Decatur County Schools will be closed from 10/8/25 - 10/10/25 for Fall Break.
#FallBreak #Holiday #DCBOE #TheBearcatWay
#FallBreak #Holiday #DCBOE #TheBearcatWay
🎓✨ Congratulations, Bearcats! ✨🎓
Bainbridge High School has achieved an outstanding 95.4% graduation rate—that’s 7% higher than the state average! 💜💛
This milestone reflects the hard work and perseverance of the Class of 2025 and the dedication of every PK–12 educator and staff member who has supported these students along the way.
Together, we’re proving what commitment to excellence can accomplish! 💪🐾
#TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Bainbridge High School has achieved an outstanding 95.4% graduation rate—that’s 7% higher than the state average! 💜💛
This milestone reflects the hard work and perseverance of the Class of 2025 and the dedication of every PK–12 educator and staff member who has supported these students along the way.
Together, we’re proving what commitment to excellence can accomplish! 💪🐾
#TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
🍂 Decatur County Curriculum Leaders enjoyed connecting and learning at the FALL GACIS Conference in Athens, GA!
We were inspired by Dr. Jim Knight, who shared how instructional coaching can be one of the most powerful drivers of teacher growth and student success. 💡📈
We also gained insights from Dr. John Almarode on the science of struggle—reminding us that those challenging moments in learning are often where the magic truly happens. ✨📚
We were inspired by Dr. Jim Knight, who shared how instructional coaching can be one of the most powerful drivers of teacher growth and student success. 💡📈
We also gained insights from Dr. John Almarode on the science of struggle—reminding us that those challenging moments in learning are often where the magic truly happens. ✨📚
Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
🎉 Congratulations to Deanna Cross for being selected to present at the GACIS Conference in Athens, GA! 🎉
She proudly shared her expertise on implementing the Wilson Reading System® and highlighted her impactful role as a Special Education Instructional Coach, supporting teachers and students across our district. We are so proud of her dedication and leadership! 💜💛
She proudly shared her expertise on implementing the Wilson Reading System® and highlighted her impactful role as a Special Education Instructional Coach, supporting teachers and students across our district. We are so proud of her dedication and leadership! 💜💛
Last Saturday, Bainbridge High School Baseball Coach Ryan Riles and the BHS baseball players hosted the Fall Future Bearcat Baseball Camp!
With more than 70 young athletes registered, the camp was filled with energy, teamwork, and excitement for the game. Coach Riles knows that the youth of today are the Bearcats of tomorrow, and his hands-on involvement ensures these players are not only learning the fundamentals of baseball but also building confidence, teamwork, and Bearcat pride from the very beginning.
Thanks to the dedication of Coach Riles and the BHS baseball team, these future Bearcats walked away inspired and better prepared for the seasons ahead. We are so grateful for the opportunity to help shape the future of baseball in Bainbridge.
#BainbridgeHighSchool #FutureBearcats #BHSBaseball #GoBearcats #PromisingFuture
With more than 70 young athletes registered, the camp was filled with energy, teamwork, and excitement for the game. Coach Riles knows that the youth of today are the Bearcats of tomorrow, and his hands-on involvement ensures these players are not only learning the fundamentals of baseball but also building confidence, teamwork, and Bearcat pride from the very beginning.
Thanks to the dedication of Coach Riles and the BHS baseball team, these future Bearcats walked away inspired and better prepared for the seasons ahead. We are so grateful for the opportunity to help shape the future of baseball in Bainbridge.
#BainbridgeHighSchool #FutureBearcats #BHSBaseball #GoBearcats #PromisingFuture
Jose's Final Round
Saying goodbye is never easy, but sometimes it’s even harder when a student has left such a powerful impact on an entire school.
Recently, Bainbridge High School came together to celebrate Jose’s “Final Round.” Jose, an exceptional education student at BHS, has officially aged out of the school system, and there was no way the Bearcat family was going to let him leave without a celebration worthy of his spirit.
The party theme? WWE, of course, with John Cena front and center, Jose’s all-time favorite. From the decorations to the energy, everything shouted “main event.” His family, friends, and classmates gathered to cheer him on, creating memories that will last far beyond the halls of BHS.
The Early Childhood Education students added their own special touch by guiding a fun activity where guests designed and colored championship belts, because every champion deserves their own.
This day was more than a party. It was a reminder of what makes our school system special: the love, care, and dedication that follow students from their very first day until their very last.
Jose, you are already missed. And even though, in John Cena’s words, “you can’t see me” in the halls of Bainbridge High School anymore, you will always see us around.
Saying goodbye is never easy, but sometimes it’s even harder when a student has left such a powerful impact on an entire school.
Recently, Bainbridge High School came together to celebrate Jose’s “Final Round.” Jose, an exceptional education student at BHS, has officially aged out of the school system, and there was no way the Bearcat family was going to let him leave without a celebration worthy of his spirit.
The party theme? WWE, of course, with John Cena front and center, Jose’s all-time favorite. From the decorations to the energy, everything shouted “main event.” His family, friends, and classmates gathered to cheer him on, creating memories that will last far beyond the halls of BHS.
The Early Childhood Education students added their own special touch by guiding a fun activity where guests designed and colored championship belts, because every champion deserves their own.
This day was more than a party. It was a reminder of what makes our school system special: the love, care, and dedication that follow students from their very first day until their very last.
Jose, you are already missed. And even though, in John Cena’s words, “you can’t see me” in the halls of Bainbridge High School anymore, you will always see us around.
Safety Awareness Month Message:
September is recognized across the state of Georgia as Safety Awareness Month. During this time, we are conducting intruder, lockdown and other safety drills on our school campuses. In Decatur County Schools, we take this opportunity to educate and equip our students to respond quickly and safely to any and all emergency situations. Safety is and will always be our number one priority in Decatur County Schools.
🔥🙌 A big thank you to First National Bank for teaming up with Decatur County Schools to cook up something special for our educators!
With your support, our teachers and staff will enjoy a delicious way to feel celebrated and appreciated. 🍔👩🏫
#BearcatWay #CommunityStrong #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #GrillingForTheGreatest #FirstNationalBank
With your support, our teachers and staff will enjoy a delicious way to feel celebrated and appreciated. 🍔👩🏫
#BearcatWay #CommunityStrong #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #GrillingForTheGreatest #FirstNationalBank
🚒 Building Futures with Bainbridge Public Safety 🔥
Bainbridge Public Safety (BPS) recently visited Bainbridge High School to support Leroy Akins’ Criminal Justice class. BPS brought two fire trucks for students to explore and shared lessons on fire safety, the classes of fires, and the types of fire extinguishers — perfectly aligning with what students have been learning in class.
This visit gave students a real-world connection to their studies and highlighted the importance of careers in public safety. We appreciate BPS for partnering with us to provide these hands-on opportunities that prepare students for future careers and help keep jobs here in our community. That’s The Bearcat Way! 🐾
#BainbridgePublicSafety #CriminalJusticePathway #CareerPathways #HandsOnLearning #FireSafetyEducation #BainbridgeHighSchool #BuildingFutures #CTAE #StudentOpportunities #CommunityPartnership #PublicSafetyCareers #KeepJobsLocal #TheBearcatWAY
Bainbridge Public Safety (BPS) recently visited Bainbridge High School to support Leroy Akins’ Criminal Justice class. BPS brought two fire trucks for students to explore and shared lessons on fire safety, the classes of fires, and the types of fire extinguishers — perfectly aligning with what students have been learning in class.
This visit gave students a real-world connection to their studies and highlighted the importance of careers in public safety. We appreciate BPS for partnering with us to provide these hands-on opportunities that prepare students for future careers and help keep jobs here in our community. That’s The Bearcat Way! 🐾
#BainbridgePublicSafety #CriminalJusticePathway #CareerPathways #HandsOnLearning #FireSafetyEducation #BainbridgeHighSchool #BuildingFutures #CTAE #StudentOpportunities #CommunityPartnership #PublicSafetyCareers #KeepJobsLocal #TheBearcatWAY
🎉 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month – The Bearcat Way! 🎉
Join us as we honor the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. 🌎✨ This month, we celebrate the traditions, stories, and voices that shape our schools and inspire our students every day.
💜 Proud Tradition. Promising Future. 💜
#HispanicHeritageMonth #BearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Join us as we honor the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. 🌎✨ This month, we celebrate the traditions, stories, and voices that shape our schools and inspire our students every day.
💜 Proud Tradition. Promising Future. 💜
#HispanicHeritageMonth #BearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
📊💜 Join the Bearcat Family!
Do you enjoy working with numbers and keeping things organized?
Want to play an important role in supporting our schools every day?
Become a Clerical / Data Bookkeeper — where accuracy meets impact, and your work helps our schools run smoothly! 🌟
Go Online and Apply today:
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
or Give Us a Call: 229-248-2200
#DecaturCountySchools #ClericalJobs #DataBookkeeper #JoinOurTeam #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Do you enjoy working with numbers and keeping things organized?
Want to play an important role in supporting our schools every day?
Become a Clerical / Data Bookkeeper — where accuracy meets impact, and your work helps our schools run smoothly! 🌟
Go Online and Apply today:
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
or Give Us a Call: 229-248-2200
#DecaturCountySchools #ClericalJobs #DataBookkeeper #JoinOurTeam #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
The Georgia Educational Technology Conference (GAETC) annually recognizes educators who exemplify outstanding innovation, leadership, and impact in integrating technology into teaching and learning through the prestigious Rising Star Educator Award. Candidates are nominated by their peers and required to submit compelling evidence along with a video showcasing their contributions, achievements, and the positive influence they have made on students, teachers, and the broader school community through the use of technology.
We are proud to announce that Mrs. Samantha Palmer, Media Specialist at Hutto Elementary School, has been selected as one of this year’s Rising Star Educators. She will be formally recognized and honored at the upcoming GAETC Conference in November, where she will also be considered as a featured speaker. Her dedication and innovative approach serve as an inspiring example of how technology can transform education.
Mrs. Palmer shared, “I am truly honored to be nominated for this award, and being one of just four educators recognized across Georgia is incredible to me. Each week, I organize my time around ensuring students have the best possible learning experiences and that teachers feel supported and equipped. Being a media specialist allows me the unique opportunity to connect with all students and help them build a love for both reading and technology. My goal is for every student to have something meaningful and impactful to share with their parents at the end of the day. There’s nothing more rewarding than hearing a child excitedly share something special they experienced at school that day. What I enjoy most is combining literacy and technology, because when those two come together, amazing things can happen.”
Way to shine, Mrs. Palmer! Congratulations!
#GAETC #RisingStar #HES #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay #PromisingFuture
We are proud to announce that Mrs. Samantha Palmer, Media Specialist at Hutto Elementary School, has been selected as one of this year’s Rising Star Educators. She will be formally recognized and honored at the upcoming GAETC Conference in November, where she will also be considered as a featured speaker. Her dedication and innovative approach serve as an inspiring example of how technology can transform education.
Mrs. Palmer shared, “I am truly honored to be nominated for this award, and being one of just four educators recognized across Georgia is incredible to me. Each week, I organize my time around ensuring students have the best possible learning experiences and that teachers feel supported and equipped. Being a media specialist allows me the unique opportunity to connect with all students and help them build a love for both reading and technology. My goal is for every student to have something meaningful and impactful to share with their parents at the end of the day. There’s nothing more rewarding than hearing a child excitedly share something special they experienced at school that day. What I enjoy most is combining literacy and technology, because when those two come together, amazing things can happen.”
Way to shine, Mrs. Palmer! Congratulations!
#GAETC #RisingStar #HES #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay #PromisingFuture
💛💛💛Go Gold for Jeremy and Childhood Cancer Awareness Day💛💛💛
Friday, September 19th
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Decatur County Schools invites the entire community to join us as we honor one of our own, Jeremy Backey.
On Friday, September 19, we encourage everyone—students, staff, families, and community members—to wear gold in memory of Jeremy’s life and in support of all children and families affected by childhood cancer.
This special tradition began at Jones-Wheat Primary, started by Mrs. Otha Backey in honor of her son, and now we are extending the invitation to the whole district and the Bainbridge community to join together.
Let’s fill our schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods with gold as a symbol of hope, strength, and support. Thank you for helping us honor Jeremy and stand united in raising awareness for childhood cancer.
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGoldforJeremy #TheBearcatWay #BearcatFamily #Community
Friday, September 19th
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Decatur County Schools invites the entire community to join us as we honor one of our own, Jeremy Backey.
On Friday, September 19, we encourage everyone—students, staff, families, and community members—to wear gold in memory of Jeremy’s life and in support of all children and families affected by childhood cancer.
This special tradition began at Jones-Wheat Primary, started by Mrs. Otha Backey in honor of her son, and now we are extending the invitation to the whole district and the Bainbridge community to join together.
Let’s fill our schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods with gold as a symbol of hope, strength, and support. Thank you for helping us honor Jeremy and stand united in raising awareness for childhood cancer.
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGoldforJeremy #TheBearcatWay #BearcatFamily #Community
✨🍽️ JWP 'Rolled' Out the Red Carpet! 🍽️✨
Jones Wheat Primary School literally rolled out the red carpet for our guests during Goodies with the Grands — a special cinnamon roll breakfast honoring our grandparents! 🥰
A huge thank you to:
👏 Our School Police Officers for keeping the event safe
👩🍳 Our amazing nutrition staff for their famous cinnamon rolls
🎓 The JWP administration and staff for making every detail special
🙌 And of course, to everyone who joined us and made the morning unforgettable!
#BearcatFamily #GoodiesWithTheGrands #JWP #TheBearcatWay
🚨 GAMEDAY REMINDER – OPEN GATE SECURITY 🚨
All fans attending tonight’s Bainbridge Bearcats vs. Thomas County Central game at Centennial Field will go through OpenGate security systems (metal detectors) at every entrance. Please arrive early and plan accordingly.
✅ Gates open at 6:00 PM
✅ Students 8th grade & below must be accompanied by an adult over 18
✅ No re-entry once you leave the stadium
✅ Clear Bag Policy enforced – no bookbags allowed
🎶 Be in your seat by 7:15 PM for a special Pre-Game Show featuring Bearcat Broadcasting, the BHS Band, BHS Cheerleaders, and Air Force JROTC!
🏈 Kickoff vs. Thomas County Central is at 7:30 PM – let’s pack Centennial Field and cheer loud for our Bearcats! 💜💛🐾
#GoBearcats #BHSFootball #TheBearcatWay #FridayNightLights
All fans attending tonight’s Bainbridge Bearcats vs. Thomas County Central game at Centennial Field will go through OpenGate security systems (metal detectors) at every entrance. Please arrive early and plan accordingly.
✅ Gates open at 6:00 PM
✅ Students 8th grade & below must be accompanied by an adult over 18
✅ No re-entry once you leave the stadium
✅ Clear Bag Policy enforced – no bookbags allowed
🎶 Be in your seat by 7:15 PM for a special Pre-Game Show featuring Bearcat Broadcasting, the BHS Band, BHS Cheerleaders, and Air Force JROTC!
🏈 Kickoff vs. Thomas County Central is at 7:30 PM – let’s pack Centennial Field and cheer loud for our Bearcats! 💜💛🐾
#GoBearcats #BHSFootball #TheBearcatWay #FridayNightLights
🚨 Substitute Training Tomorrow! 🚨
Friday, September 12th 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!
#BearcatNation #DecaturCountySchools #SubstituteTraining #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Friday, September 12th 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!
#BearcatNation #DecaturCountySchools #SubstituteTraining #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Today, we remember.
On this Patriot Day, we honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the courage of first responders, service members, and ordinary citizens who showed extraordinary heroism. May we never forget their sacrifice and continue to stand united in hope and resilience.
On this Patriot Day, we honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the courage of first responders, service members, and ordinary citizens who showed extraordinary heroism. May we never forget their sacrifice and continue to stand united in hope and resilience.
