Congratulations to these amazing students for passing their phlebotomy exam last week! They are now certified phlebotomist through the state of Texas!
Joselyn Brown, Kasandra Jaramillo, Jakub Rodriguez, Deja Roberts, Jacqueline Martinez. Brylan Rodriguez, Leah Martinez, Alani Jimenez, Nayeli Gonzalez, Destiny Martinez, Beckycarol Perez. Ja’Diah Clay, Yazmin Govea, Ta’LaijahTaylor, Natalie Hernandez, and Maysen Manrriquez. Not pictured: Melvaney Guarado, Ava Figirova, Jayla Eaton, and Esperanza Cruces.
about 4 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
several students in maroon scrubs holding certificates

Once a Ricebird, Always a Ricebird.
Before the bricks come down, come walk those halls one last time. We are opening the doors of El Campo High School for a final "Come and Go" walkthrough. Whether you graduated five years ago or fifty, come visit your favorite classroom, and share a few more laughs in the place where it all started.
📍 El Campo High School

🗓️ Friday, May 22

⏰ 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Help us spread the word! Let’s give these buildings the send-off they deserve.

Buildings to be demolished this summer: band hall, wood shop, counselor's office (old student center).

Buildings to be demolished in the near future: AVS, H building, library, cafeteria, C building, and front office.

about 10 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
An illustrated poster titled "Ricebird Alumni: One Last Walk Through the Halls!" features three cartoon ricebird characters dressed in El Campo "E" letterman jackets standing in front of an illustration of El Campo High School. The poster includes a banner that reads: "Before we say goodbye to the old buildings, all former Ricebirds are invited back home to reminisce and celebrate the memories made within these walls." An information box at the bottom details the event: Location: El Campo High School Date: Friday, May 22 Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM A small note at the very bottom adds: "No formal program—just a come and go chance to say goodbye. We can't wait to see you there!"
🛑DISTRICT 29-4A SOFTBALL AWARDS 🛑
Congratulations to Presley Bacak on earning Defensive Player of the Year honors!

Congratulations to Mac’Yia Warner, Kylie Acuna, Adrienne Rodriguez, and Emma Labay on earning First Team All-District honors!

Congratulations to Rylan Staff, Riannah Miles, and Grace Cerny on their Second Team All-District honors!

Proud of Ava Simper and Madi Kelly for earning Honorable Mention All-District honors.

Success in the classroom remains part of the standard for Ladybird Softball. ❤️🖤🥎
Congratulations to our 14 Ladybirds who earned District 29-4A Academic All-District honors! Your commitment to excellence both on the field and in the classroom represents El Campo the right way. We are proud of the hard work, discipline, and dedication this group shows every single day.

Excellence in the classroom. Excellence on the field.
Congratulations to our Ladybird seniors on being named THSCA Academic All-State!
⭐ Eliska Shumbera — First Team
⭐ Mayleigh Martinez — Second Team
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to being successful both academically and athletically continue to make El Campo proud. The standard has been set high by these two seniors! ❤️🖤



about 11 hours ago, Ricky Ricebird
bacak - pitcher outfilder
Graphic titled "District 29-4A All-District Awards" featuring four El Campo Ladybird softball players on a black background, captioned "First Team All-District: 4 Ladybirds Earn Honors." Individual photos include Mac'Yia Warner (Infield), Kylie Acuna (Catcher/Utility), Adrienne Rodriguez (Catcher/Utility), and Emma Labay (Infield).
Graphic titled "District 29-4A All-District Awards" featuring three El Campo Ladybird softball players on black background, captioned "Second Team All-District: 3 Ladybirds Earn Honors." Individual photos include Rylan Staff (Outfielder), Riannah Miles (Short Stop), and Grace Cerny (Outfielder), with a large red EC logo in the bottom left corner.
Graphic titled "District 29-4A All-District Awards" featuring two El Campo Ladybird softball players on a black background, captioned "Honorable Mention: 2 Ladybirds Earn Honors." Individual photos include Ava Simper (Outfield) and Madi Kelly (Pitcher/1st Base), with a large red EC logo in the bottom left corner.
Graphic titled "District 29-4A All-District Awards" featuring a grid of photos of 14 El Campo Ladybird softball players on a black background, captioned "Academic All-District: 14 Ladybirds Earn Honors." Individual photos are arranged in three rows: Top row includes Eliska Shumbera, Maggie Motl, Kylie Acuna, Mayleigh Martinez, and Grace Cerny. Middle row includes Adrienne Rodriguez, Rylan Staff, Presley Bacak, Riannah Miles, and Ava Terrazas. Bottom row includes Kinsley Koudela, Ava Simper, Madilyn Kelly, and Emma Labay, with a large red EC logo in the bottom right corner.
Graphic titled "THSCA Academic All-State Softball" featuring two El Campo Ladybird softball players posing side-by-side in their white and red El Campo jerseys against a light textured background. On the left is Eliska Shumbera, captioned "First Team Senior." On the right is Mayleigh Martinez, captioned "Second Team Senior." The El Campo "EC" logo is centered at the bottom between their names.

STATE TRACK FINALISTS💥

Congratulations to Maddie Holmes and Ava Simper on their top finishes at the State Championships!

Maddie finished 5th in the 100M dash, and Ava finished 7th in the 800 M run!

1 day ago, Ricky Ricebird
maddie with medals and plaque and ava with medal at the state meet
𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐄𝐑 💥

Congratulations to Maddie Holmes on earning 6th Place in the UIL 4A State Championships Long Jump with a jump of 18’7”!

Your Ladybird family is proud of the hard work, determination, and heart you showed all season long. Way to represent El Campo on the biggest stage! ❤️🖤
1 day ago, Ricky Ricebird
maddie with medals and plaque at the state meet
Celebrating our standout Ricebird Baseball Team! 🌟

Pitcher of the Year: Jonah Poenitzsch
Defensive MVP: Jackson Bystrek
3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
johan on the mound
jackson in uniform
Celebrating our standout Ricebird Baseball Team! 🌟

First Team All District:
Andy Russell, Kyle Wied, Jake Drabek, Hudson Bystrek

Second Team All District:
James Terrazas, Caleb Leach, Jax Bubela, Aiden Chisum
3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
andy
kyle
jake
hudson
james
caleb
jax
aiden
Celebrating our standout Ricebird Baseball Team! 🌟

Honorable Mention:
Holt Yackel, Luke Tidmore

Bi-District Champs
Kudos to all! 🎉
3 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
holt
luke
team picture

State Meet Send-Off!

Join us for a send-off for Maddie Holmes and Ava Simper as they head to the State Track & Field Meet!

We're so proud of these talented athletes and their hard work this season. Let's show them our Ricebird pride! ❤️

When: Wednesday, May 13th
Time: 12:15 PM
Where: Between Ricebird Gym and Student Parking

Go Ladybirds! Run fast, jump high, and finish strong! 🏆

4 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Poster for a Ladybirds State Meet Send-Off. Features photos of athletes Maddie Holmes and Ava Simper. Text announces the UIL 4A State Track & Field Meet send-off on Wednesday, May 13th at 12:15 PM, located between the gym and student parking. Includes the Ricebirds logo and the message "We're proud of you!"
🎓 EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL 2026 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY 🎓

Date: Thursday, May 21st
Time: 8:00 PM (Gates open at 6:45 PM)
Location: Ricebird Stadium

**Important Information:**
- Certain items are not permitted: Please refrain from bringing balloons, air horns, or noise makers.
- Only clear bags will be allowed for entry.
- Spectators will have the opportunity to enter the field at the end of the ceremony, although this is subject to change.

We look forward to celebrating this special occasion!
4 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
An official flyer for the El Campo High School Commencement Ceremony. The design features a white background with a decorative red border. At the top, bold red text reads "EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY." Below the title is an illustration of a red graduation cap resting on a rolled diploma tied with a red ribbon. Beside the cap is the El Campo "EC" athletic logo. Event Details: Date: May 21st Time: 8:00 PM (Gates open at 6:45 PM) Location: Ricebird Stadium Prohibited Items & Policies: No balloons, air horns, or noise makers. Clear bags only. Spectators may enter the field at the conclusion of the ceremony (subject to change). Bottom Section: Information for Makers Senior Photography/Connie’s Studio by Glenn, including payment instructions and a PO Box in El Campo, Texas.

🏆 Signing Day Success at ECHS!
We are thrilled to celebrate four of our incredible student-athletes as they officially signed their letters of intent to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level.

Congratulations to these dedicated individuals for their hard work:

Maddie Holmes – Taking her talents to the next level in Track & Field at Prairie View A&M University.

Evan Vazquez - Ready to make a splash with the Southwestern Pirates in Georgetown.

Isabella Ikard - Heading to Kansas to continue the legacy of excellence from our volleyball program at Cloud County Community College.

Mac'Yia Warner – Bringing that Ricebird softball grit to the Ranger College Diamond.

Thank you to the coaches, families, and teammates who supported them along the way. We can’t wait to see what you achieve in this next chapter! 🎓✨

See the event in this video link.

4 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
holmes at decorated table
vasquez and parents at decorated table
ikard at decorated table surrounded by girls from the volleyball team
warner at decorated table surrounded by girls from the softball team
Mrs. Hopper’s Clinical Theory class had a wonderful morning as they completed their final day of clinicals today! The students shared baked goods and presented handmade thank-you cards featuring their pictures to each of our clinical sites.

The ECHS Clinical Program would like to once again extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the ECMH district and all of the various clinical sites for welcoming and supporting our students throughout the year. We truly appreciate your time, guidance, and partnership.

Until next year!
5 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A group of about 15 El Campo High School clinical students and their instructor posing in a classroom. The students are wearing maroon scrubs and the instructor is in blue, all smiling for a celebratory final day photo.
students in maroon scrubs standing in a clinical office setting, presenting a handmade thank-you card and a tray of baked goods to a healthcare professional.
A group of clinical students in maroon scrubs posing with healthcare staff inside a vet clinic, showcasing the partnership between the school and the clinic.
A group of about 15 El Campo High School clinical students posing in a vet clinic. The students are wearing maroon scrubs and the vet staff is in blue, all smiling for a celebratory final day photo.

🌺 Aloha, Ricebirds! Let’s Save Lives! 🥥

NHS & Student Council are hosting a Luau-themed Blood Drive in honor of the brave Amelia Lyford! Amelia, the daughter of Mrs. Lyford, a science teacher at ECHS, has won her battle with leukemia!

When: Wednesday, May 13
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: ECHS Practice Gym
Theme: Luau! Wear your favorite tropical shirt! 🌴

Perks of Donating:
Receive a FREE exclusive beach towel! 🏖️
Get a free diabetes health screening.
The best feeling in the world: helping someone in need.

How to Join:
Appointments are required. Sign up online with this link.

#RicebirdNation #GiveBlood #CommitForLife #AmeliaStrong

5 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Promotional flyer for the El Campo High School Blood Drive in honor of Amelia Lyford. The flyer features a photo of Amelia, a smiling young girl, and details the event: Wednesday, May 13, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Practice Gym at 600 West Norris, El Campo, TX. It includes a QR code to schedule appointments and mentions that successful donors will receive an exclusive beach towel.

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

6 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
this week in ricebird nation
Attention ECHS 9th-11th graders!
7 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
An ECHS Library notice with colorful book and tech illustrations. The text reads: "Important Library Notice. Attention all students and staff: All library books are currently overdue. Chromebook, charger, and calculator return pickup begins: Monday, May 11. Starting next week, please be prepared.
" A good teacher is like a candle-it consumes itself to light the way for others."

The ECHS admin would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our ECHS teachers for the dedication, patience, and support you show each and every day. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and the impact you make on our students and campus is truly appreciated.
8 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
collage of pictures featuring high school teachers getting treats from a cart full of snacks
ECHS ❤️s nurse extraordinaire, Monica Ott! Happy School Nurse Day (May 7)! 🎉👩‍⚕️
8 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
two administrators presenting Ott with a flower arrangement
We are thrilled to announce the official launch of "The Bird Feeder," our very own ECHS food truck. It made its exciting debut during Teacher Appreciation Week, serving over 100 mouthwatering pulled pork nachos to our amazing El Campo ISD faculty and staff.

A huge thank you to Ms. Poenitzsch, Ms. Harp, and all of our talented Culinary Arts students for their hard work in the kitchen and for providing such a delightful lunch for our team.

The future is looking (and tasting) bright for our Culinary program!
9 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
A group of El Campo ISD staff members standing in line outdoors to order from "The Bird Feeder" food truck
The back of the ECHS food truck, "The Bird Feeder," displaying the ECHS Culinary Arts logo and "Home of the Fighting Ricebirds" branding.
Culinary arts students working inside the kitchen of "The Bird Feeder" food truck, preparing meals for faculty and staff.
Culinary arts students working inside the kitchen of "The Bird Feeder" food truck, preparing meals for faculty and staff.

🥁 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! 🔴⚪️

9 days 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.

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!!!

10 days ago, Ricky Ricebird
Devin, Scollie, Brennen, And Addisyn in red shirts and blue jeans