! 🏖️
Get a free diabetes health screening.
The best feeling in the world: helping someone in need.

How to Join:
Appointments are required. Scan the QR code on the flyer or sign up online with this link.

#RicebirdNation #GiveBlood #CommitForLife #AmeliaStrong

19 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Promotional flyer for the El Campo High School Blood Drive in honor of Amelia Lyford. The flyer features a photo of Amelia, a smiling young girl, and details the event: Wednesday, May 13, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Practice Gym at 600 West Norris, El Campo, TX. It includes a QR code to schedule appointments and mentions that successful donors will receive an exclusive beach towel.

Wednesday, May 13, is Physical day! From 8:30 to 12:30, doctors will be at the middle school to perform physicals for 6th-8th graders. Then from 1:30 to 4:30, they will be at the high school. Physicals will be $20 cash!

Information for Middle School Students
Requirements for a new physical:
All students who will be in their freshman year in the 2026-2027 school year and plan to participate in athletics.
All 6áµ—Ę°-grade students planning on participating in athletics for the 2026-2027 school year.
All athletes who have been injured during the 2025-2026 school year and wish to participate in the 2026-2027 school year.
Any students wishing to participate in athletics for the 2026-2027 school year who did not participate in the 2025-2026 school year.

Completed medical history and payment will be due before May 4áµ—Ę°.

Information for High School Students
Requirements for a new physical:
All current athletes who will be in their junior year for the 2026-2027 school year and who plan on participating in athletics.
All athletes who have been injured during the 2025-2026 school year and wish to participate in the 2026-2027 school year.
Any students wishing to participate in athletics for the 2026-2027 school year who did not participate in the 2025-2026 school year.

Completed medical history and payment will be due on or before May 4áµ—Ę°.

23 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Flyer for El Campo High School Physical Day. Requirements include current athletes who will be juniors in 2026-2027, athletes injured in 2025-2026, and new athletes. Date: May 13th from 1:30 to 4:30. Price: $20.00 cash only. Medical history and money due by May 4th. Logos for Ricebird Sports Medicine and El Campo Memorial Hospital are included.
Flyer for El Campo Middle School Physical Day. Highlights: May 13th, 8:30–12:30 at the Middle School. Cost is $20.00. Required for incoming 7th and 9th graders, new athletes, or those injured in 2025-2026. Includes Ricebird Sports Medicine and El Campo Memorial Hospital logos.

Only one month left until summer break! It's the perfect time to start planning your summer activities. Don't forget to prioritize the exciting Ricebird Sports Camps. You can easily register and make payments online by using this Registration Link.

Let's make this summer unforgettable!

25 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
list of 2026 sports camps with dates and costs
list of 2026 ricebird strength & conditioning camp dates and times
A huge round of applause for the outstanding inductees of the ECMS NJHS for 2026-2027! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off—congratulations on this remarkable achievement!
about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
A large group of El Campo Middle School students sitting on red bleachers in a gymnasium. The students are the 2026-2027 National Junior Honor Society inductees, smiling and dressed in semi-formal attire for their induction ceremony.
The ECMS Technology Student Association kids worked hard and learned a lot at the state contest. The Electrical Applications team of Cayden Baldwin and Liam Vasquez came in 6th place, and the Inventions and Innovations team of Jayvyn Fuentes, Noah Garcia, Sebastian Gonzalez, and Kadyn Moreno came in 11th. The crew also enjoyed a trip to the Dr. Pepper Museum in Waco on the way and a visit to the statue of John F. Kennedy in Dallas. They are already looking forward to next year!
about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
Six ECMS Technology Student Association students and sponsor standing together at the state contest, smiling by the TSA 2026 sign
6 kids and TSA sponsor in blue shirts pose for a photo in front of a statue of John F. Kennedy in Dallas.
Wishing our ECMS TSA (Technology Student Association) students an amazing journey to Fort. Worth for the state competition! Best of luck to Kadyn Moreno, Sebastian Gonzalez, Jayvyn Fuentes, and Noah Garcia in Inventions and Innovations, and to Cayden Baldwin and Liam Vasquez in Electrical Applications. You've got this!
about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
6 boys standing in front of a school van

ECHS STEP II Plant Sale!
April 10, 9 a.m. – noon
Step II Greenhouse (Avenue F)

Prices starting at just $3.00!

Herbs and Veggies:
Tomatoes
Peppers
Squash
Tomatillos
Parsley
Rosemary
Thyme
Tarragon
Dill

Plants and Flowers:
Petunias
Mini roses
Loquat trees
Aloe and other succulents
Hibiscus
Lantana
Begonias
Sunpatents
Marigolds
Spider plant
Potted ivy

about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
Flyer for the ECHS STEP II Plant Sale on April 10 from 9 a.m. to noon. The event is located at the Step II Greenhouse in the fence on Avenue F. The flyer features photos of vibrant red flowers and potted starters, noting that staff assist students with all aspects of plant care, from seeds to fertilizing.

Congratulations to the ECMS Ricebirds on their track meet success! The Boys 8th grade team took home 3rd place overall!

Top 8th grade individual finishes included:

Aiden Ramirez District Champ in 400m Dash (58.35)

Jordan Powell 2nd in High Jump (5-2) and 3rd in 100m Dash (11.76)

Joel Vazquez 2nd in Discus (123-5) and 3rd in Shot Put (38-11)

Arturo Escamilla 3rd in 2400m (8:52.16) and 3rd in 1600m (5:29.71)

Brayden Deleon 3rd in 110m Hurdles (18.52) and 2nd in 300m Hurdles (46.73)

Chance Townsend 3rd in 300m Hurdles (46.75)

about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
Ramirez headshot
Powell headshot
Vazquez headshot
Escamilla headshot
Deleon headshot
townsend headshot

📢 The PDSES Application is NOW OPEN!

The Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) program provides a one-time $1,500 online grant for eligible students receiving special education services in Texas public schools.

Families can use these funds to purchase:
✔️ Educational materials (textbooks, curriculum, technology)
✔️ Services like tutoring or therapy

🗓 Application Window: April 1 – April 30, 2026
⏰ Don’t wait — applications close April 30!

👉 Apply and learn more here: https://pdses.tea.texas.gov

If you have questions or need support with the application, please reach out. We’re happy to help! 979-543-9051

about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
Logo for PDSES (Parent-Directed Special Education Services) featuring a blue house icon over an open book. The logo is flanked by illustrated diverse children and adults holding hands, representing family and community support.

🗽 Start spreading the news! 🍎

The Derby Dolls are bringing the magic of the Big Apple to the stage! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we present our spring show: "New York, New York."
From the bright lights of Broadway to the bustling city streets, come support our talented dancers for a night of incredible performances!

đź“… When: April 9, 2026
đź•• Time: 6:00 p.m.
đź“Ť Where: El Campo High School Auditorium
🎟️ Tickets: $8 Adults | $5 Students - Available via Venmo or Cash at the door!
We can’t wait to see you there!

about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
Poster for El Campo High School Derby Dolls presentation of "New York, New York" on April 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the El Campo High School Auditorium. The image features a New York City skyline at night with the Statue of Liberty, a yellow taxi, and a silhouette of a dancer.
Students in the ECHS Health Science Phlebotomy Program are working to get their license to draw blood as phlebotomists, and they need your help. Each phlebotomy candidate must complete 30 successful venipuncture sticks to earn certification! Please help them out by volunteering.

All participants who volunteer to allow a future phlebotomist to “stick” their arm will be entered into a drawing for gift cards ranging from $50 to $250. One entry per stick! You can participate more than once.

Location: Building H at the high school, at the corner of Ave F & Ash Street.
Volunteer days and times are
April 7: 4:00-6:30
April 11: 9:00 - 11:30 and 1:00 - 3:30
April 14: 4:00 - 6:30
April 20: 4:00 - 6:30
April 22: 4:00 - 6:30
April 23: 4:00 - 6:30
April 25: 9:30 - Noon
April 27: 4:00 - 6:30
April 28: 4:00 - 6:30
For more information, email Ms. Kacer at kkacer@ricebirds.net or 979-533-2686
about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
echs health science phlebotomy program sticks for students flyer
FAQ flyer for the Phlebotomy program. Key points: No age requirement (under 18 needs parental consent), blood is disposed of in biohazard containers, for questions contact Kaydi Kacer at kkacer@ricebirds.net
Today, we celebrate the School Librarian! As the heart of our learning community, these unsung heroes are vital to the educational journey. They foster a love for books, encourage creativity, and skillfully guide us through the world of information.

Thank you to Janel Marcial at Myatt, Leslie Kolojaco at Hutchins, Cynthia Maffett at Northside, Lupe Callies at the middle school, and Shelby Gadake at the high school. You are all vital to our mission of empowering Ricebirds!
about 1 month ago, Ricky Ricebird
collage of the 5 ladies

Calendar reminder: No School Friday, April 3rd, due to Good Friday!
Enjoy the long weekend and see you back in class on Monday, April 6th.

about 2 months ago, Ricky Ricebird
empty desks with the words "no school friday"

Reminder: No school on Friday, March 27th, due to Fair Day!

about 2 months ago, Ricky Ricebird
WCYF logo with the caption "fair day - no school Friday, March 27th