We’re sailing into another busy week! ⚓💚💛
From celebrations to competitions to important campus events, there’s a lot happening. Take a quick look and mark those calendars — it’s going to be a great week to be a Buc!
From celebrations to competitions to important campus events, there’s a lot happening. Take a quick look and mark those calendars — it’s going to be a great week to be a Buc!
🏆 Awards Season Reminder, Buccaneer family 💚💛🏴☠️
📌 Note: Two dates on our original post were incorrect and have now been corrected. Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate you double-checking the revised schedule.
We’re excited to celebrate the accomplishments of our students across all campuses! Please take a moment to review the updated schedule and save the dates.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you 🎉
📌 Note: Two dates on our original post were incorrect and have now been corrected. Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate you double-checking the revised schedule.
We’re excited to celebrate the accomplishments of our students across all campuses! Please take a moment to review the updated schedule and save the dates.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you 🎉
Rising Tide Recognition 🌊
A big thank you to Winter Martinez of MTZ Events for generously supporting East Chambers ISD! From donating Homecoming balloons for the past two years to always showing up ready to help, Winter’s kindness and commitment help make our events extra special. We appreciate you helping our Buccaneers celebrate in style! 🎈
A big thank you to Winter Martinez of MTZ Events for generously supporting East Chambers ISD! From donating Homecoming balloons for the past two years to always showing up ready to help, Winter’s kindness and commitment help make our events extra special. We appreciate you helping our Buccaneers celebrate in style! 🎈
The East Chambers ISD Board of Trustees officially approved a resolution recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8, 2026 at the regular April meeting. We look forward to celebrating and honoring the incredible work of our teachers during this special week. 🍎
Green & Gold Greats 💚💛
We’re celebrating two outstanding Buccaneers who were recognized with Buccaneer Challenge Coins!
Galileo Olalde was presented a challenge coin from Ms, Kahla. He went above and beyond during recess when he noticed trash on the playground and chose to stop what he was doing to clean it up—even though it wasn’t his. That simple act showed responsibility, pride in our school, and genuine kindness. Way to lead by example, Galileo!
Mrs. Jordan proudly presented Josie Crook with a challenge coin for consistently being a hard worker, actively participating in class, and going the extra mile in her schoolwork. She’s thoughtful, kind, and always willing to help others. Keep shining, Josie!
We are proud of both of you for showing what it truly means to be Buccaneers! ⚓
We’re celebrating two outstanding Buccaneers who were recognized with Buccaneer Challenge Coins!
Galileo Olalde was presented a challenge coin from Ms, Kahla. He went above and beyond during recess when he noticed trash on the playground and chose to stop what he was doing to clean it up—even though it wasn’t his. That simple act showed responsibility, pride in our school, and genuine kindness. Way to lead by example, Galileo!
Mrs. Jordan proudly presented Josie Crook with a challenge coin for consistently being a hard worker, actively participating in class, and going the extra mile in her schoolwork. She’s thoughtful, kind, and always willing to help others. Keep shining, Josie!
We are proud of both of you for showing what it truly means to be Buccaneers! ⚓
Due to a recent change in the state’s Academic UIL schedule for next year, the Board has approved a revision to the previously adopted school calendar. Spring Break for the 2026–27 school year will now be held on March 22-26, 2027. The updated calendar is below.
This adjustment was necessary to avoid a conflict with UIL competition dates. As ECISD both hosts and has students participating in these events, we needed to make this change.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause for our staff and families and appreciate your understanding.
Big congratulations are in order for East Chambers ISD Child Nutrition Department! 🎉
We’re proud to celebrate our district earning the Best of the Bunch Award at Megacon Farm Fresh Challenge! This recognition highlights an incredible commitment to serving fresh, local foods and providing meaningful nutrition education for our students.
To earn this award, our Child Nutrition team:
🍎 Served three different local foods representing three meal components each week during October
📚 Hosted weekly educational activities during the challenge
📱 Shared the journey through social media
This achievement wouldn’t be possible without the leadership of Marsha Peden, our Child Nutrition Director, and the dedication of every member of our child nutrition staff. Their hard work fuels our students each day and makes a real difference in our schools.
Please join us in congratulating Marsha and the entire Child Nutrition team for this outstanding accomplishment! 💚🍏 #BestOfTheBunch #ChildNutrition #TexasSchools
Experience the Buccaneer Difference 💚💛
At ECISD, excellence isn’t limited to the classroom—it’s a way of life.
From award-winning UIL academics and fine arts to competitive athletics and leadership-driven extracurriculars, our students are supported at every level to explore their passions and achieve their best. Whether it’s on the stage, in competition, or on the field, Buccaneers show up ready to excel.
When you join ECISD, you’re not just joining a district—you’re becoming part of a culture that values growth, opportunity, and pride in every student’s success.
Check out the current openings and learn more about all the opportunities available in ECISD.
🔗www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
At ECISD, excellence isn’t limited to the classroom—it’s a way of life.
From award-winning UIL academics and fine arts to competitive athletics and leadership-driven extracurriculars, our students are supported at every level to explore their passions and achieve their best. Whether it’s on the stage, in competition, or on the field, Buccaneers show up ready to excel.
When you join ECISD, you’re not just joining a district—you’re becoming part of a culture that values growth, opportunity, and pride in every student’s success.
Check out the current openings and learn more about all the opportunities available in ECISD.
🔗www.eastchambers.net/joinourcrew
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! 💚💛
