📣Go Birds Go! 🔗 www.ecisd.org/athletics
9 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
this week in ricebird nation
El Campo ISD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) facilities are outdated, with undersized classrooms that limit capacity. CTE participation has grown by 9% over the last three years, with enrollment expected to continue increasing. Currently, ECISD offers 10 programs of study, four dual credit CTE courses, and 12 industry-based certifications that prepare students for in-demand careers. Proposition A would expand and renovate CTE facilities to accommodate the growing enrollment in welding, carpentry, auto tech, and cosmetology programs. Learn more at www.ecisd.org/bond2025
10 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
collage of CTE classrooms
Proposition A includes fire protection at Hutchins Elementary and also connects buildings at the high school and at Hutchins for safety and security purposes. Learn more at www.ecisd.org/bond2025
11 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
the words safety and security with lock
A Citizens' Committee of 60 El Campo community members and leaders met over five months to evaluate the district's long-term facility needs. Their work included facility assessments, financial evaluations, and master planning. In February, they presented a recommendation to the Board of Trustees for the May 2025 bond election. Check out this short video to learn more. https://youtu.be/Cut6xmALSCM Learn more at www.ecisd.org/bond2025
11 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
students walking on the sidewalk
The high school cafeteria does not have enough space for all students, leading to off-campus lunch for sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Even with three grades leaving campus, freshmen still exceed available seating. The overcrowding also creates scheduling challenges across the campus. Proposition A would double the cafeteria’s capacity to accommodate 500 students. Learn more at www.ecisd.org/bond2025
12 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
kids in cafeteria
Update 3/21/25: Starting Monday, March 24th, the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) will provide FREE At-Risk Dinner meals to all students at El Campo High School and Northside Elementary. There are plans to extend this dinner meal program to all campuses in the future. These meals are not to leave the campus and are available from 3:35-4:15. For more information contact ECISD Food Service Director, Patricia Perales at pperales@ricebirds.net.
12 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
free dinner meals
El Campo High School, with original construction from 1953, consists of 14 separate buildings that are not connected to each other. Students move between classes by walking outside, often exposed to rain and weather conditions. More than half of the classrooms in the buildings slated for demolition are smaller than the state minimum and do not meet TEA standards. Proposition A would connect campus buildings, improving security, maintenance, and classroom spaces. Learn more at ecisd.org. https://www.ecisd.org/bond2025
13 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
view of students on outdoor sidewalks walking to classes between buildings
📢Come out and support our Ladybird Soccer Team in the PLAYOFFS! The send off is Thursday, March 20 at 3:40 in the weight room parking lot. AND get your tickets for the 5:30 game here: https://gofan.co/event/3432346?schoolId=TX17659 *Clear Bag Policy at Stadium
13 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
TEAM WITH SEND OFF INFORMATION
Attention all Mini Dolls!!! We can’t wait to dance with you again—join us on April 5th for our Spring Mini Clinic and join us ON STAGE for our Spring Show on April 10th! Use the QR code to access the form to get all your dancers signed up! The deadline to receive a t-shirt is April 1st!
14 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
spring mini doll clinic on April 5th
El Campo ISD spent $110,000 last year on maintenance and HVAC installation. Upgrading aging facilities with modern, energy-efficient systems can help reduce utility expenses and maintenance costs. Proposition A would fund renovations, shifting major facility costs to bond funds and freeing up maintenance dollars for other district needs. Learn more at www.ecisd.org/bond2025 #ElCampoISDBond2025 #ECISD
14 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
energy efficiency upgrades proposed
Celebrate diversity on World Down Syndrome Day! Rock your most colorful and unique socks with the Ricebirds on Friday, March 21st. Did you know? The date for World Down Syndrome Day is always 3/21 to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down Syndrome.
15 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
mixture of colorful socks
Reminder: Monday, March 17th, is a student holiday and staff professional development day. Classes resume on Tuesday, March 18th.
16 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
no school monday!
Did you know? 🏡 Homeowners 65+ or disabled who apply for and receive an exemption will have their property taxes frozen at a set dollar amount—meaning no increases! Learn more about your exemptions at https://www.whartoncad.net/
19 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
ages 65 and older $0 tax impact over frozen dollar amount - ecisd.org/bond2025
A Citizens' Committee of 60 El Campo community members and leaders met over five months to evaluate the district's long-term facility needs. Their work included facility assessments, financial evaluations, and master planning. In February, they presented a recommendation to the Board of Trustees for the May 2025 bond election. Learn more at ecisd.org/bond2025 #ElCampoISDBond2025 #ECISD
21 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
bond by the community for the community
Ever wondered how public schools are funded in Texas? School bonds help fund upgrades like new schools, facility renovations, safety, buses, and technology. Watch this video to learn what a bond election means for taxpayers. Learn more about the El Campo ISD Bond 2025 at ecisd.org/bond2025 📹 https://youtu.be/6oNzg19gkog
23 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
bond 25 logo
😎 Have a safe, restful, and enjoyable spring break, Ricebirds!
23 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Spring Break 2025 is march 10 through 14
The 2025 Bond includes school upgrades with no tax rate increase if approved. Proposed projects include: Additions & Upgrades -New Construction at the High School -Career & Technical Education Upgrades -Hutchins Elementary Addition Safety & Security -Improved traffic flow & designated pick-up/drop-off areas. -Fire Protection Upgrades -Connected Buildings Learn more at www.ecisd.org/bond2025
24 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
list of bond additions and upgrades, and safety and security upgrades
A Citizens Committee of El Campo community members met over five months to evaluate long-term facility needs and develop a recommendation for the El Campo ISD Board. The 2025 Bond includes an $80.9 million proposal for school upgrades and additions, with no tax rate increase if approved. Learn more at ecisd.org/bond2025
26 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
bond 25 logo
This week, we are also celebrating our Parent Liaison, Michelle Fernandez, who strives to enhance communication between school and home by assisting parents in accessing the necessary information to support their child's academic and social achievements at school.
26 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
that you for advocating and supporting students and their families. we appreciate all that you do!
This week, we celebrate Educational Diagnosticians Week. We appreciate the work that Laura, Stacy, Taryn, Stephanie, and Ginger do for the students at El Campo ISD. Happy Diagnostician’s Week to the BEST!!
27 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
happy educational diagnostician week march 2-8, 2025
proclamation from the governor of texas