🎉💚 Math Magic in Action! 💚🎉
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
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
⚓🍎 Teacher Talks Tuesday 🍎📚🏈
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!!!!” ⚓💛💚
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!!!!” ⚓💛💚
Perfection! 🎉 Every one of our cafeteria kitchens earned a top score of 100 on their Health Inspection. We're committed to the highest standards of food safety for your students!
🛳️ Sailing into the Week, Buccaneers! 💚💛
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! ⚓️
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! ⚓️
🎉 Shoutout to Mrs. Otte! 🎉
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/
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/
💚💛 Green & Gold Greats 💛💚
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! 💚💛
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! 💚💛
📚✏️ No School for Students ✏️📚
⚓️ Anchored in Community ⚓️
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! 🙌
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! 🙌
⚓🍎 Teacher Talks Tuesday 🍎✏️📚
This week, we’re spotlighting Mr. Lindsey, our 8th grade Early American History teacher at ECISD!📜
Even in just three years, Mr. Lindsey says the growth he’s experienced “feels like decades in the classroom.” What he loves most about ECISD? The strong sense of community — knowing his students and their families beyond the classroom. “Here, students aren’t numbers — they’re individuals with unique stories, strengths, and dreams.” 💚🌟
Mr. Lindsey’s teaching style brings history to life through a human lens — connecting past and present in meaningful ways. One of his favorite lessons? Introducing the Declaration of Independence as a “breakup letter” from the colonies to King George III! 💔📜👑
Fun fact: He visited Boston during the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party — an experience that fueled his love for American history! ☕🚢✨
We’re proud to have teachers like Mr. Lindsey who make learning come alive and inspire students to see themselves as part of the story! 💛💚
This week, we’re spotlighting Mr. Lindsey, our 8th grade Early American History teacher at ECISD!📜
Even in just three years, Mr. Lindsey says the growth he’s experienced “feels like decades in the classroom.” What he loves most about ECISD? The strong sense of community — knowing his students and their families beyond the classroom. “Here, students aren’t numbers — they’re individuals with unique stories, strengths, and dreams.” 💚🌟
Mr. Lindsey’s teaching style brings history to life through a human lens — connecting past and present in meaningful ways. One of his favorite lessons? Introducing the Declaration of Independence as a “breakup letter” from the colonies to King George III! 💔📜👑
Fun fact: He visited Boston during the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party — an experience that fueled his love for American history! ☕🚢✨
We’re proud to have teachers like Mr. Lindsey who make learning come alive and inspire students to see themselves as part of the story! 💛💚
🍴 Future Food Critics in Action! 😋
40 of our high school culinary students and elementary student council members hit the road to Lufkin for the East Texas Food Show & Tasting! They sampled new dishes, shared their opinions, and helped shape what might show up on future school menus. 🌮🍎👩🍳 #TasteTesters #ECproud
40 of our high school culinary students and elementary student council members hit the road to Lufkin for the East Texas Food Show & Tasting! They sampled new dishes, shared their opinions, and helped shape what might show up on future school menus. 🌮🍎👩🍳 #TasteTesters #ECproud
⚓💚 Sailing into the Week, Bucs! 💛🏴☠️
It’s a big week across ECISD — from National School Bus Safety Week to volleyball Senior Night and Friday night football in Kirbyville! 🚌🏐🏈
Check out this week’s Buccaneers in the Know graphic to stay on course. ⛵✨
#ECproud #GoBucs
It’s a big week across ECISD — from National School Bus Safety Week to volleyball Senior Night and Friday night football in Kirbyville! 🚌🏐🏈
Check out this week’s Buccaneers in the Know graphic to stay on course. ⛵✨
#ECproud #GoBucs
🌟 Rising Tide Honorees! 🌟
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! 💛⚓
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! 💛⚓
🏈 Big Buccaneer shoutout at today’s Homecoming Pep Rally! 🎉
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!
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!
💚💛 Green & Gold Greats! 💛💚
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
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
🏈 Headed to Coldspring this Thursday for the JV Football game?
🎟️ Grab your tickets online using the QR code!
💵 Not a tech wizard? No worries — bring cash and snag your ticket at the gate!
🎟️ Grab your tickets online using the QR code!
💵 Not a tech wizard? No worries — bring cash and snag your ticket at the gate!
The Lady Bucs pulled off a major upset last night over the Kountze Lionettes by defeating them in 3 sets. Great job, Lady Bucs!
🍎 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
At tonight’s school board meeting, Mrs. Gerlufsen and her crew of creative thinkers — Brantley Bourque, Carter Tinnel, Stella Dreaden, and Shep Vayon — wowed everyone with their Learning with Legos presentation! 🧱💡 These young engineers showed how they’re learning to design, build, and even code with Legos — turning playtime into problem-solving power!
🌍🍎 National School Lunch Week: “Taste the World—Your School Lunch Passport!” 🍎🌍
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! 🌎✨
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! 🌎✨
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October 13–19, 2025
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REMINDER!!!
Texas students: Apply to college for FREE!
October 13–19, 2025
All Texas Public Colleges and Universities
ApplyTexas.org
