Decatur County Schools

Please help us welcome Ms.Nunnery to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Colquitt, Georgia, Ms.Nunnery enjoys photography, fishing, shopping, and spending quality time with her family. She loves the welcoming atmosphere of Decatur County and appreciates how everyone has made her feel right at home. A fun fact about Ms.Nunnery is that she has a doodle named Doc! We're excited to have her as part of our team and look forward to the positive impact she'll make this school year!

22 days ago, Decatur County Schools

📣 The Bowen Baptist Association invites the community to an All-School Prayer Walk! 🙏
📅 Saturday, August 1st | ⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 Meet at the front of any Decatur County school
Come together to pray for our students, teachers, and staff as they begin a new school year. This event is organized by the Bowen Baptist Association. All are welcome to participate! 💜
#TheBearcatWay #PrayerWalk #CommunitySupport

22 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Purple and gold flyer promoting the All School Prayer Walk on Saturday, August 1 at 8:30 a.m. at all Decatur County schools.

Please help us welcome Mr.Kimble to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Iron City, Georgia, Mr.Kimble enjoys coaching football, watching football, and spending time with his family. He appreciates the family culture and strong community engagement that make Decatur County special. A fun fact about Mr.Kimble is that he is just one dissertation away from becoming Dr.Kimble! We're excited to have him join our team and look forward to the knowledge, dedication, and passion he'll bring this school year!

23 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Get a head start on back-to-school preparations by checking out the 2026–2027 School Supply Lists online. Visit DCBOE.com and look under the Documents section, or use the link below:

📚✏️ 2026–2027 School Supply Lists:
https://www.dcboe.com/documents/2026--2027-school-supply-lists/28313695

💜📅 Important Dates 💛
🏫 Open House — July 30, 2026
🔔 First Day of School — August 3, 2026

We’re looking forward to welcoming our Bearcats back for another great school year! 💜🐾💛

23 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Purple and gold graphic announcing that school supply lists are now available online at DCBOE.com under the Documents section.

Sweet’s Barbershop is hosting a Back to School Free Haircut Event for area youth! 📍 Location: Sweet's Barbershop 📅 Dates: Thursday, July 30 & Friday, July 31 ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM ✂️ Details: Open to boys of all ages. First come, first served—no appointments needed! Thank you to Sweet’s Barbershop for supporting local families as students prepare for the upcoming school year.

23 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Promotional graphic for Sweet's Barbershop Back to School Free Haircut Event on July 30 and 31, from 8 AM to 6 PM. First come, first serve for boys of all ages.

📚✏️ Decatur County Schools Open House! 🍎

Parents and families, join us for our County-Wide Open House on Thursday, July 30th, from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM at your child’s school!

Meet our staff, visit classrooms, and get ready for another great school year. We can’t wait to welcome our Bearcat families back! 💜💛

#TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #OpenHouse #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

23 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Decatur County Schools Open House on Thursday, July 30, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Parents are invited to visit their child’s school, meet staff, and learn more about the school community.

Please help us welcome Ms.Langdon to the Bearcat Family! A Bainbridge native, Ms.Langdon is excited to teach close to home and be near family. In her free time, she enjoys creating art and singing. A fun fact about Ms.Langdon is that she has two cats, Yammy and Cassie, and recently married her husband, Micah. We're excited to have her on our team and can't wait to see the positive impact she'll make this school year!

23 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Please help us welcome Mr.Wicker to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Phenix City, Alabama, Mr.Wicker enjoys watching sports and is excited to be part of the Bearcat family. His favorite thing about the district is football season and the excitement it brings to the community. A fun fact about Mr.Wicker is that he has an impressive collection of 130 pairs of sneakers! We're excited to have him on our team and look forward to the energy and passion he'll bring this school year!

23 days ago, Chloe Meredith

Please help us welcome Ms.Wicker to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Phenix City, Alabama, Ms.Wicker enjoys reading and spending time spoiling her new grandson. She is excited to become part of the Bearcat family and is looking forward to cheering on the Bearcats at football games. A fun fact about Ms.Wicker is that she calls her students “Wickerdoodles,” a nickname that started over 20 years ago thanks to a P.E. coach. We're excited to have her on our team and can't wait to see the joy she'll bring to her classroom this year!

23 days ago, Decatur County Schools

🚨 Substitute Training🚨
Friday, July 31st at 9:00 AM at the Decatur County BOE
📍 1417 Dothan Rd, Bainbridge, GA
✅ Don’t miss this important session if you plan to substitute this school year!

#DecaturCountySchools #SubstituteTraining #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

23 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Substitute training on Friday, July 31 at 9:00 a.m. at the Decatur County Board of Education, 1417 Dothan Road, Bainbridge.

🚌 Bus route information is now available!

For questions or assistance regarding your child’s bus route, please contact the Decatur County Schools Transportation Department at 229-248-2204.

#TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #BusRouteInformation

24 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Graphic announcing that bus route information is now available. For questions, call 229-248-2204.

24 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Welcome back, Decatur County Schools teachers! 💜💛

As we begin a new school year, let’s continue to lead with purpose, learn with intent, and lift every learner. Your dedication, passion, and commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.

Here’s to a year filled with growth, achievement, and Bearcat pride. We’re so glad you’re back! 🐾

#WelcomeBackTeachers #TheBearcatWay #LeadLearnLift #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

26 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Welcome back teachers graphic featuring a Bearcat and the message: “Lead with purpose, learn with intent, and lift every learner.

Please help us welcome Mr.Hartman to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Witt, Illinois, Mr.Hartman enjoys riding motorcycles and is excited to join a district where everyone has been so friendly and welcoming. A fun fact about Mr.Hartman is that after retiring from the Air Force, Mr.Hartman and his family spent two months traveling across the western half of the United States—a memorable adventure! We're thrilled to have him on our team and look forward to the experience and leadership he'll bring this school year!

26 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Please help us welcome Ms.Willis to the Bearcat Family! A Bainbridge native, Ms.Willis is excited to return home and serve the community that raised and supported her. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach and spending time with friends and family. A fun fact about Ms.Willis is that she has a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Eve. We're thrilled to welcome her back home and can't wait to see the impact she'll make this school year!

27 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Please help us welcome Ms.Wattenbarger to the Bearcat Family! Joining our School Nutrition team, Ms.Wattenbarger is originally from Palm Beach County and enjoys boating, camping, fishing, and spending time outdoors. Her favorite thing about Decatur County is its family-oriented atmosphere. We're excited to have Ms.Wattenbarger on our team and look forward to the positive impact she'll make this school year!

27 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Please help us welcome Ms.Maples to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Douglas, Georgia, Ms.Maples enjoys spending time on the river wake-surfing and wakeboarding, relaxing at the beach, and making memories with friends and family. She loves the friendly, welcoming atmosphere of Decatur County Schools and looks forward to growing both personally and professionally while making a difference. A fun fact about Ms.Maples is that she danced competitively for 13 years. We're excited to have her on our team and look forward to the difference she'll make this school year!

28 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Please help us welcome Ms.Shingler to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Iron City, Georgia, Ms.Shingler enjoys being a boy mom, listening to psychological thriller audiobooks, cheering on the Braves and Dawgs, and traveling with her family. Her favorite thing about Decatur County is the welcoming atmosphere, no matter how long you've been away. A fun fact about Ms.Shingler is that she has an identical twin. We're excited to have her as part of the team and can't wait to see the positive impact she'll make this school year!

28 days ago, Decatur County Schools

Please help us welcome Mr.Toomer to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Sylvester, Georgia, Mr. Toomer enjoys spending time with his family, faith, fishing, football, and farming. A fun fact about him is that he was born in the 1980s. We're excited to have him join our team and look forward to the positive impact he'll make this school year!

28 days ago, Chloe Meredith

💜🐾 Welcoming Our New Teachers the Bearcat Way! 🐾💛

DCBOE directors welcomed our new teachers with a tour of facilities across the district. Along the way, they experienced firsthand the innovative initiatives, advanced technology, and engaging learning opportunities that are preparing our students for the future.

The tour also highlighted what truly makes Decatur County Schools special: our people. Nothing connects you quite like sitting on a bus, sharing stories, and making a new friend!

We are excited to welcome these talented educators to our innovative and supportive Bearcat family. Welcome to Decatur County Schools! 💜💛

#TheBearcatWay #BearcatFamily #WelcomeNewTeachers #InnovationInEducation #DecaturCountySchools

29 days ago, Decatur County Schools

New teachers gather beside a school bus for a district tour.

IMG_0983.JPG: New teachers explore virtual reality technology at the Bearcat Media Hub.

IMG_0999.JPG: Educators experience interactive floor technology inside the Hutto Media Hub.

IMG_1005.JPG: A new teacher operates robots during a hands-on technology demonstration.

IMG_1013.JPG: A DCBOE director speaks to new teachers aboard a school bus.

IMG_1056.JPG: New teachers tour an innovative school learning space.

IMG_1064.JPG: Educators watch a robotic dog demonstration in a technology lab.

IMG_1080.JPG: New teachers use digital styluses during an interactive technology activity.

IMG_1092.JPG: A student guide welcomes a tour group to a healthcare learning lab.