JWP 1st and 2nd grade QUEST students showcased their hard work today by presenting their Genius Hour projects which featured biomes, robot design, fashion, infant innovations, and more!










DEADLINE TOMORROW - Friday, November 14.
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong

DEADLINE TOMORROW - Friday, November 14.
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong

DEADLINE TOMORROW - Friday, November 14.
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong

WBP 1st and 2nd grade QUEST students presented their first semester Genius Hour projects today! Topics included chemistry, fashion, the Everglades, big cats, and game design.






Our DCBOE Central Office Food Drive donations are looking great. Thank you to everyone who has already contributed!
There’s still time to help make a difference. Please bring in your non-perishable food items by Friday, November 14.
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong
There’s still time to help make a difference. Please bring in your non-perishable food items by Friday, November 14.
Let’s finish strong, Bearcats! 💜💛
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong

📚✨ Meet our Rising Star — Samantha Palmer!
We’re proud to celebrate Samantha Palmer, Media Specialist & Instructional Technology Coach at Hutto Elementary School, who has been recognized as a 2025 GaETC Rising Star! 🌟
In her recent podcast interview, Samantha shares how she’s transforming the media center into a vibrant hub of learning — blending literacy, technology, and student choice to spark curiosity and creativity among students.
🎙️ Samantha also recently presented at the Georgia Educational Technology Conference (GaETC), showcasing her innovative approach to integrating technology and literacy in the classroom. Her passion for student engagement and instructional excellence is a shining example of the talent and dedication she brings to our system.
🎧 Listen to her inspiring story here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gaetc25-rising-star-samantha-palmer--68229669
Samantha’s recognition and leadership highlight what it means to live The Bearcat Way -- Way to Go Mrs. Palmer! 💜💛
#BearcatWay #BearcatPride #DCBOE #GaETC25 #RisingStar #EducationInnovation #MediaSpecialist #HuttoElementary
We’re proud to celebrate Samantha Palmer, Media Specialist & Instructional Technology Coach at Hutto Elementary School, who has been recognized as a 2025 GaETC Rising Star! 🌟
In her recent podcast interview, Samantha shares how she’s transforming the media center into a vibrant hub of learning — blending literacy, technology, and student choice to spark curiosity and creativity among students.
🎙️ Samantha also recently presented at the Georgia Educational Technology Conference (GaETC), showcasing her innovative approach to integrating technology and literacy in the classroom. Her passion for student engagement and instructional excellence is a shining example of the talent and dedication she brings to our system.
🎧 Listen to her inspiring story here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gaetc25-rising-star-samantha-palmer--68229669
Samantha’s recognition and leadership highlight what it means to live The Bearcat Way -- Way to Go Mrs. Palmer! 💜💛
#BearcatWay #BearcatPride #DCBOE #GaETC25 #RisingStar #EducationInnovation #MediaSpecialist #HuttoElementary




4th Grade QUEST students are putting on the finishing touches and practicing for DPA this Saturday at Hutto Elementary. We are so proud of their hard work and can’t wait to cheer them on this weekend!









Jones Wheat Primary Kindergarten Veterans Day Program
Last Friday, our kindergarten students at Jones Wheat Primary School proudly honored the brave men and women who have served our country during their Veterans Day program. From heartfelt songs to hand-crafted tributes, our youngest learners showed their appreciation for our nation’s heroes.
Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating and to our veterans for your service and sacrifice! ❤️💙
Last Friday, our kindergarten students at Jones Wheat Primary School proudly honored the brave men and women who have served our country during their Veterans Day program. From heartfelt songs to hand-crafted tributes, our youngest learners showed their appreciation for our nation’s heroes.
Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating and to our veterans for your service and sacrifice! ❤️💙

Please enjoy the Hutto Elementary School Show Choir Veterans Day Program held at the Bainbridge High School Performing Arts Center.
🎥 This special performance was filmed by the very talented, student-run Bearcat Broadcasting team at BHS. We’re so proud of these students for capturing such a meaningful event! ❤️💙
📺 Watch here: https://youtu.be/Iuu8I--E3dU?si=XN_xqnIZ0NE16lGO
🎥 This special performance was filmed by the very talented, student-run Bearcat Broadcasting team at BHS. We’re so proud of these students for capturing such a meaningful event! ❤️💙
📺 Watch here: https://youtu.be/Iuu8I--E3dU?si=XN_xqnIZ0NE16lGO
Today, we pause to honor and thank all who have served our nation with courage, sacrifice, and dedication. Your service and commitment protect the freedoms we cherish every day.
Thank you, Veterans. ❤️💙
Thank you, Veterans. ❤️💙

A Sweet Time at the National Peanut Festival! 🥜
Last week, our exceptional education students from across Decatur County Schools loaded up on the big yellow buses and headed to Dothan for Special Citizens Day at the National Peanut Festival! 🎡🎠
Students spent the day enjoying rides, snacks, and smiles all around as they celebrated this special tradition together. 🌟
A big thank you to our amazing staff and bus drivers for making this memorable experience possible. What a wonderful day of fun and friendship! 💛💜
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #SpecialCitizensDay #NationalPeanutFestival
Last week, our exceptional education students from across Decatur County Schools loaded up on the big yellow buses and headed to Dothan for Special Citizens Day at the National Peanut Festival! 🎡🎠
Students spent the day enjoying rides, snacks, and smiles all around as they celebrated this special tradition together. 🌟
A big thank you to our amazing staff and bus drivers for making this memorable experience possible. What a wonderful day of fun and friendship! 💛💜
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #SpecialCitizensDay #NationalPeanutFestival



🐾 Bearcats CAN and WILL End Hunger! 🐾
Dr. Gardner is giving — so you can too! 💜
Every can, every bag, and every box makes a difference for local families in need this holiday season. 🥫💛
Our community food drive is underway — November 3–14!
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong
Dr. Gardner is giving — so you can too! 💜
Every can, every bag, and every box makes a difference for local families in need this holiday season. 🥫💛
Our community food drive is underway — November 3–14!
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!
Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings
Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong

The Bainbridge High School Concert Band, under the direction of Will Parker, invites you to an evening of powerful and patriotic music in honor of Veterans Day.
📅 Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Bainbridge High School Performing Arts Center
Let’s come together to celebrate our country and honor the brave men and women who have served.
🎺✨ Admission is free and open to the public!
#BainbridgeHigh #Bearcats #AmericanSalute #VeteransDay #CommunityEvent
📅 Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Bainbridge High School Performing Arts Center
Let’s come together to celebrate our country and honor the brave men and women who have served.
🎺✨ Admission is free and open to the public!
#BainbridgeHigh #Bearcats #AmericanSalute #VeteransDay #CommunityEvent

Decatur County Schools extends our deepest condolences to the family of Dr. Eric McFee and to the entire Grady County School System during this time of profound loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Biscuits for the Best at Bainbridge Middle School 🥰
Each month, Decatur County Schools and our friends at SunStop celebrate the incredible educators and staff who make our schools shine through Biscuits for the Best because when you’ve got the best, they deserve the biscuits! 💛
This month’s celebration was held at Bainbridge Middle School, where staff were treated to a warm breakfast and plenty of appreciation. Superintendent Dr. Boyd English, directors from the Central Office, and our friends from SunStop joined in to welcome teachers and ensure they had a sunny day! ☀️ Even Sunny, the SunStop mascot, stopped by to brighten everyone’s morning! 🌞
We’re so thankful for SunStop’s partnership in helping us recognize the amazing BMS team!
#BearcatPride #BMS #CommunityPartners #ThankYouSunStop #DecaturCountySchools
Each month, Decatur County Schools and our friends at SunStop celebrate the incredible educators and staff who make our schools shine through Biscuits for the Best because when you’ve got the best, they deserve the biscuits! 💛
This month’s celebration was held at Bainbridge Middle School, where staff were treated to a warm breakfast and plenty of appreciation. Superintendent Dr. Boyd English, directors from the Central Office, and our friends from SunStop joined in to welcome teachers and ensure they had a sunny day! ☀️ Even Sunny, the SunStop mascot, stopped by to brighten everyone’s morning! 🌞
We’re so thankful for SunStop’s partnership in helping us recognize the amazing BMS team!
#BearcatPride #BMS #CommunityPartners #ThankYouSunStop #DecaturCountySchools
📘✨ Happy National School Psychologist Week!
We appreciate our amazing Decatur County School Psychologist for the dedication, care, and support given to our students each day. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our Bearcats! 💛💜
#DecaturCountySchools #ThankYou #SchoolPsychologistWeek
We appreciate our amazing Decatur County School Psychologist for the dedication, care, and support given to our students each day. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our Bearcats! 💛💜
#DecaturCountySchools #ThankYou #SchoolPsychologistWeek

Thank you, Decatur County voters, for renewing ESPLOST and supporting our students, The Bearcat Way!
#ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
#ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

Day 3 of Camp Jekyll for Elementary QUEST Students: Ornithology and herpetology classes for 3rd graders and shark dissection and dock study for 4th and 5th graders.










Decatur County Schools is proud of Bainbridge High School Senior Gambler Dollar, named WCTV’s Scholar Athlete of the Week! 🐾
His dedication in the classroom and on the field reflects the excellence of Decatur County Schools.
📺 Tune in to WCTV tomorrow at 6 PM to catch his interview!
Way to go, Gambler! 💜💛
#BearcatPride #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

