We’re thrilled to recognize Texas Health & Fitness and Mac’s Roofing, both owned by Sergio and Jeanette Salazar, as our October Rising Tide honorees! 🏆
Their businesses go above and beyond to support ECISD—sponsoring events, volunteering, and providing prizes and incentives that lift our students, staff, and community. Thank you for making a real difference! 💛⚓
School Board President Scott Jones presented Coach Russ Sutherland with a plaque celebrating his 200th career win — achieved just two weeks ago against Buna! 👏👏
Let’s pack the stands tonight and cheer on our Bucs as they take on Coldspring! 💚💛
Kickoff at 7:30 PM — see you there!
Congrats to our Junior High Students of the Month who earned Buc Challenge Coins! ⚓️✨
6th Grade:
Jett – Kind & honest; even returned $50 he found! 💵💛
Peyton – Outstanding work ethic & true school spirit! 📚🌟
7th Grade:
Aiden – Hard worker who always does the right thing 💪💚
Kenlynn – Always kind to those around her 💛🤝
8th Grade:
Jocelyn – Dedicated & present, making the most of every class 📖⚓️
Jason – Kind-hearted, helps classmates, and makes learning fun! ✨🎉
Your kindness, effort, and leadership show what it means to be a true Buccaneer! 🏴☠️💚💛
#GreenAndGoldGreats #BucPride #ChallengeCoin
🎟️ Grab your tickets online using the QR code!
💵 Not a tech wizard? No worries — bring cash and snag your ticket at the gate!
🍎 Teacher Talk Tuesday: Mrs. Garcia! 🎉
This week we’re shining the spotlight on Mrs. Garcia, who has been inspiring students for an incredible 23 years! She currently teaches ESL and 6th Grade Math Lab, and her passion for helping every student find success shines through in everything she does. 💫
💭 Teaching Philosophy:
“My teaching philosophy centers on helping every student achieve success at their own pace and in their own way.”
✨ Favorite ‘Lightbulb Moment’:
“When students realize that what they’re learning is actually helping them—and they start to enjoy school!”
💚 What She Loves About ECISD:
“I love the family atmosphere among the staff and the support from our administration. I also love that parents feel comfortable coming to me with their school questions and needs.”
☕ Fun Fact:
Every year, Mrs. Garcia kicks off the school year with a brand-new Day of the Dead coffee cup—because great teaching starts with great coffee! ☕
Help us celebrate Mrs. Garcia for her dedication, heart, and 23 years of inspiring young minds! 👏💚 #TeacherTalkTuesday #ECISDProud
Get ready to Taste the World! From October 13–17, [District Name] schools will celebrate National School Lunch Week (NSLW25) with international-inspired lunches featuring fresh fruits, whole grains, and locally sourced ingredients. 🥗🍇🥖
Each day, students will explore new flavors and cultures through themed meals and fun food facts shared during lunch at our primary and elementary campuses. We encourage parents to ask their children what they learned each day—you might be surprised by the tasty trivia they bring home! 🌎✨
REMINDER!!!
Texas students: Apply to college for FREE!
October 13–19, 2025
All Texas Public Colleges and Universities
ApplyTexas.org
https://buccaneerbeacon.org/
https://picturethiseastchambers.online/
It’s Homecoming Week, Buccaneers! 🎉
Check out what’s happening across EC, from PTO meetings to pep rallies and Friday night lights! 🌟
👇 Scroll for campus dress-up day themes! 👇
#GoBucs #Homecoming2025 #BuccaneerPride #SailingIntoTheWeek
She leads with heart, teamwork, and a passion for helping others succeed! 💚 From mentoring colleagues to creating the Buccaneer Book Buddies program 📚 and expanding hands-on STEM Camps 🔬, she goes above and beyond for students and staff every day.
👏 Let’s celebrate Mrs. Gerlufsen for making EC shine!
💛 Know another amazing EC staff member? Nominate them here ➡️ https://www.eastchambers.net/page/recognition
Today we’re celebrating Avry, who received a Buc Challenge Coin for going above and beyond to make sure everyone feels included and welcomed. His kindness and compassion show what it truly means to be a Buccaneer! ⚓️
A reminder that a simple act of kindness can make waves — and those waves make our school stronger. 🌊✨
#GreenAndGoldGreats #BucPride #ChooseKindness
Today we’re celebrating Nicole Touchet, our incredible HR Director at East Chambers ISD! She supports our staff with care and professionalism and helps to keep our district sailing smoothly every single day.
Thank you for the countless ways you make ECISD a great place to work and grow — your dedication to our team doesn’t go unnoticed! ⚓🍎
#CelebrateTXHR #BucPride
⚓🍎 Teacher Talks Tuesday 🍎✏️📚
This week, we’re celebrating Ms. Harmon, our amazing 5th grade math teacher at EC! ➕📏
Before stepping into the classroom, Ms. Harmon worked as a substitute, custodian, and in our afterschool program, ACE, while earning her education degree — talk about dedication and heart! 💪💚
“My teaching philosophy is one that encompasses respect and inclusivity. I value diversity, ensure equal opportunity and foster a sense of trust and community among all students.
My favorite "lightbulb moment" is when students have moved on to other grades and come back to tell me that there were certain things I taught them and told them they would use later at the higher grade levels and they did. They knew what the teacher was talking about because of something I had shown them when they were with me.
What I love about teaching at EC is how we work at building and maintaining a positive environment that helps to ensure the success of each of our students. We work together as a team to meet the needs of our students. We also have a lot of veteran teachers that take the "newbies" under their wings and that makes a difference for both the new teachers and students.” 🌟
We’re so proud to have educators like Ms. Harmon who bring passion, perseverance, and positivity to their classrooms every single day! 💛💚
Heads up - Texas’ Free College Application Week is taking place October 13-19, 2025! During this special week, Texas students will be able to apply at no cost via the ApplyTexas application system. Don’t miss out – get your application in by October 19! https://www.highered.texas.gov/free-college-application-week/
⛵️ Sailing Into the Week, Buccaneers! ⛵️
Stay anchored with all the happenings across ECISD: from volleyball and cross country to band rehearsals, football, and spirit dress-up days—you won’t want to miss a thing! ⚓💚💛
Check out this week’s schedule and set sail for another great week in Buc Nation! 🌊
#BuccaneersInTheKnow #ThinkBoldlyWorkBravelyPlayFiercely
This week, we’re celebrating two Buccaneers who truly embody the spirit of kindness and initiative on campus!
🏅 Robert – Always looking out for others, Robert goes above and beyond without being asked. From picking up forgotten items to returning jackets from the lost and found, he shows what it means to take initiative and help his fellow students.
🏅 Aeryn – Aeryn’s thoughtfulness shines in the little moments. When she saw a classmate accidentally drop his breakfast, she didn’t hesitate to stop and help him pick it up.
👏 Thank you, Robert and Aeryn, for showing us that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference!
#BucPride #ChallengeCoin #KindnessInAction
Today, we celebrate the heart of our schools—the amazing custodians who keep our campuses clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. From sparkling floors to organized classrooms, their hard work often goes unseen, but it never goes unnoticed! 💛💚
Thank you for everything you do to help our students and staff shine! 🌟
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou
🌾🎉 No School – Texas Rice Festival Youth Day! 🎉🌾
Friday, October 3, 2025, our Buccaneers will have the day off to celebrate Youth Day at the Texas Rice Festival.
Enjoy the fun, food, and festivities — and we’ll see everyone back in class on Monday, October 6, 2025!
#BuccaneerStrong #TexasRiceFestival
