A special thanks to Muncheos Bakery and all the sponsors for thinking of the faculty and staff of El Campo ISD! #itsagreatdaytobearicebird








Get Your Tickets!
The Ricebirds kick off their football season against the Wharton Tigers at home this Friday, August 30th.
Pre-sale tickets for students are $4 and $6 for adults. You can buy pre-sale tickets at any campus or the athletic office Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Tickets will be $8 per person cash only at the gate.

Join us for our first FFA meeting of the year! 🟡 Parents please attend!!! 🔵 9th -12th grade students must be in an ag class 🟡 Jr. FFA members must be at least in the 3rd grade.
August Community Service - Donations to the Michael DeBakey Hospital for Veterans. This year they don't want travel-sized items but the average-sized product. El Campo FFA would appreciate your help in donating to this organization. We will be collecting items at the August meeting.


NHS and Student Council are partnering to host the first blood drive of the school year in honor of Amelia Lyford. Donors must be at least 16 years old. The drive will be on Wednesday, August 28 in the ECHS practice gym from 9am-3pm. Amelia continues to progress in her courageous battle with leukemia and makes more memories with her family and friends because of HEROS like YOU. Amelia has received multiple transfusions at Texas Children's Hospital as part of her treatment. Mrs. Lyford, one of our teachers, and Amelia's family encourage you to join us through your Commit for Life donation to make a difference for patients. Schedule your appointment today! https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/369950
El Campo High School and La Grange High School will participate in a scrimmage on August 16, 2024, with all proceeds to be donated to the THSCEF Benevolence Fund. This day has become known as OUR DAY TO SHINE. The THSCEF Benevolence fund was established by the Texas High School Coaches Association Board of Directors to assist athletes and coaches experiencing hardship. Over 1,165 schools have participated in OUR DAY TO SHINE and raised over $721,000.00. The THSCEF has paid over $641,000.00 to athletes and coaches in need. The scrimmage will be at 7:00 pm and the public is invited to attend. ***If you can't make it and would like to donate to the cause, you can Venmo @THSCACoaches

Thank you, VonDerAu Ford, Sonic Drive-In, and Tejano Jamz D.J. for all the school supplies! 💖

Save the date!
Hey, ECMS 7th & 8th graders! Get your schedule today! It's come and go in the ECMS cafeteria from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.

"Our Day to Shine" - an opportunity to give to the Texas High School Coaches Association Benevolence Fund.
El Campo High School and La Grange High School will participate in a scrimmage on August 16, 2024, with all proceeds to be donated to the THSCEF Benevolence Fund. This day has become known as OUR DAY TO SHINE. The THSCEF Benevolence fund was established by the Texas High School Coaches Association Board of Directors to assist athletes and coaches experiencing hardship. To date over 1,165 schools have participated in OUR DAY TO SHINE and have raised over $721,000.00. The THSCEF has paid over $641,000.00 to athletes and coaches in need.
The scrimmage will be at 7:00 pm and the public is invited to attend. @THSCACoaches

Don't forget! The ECMS 6th Grade Orientation is TODAY, August 8th, from 5:30-7:30pm. This is not a come and go event but a full 2 hour orientation for students and parents. You and your child will confirm online registration, get a Chromebook, pick up a schedule, meet the teachers, and more! We can't wait to see you there!

What an amazing Convocation 2024! Steve Gilliland had us rolling with laughter and pumped up for the epic year ahead! Let's enjoy the ride, Ricebirds! #ricebirdnation @stevegspeaks

The first day of school is just around the corner on Wednesday, August 14! ECISD has a place where you can find all the information you need to start the school year. Visit our Back-to-School page on our website for details on Meet theTeacher night, transportation, and more: https://www.ecisd.org/article/1656982

Hey there, amazing Ricebird Parents!
🎉Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is still OPEN! 🎉
📆Completing the registration early helps us plan class rosters, bus routes, and more.
💻Please log into your parent portal on a computer to complete your registration for returning students.
❓If you have any questions or need help with your portal login, contact your campus or visit our registration page linked below.
⭐ Don't delay - Complete registration before August 5th, so you don't miss out on all the fun at Meet the Teacher Night/Orientation. It's fast and all ONLINE!
Click here: https://www.ecisd.org/o/ecisd/page/student-registration-page

Need help completing the REQUIRED back-to-school online registration documents or access to a computer? If so, join us TONIGHT, July 30th, from 5:30-6:30 at El Campo Middle School.
If you update your address during registration, you must provide proper documentation to the campus for registration to be complete. Proper documentation includes proof of residence: utility bill (water, gas, or electric). *Must be a current bill in the parent/guardian's name and match the parent/guardian's ID and service address.
Registration help is also available on any campus, 7:30-4:00, Monday-Friday.
Help us give a warm welcome to our new teachers at El Campo ISD as they embark on an exciting journey at the New Teacher Academy! 🍎⭐#newbeginnings #teacherlife

PICTURE DAY FOR HONORARY RICEBIRD ATHLETIC PASSES
El Campo ISD will be taking pictures for the Honorary Ricebird Athletic Pass on July 25, 2024, from 9 am – 12 pm at the ECISD Administration Office.
This pass will allow anyone 65 or older free entrance to any home sporting event EXCEPT for the varsity football games. To qualify for the pass, a person must show an ID that verifies they are 65 or older.
The pass will be a photo ID, much like a student or teacher ID. There is no cost to get a pass, and it will never need to be renewed.
Badges will be available for pick up at the ECISD Business Office front desk on August 1, 2024, from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Back-to-school Shots by the Texas Department of State Health Services: August 5th, 9 am-4 pm at El Campo Middle School.
Vaccinations are available for Uninsured Children ($10 fee), Medicaid Children (No fee, but you must bring the Medicaid Card), and Uninsured adults ($10 fee).
Parents, you must bring your child's shot record. Questions? Call 979-732-3662.

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, July 23, 2024. 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 - $49.00
You can apply online at https://bit.ly/ECISDjobs
El Campo Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This is just a reminder that the GIRLS Basketball Camp will begin on Monday July 15th.
1st-6th grade will be from 1-2:30, and
7th-9th grade will be from 3-5.
This is a change from the original enrollment sheet due to the hiring of a new basketball coach.
We look forward to seeing your child there!

July 9th UPDATE: ECHS & ECMS summer workouts will resume on Wednesday, July 10th. All other student activities are canceled for the remainder of the week.
