Flu season is upon us and here are a few reminders to help keep our schools healthy :
🦠 Wash hands often with soap and water
🦠 Cover coughs and sneezes
🦠 Keep students home if they have a fever or flu-like symptoms
🦠Students must be fever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications before returning to school
🦠Consider talking with your child’s health care provider about the flu vaccination
🚨🤒When to keep your child home:
If your child has a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, severe cough, or feels unwell please keep them home and allow time to recover before returning to school.
💜 Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students, staff, and schools healthy throughout flu season.

CTAE programs empower students to discover their passions and turn them into purpose. 💼🛠️🌾

2/16 -2/17: Student Holidays
2/17: Professional Development Day - STAFF ONLY
#DCBOE #DCS #DecaturCountySchools #WinterBreak #StudentHoliday


This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the strength of the partnership between JCI, Decatur County Schools, our design team, and the many local subcontractors and craftsmen who brought these spaces to life. Successfully delivering two complex, high-impact projects—while keeping safety a top priority and our school community at the forefront—was truly a team effort.
We are incredibly proud of what these buildings represent for our students, educators, and the Bainbridge community. Thank you, JCI, for your partnership and for helping deliver facilities that will serve generations to come.
Online Pre-K Registration for Decatur County Schools opens February 10, 2026!
🖥️ Register online at: https://www.dcboe.com/page/enrollment
More details coming soon—be sure to mark your calendar!

#BlackHistoryMonth #DecaturCountySchools #HonoringThePast #PromisingFuture

Decatur County Schools is proud to recognize Noelani for earning 1st Place Best in Show Car at the Georgia Tech Advanced Manufacturing Pathways Tri District Race held at Southern Regional Technical College.
The competition included students from Decatur County Schools, Thomasville City Schools, and Thomas County Schools and highlighted innovation and skill in advanced manufacturing.
We are incredibly proud of Noelani for representing Bainbridge High School and Decatur County Schools with excellence!

The DuBose welcome train keeps rolling as he appeared on SOWEGA Live’s Morning Show. Decatur County Schools would like to extend a huge thank-you to the Touchdown Club and Bert Hines for organizing, and sincere appreciation to Kevin Dowdy, station host, for the warm welcome and for having him on the show. We’re grateful for the continued support and excitement from our community! GO CATS!

The Biscuits for the Best Teacher Appreciation Breakfast, proudly sponsored by SunStop Stores, made its way to Bainbridge High School to celebrate the educators and staff who show up every day for our students. A warm breakfast and a warm thank-you were served as a small way to recognize the big impact our Bearcats make.
Superintendent Dr. Boyd English, members of the Central Office team, and our generous partners from SunStop stopped by to share encouragement and appreciation—and of course, Sunny the SunStop mascot added a little extra sunshine to the morning ☀️
We’re thankful for SunStop’s continued partnership and for the outstanding BHS team that makes our school community stronger every day.
#BearcatPride #BHS #TeacherAppreciation #BiscuitsForTheBest #ThankYouSunStop #DecaturCountySchools
Tomorrow is Bearcat Pride Wednesday — wear your Bearcat gear and show your purple & gold pride!
Staff may wear jeans with a $2 donation to the Bearcat Scholarship Fund 👖💜💛

Friday, February 13th 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!
#DecaturCountySchools #SubstituteTraining #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

Warm clothing is essential on chilly mornings. A heavy jacket, hat, gloves, thick socks, and additional layers can make a big difference, especially during arrival times and outdoor transitions.
Students who ride the bus should remain indoors until shortly before pickup whenever possible. Since delays can happen, being dressed appropriately is important to limit exposure to cold temperatures.
We appreciate your help in keeping our Bearcats warm, healthy, and ready to learn throughout the winter season.
#DecaturCountySchools #Bearcats #WinterWeather #ColdMorningReady

UPDATE: 🎶 Arrive early! At 5:30 p.m., the BHS Band Drumline will kick things off with a performance to help welcome our guests and set the tone for an exciting evening! 🥁💜💛
Join us for a Meet and Greet with Jamey DuBose, the new Bearcats Head Football Coach! 🏈💜💛
Come out to the Willis Park Gazebo in Downtown Bainbridge on January 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to officially welcome Coach DuBose to the Bearcat family. This is a great opportunity for players, parents, fans, and community members to meet the coach, hear about his vision for the program, and show support for Bearcat football.
Let’s come together as a community and kick off an exciting new chapter for Bearcat football!
📍 Location: Willis Park, Downtown Bainbridge (Gazebo)
📅 Date: January 22, 2026
⏰ Drumline Performance: 5:30 p.m.
⏰ Meet & Greet: 6:00 p.m.

If you’re passionate about supporting young learners with diverse needs, collaborating in an inclusive classroom, and building strong early foundations, we want to hear from you.
👉 Apply today: https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
📞 Or call: 229-248-2200
#NowHiring #BearcatFamily #DecaturCountySchools #ExceptionalChildren #EarlyChildhoodEducation

If you’re passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs, building strong foundations, and creating an inclusive, nurturing classroom environment, we want to hear from you.
👉 Apply today: https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
📞 Or call: 229-248-2200
#NowHiring #BearcatFamily #DecaturCountySchools #ExceptionalServices #SpecialEducationTeacher


If you’re experienced in vehicle maintenance and repairs and take pride in keeping our buses and fleet safe and reliable, we want to hear from you.
👉 Apply today: https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
📞 Or call: 229-248-2200
#NowHiring #BearcatFamily #DecaturCountySchools #Mechanic #SchoolTransportation

If you’re passionate about supporting young learners, building strong foundations, and creating a nurturing classroom environment, we want to hear from you.
👉 Apply today: https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
📞 Or call: 229-248-2200
#NowHiring #BearcatFamily #DecaturCountySchools #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ECEteacher

If you’re skilled in maintenance, repairs, and keeping our schools running safely and efficiently, we want to hear from you.
👉 Apply today: https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
📞 Or call: 229-248-2200
#NowHiring #BearcatFamily #DecaturCountySchools #GeneralMaintenance #HVACTech

