
Students in Ms. Nafegar’s second grade class had a technology lesson with Mrs. Payne (instructional coach). They learned how to draw and type in Pear Deck so they can use this tool later to answer questions connected to stories.



In this episode of the news, hear about our national champs, middle school volleyball, Varsity Volleyball playoffs, and our local celebrity. Also, see where you can catch the Ricebirds in action this weekend.
https://youtu.be/20w9GxLBXJA

Happy Halloween from Hutchins! 🎃

Hutchins students are ready for RED OUT to wrap up #RedRibbonWeek !


In this episode of the news, get to know special guest Emily Bush, hear what's on the school board meeting agenda, where the Ricebird Band is performing this weekend, and where to catch the Ricebirds in action: https://youtu.be/1xV_3j_JsTI

Plan on attending the El Campo vs Stafford game on Friday? Get your tickets early and note that backpacks are not allowed at any athletic event at Stafford MSD.
Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/events/651631?schoolId=TX17834


Dyslexia Informational Meeting is TONIGHT! 6 pm at the ECHS cafeteria. Complete the registration form here: https://tinyurl.com/dyslexianight

It is FRIDAY of #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! Check out these parent resources from common sense education: Grades K–2: Tips by Text - https://tinyurl.com/k-2friday; https://tinyurl.com/k-2fridayspanish | Grades 3-5:Media Literacy - https://tinyurl.com/3-5friday; https://tinyurl.com/3-5fridayspanish | Grades 6-8: Digital Connections (continue videos): https://tinyurl.com/6-8videos | Grades 9-12: Cyberbullying - https://tinyurl.com/9-12friday; https://tinyurl.com/9-12fridayspanish

Check out the latest edition of Ricebird News! | In this episode of the news, get to know special guest, Jeff Orsak, hear about Dyslexia night, the school board meeting, what the Ricebird Band is up to, where our FFA team will travel next week, a show you can see in December, and where to catch the Ricebirds in action. https://youtu.be/Zy0MDapgK6E


It is WEDNESDAY of #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! Check out these parent resources from common sense education: Grades K–2: Internet Safety - https://tinyurl.com/k-2wednesday; https://tinyurl.com/k-2wednesdayspanish | Grades 3-5:Privacy & Security - https://tinyurl.com/3-5wednesday; https://tinyurl.com/3-5wednesdayspanish | Grades 6-8: Digital Connections (continue videos): https://tinyurl.com/6-8videos | Grades 9-12: Basic Social Media Rules - https://tinyurl.com/9-12wednesday; https://tinyurl.com/9-12wednesdayspanish

It is TUESDAY of #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! Check out these additional parent resources from common sense education:
Grades K–2: We the Digital Citizenship Family - https://tinyurl.com/k-2tuesday; https://tinyurl.com/k-2tuesdayspanish
Grades 3-5: Media Balance - https://tinyurl.com/3-5tuesday; https://tinyurl.com/3-5tuesdayspanish
Grades 6-8: Digital Connections (continue videos): https://tinyurl.com/6-8videos
Grades 9-12:Digital Footprint - https://tinyurl.com/9-12tuesday; https://tinyurl.com/9-12tuesdayspanish


It is #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! This week highlights the importance of helping kids, families, and teachers navigate our 24/7 digital world. Check out these parent resources from common sense education:
Grades K–2: Online Relationships: https://tinyurl.com/k-2monday; https://tinyurl.com/k-2mondayspanish
Grades 3–5: Rings of Responsibility: https://tinyurl.com/3-5monday; https://tinyurl.com/3-5mondayspanish
Grades 6-8: Digital Connections Videos: https://tinyurl.com/6-8videos
Grades 9-12: Media Balance: https://tinyurl.com/9-12monday; https://tinyurl.com/9-12mondayspanish


Today is parent-teacher conference day, which means no classes for students. Classes resume on Tuesday, October 18th.

Tomorrow is a teacher staff development day, which means no school for students. Classes resume on Tuesday, October 18th, after the parent-teacher conference day on Monday.

Will you be one of our lucky winners? Watch today's episode of Ricebird News to play the "Did You See It?" game. In this episode of the news, get to know special guest, Deborah Capak, hear reminders about student holidays, parent-teacher conferences, and the Derby Doll mini clinic; and find out where you can watch the Ricebird Band and sports teams this upcoming week. https://youtu.be/3K1Nq74NRRM

Hutchins PTO hosted a Halloween costume contest and other fun activities for the students. We were very appreciative of our high school students who came to help! See it here: https://tinyurl.com/HutPTCHalloween

EL CAMPO ISD is accepting applications for the following SUBSTITUTE POSITIONS:
1. Substitute Teacher - Applicants must have at least a High School diploma or G.E.D. and be able to attend a training session on Tuesday, October 25, 2022. There is no fee for the training session.
2. Substitute Nurse - Must have current LVN or RN License or current EMT Certification.
REMINDER: When hired, all ECISD employees are required to be fingerprinted for a Criminal History Review. Fee - $47.50
You can apply online at https://bit.ly/ECISDjobs or at the ECISD Business Office, 700 W. Norris.
The deadline to apply for the substitute teacher position is October 21, 2022.
El Campo Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer


⭐Friendly Reminder: Friday, October 14th, is a student holiday, teacher staff development day. Monday, October 17th, is parent-teacher conferences, and a student holiday.
📲Download our mobile app to stay connected with more upcoming calendar dates and our Live Feed. Search EL CAMPO ISD in your Google Play or Apple App store!


In this episode of the news, we celebrate Principals Month with special guest Rebecca Crowell. Hear reminders about upcoming student holidays, parent-teacher conferences, and student registration; and find out where you can catch the Ricebirds in action over the next week. https://youtu.be/FQ4Favr686A

5 FACTS ABOUT DYSLEXICS THAT EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW
1. The percentage - Approximately 70% — 85% of children placed in special education for learning disabilities are dyslexic.
2. They are more creative - Dyslexics are creative and have higher levels of intelligence.
3. Walt Disney was dyslexic - Disney was diagnosed with dyslexia, which didn’t stop him from creating his massive empire.
4. The right side of the brain - Dyslexics use the right side of the brain more for processing information.
5. The left-right conundrum - Dyslexics don’t ‘see’ words backward, it’s the deficits caused by the interpretation of left and right.
Information curtesy of https://nationaltoday.com/dyslexia-awareness-month/
