Second agricultural science center named for E.C. Brock

E.C. Brock

Northwest ISD will name its second agricultural science center after longtime district educator E.C. Brock, who was widely known for his support of agricultural programs and activities across the region.

During his 25-year tenure as a teacher in Northwest ISD, students knew Mr. Brock best for his agricultural programs. He also taught special education and was active in the North Texas High School Rodeo Association for more than 40 years, supporting hundreds of young rodeo students, many of whom went on to successful careers in the field.

Mr. Brock earned numerous accolades for his leadership and support of FFA programs and the longtime sponsor of the Northwest High School Rodeo Club, though those submitting his name for naming consideration noted his deep care for all students.

“E.C. Brock has tremendously impacted my life,” wrote a Northwest High School graduate who nominated Mr. Brock’s for consideration. “He never turned his back on a kid who needed a helping hand, and he was idolized by many. To this day, his lessons on life and how to live have left a longstanding impact on those who were fortunate enough to cross paths with him.”

Mr. Brock attended and graduated from Northwest ISD schools before returning to teach in the district. His four children also graduated from Northwest ISD.

The E.C. Brock Agricultural Science Center will open in August 2027 and reside next to Davis High School to serve that campus as well as Eaton High School. The existing Kelly Box Agricultural Science Center will serve Byron Nelson and Northwest high schools. Additional information about the school will be provided to FFA students and other users of the facility in the year preceding its opening.

While Northwest ISD initially planned to build the agricultural science center near Worthington Middle School, a cost analysis of potential sites determined building the facility near Davis High School will save taxpayer funding.