💚💛 We’re Hiring at East Chambers ISD — and Here’s Why You’ll Love It Here ⚓️🏴☠️
💚 You’re valued here. Competitive salaries and TIA eligibility across all certified teaching areas mean your work is recognized and rewarded.
💛 You’re supported here. Affordable in-district childcare makes life easier for working families.
⚓️ You’re connected here. Small-town pride isn’t just a slogan — it means relationships matter, teamwork is real, and people step up for each other.
🏴☠️ You’re growing here. From leadership roles to classroom positions, EC is a place where you can build a career — not just take a job.
We work hard. We cheer loud. We back our people. And we’re building something special in green and gold.
If you’re ready to be part of a district that believes in its staff as much as its students, take a look at the openings and come join the crew. 💚💛
📍 Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/eastchambers/onlineapp/
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It’s a packed week of games, tournaments, and special events! Check out this week’s Buccaneers In The Know, mark your calendars, and come out to support our students.
Let’s make it a great week in Green & Gold! 💚⚓️💛
East Chambers ISD is proud to recognize Sheriff Hawthorne for his unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and community. His leadership reflects what true community partnership looks like: protecting today’s students while investing in their future. We are grateful for his dedication to East Chambers ISD. ⚓
Our phones and internet service have been fully restored.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility while we worked through the outage. We appreciate your understanding and are glad to be back up and running!
💚💛 Green & Gold Greats! 💚💛
Alex Lavergne leads by example with responsibility, respect, and a strong work ethic. He stays focused, gives his best effort, and sets a positive tone in the classroom.
Skylar Moore comes ready to learn, participates with confidence, and brings positive energy each day. Her determination, kindness, and leadership truly set her apart.
Connor Burrell shows up with a positive attitude and a willingness to try his best. He’s kind, helpful, and encourages others while staying focused on learning.
Addie Ferguson is responsible, respectful, and consistently gives her best effort. Her quiet confidence and steady growth make her someone others can count on.
Caleb Beighley is selfless, caring, and hardworking. His persistence shows in his work and sets a strong example for his peers.
Zanei Garza brings positivity, respect, and a strong work ethic to everything she does. She’s always ready to learn and eager to grow.
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Let’s show up loud, proud, and ready to cheer our team all the way through the postseason. See you at tip-off!
Today, we’re proud to recognize National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day (2/15) and celebrate the incredible work of our Campus Security Deputies (CSDs). Through our partnership with the Chambers County Sheriff's Office, these three deputies serve our campuses with dedication, professionalism, and heart.
They do far more than patrol hallways. They build relationships, mentor students, attend events, and provide a steady, trusted presence each day. Their commitment to keeping our schools safe while strengthening connections with students and staff truly reflects what it means to be anchored in community.
On National SRO Day, and every day, we are grateful for their service and the care they show our Buccaneers. Thank you for standing watch, building trust, and helping keep our schools safe. ⚓💚💛
From solving real-world problems to tackling the toughest calculus concepts, today we’re highlighting Haylea Barrow, one of our high school math teachers who challenges students to think deeper, push further, and realize they’re capable of more than they imagined. 📐➗
What’s your teaching philosophy?
My teaching philosophy is all about helping students understand math and see why it matters. I focus on problem-solving, real-world examples, and critical thinking so students can connect what they learn in class to future studies, careers, and everyday life.
What’s your favorite ‘lightbulb moment’ you see in students?
Now that I’m teaching precal and calculus, it’s really rewarding to see the connections my students make to what they learned in geometry. I especially love watching my calculus students’ faces when everything finally clicks after they’ve been convinced there’s no way they can do it.
What do you love about teaching at ECISD?
Teaching is kind of a family tradition for me. My mom, Robin Rollo, taught third grade at EC for 32 years. My grandpa, Donald Spencer, taught art and literature, coached basketball, and drove a bus for 35 years, and my grandmother, Barbara Spencer, worked as the elementary secretary for 43 years. I had the very best examples to learn from. I grew up at EC and have only ever taught at EC. The sense of community and family here is truly special and something you just can’t find anywhere else.
💚📚 When a teacher grows up in the same halls she now teaches in, that pride runs deep. Watching students build confidence, make connections, and conquer the “impossible” is what it’s all about. We’re thankful for educators who prove that with the right support, even calculus can click.
#TeacherTalksTuesday #BuccaneerPride ⚓
Welcome back to East Chambers, Matt Fowler, our incoming 26-27 High School Principal! 💚💛🏴☠️
Mr. Fowler returns with prior experience as an assistant principal at East Chambers Junior High and most recently at Shepherd High School. Mr. Fowler is committed to building strong relationships, setting clear expectations, and creating an environment where students and staff thrive. We’re excited to have him back leading the Buccaneers! ⚓💚💛
Lana Nelius goes above and beyond for our students and staff every single day. As a 4th grade math and science teacher and ESL support educator, she collaborates, leads, and steps in wherever she’s needed. From sponsoring the high school Bass Fishing Club to serving on the Sunshine and District Advisory Committees, Lana’s positivity, teamwork, and dedication make her a true Golden Crewmate. 🌟
Shoutout to Andrea Ramon for being recognized by Mrs. McDonald for outstanding character and kindness! 🏴☠️ She showed true empathy and integrity by stepping in when a classmate was being treated unkindly and making sure they felt included and supported. That’s real leadership and compassion in action. We’re proud of you! ⚓
⚓ Anchored in Community ⚓
It’s #211Day! When life gets a little heavy, you don’t have to carry it alone. The 211 Texas/United Way HELPLINE is available 24/7/365 to connect you with nearby resources like child care, mental health support, food assistance, and more.
Help is just a call or text away — because that’s what community is all about.
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📱 Text your ZIP Code to 898211 to get started.
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This week, we’re featuring Kayleigh Courville, an 8th grade ELAR teacher and head softball coach who brings the same heart, dedication, and high expectations to both the classroom and the field. Whether she’s helping students find their voice in writing or cheering them on from the dugout, she’s all about building confidence and belief. 💚💛⚾
What is your teaching philosophy?
My teaching philosophy focuses on building meaningful, supportive, and authentic relationships with students while encouraging them to strive for success both in and out of the classroom. I believe these relationships provide the foundation for confident, capable, and successful learners. My goal is to create a classroom where students feel valued and respected, where they are comfortable taking risks, learning from mistakes, and growing both academically and personally.
What’s your favorite “lightbulb moment” you see in students?
My favorite lightbulb moment is watching students gain confidence, especially in their writing and in their enjoyment of ELAR. Many students don’t initially realize how much growth comes from consistent effort and dedication, but when that realization finally clicks, it’s so rewarding. Seeing students take pride in their work, enjoy learning, and believe in their abilities is truly special!
What do you love about teaching at ECISD?
What I love most about teaching & coaching at ECISD is the incredible sense of support that runs throughout the district. From administrators and colleagues to families and community members, there is a genuine sense of care and support. ECISD truly feels like one big family, where everyone looks out for one another. That level of encouragement and support makes a lasting impact and it’s something that goes beyond words!
📚⚾ From the classroom to the softball field, educators like Coach Courville are shaping confident learners and leaders every single day. We’re lucky to have her on our team — and yes, it’s always a GREAT DAY to be a BUC! 💚💛
#TeacherTalksTuesday #BuccaneerPride #ECISD
In celebration of Career and Technical Education Month, students from several CTE programs took the spotlight at tonight’s school board meeting to share how their coursework is shaping their futures.
Mario Herrera showcased his handcrafted cutting board and walked trustees through the process behind creating it. Ray Stramecki shared how the culinary program is equipping him with hands-on skills for the food industry. Aleena Rodriguez and Luke Hampton highlighted the Teach program and the ways it’s preparing them for careers in education. Ava Bone discussed the opportunities available through Animal Science, Vet Tech, Floral Design, and Welding, emphasizing the variety of pathways CTE offers students.
Representing Treasure Trove, Danica Burrell, Kathryn Johnson, Hector Torres, and Melissa Valladares also presented on Entrepreneurship and Printing & Imaging.
We’re proud to see our students building real-world skills, gaining confidence, and stepping boldly toward what comes next. 👏
