Bring your Buccaneer Spirit this Friday to the Bi-District Playoff game! You can also purchase at the gate with debit/credit or cash. Tickets will be $6 for adults and $4 for students with student ID.
East Chambers vs. Palestine Westwood
Friday, November 14
Kick-off at 7:00 P.M.
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/navasotaisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50Lzg3

From Veterans Day celebrations to playoff games and plenty of Buccaneer spirit, there’s a lot happening across ECISD! ⛵️
Check out this week’s “Buccaneers in the Know” to stay up to date on all the action. ⚓️
#BuccaneerPride #ECProud

East Chambers High School students aren’t just learning — they’re publishing and photographing their way into the spotlight! 📸🗞️
📰 Buccaneer Beacon - https://buccaneerbeacon.org/ – Created by our Newspaper Class in partnership with Commercial Photography II students. Check out student-written stories, features, and campus news!
📷 Picture This EC - https://picturethiseastchambers.online/ – The official photo site for East Chambers High School, run by CTE Commercial Photography students. Photos are captured by our talented Yearbook photographers!
💚💛 Explore both and see the incredible creativity of our Buccaneers in action! ⚓️
#BuccaneerPride #StudentVoices #ECProud #CTE

Mrs. Villejoin proudly presented a Buc Challenge Coin to Yani Anderson for going above and beyond! 👏
Yani was spotted at a Little League football game picking up trash from the field—not just once, but after multiple games that day! She wasn’t asked to do it and did it all with a big smile. 🌟
Our little Buccaneers are truly GREAT all the time! 💪💚
Way to go, Yani! ⚓️
#GreenAndGoldGreat #BucPride

⚓️💚💛 Anchored in Community 💛💚⚓️
When one of our own needs support, Buccaneers pull together.
East Chambers coaches presented Darrell Tezeno with a $3,000 donation from the THSCA Benevolence Fund to support his fight against leukemia.
Community fundraisers on Nov. 8 and Nov. 22 will continue that wave of support.
⚓️ Read more: eastchambers.net/article/2526495
#AnchoredInCommunity #ECISDProud #BuccaneerStrong




Meet Macey Richard, an English teacher at ECHS in her second year! Macey brings passion and dedication to the classroom, helping students not only analyze literature and write essays but also gain confidence and connect their learning to the real world 🌎✨
✍️What is your teaching philosophy?
I believe that teaching English is more than analyzing literature and writing essays. It’s about helping students build confidence in their writing and connect their experiences to the real world 🌟. My goal as a high school English teacher is to create a classroom where students feel respected, inspired to express themselves, and prepared for the next step in their future 🎓
💡What’s your favorite ‘lightbulb moment’ you see in students?
There’s something special about watching a student's confidence grow . When they go from saying “I can’t do this” to proudly showing off their essay they completed , I think it’s important to help students see themselves as capable learners 🌟
💛What do you love about teaching at ECISD?
I love teaching at East Chambers because in this district, there is a strong community connection. Our school has felt like family since my first day here, and everyone truly knows and supports one another. We take pride in our students' wins both in and out of the classroom.
Red Ribbon Week and Fall Fest were packed with spirit, creativity, and plenty of smiles.
Here’s a rewind of all the moments that made us proud to be Buccaneers! 💚💛
#ECISDProud #FallFestRewind #RedRibbonWeek







Field trips, report cards, games, and more! Stay in the know and make sure you don’t miss a thing.
📅 Check out this week’s calendar of events below to see what’s coming up as we head full speed into November!
#BuccaneerPride #ECTogether #SailingIntoTheWeek

Stay safe in tonight’s festivities — and don’t miss the Buccaneers vs. Orangefield home game! 🏈 Kickoff 7:30 PM! ⚓️
#WeAreEC #GoBucs










ECISD Board members visited our campuses this week to see learning in action and connect with students and staff.
Check out how this new annual tradition is bringing our district even closer together 💫
📸 Read more: https://www.eastchambers.net/article/2518960
Our district earned a B rating and ranked among Region 5’s Top 5 districts for STAAR Math scores in grades 3–5! 🏆
Because of this success, we have been invited to present in Region 5’s Student Achievement Series — highlighting what’s working in our classrooms and the incredible educators making it happen. 💪🍎
We’re honored to share our story and celebrate the hard work, collaboration, and dedication that led to this achievement. 💚💛
#MathSuccess #ECExcellence #Region5Proud #BuccaneerStrong #StudentAchievement

This week, we’re celebrating Coach Chris Fontenot, a true EC legend! With 32 years in education — 28 of those right here at East Chambers — Coach Fontenot wears many hats: Biology Teacher, Football Defensive Coordinator, and Pole Vault Coach.
🧬 Teaching Philosophy:
“I believe building relationships is vital. I always try to show students how what we’re learning applies to their lives. Teaching isn’t just about preparing for a test — it’s about helping young people grow into responsible young adults.”
💡 Favorite Lightbulb Moment:
“It’s awesome when students finally understand a concept. As a Biology teacher, I love seeing students grasp genetics and recognize how traits are passed down in their own families.”
💚 What I Love About ECISD:
“I love the family atmosphere here at East Chambers. The faculty and staff are always pulling the rope in the same direction, with the students’ best interests at heart. I may not have graduated from EC, but I went to school here when I was young — East Chambers is FAMILY. Go Bucs!!!!” ⚓💛💚




Here’s what’s happening in Buc Nation—check out the graphic below to stay in the know with all of this week’s events! ⬇️
Let’s make it a great week, Bucs! ⚓️





We’re so proud to see one of our own featured in the ARC Southeast Texas School Spotlight! 🌟
Thank you for inspiring our students and representing EC with heart and excellence every day. 💚📚
🎥 Watch the story here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1BdArWL4Lg/
Two Buccaneers were recognized with Challenge Coins for showing kindness and true Buccaneer spirit! ⚓️
👏 Cordell went out of his way to share his extra breakfast with another student — a simple act that showed compassion and leadership.
👏 Cally noticed a friend without a spirit item and didn’t hesitate to share hers — a great example of generosity and school pride!
Way to go, Cordell and Cally! You make EC proud! 💚💛



Our Class of 2026 is cooking up something delicious to support Project Graduation — a safe, substance-free celebration for seniors on graduation night! 🎓💚
🍗 Fried Chicken Plate Fundraiser
📅 Saturday, Nov. 1 | 11 AM–2 PM
📍 Behind the stage
💵 $15 per plate (includes all the fixings!)
Only 300 tickets available — grab yours from a senior before they’re gone! 🙌

