Teacher Talks Tuesday 🍎✨
Today we’re featuring high school Entrepreneurship teacher Amber Parker! She’s passionate about helping students connect classroom learning to the real world and preparing them for life beyond graduation. 💼📚
What is your teaching philosophy?
My teaching philosophy centers around not only preparing students for their current content, but for life beyond the classroom. When students understand how a lesson connects to real world situations, they are more engaged and motivated. I love getting to play the role that helps bridge academic content with real life application. One of my greatest goals is guiding students to become lifelong learners. Success isn’t always defined by grades, but by curiosity, responsibility, and the ability to learn beyond school. Hopefully my students leave my classroom equipped with the knowledge, skills, and mindset they need to confidently navigate their future!
What’s your favorite ‘lightbulb moment’ you see in students?
My favorite “lightbulb moment” is when students suddenly connect a business concept we’ve learned in class to something they see in real life, like recognizing marketing strategies their favorite brands are using to get them to purchase things or understanding supply and demand in everyday life. It shows me the learning has truly clicked! It’s even more rewarding when former students come back and share how they’re applying those same concepts in their careers. That’s when I know the impact lasted beyond the classroom!
What do you love about teaching at ECISD?
ECISD is all about community. It’s why I loved growing up and going to school here and why I chose to raise my children in the same district! The amount of kindness and support for each student is unmatched! We have an amazing administration and school board who are open to ideas and are willing to step into uncharted territory when it comes to providing new opportunities for our students! They truly want the best for our students and I love getting to be a part of that!
We’re grateful for educators like Amber who inspire students to think bigger, dream bigger, and build bright futures. 💚💛
Today we’re featuring high school Entrepreneurship teacher Amber Parker! She’s passionate about helping students connect classroom learning to the real world and preparing them for life beyond graduation. 💼📚
What is your teaching philosophy?
My teaching philosophy centers around not only preparing students for their current content, but for life beyond the classroom. When students understand how a lesson connects to real world situations, they are more engaged and motivated. I love getting to play the role that helps bridge academic content with real life application. One of my greatest goals is guiding students to become lifelong learners. Success isn’t always defined by grades, but by curiosity, responsibility, and the ability to learn beyond school. Hopefully my students leave my classroom equipped with the knowledge, skills, and mindset they need to confidently navigate their future!
What’s your favorite ‘lightbulb moment’ you see in students?
My favorite “lightbulb moment” is when students suddenly connect a business concept we’ve learned in class to something they see in real life, like recognizing marketing strategies their favorite brands are using to get them to purchase things or understanding supply and demand in everyday life. It shows me the learning has truly clicked! It’s even more rewarding when former students come back and share how they’re applying those same concepts in their careers. That’s when I know the impact lasted beyond the classroom!
What do you love about teaching at ECISD?
ECISD is all about community. It’s why I loved growing up and going to school here and why I chose to raise my children in the same district! The amount of kindness and support for each student is unmatched! We have an amazing administration and school board who are open to ideas and are willing to step into uncharted territory when it comes to providing new opportunities for our students! They truly want the best for our students and I love getting to be a part of that!
We’re grateful for educators like Amber who inspire students to think bigger, dream bigger, and build bright futures. 💚💛
Please join us in congratulating Wendy Bordeaux on being named Junior High Assistant Principal for the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉
With 14 years at ECISD, she brings the heart of a master teacher along with strong experience in student management, differentiated instruction, and building a positive, effective learning environment that supports both academic success and student well-being. We’re excited for the impact she will make in this new role! 💚💛
With 14 years at ECISD, she brings the heart of a master teacher along with strong experience in student management, differentiated instruction, and building a positive, effective learning environment that supports both academic success and student well-being. We’re excited for the impact she will make in this new role! 💚💛
4th grade students presented their Wax Museum projects at the regular board meeting tonight!
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Julie McLendon on being named principal! With 23+ years in public education and experience as an assistant principal and literacy coach, she brings a strong commitment to student success, instructional excellence, and positive school culture. We’re excited to have her at East Chambers! ⚓
#JoinOurCrew 💚💛
East Chambers ISD is now hiring! Join Laura on our Crew and be part of a supportive, family-like team where students and staff thrive. We have the following positions available:
⚓️Primary Life Skills Teacher
⚓️Primary PreK - 2nd Grade Teacher
⚓️Primary Paraprofessional
⚓️Elementary 3-5th Grade Reading Teacher
⚓️Elementary 3rd-5th Grade Math Teacher
⚓️Elementary School Nurse-LVN
⚓️Junior High Science /Boys Head Soccer Coach
⚓️Junior High Science Teacher
⚓️Junior High Math Teacher
⚓️High School Assistant Band Director
⚓️High School Science Teacher/Coach
⚓️Child-Care Center Caregiver
⚓️Substitute Teachers
⚓️Child Nutrition Substitutes
Check out these opportunities on our Join Our Crew webpage: www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
East Chambers ISD is now hiring! Join Laura on our Crew and be part of a supportive, family-like team where students and staff thrive. We have the following positions available:
⚓️Primary Life Skills Teacher
⚓️Primary PreK - 2nd Grade Teacher
⚓️Primary Paraprofessional
⚓️Elementary 3-5th Grade Reading Teacher
⚓️Elementary 3rd-5th Grade Math Teacher
⚓️Elementary School Nurse-LVN
⚓️Junior High Science /Boys Head Soccer Coach
⚓️Junior High Science Teacher
⚓️Junior High Math Teacher
⚓️High School Assistant Band Director
⚓️High School Science Teacher/Coach
⚓️Child-Care Center Caregiver
⚓️Substitute Teachers
⚓️Child Nutrition Substitutes
Check out these opportunities on our Join Our Crew webpage: www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
Sailing into the Week ⛵️
Here’s what’s on deck! Take a quick look and mark those calendars — it’s shaping up to be another great week to be a Buc. 💚💛
Here’s what’s on deck! Take a quick look and mark those calendars — it’s shaping up to be another great week to be a Buc. 💚💛
Dear East Chambers Families,
With heavy hearts, we share that two students were involved in an overnight accident, and one student has passed away. We are deeply grieving as a school community, and our thoughts and prayers are with the student’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. Out of respect for the family, we are not releasing the name.
We encourage you to spend time with your child, listen, and support them as they process this loss. Grief looks different for everyone, and all feelings are valid.
Additional counselors will be available at the junior high and high school on Monday to support both students and staff.
Please know we are here for you and your family, and we will walk through this together.
Andrea Smith
Superintendent
With heavy hearts, we share that two students were involved in an overnight accident, and one student has passed away. We are deeply grieving as a school community, and our thoughts and prayers are with the student’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. Out of respect for the family, we are not releasing the name.
We encourage you to spend time with your child, listen, and support them as they process this loss. Grief looks different for everyone, and all feelings are valid.
Additional counselors will be available at the junior high and high school on Monday to support both students and staff.
Please know we are here for you and your family, and we will walk through this together.
Andrea Smith
Superintendent
🌟 April Golden Crewmate of the Month 🌟
Congratulations to Shayna! Her positivity and constant smile make her an incredible support to fellow 2nd grade teachers and ECP staff. She goes above and beyond for her students, always looking for ways to challenge and engage them at the next level.
Her care, initiative, and dedication make a difference every single day—we’re lucky to have her! 💛👏
Congratulations to Shayna! Her positivity and constant smile make her an incredible support to fellow 2nd grade teachers and ECP staff. She goes above and beyond for her students, always looking for ways to challenge and engage them at the next level.
Her care, initiative, and dedication make a difference every single day—we’re lucky to have her! 💛👏
🏴☠️ Happy National Assistant Principals Week! 🏴☠️
This week we celebrate the leaders who keep our campuses running, support our teachers, encourage our students, and somehow juggle a hundred things before lunch.
Our assistant principals are problem-solvers, cheerleaders, mentors, and calm voices in busy hallways. Their dedication and behind-the-scenes work make a difference every single day.
Thank you for your leadership and the countless ways you support our school community. We appreciate you this week and every week! 💚💛⚓
This week we celebrate the leaders who keep our campuses running, support our teachers, encourage our students, and somehow juggle a hundred things before lunch.
Our assistant principals are problem-solvers, cheerleaders, mentors, and calm voices in busy hallways. Their dedication and behind-the-scenes work make a difference every single day.
Thank you for your leadership and the countless ways you support our school community. We appreciate you this week and every week! 💚💛⚓
💚✨ GREEN & GOLD GREAT! ✨💛
We are so proud to recognize Hazleigh Thomas-Edwards for receiving a Buccaneer Challenge Coin from Mrs. Yonker!
Hazleigh is always finding ways to help others—she sees a need and steps in without hesitation. She truly embodies what it means to be a Buccaneer!
💛 We are so proud of you, Hazleigh! Keep up the great work! ⭐️💚
We are so proud to recognize Hazleigh Thomas-Edwards for receiving a Buccaneer Challenge Coin from Mrs. Yonker!
Hazleigh is always finding ways to help others—she sees a need and steps in without hesitation. She truly embodies what it means to be a Buccaneer!
💛 We are so proud of you, Hazleigh! Keep up the great work! ⭐️💚
This April 10th, join us in wearing purple for Purple Up Day! Let's show military-connected children
across Texas that we see their strength, celebrate their resilience, and support their journey.
#PurpleUp #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #MilitaryKids
across Texas that we see their strength, celebrate their resilience, and support their journey.
#PurpleUp #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #MilitaryKids
📣Teacher Talks Tuesday
This week we’re featuring Junior High math teacher Mrs. Pamela Savoie! From building confidence in the classroom to creating a family-like atmosphere on campus, Mrs. Savoie brings heart, humor, and encouragement to her students every single day. Let’s get to know her a little better 💚💛
What is your teaching philosophy?
Answering “what is your teaching philosophy?” is always a hard one. I’m not sure I have a teaching philosophy, but a passion. I have a passion for students to know the love of Jesus through teaching math—by the way I respond to them, the way I love them, the way I speak to them, and the way I show them hard work. All wrapped into that, they get to learn a little bit (or a lot a bit!) of math at the same time. My passion is for my students to feel loved and seen when they walk out the door. ✨
What’s your favorite ‘lightbulb moment’ you see in students?
I love when students finally feel comfortable enough to ask math questions 💡
What do you love about teaching at ECISD?
I love the community at ECJH because it feels like a family. We support and encourage each other in and out of the classroom… and the ice machine in the lounge is a sweet little bonus 🧊😄
We’re so thankful for the passion and care Mrs. Savoie pours into her students and our ECJH family. Thank you for helping students feel seen, supported, and confident—one math lesson at a time! 💚💛
This week we’re featuring Junior High math teacher Mrs. Pamela Savoie! From building confidence in the classroom to creating a family-like atmosphere on campus, Mrs. Savoie brings heart, humor, and encouragement to her students every single day. Let’s get to know her a little better 💚💛
What is your teaching philosophy?
Answering “what is your teaching philosophy?” is always a hard one. I’m not sure I have a teaching philosophy, but a passion. I have a passion for students to know the love of Jesus through teaching math—by the way I respond to them, the way I love them, the way I speak to them, and the way I show them hard work. All wrapped into that, they get to learn a little bit (or a lot a bit!) of math at the same time. My passion is for my students to feel loved and seen when they walk out the door. ✨
What’s your favorite ‘lightbulb moment’ you see in students?
I love when students finally feel comfortable enough to ask math questions 💡
What do you love about teaching at ECISD?
I love the community at ECJH because it feels like a family. We support and encourage each other in and out of the classroom… and the ice machine in the lounge is a sweet little bonus 🧊😄
We’re so thankful for the passion and care Mrs. Savoie pours into her students and our ECJH family. Thank you for helping students feel seen, supported, and confident—one math lesson at a time! 💚💛
#JoinOurCrew 💚💛
East Chambers ISD is now hiring! Join Ann on our Crew and teach in a district where strong relationships and student character set the tone. We have the following positions available:
⚓️Director of Finance/Business Manager
⚓️Primary Life Skills Teacher
⚓️Primary PreK - 2nd Grade Teacher
⚓️Elementary 3-5th Grade Reading Teacher
⚓️Elementary 3rd-5th Grade Math Teacher
⚓️Elementary School Nurse-LVN
⚓️Junior High Assistant Principal
⚓️Junior High Inclusion/Head Girls Basketball Coach
⚓️Junior High ELA Teacher
⚓️Junior High Science Teacher
⚓️Junior High Future Math Teacher
⚓️Junior High Future Social Studies
⚓️High School Assistant Band Director
⚓️Child-Care Center Caregiver
⚓️Substitute Teachers
⚓️Child Nutrition Substitutes
Check out these opportunities on our Join Our Crew webpage: www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
East Chambers ISD is now hiring! Join Ann on our Crew and teach in a district where strong relationships and student character set the tone. We have the following positions available:
⚓️Director of Finance/Business Manager
⚓️Primary Life Skills Teacher
⚓️Primary PreK - 2nd Grade Teacher
⚓️Elementary 3-5th Grade Reading Teacher
⚓️Elementary 3rd-5th Grade Math Teacher
⚓️Elementary School Nurse-LVN
⚓️Junior High Assistant Principal
⚓️Junior High Inclusion/Head Girls Basketball Coach
⚓️Junior High ELA Teacher
⚓️Junior High Science Teacher
⚓️Junior High Future Math Teacher
⚓️Junior High Future Social Studies
⚓️High School Assistant Band Director
⚓️Child-Care Center Caregiver
⚓️Substitute Teachers
⚓️Child Nutrition Substitutes
Check out these opportunities on our Join Our Crew webpage: www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
We’re Sailing Into the Week ⛵️💚💛
A new week is on the horizon and it’s packed with great things happening across Buccaneer Nation. Take a look and mark your calendars!
A new week is on the horizon and it’s packed with great things happening across Buccaneer Nation. Take a look and mark your calendars!
💚💛 Green & Gold Greats 💛💚
We’re celebrating our February Junior High Students of the Month who earned a Buccaneer Challenge Coin! These students show what it means to lead, encourage others, and bring positive energy to campus every day.
Connor Shanklin comes to class ready to work, gives his best effort, and helps create a positive classroom environment.
Lexi Turner stands out for her hard work, focus, and kindness toward everyone around her.
Christopher Morales keeps spirits high with humor, positivity, and a heart for lifting others up.
Alyzza Guerrero leads quietly by example with strong focus, reliability, and dedication.
Javier Granados works hard, stays positive, and encourages others to do their best.
Jordan Crainer goes above and beyond, always helping classmates and bringing great energy.
We are proud of each of you—keep up the great work! 🎉
We’re celebrating our February Junior High Students of the Month who earned a Buccaneer Challenge Coin! These students show what it means to lead, encourage others, and bring positive energy to campus every day.
Connor Shanklin comes to class ready to work, gives his best effort, and helps create a positive classroom environment.
Lexi Turner stands out for her hard work, focus, and kindness toward everyone around her.
Christopher Morales keeps spirits high with humor, positivity, and a heart for lifting others up.
Alyzza Guerrero leads quietly by example with strong focus, reliability, and dedication.
Javier Granados works hard, stays positive, and encourages others to do their best.
Jordan Crainer goes above and beyond, always helping classmates and bringing great energy.
We are proud of each of you—keep up the great work! 🎉
Reminder, Bucs 💚💛: No school this Friday and Monday as we head into the holiday weekend. Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends! 🏴☠️
April is Month of the Military Child.This April 10th, join us in wearing purple for Purple Up Day! East Chambers ISD, along with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) in
collaboration with the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), honors the courage, adaptability, and resilience of military-connected children across Texas. Nearly 230,000 military-connected students call Texas schools’ home. Let's show military-connected children across Texas that we see their strength, celebrate their resilience, and support their journey.#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleUp #MilitaryKids
collaboration with the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), honors the courage, adaptability, and resilience of military-connected children across Texas. Nearly 230,000 military-connected students call Texas schools’ home. Let's show military-connected children across Texas that we see their strength, celebrate their resilience, and support their journey.#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleUp #MilitaryKids
Today we celebrate the incredible paraprofessionals who make a daily difference in our classrooms 💛
They work side-by-side with teachers to support instruction, provide one-on-one help, encourage students, and make sure every child has the opportunity to succeed. Their dedication, patience, and heart are truly the backbone of our schools.
Thank you for the impact you make every single day. Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🎉
They work side-by-side with teachers to support instruction, provide one-on-one help, encourage students, and make sure every child has the opportunity to succeed. Their dedication, patience, and heart are truly the backbone of our schools.
Thank you for the impact you make every single day. Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🎉
Future Buccaneers, this is your moment ⚓✨
Big adventures start small, and we can’t wait to welcome our newest little learners! Families with incoming PK3, PK4, and Kindergarten students—this is your chance to step inside, meet the team, and get your child excited for the journey ahead.
Mark your calendar and come see where friendships, fun, and learning set sail. 💚💛
Big adventures start small, and we can’t wait to welcome our newest little learners! Families with incoming PK3, PK4, and Kindergarten students—this is your chance to step inside, meet the team, and get your child excited for the journey ahead.
Mark your calendar and come see where friendships, fun, and learning set sail. 💚💛
Experience the Buccaneer Difference 💚💛
In East Chambers ISD, we value tradition and our close-knit community. Events such as homecoming, graduation, the Texas Rice Festival, and post-season athletic competitions are not just school or community events, they’re Buccaneer Pride events that bring everyone together in celebration.
Check out the current openings and learn more about all the opportunities available in ECISD.
🔗www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
In East Chambers ISD, we value tradition and our close-knit community. Events such as homecoming, graduation, the Texas Rice Festival, and post-season athletic competitions are not just school or community events, they’re Buccaneer Pride events that bring everyone together in celebration.
Check out the current openings and learn more about all the opportunities available in ECISD.
🔗www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
