Four ECHS TSA students placed in the top three at state, with many more in the top ten. We are very proud of our students and can't wait for next year!

Sophia Perez - 1st Place Thematic Portfolio of a Business
Robert Clapp & Cash Chisum - 3rd Place - Drone Racer Competition
Avery Corn - 3rd Place - Screen Print Communication & 9th Place Sticker Decal

Jackson Clapp - 6th Place - 3D Printer Rapid Prototype 2-5 parts
Adria Gardner - 6th Place - Safety Poster
Noah Santiago - 7th Place - Photography - Animal/Pet & 7th Place - Photograph - Railway
Daniella Rodriguez - 9th Place - Yearbook layout & 9th place - Photography- Children
Avery Cruz - 9th Place Photograph Animal/Pet
about 1 hour ago, Ricky Ricebird
Perez with 1st place medal
Clapp & Chisum wearing their 3rd place medals
Corn with 3rd place medal
Our athletes did a great job at the Special Olympics Area 22 Track and Field competition, held at Traylor Stadium in Rosenberg on April 18th! A total of 370 athletes competed from 20 different delegations.

Timothy Armstrong placed 1st in the softball throw and 7th in the 100m dash.
Felix Saenz placed 2nd in shot put and 4th in the 100m dash.
Hannah Weathers placed 6th in softball throw and 1st in the 50m dash.
about 4 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
Timothy Armstrong wearing 1st place medal
felix wearing 2nd place medal
hannah wearing 6th place medal

Congratulations, Track & Field Regional Qualifiers!
4x100 relay: Shianna Holmes, Adde Key, Heather Kocian, Maddie Holmes
4x200 relay: Presley Bacak, Heather Kocian, Adde Key, Shianna Holmes
4x400 relay: Adde Key, Presley Bacak, Ava Terrazas, Ava Simper
100m & 300m Hurdles: Olivia Hundl and Jadyn Allen
Maddie Holmes: 100m, 200m, Long Jump
Ava Simper: 400m, 800m
High Jump: Codi Klatt and Caroline Little

Regional Meet will be May 1-2 at Texas A&M Kingsville

about 8 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
A collage titled "EL CAMPO REGIONAL QUALIFIERS 2026" featuring photos of the El Campo High School Track & Field team. The graphic highlights various athletes and relay teams, including the 4x100m, 4x200m, and 4x400m relay groups, as well as individual qualifiers for the 100m dash, 200m dash, 300m hurdles, high jump, and long jump. A central photo is captioned "2026 AREA CHAMPIONS" showing the team celebrating with their trophy.

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

about 10 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
this week in ricebird nation
Our Ladybird Track Team is AREA CHAMPS!! On to Regionals!
3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
ladybirds on podium with medals and plaques
Students from the ECHS Life Skills and STEP II classes are representing their programs at the Region III Spring Family Forum today—selling student-made goods and proudly sharing the work they do every day.

4 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
4 boys at a table selling plants
4 boys at a table selling plants
Congratulations 🎉
4 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
List of varsity names who made cheerleader
List of JV names who made cheerleader
Intro to Cosmetology students dove into the exciting world of chemical services and explored the fascinating techniques and skills that bring beauty and transformation through chemistry!
5 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Four students holding cosmetology mannequin heads prepped for chemical service training.

In case you didn’t know…. The ECHS Health Science Program provides students with clinical rotations at our local hospital and several other healthcare facilities in the area.

The ECHS program always enjoys hearing about and seeing the great things our students are accomplishing. Recently, Genesis was at Parsons Chiropractic Clinic, where she had a valuable learning experience. She learned how to apply KT tape and gained hands-on experience collecting patient histories.

6 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Handwritten clinical notes on a whiteboard from Genesis's rotation at Parsons Chiropractic Clinic, showing the breakdown of patient history and assessment protocols.

We are proud to announce that another Doll has committed to dancing at the collegiate level! Audrina Acuna will be dancing as a Texas State Strutter for the 26-27 school year. We invite you all to come celebrate with us this Thursday, April 16, at 3:45 pm in the practice gym! We’d love to see you there! We are so proud 🤍

6 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A celebratory flyer for Audrina’s Signing Day. On the left, Audrina is pictured in her red and white El Campo High School Derby Doll uniform. On the right, the Texas State Strutters logo is displayed alongside the event details: Thursday, April 16th at 3:45 PM in the ECHS Derby Doll Gym.
Commemorative graphic for Audrina Acuna, announcing her commitment to join the Texas State Strutters dance team for 2026-2027. Includes a photo of Audrina dancing and the ECHS Derby Dolls and Texas State logos.

STATE CHAMPION ALERT! Family, Career and Community Leaders (FCCLA) State Contest Results!

Food Innovations - Level 3
Abby Wallis - 1st Place STATE CHAMPION

Cupcake Presentation - Level 2
Paisley Hlavaty - 1st Place STATE CHAMPION
Madi Kelly - 3rd Place
Tate Wishert - 4th Place

Texas Toy Design - Level 3
Emily Fernandez & Jessica Escamilla - 2nd Place

Texas Toy Design - Level 2
Kendall Riha & Jayda Mendel - 5th Place

7 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Wallis stands next to a board titled "SHRIMPLY THE BEST! Protein Bowls" which displays information about product testing, research, and development. Wallis is holding a white oval container with a "shrimply the best label
Paisley holds a red sign that says "Texas Cupcake Presentation Level 2" with the FCCLA logo. Several cupcakes in miniature baskets are on display on a tray behind the right.
Kelly holds a red sign that says "Texas Cupcake Presentation Level 2" with the FCCLA logo. Several cupcakes are on display on a tray behind the right.
Wishert holds a red sign that says "Texas Cupcake Presentation Level 2" with the FCCLA logo. Several cupcakes are on display on a tray behind the right.
fernandez and escamilla hold a red sign that reads "Texas Toy Design Level 3" with the FCCLA Texas State Association logo.
riha and mendel hold a red sign that reads "Texas Toy Design Level 3" with the FCCLA Texas State Association logo.

Congratulations to our Ladybirds & Ricebirds! Best of luck on Wednesday at Area!

7 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
collage of ladybird track and field area qualifiers
collage of ladybird track and field area qualifiers

Join us in celebrating our Ladybirds for their outstanding District honors! These Ladybirds poured their hearts into the season, and their hard work has officially been recognized:

🏆 Superlative Honors:

Addisyn Merta: Co-Offensive MVP

Alexia Pena: Co-Goalkeeper of the Year

Luna Cruz: Co-Newcomer of the Year

🏅 1st Team All-District:
Addisyn Merta, Luna Cruz, Alexia Pena, Chelsea Herrera, Mayleigh Martinez, Heather Kocian, & Caitlyn Nanson.

🥈 2nd Team All-District:
Aubree Sedillo, Lissette Olvera, Alyssa Falcon, & Isabella Ikard.

✨ Honorable Mention:
Kendall Nanson, Laura Olayo, Nayeli Mendez, Keziah Martinez, Mariexa Medina, & Ellie Baird.

📚 Academic All-District:

Mayleigh Martinez, Aubree Sedillo, Chelsea Herrera, Alyssa Falcon, Ellie Baird, Heather Kocian, Addisyn Merta, Lissette Olvera, Nayeli Mendez, Caitlyn Nanson, Kendall Nanson, Emmarie Barnes, Isabella Ikard, Flor Rosales, Ashley Lopez.

Go Ladybirds! 🔴⚪️⚽️

10 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Ladybird soccer player addisyn merta in a red uniform holding a soccer ball - "all-district co-offensive mvp"
Ladybird soccer player alexia pena in a blue uniform holding a soccer ball - "all-district co-goal keeper of the year"
Ladybird soccer player luna cruz in a red uniform holding a soccer ball - "all-district co-newcomer of the year"
1st Team All-District" sports graphic for Ladybirds Soccer. The image features individual action photos of seven players in red and white uniforms: Addisyn Merta, Luna Cruz, Alexia Pena, Chelsea Herrea, Mayleigh Martinez, Heather Kocian, and Caitlyn Nanson.
2nd Team All-District" sports graphic for Ladybirds Soccer. The image features four players in red and white uniforms: Aubree Sedillo, Lissette Olvera, Alyssa Falcon, and Isabella Ikard
All-District Honorable Mention - Kendall Nanson, Laura Olayo, Nayeli Mendez, Keziah Martinez, Mariexa Medina, and Ellie Baird.

Exciting Highlights from the High School District Tennis Tournament!
Carter Conrad and Hayden Popp ended their season with a 4th place finish
JV mixed doubles District Champs - Noah Santiago/Vivian Daniel
JV singles 3rd place - Abigail Garrett

Freshman Girls Doubles:
3rd place - Kylie Flores/Emerald Gentry
4th place - Taryn Parinello/ Riley Hartmann

10 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
conrad and popp
santiago and daniel
garrett
freshman girls

Congratulations to our Ladybird Track team!! DISTRICT CHAMPS!!

10 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
girls track team with medals and plaque
In February, TSA (Technology Student Association) High School students competed in the Gulf Coast Regionals. The following students placed and are sending projects to the State TSA Conference this weekend.

Congratulations and Good Luck!!

Jackson Clapp: 3D Print Engineering 2-5 Parts
Avery Corn: Screen Print Communication and Sticker Decal
Avery Cruz: Photography: Nature-Animal/Pet color
Vivian Daniel: Freehand Sketch of an architectural Structure, and Photography, People - Street photography
Adria Gardner: Safety Poster, Business Cards, and Flyer
Sophia Perez: Thematic Portfolio to Promote a Business, and Flyer - Single Sheet
Daniella Rodriguez: Business Cards, Photography: People - Children, Yearbook Layout, and Photography: Sports - Outdoor Individual/Team Sport
Noah Santiago: Photography: Nature - Animal/Pet Color, Photography: Nature Trees, and Photography: Transportation
11 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
7 students holding their ribbons from the event
Adria Gardner holding white ribbon
girl holding 3 ribbons

ECHS STEP II Plant Sale!
April 10, 9 a.m. – noon
Step II Greenhouse (Avenue F)

Prices starting at just $3.00!

Herbs and Veggies:
Tomatoes
Peppers
Squash
Tomatillos
Parsley
Rosemary
Thyme
Tarragon
Dill

Plants and Flowers:
Petunias
Mini roses
Loquat trees
Aloe and other succulents
Hibiscus
Lantana
Begonias
Sunpatents
Marigolds
Spider plant
Potted ivy

11 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Flyer for the ECHS STEP II Plant Sale on April 10 from 9 a.m. to noon. The event is located at the Step II Greenhouse in the fence on Avenue F. The flyer features photos of vibrant red flowers and potted starters, noting that staff assist students with all aspects of plant care, from seeds to fertilizing.

💇‍♀️ Big Milestone for our Cosmetology Students! 💇‍♂️

Our Cosmetology 1 & 2 students reached an exciting milestone—rolling their very first whole perm! It takes a lot of patience and precision, and they did a fantastic job. Way to go, future stylists! 🌟

12 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A group of Cosmetology 1 and 2 students at El Campo High School smiling and posing together while holding mannequin heads featuring their first completed full perm rod sets.
A group of Cosmetology 1 and 2 students at El Campo High School smiling and posing together while holding mannequin heads featuring their first completed full perm rod sets.

📢 The PDSES Application is NOW OPEN!

The Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) program provides a one-time $1,500 online grant for eligible students receiving special education services in Texas public schools.

Families can use these funds to purchase:
✔️ Educational materials (textbooks, curriculum, technology)
✔️ Services like tutoring or therapy

🗓 Application Window: April 1 – April 30, 2026
⏰ Don’t wait — applications close April 30!

👉 Apply and learn more here: https://pdses.tea.texas.gov

If you have questions or need support with the application, please reach out. We’re happy to help! 979-543-9051

12 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Logo for PDSES (Parent-Directed Special Education Services) featuring a blue house icon over an open book. The logo is flanked by illustrated diverse children and adults holding hands, representing family and community support.

🗽 Start spreading the news! 🍎

The Derby Dolls are bringing the magic of the Big Apple to the stage! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we present our spring show: "New York, New York."
From the bright lights of Broadway to the bustling city streets, come support our talented dancers for a night of incredible performances!

📅 When: April 9, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 p.m.
📍 Where: El Campo High School Auditorium
🎟️ Tickets: $8 Adults | $5 Students - Available via Venmo or Cash at the door!
We can’t wait to see you there!

13 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Poster for El Campo High School Derby Dolls presentation of "New York, New York" on April 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the El Campo High School Auditorium. The image features a New York City skyline at night with the Statue of Liberty, a yellow taxi, and a silhouette of a dancer.