🧼 2 Days to Go: Start the Clean-Out Get ready—papers, projects, and who-knows-what are about to come pouring out of those backpacks! Start small today: empty a lunchbox, check the coat rack, or sort through a folder. Every little bit helps before the big send-off! #BearcatCountdown #2DaysToSummer #SchoolCleanOut #EndOfYearPrep #DecaturCountySchools #ParentTips

🎓✨ Bearcat Pride was on full display Tuesday evening at the Bainbridge High School Performing Arts Center as Bainbridge High School celebrated the Class of 2025 during the annual Scholarship and Awards Program! Families, faculty, and community members gathered to honor the achievements of our seniors and recognize the dedication, excellence, and resilience that define “The Bearcat Way.” 🐾 We are so proud of each student recognized and thankful for the continued support from our incredible Bearcat community. 💜💛 To see the Full Album, Follow the Decatur County Schools Facebook Page: Facebook.com/dcboe #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #TheBearcatWay #BearcatStrong #BainbridgeHigh #BHS2025 #ScholarshipAndAwards #BearcatPride

BHS Class of 2025 Honored at Baccalaureate Ceremony The Bainbridge High School Class of 2025 gathered with family, friends, and staff for a special night of reflection and celebration at their Baccalaureate ceremony. Principal Christopher Bryant opened the evening, welcoming everyone and sharing how proud he was of this year’s seniors. The BHS Band set the tone with a beautiful prelude and processional, followed by an opening prayer from Jerilyn Effland. Senior Kylie Miller gave a warm welcome, and the Senior Instrumental Ensemble performed a powerful version of It Is Well With My Soul by Horatio Spafford. Gurpreet Kaur offered a touching dedication, and Devi Patel shared a few important announcements. Daniel Guzman delivered a thoughtful reading before Yahir Ortiz introduced the guest speaker, Dr. Christine Pugh. Dr. Pugh encouraged the graduates to move forward with confidence and stay true to their values. Graham Beckham closed out the evening, thanking everyone for their support and leaving his classmates with a final word of encouragement as they get ready for what’s next. It was a heartfelt and memorable evening for the BHS Class of 2025. See the Full Album on Decatur County School's Facebook Page: Facebook.com/dcboe #Classof2025 #TheBearcatWay #BainbridgeHighSchool #Graduation2025 #Baccalaureate

🎒 3 Days to Go: Keep an Eye Out Field day? Class celebration? Dress-up day? These last few days are packed with fun—but they come with details! Take a moment to double-check backpacks, emails, and notes from teachers. A quick glance today can save a scramble tomorrow! #BearcatCountdown #3DaysToSummer #ParentReminders #DecaturCountySchools #LastWeekOfSchool #EndOfYearPrep

📢 Early Release – Wednesday, May 21, 2025 📢 The Decatur County Board of Education would like to remind families that Wednesday, May 21 will be an early release day for all students. Dismissal times for car riders are as follows: 🚗 Bainbridge High & West Bainbridge Primary – 11:45 AM 🚗 Hutto Elementary & Jones Wheat Primary – 11:50 AM 🚗 Bainbridge Middle School – 12:00 PM 🚌 Bus routes will begin approximately 10–15 minutes after car rider dismissal at each school. Please plan accordingly and thank you for your continued support! #DecaturCountySchools #EarlyRelease #BearcatFamily

💌 4 Days to Go: Spread a Little Thanks It takes a village—and ours is full of incredible people. Take a moment today to share a kind word, send a quick email, or write a thank-you note to a teacher, bus driver, or school staff member. A small gesture can mean the world as we wrap up the year together. #BearcatCountdown #4DaysToSummer #GratitudeMatters #ThankATeacher #DecaturCountySchools #EndOfYearAppreciation

🌾FFA Banquet 2025 🌾 The FFA Banquet on Monday was a celebration of hard work, Leadership, and Agricultural Excellence! From recognizing student achievements to honoring dedicated advisors and supporters, it was a night full of Bearcat pride and future promise. Congratulations to all award recipients and graduating seniors. The future of agriculture is in great hands! To see the full album, visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dcboe

📸 5 Days to Go: Capture the Moment Snap a photo at drop-off or pick-up today—these “lasts” come and go quicker than we realize. A silly smile, a high-five, or a quiet wave could become a favorite memory. Don’t miss the moment! #BearcatCountdown #5DaysToSummer #EndOfSchoolYear #ParentMoments #DecaturCountySchools #CaptureTheMoment

🎒 6 Days to Go: Check the Backpack The end of the year brings surprises—notes, books, reminders, or little treasures from the classroom. Take a moment today to peek inside your child’s backpack. You never know what you’ll find! #BearcatCountdown #6DaysToSummer #EndOfSchoolYear #ParentReminders #DecaturCountySchools #BackpackCheck

☀️ 7 Days til Summer: A Countdown Just for Parents 📅 The Final Stretch Begins Here we go! The last seven days are full of activity, emotion, and excitement. Take a moment to check your calendar—it’s about to get busy! Don’t forget to download the Decatur County Schools App and visit the Events section to stay up to date. You won’t want to miss a thing! #BearcatCountdown #7DaysTilSummer #DecaturCountySchools #StayConnected #FinalStretch #SchoolApp #EndOfSchoolYear

🎓 Calling All Rising Freshmen! Get a head start on your high school journey with Bearcat Basics 2025–2026 at Bainbridge High School! 🐾 Join one of our July sessions to learn everything you need to succeed—from navigating the halls to graduation planning, clubs, and meeting the BHS team. ✅ Sign up now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmfAho3m7t6n2CZoyiFFilT2J4g3prQ0PIk51kUeDBy2ImHA/viewform Let’s start strong, the Bearcat Way! #BearcatBasics #BainbridgeHigh #FutureBearcats #ClassOf2029 #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

🩺Happy School Nurse Day! 🩺 Today, we proudly recognize the incredible nurses across Decatur County Schools who go above and beyond to care for our students and staff every single day. From scrapes and sniffles to chronic conditions and mental health support, our school nurses are true heroes—keeping our schools healthy, safe, and strong. Thank you for your compassion, your calm in every crisis, and the difference you make in the lives of so many Bearcats. Today, we celebrate YOU! 👏🐾 #SchoolNurseDay #BearcatStrong #ThankYouNurses #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This week—and every week—we celebrate the incredible educators who shape the future. Because of teachers… We have doctors, artists, engineers, firefighters, and every profession in between. Teachers don’t just teach—they inspire, guide, and lay the foundation for all other careers. Let’s take a moment to thank the teachers who made a difference in our lives! #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek #FutureStartsWithTeachers #BearcatTeachers

📣 Big night coming up for our rising 3rd grade families! Hutto Elementary School invites all current 2nd grade students and their families to 3rd Grade Transition Night on May 6, 2025 at 5:30 PM. 🎒 Meet the amazing staff 🏫 Tour the school ✨ Learn what makes HES so special 📘 Get helpful tips to prepare for 3rd grade We’re proud of the strong start Hutto Elementary gives our students — and we can’t wait to welcome a new class of learners! 🐯💛 #BearcatTradition #HuttoElementary #TransitionNight #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

📢 Stay Informed with the Student-Written Bearcat Chronicle! Get the latest stories, updates, and student perspectives straight from Bainbridge High School. Don't miss out on the incredible work our Bearcat journalists are doing. Great job, Bainbridge High School Bearcats! 📖 Read the latest issue here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MOTcigu7azvs8TPT1qbCM8kVsRsJtIhz/view?usp=sharing

🍎✨ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! ✨🍎 Our cafeteria staff are real-life superheroes, serving up more than just meals. With every tray, they deliver kindness, care, and a commitment to student success. 💪🍎 From early mornings to cheerful lunch lines, their impact reaches far beyond the kitchen. Today, we honor and thank these incredible heroes for nourishing both bodies and hearts across our schools. 💛 #SchoolLunchHeroDay #LunchHeroes #ThBearcatWay #ThankYou

🎉 Happy National Principal Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today we celebrate the heart of our schools, our incredible principals! Your leadership, dedication, and tireless support create an environment where both students and staff thrive. You wear many hats: mentor, advocate, cheerleader, problem-solver, and you do it all with grace and commitment. A special shoutout to our amazing principals: ⭐ Kaycee Wade ⭐ Christopher Bryant ⭐ Ortega Ross ⭐ David Kirkland ⭐ Stephanie Green ⭐ Quinton Fuller Thank you for inspiring excellence, fostering a love of learning, and leading with compassion every single day. We are better because of you! 👏 Join us in giving a huge THANK YOU to our outstanding principals! 👏 #PrincipalAppreciationDay #ThankYouPrincipal #BearcatFamily

🚨 Attention Parents & Guardians! 🚨 📅 Mark your calendars! PROGRESS REPORTS will be sent home on Tuesday, April 29th Stay informed about your student’s progress and celebrate their hard work! 📝✨ #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #StayInformed #DCBOE #ReportCards #DecaturCountySchools

Good Afternoon. Out of an abundance of caution, BHS and BMS implemented a level one lockdown (soft lockdown) in response to reports of shots being fired behind our schools on adjacent property—NOT ON SCHOOL CAMPUSES. Our law enforcement officers were dispatched and have secured the area. EVERYONE IS SAFE. We appreciate the response from our administration and law enforcement officers. THERE IS NO LINGERING THREAT AND THE LOCKDOWN HAS BEEN LIFTED.