⚾️ Ricebirds soar to a 3-1 victory! 🥎 Ladybirds fall just short in a 2-3 nail-biter.
about 3 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
Ricky Ricebird with the words sports update #ElCampo

🥁 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! 🔴⚪️

about 5 hours 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.
Hutchins families, EMS was on campus today to respond to a student medical emergency. The situation was handled quickly and safely, and there was no danger to students or staff. We appreciate the quick response from emergency personnel and thank you for your continued support. Hutchins Elementary
about 9 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
The 2026 Special Olympics Summer Games were held April 30 through May 2 in Melissa, Texas. A total of 1,318 athletes from across the state competed in Track and Field events. This year’s Opening Ceremonies featured the theme “Stars of Texas,” celebrating the talent, determination, and spirit of all participants.

Hannah Weathers competed in the softball throw and the 50 meter dash, and she came home with a Bronze medal in the softball throw and a 5th place in the 50 meter dash.

Summer Guthrie participated in Fundamentals.
about 10 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
Hannah
summer
3 girls holding up the "Rice Birds" banner

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!!!

about 13 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
Devin, Scollie, Brennen, And Addisyn in red shirts and blue jeans
Myatt's Sunshine Squad, along with an anonymous donor, provided a delicious taco luncheon for the Amazing Staff at Myatt.
They enjoyed tacos, rice, and beans from Laura’s Cafe, and Chips and Salsa from Casa Hernandez. ❤️
about 15 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
Two staff members smiling and posing together during the taco luncheon in a decorated classroom.
A group of school staff members sitting around a long table decorated with a colorful striped Mexican serape tablecloth. The room is decorated with festive paper lanterns and a "TACO" balloon for a luncheon.
2 ladies at the taco bar smiling while making their plates
A festive graphic with a green background and colorful text that reads "Let's Taco 'Bout Our Amazing Staff" decorated with small taco illustrations.
Illustration of two cartoon ricebird mascots eating tacos at a table with text that reads "¡Buen Provecho!" and "3 Tacos Per Person.

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!

1 day 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

1 day 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.
The Hutchins PTO showered its teachers with locally sourced gratitude today! Thank you so much for the farm stand!
1 day ago, Ricky Ricebird
Graphic titled 'Locally Sourced Gratitude' featuring a photo of a wooden farm stand stocked with fresh vegetables. Text thanks Gunderman Acres and Peach Creek Country Market for providing peas, carrots, kale, peaches, and farm-fresh eggs to Hutchins staff.

🥎 🏆 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! ♥️🤍

1 day 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.
🎤 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! 🌟
2 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!"
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. ❤️
2 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
🌱 ECHS Step II Plant Sale! 🌱

Looking to spruce up your garden or find the perfect gift for Mom? Come support our students at the Step II Greenhouse! There is a great variety of plants at even better prices.

📅 Date: May 8th
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Step II Greenhouse on Ave. F (Look for the sign!)

What's available:
Veggies & Annuals: $1.00 🍅
Butterfly Bushes & Loquat Trees: $5.00 🦋
Hibiscus: $8.00 & $12.00 🌺
Special: Mother’s Day Planter Mugs for $8.00! ☕️🌸
We can't wait to see you there!
2 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Promotional flyer for the ECHS Step II Plant Sale. The text announces the sale on May 8th from 9 AM to Noon at the Step II Greenhouse on Ave. F. It lists veggies and annual flowers for $1.00, Loquat trees and butterfly bushes for $5.00, and hibiscus for $8.00 and $12.00. A featured photo shows a Mother's Day planter mug with orange flowers and a green ribbon available for $8.00.

🏆 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! 🔴⚪️

3 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.
🎷 You’re Invited! 🎺

Join us for the final ECHS Ricebird Band concert of the 2025-26 school year! Come hear the hard work of our talented musicians and enjoy a beautiful evening of music.

🗓️ Tuesday, May 5
🕕 6:30 PM
📍 ECHS Auditorium

🍪 Bonus: The ECHS Color Guard will be selling delicious baked goods and raffle tickets for themed baskets in the lobby! All proceeds support the upcoming marching season.
3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Flyer for the El Campo High School Spring Band Concert. The design features a pink background with white daisies in the corners. Text reads: El Campo High School Spring Band Concert, Tuesday, May 5th at 6:30 PM in the ECHS Auditorium.
Ladybirds win in extra innings! On to Round 3!
3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird

High School kicked off Teacher Appreciation Week in the best way—with a delicious breakfast of donuts, fruit, and yogurt! 🍩🍓 We are so lucky to have such a dedicated team of educators and staff. Thank you for everything you do for our students every single day!

3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
3 teachers posing by "thanks for all you do" banner
2 teacher by the "thanks for all you do banner"
Four staff members posing together in front of a floral "Thanks for all you do!" banner. Two individuals in the center are holding plates of breakfast food, including donuts. The scene is decorated with blue, gold, and white balloons to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week.
⭐️ State Bound! ⭐️

Congratulations to Maddie Holmes (Long Jump, 100M Dash) and Ava Simper (800M Run) on qualifying for the State Track & Field Meet!

Catch them in action on May 14th at the University of Texas. Maddie starts us off at 10:45 AM, followed by evening runs from Ava and Maddie starting at 5:20 PM.

Go get ‘em, Ladybirds! 🔴⚪️
3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Graphic titled "Ladybird Track and Field State Qualifiers" featuring photos of Maddie Holmes and Ava Simper. Maddie is a state qualifier for Long Jump and the 100M Dash, and Ava is a state qualifier for the 800M Run. The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 14th at The University of Texas, with Long Jump at 10:45 AM, 800M Run at 5:20 PM, and 100M Dash at 6:05 PM
🎶 "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
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 ECHS Auditorium
🎟️ Free Admission

Don't miss this unforgettable night of music!
3 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.
Northside appreciates everything that our food service department does for students and staff every day. Through their hard work, students are fed three hot meals a day. Blessed to work with the best! 🎉❤️. Happy School Lunch Heroes Day!
4 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A group of ten school cafeteria staff members wearing matching bright blue "Lunchroom Legends" t-shirts. They are standing together on a stage in front of a black curtain, smiling and holding a handmade sign that reads, "Thanks for adding PIZZAZ to our school!"
A large group of students and staff posing together in the Northside Elementary cafeteria. In the front row, the food service team wears matching blue "Lunchroom Legends" shirts and holds a thank-you sign. Behind them, dozens of students are gathered to celebrate School Lunch Heroes Day.