Celebrating our standout Ricebird Baseball Team! 🌟

Pitcher of the Year: Jonah Poenitzsch
Defensive MVP: Jackson Bystrek
about 8 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
johan on the mound
jackson in uniform
Celebrating our standout Ricebird Baseball Team! 🌟

First Team All District:
Andy Russell, Kyle Wied, Jake Drabek, Hudson Bystrek

Second Team All District:
James Terrazas, Caleb Leach, Jax Bubela, Aiden Chisum
about 8 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
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kyle
jake
hudson
james
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Celebrating our standout Ricebird Baseball Team! 🌟

Honorable Mention:
Holt Yackel, Luke Tidmore

Bi-District Champs
Kudos to all! 🎉
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team picture

State Meet Send-Off!

Join us for a send-off for Maddie Holmes and Ava Simper as they head to the State Track & Field Meet!

We're so proud of these talented athletes and their hard work this season. Let's show them our Ricebird pride! ❤️

When: Wednesday, May 13th
Time: 12:15 PM
Where: Between Ricebird Gym and Student Parking

Go Ladybirds! Run fast, jump high, and finish strong! 🏆

about 11 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
Poster for a Ladybirds State Meet Send-Off. Features photos of athletes Maddie Holmes and Ava Simper. Text announces the UIL 4A State Track & Field Meet send-off on Wednesday, May 13th at 12:15 PM, located between the gym and student parking. Includes the Ricebirds logo and the message "We're proud of you!"
🎓 EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL 2026 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY 🎓

Date: Thursday, May 21st
Time: 8:00 PM (Gates open at 6:45 PM)
Location: Ricebird Stadium

**Important Information:**
- Certain items are not permitted: Please refrain from bringing balloons, air horns, or noise makers.
- Only clear bags will be allowed for entry.
- Spectators will have the opportunity to enter the field at the end of the ceremony, although this is subject to change.

We look forward to celebrating this special occasion!
1 day ago, Ricky Ricebird
An official flyer for the El Campo High School Commencement Ceremony. The design features a white background with a decorative red border. At the top, bold red text reads "EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY." Below the title is an illustration of a red graduation cap resting on a rolled diploma tied with a red ribbon. Beside the cap is the El Campo "EC" athletic logo. Event Details: Date: May 21st Time: 8:00 PM (Gates open at 6:45 PM) Location: Ricebird Stadium Prohibited Items & Policies: No balloons, air horns, or noise makers. Clear bags only. Spectators may enter the field at the conclusion of the ceremony (subject to change). Bottom Section: Information for Makers Senior Photography/Connie’s Studio by Glenn, including payment instructions and a PO Box in El Campo, Texas.

🏆 Signing Day Success at ECHS!
We are thrilled to celebrate four of our incredible student-athletes as they officially signed their letters of intent to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level.

Congratulations to these dedicated individuals for their hard work:

Maddie Holmes – Taking her talents to the next level in Track & Field at Prairie View A&M University.

Evan Vazquez - Ready to make a splash with the Southwestern Pirates in Georgetown.

Isabella Ikard - Heading to Kansas to continue the legacy of excellence from our volleyball program at Cloud County Community College.

Mac'Yia Warner – Bringing that Ricebird softball grit to the Ranger College Diamond.

Thank you to the coaches, families, and teammates who supported them along the way. We can’t wait to see what you achieve in this next chapter! 🎓✨

See the event in this video link.

1 day ago, Ricky Ricebird
holmes at decorated table
vasquez and parents at decorated table
ikard at decorated table surrounded by girls from the volleyball team
warner at decorated table surrounded by girls from the softball team
Mrs. Hopper’s Clinical Theory class had a wonderful morning as they completed their final day of clinicals today! The students shared baked goods and presented handmade thank-you cards featuring their pictures to each of our clinical sites.

The ECHS Clinical Program would like to once again extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the ECMH district and all of the various clinical sites for welcoming and supporting our students throughout the year. We truly appreciate your time, guidance, and partnership.

Until next year!
2 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A group of about 15 El Campo High School clinical students and their instructor posing in a classroom. The students are wearing maroon scrubs and the instructor is in blue, all smiling for a celebratory final day photo.
students in maroon scrubs standing in a clinical office setting, presenting a handmade thank-you card and a tray of baked goods to a healthcare professional.
A group of clinical students in maroon scrubs posing with healthcare staff inside a vet clinic, showcasing the partnership between the school and the clinic.
A group of about 15 El Campo High School clinical students posing in a vet clinic. The students are wearing maroon scrubs and the vet staff is in blue, all smiling for a celebratory final day photo.

🌺 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

2 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.

This week in Ricebird Nation... Go Birds Go!

2 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
this week in ricebird nation
Attention ECHS 9th-11th graders!
4 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
An ECHS Library notice with colorful book and tech illustrations. The text reads: "Important Library Notice. Attention all students and staff: All library books are currently overdue. Chromebook, charger, and calculator return pickup begins: Monday, May 11. Starting next week, please be prepared.
" A good teacher is like a candle-it consumes itself to light the way for others."

The ECHS admin would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our ECHS teachers for the dedication, patience, and support you show each and every day. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and the impact you make on our students and campus is truly appreciated.
5 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
collage of pictures featuring high school teachers getting treats from a cart full of snacks
ECHS ❤️s nurse extraordinaire, Monica Ott! Happy School Nurse Day (May 7)! 🎉👩‍⚕️
5 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
two administrators presenting Ott with a flower arrangement
We are thrilled to announce the official launch of "The Bird Feeder," our very own ECHS food truck. It made its exciting debut during Teacher Appreciation Week, serving over 100 mouthwatering pulled pork nachos to our amazing El Campo ISD faculty and staff.

A huge thank you to Ms. Poenitzsch, Ms. Harp, and all of our talented Culinary Arts students for their hard work in the kitchen and for providing such a delightful lunch for our team.

The future is looking (and tasting) bright for our Culinary program!
5 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A group of El Campo ISD staff members standing in line outdoors to order from "The Bird Feeder" food truck
The back of the ECHS food truck, "The Bird Feeder," displaying the ECHS Culinary Arts logo and "Home of the Fighting Ricebirds" branding.
Culinary arts students working inside the kitchen of "The Bird Feeder" food truck, preparing meals for faculty and staff.
Culinary arts students working inside the kitchen of "The Bird Feeder" food truck, preparing meals for faculty and staff.

🥁 Big News from the Ricebird Band! 🎺

We are thrilled to officially announce and congratulate our 2026-2027 ECHS Leadership Team and Ricebird Color Guard!
These students have shown incredible dedication, talent, and leadership. We can’t wait to see them lead the way on the field and in the classroom next season. Please join us in celebrating their hard work! 👏

ECHS Leadership Team

  • Drum Majors - Dillan Mancine, Jennifer Hernandez, Lauryn Hopper, & Veronica Hagan

  • Section Leaders:

    • Woodwinds - Alfredo Rojas, Jackie Melgar, Aubrey Lerma, Estrella Brito, Hayden Popp

    • Brass - Andres Salazar, Devora Loredo, D’Angelo Montes, Noel Ramirez, Alyx Fisher, Robert Clapp, & Richie Shaffer

    • Percussion - Captain: John Jia,

      Battery Leader: Josiah Garcia, and

      Front Leader: Vivian Daniel

Color Guard

  • Captains: Avery Cruz, Delaney Kocian, & Sara Arriaga

  • Members: Abbigal Holloway, Alayna Hernandez, Aleena Arriaga, Altair Flores, Aubree Janik, Ava York, Elease Thompson, Giselle Zepeda, Kamari Brigham, Kevin Cruz, Lexi Gollas, Lynda Montes, Lilly Wampler, Mia Mendoza, Mya Medrano, Natalie Ramirez, Richard Sanchez, & Yazmin Ontiveros-Lopez.

  • Managers: Ashley Garcia & A'leisha Barnes

Congratulations to everyone! Let’s make the 2026-2027 season the best one yet! Go Ricebirds! 🔴⚪️

6 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Graphic titled ECHS Leadership Team 2026-2027. Drum Majors: Dillan Mancine, Jennifer Hernandez, Lauryn Hopper, Veronica Hagan. Woodwind Leaders: Alfredo Rojas, Jackie Melgar, Aubrey Lerma, Estrella Brito, Hayden Popp. Brass Leaders: Andres Salazar, Devora Loredo, D’Angelo Montes, Noel Ramirez, Alyx Fisher, Robert Clapp, Richie Shaffer. Percussion Leaders: John Jia (Captain), Josiah Garcia (Battery), Vivian Daniel (Front).
Graphic titled Ricebird Color Guard 2026-2027. Captains: Avery Cruz, Delaney Kocian, and Sara Arriaga. Members: Abbigal Holloway, Alayna Hernandez, Aleena Arriaga, Altair Flores, Aubree Janik, Ava York, Elease Thompson, Giselle Zepeda, Kamari Brigham, Kevin Cruz, Lexi Gollas, Lynda Montes, Lilly Wampler, Mia Mendoza, Mya Medrano, Natalie Ramirez, Richard Sanchez, Yazmin Ontiveros-Lopez. Managers: Ashley Garcia and A'leisha Barnes.

A BIG CONGRATS to the Horse Judging team that finished ⭐️10th⭐️ in the state this week!
Devin, Scollie, Brennen, and Addisyn

WAY TO GO, LADIES!!!

6 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Devin, Scollie, Brennen, And Addisyn in red shirts and blue jeans

It was signing day for this future Buccaneer!

Ashlyn Peters has found success in livestock judging through both FFA and 4H and will continue her passion for evaluating animals at Blinn!

Congrats on her commitment to livestock judging at Blinn Jr College!

7 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
ECHS student Ashlyn Peters sits at a decorated Blinn College Agricultural Sciences table, flanked by two college representatives. The background features a Blinn College repeat banner, and the table displays her livestock judging awards."

It’s time to celebrate the future! ✍️

Join us at the Ricebird Gym tomorrow, May 7th, at 9:30 AM, as we celebrate our incredible student-athletes as they take the next step in their journeys!
Congratulations to:

Evan Vazquez – Southwestern Pirates

Isabella Ikard – Cloud County Community College

Mac’Yia Warner – Ranger College

Maddie Holmes – Prairie View A&M University

#RicebirdNation #SigningDay2026 #CelebrateTheFuture

7 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Event graphic for El Campo Ricebirds Signing Day 2026. Featured athletes include Evan Vasquez, Mac'Yia Warner, Isabella Ikard, and Maddie Holmes. The event is scheduled for May 7th, 2026, at 9:30 AM in the Ricebird Gym with the tagline 'Celebrate the Future.

🥎 🏆 AREA CHAMPS 🏆🥎
The Ladybirds battled all series long and came out on top, punching their ticket to the Regional Semi-Finals.
Proud of this group and the way they compete for each other every pitch. Let’s keep it rolling!

Regional Semi-Finals:
Thursday, May 7: Gonzales V. El Campo
Game Time: 6:00
Site: Cypress Lakes HS, Katy, TX

Friday, May 8: El Campo V. Gonzales
Game Time: 5:00
Site: Kenedy, TX

The third game, if needed, will start after the first game on Friday in Kenedy.
Go, Ladybirds! ♥️🤍

7 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
the El Campo Ladybirds softball team poses together on the field holding an 'Area Champs' banner. The graphic includes the El Campo mascot and the series scores: 10-3 L, 5-2 W, and 4-3 W.
The Sunshine Squad arranged for the ECHS Cosmetology students to come pamper the Staff at Myatt for Appreciation Week. They did mini manicures, hair curling and styling, mini massages, and a color analysis. Myatt greatly appreciates the skills they are learning in their class with Mrs. Gardner. ❤️
8 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Close-up of an ECHS cosmetology student giving a mini manicure to a Myatt staff member.
Close-up of ECHS cosmetology students giving mini manicures to Myatt staff members.
ECHS cosmetology students working on hair styles

🏆 BI-DISTRICT CHAMPS! 🏆

Congratulations to our Ricebird Baseball team on their Bi-District victory! These guys played with heart, and it showed on the field. ⚾️🔥

Now, it’s time for the Area Round! Pack the stands and bring the noise as we keep this momentum going.

Area Round vs. Tuloso-Midway:

Game 1: Thursday, May 7th @ 6:00 PM (Yoakum) — Ricebirds are Home

Game 2: Friday, May 8th @ 6:00 PM (Kenedy HS) — TM is Home

Game 3 (If needed): Saturday, May 9th @ 2:00 PM (Kenedy HS)

Let’s go, 'Birds! 🔴⚪️

8 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A celebratory graphic featuring the El Campo Ricebird Baseball team posing on the field with their trophy. The image has a light blue sky background with "Ricebird Baseball" written in red cursive at the top and "BI-DISTRICT CHAMPS" in bold white and red capital letters at the bottom, accented with red confetti.