Great Job Olivia & Isabella on a job well done!

An azalea dissection lab turned 7th graders into botanists. From petal patterns to the hidden world of pollen, seeing these flowers under the microscope provided a unique perspective. There is so much beauty in the tiny details!




The deadline to secure the BMS 25-26 yearbook is rapidly approaching! Purchase your yearbook today! The cost is $40.

IT’S ALMOST ROBOT TIME, BAINBRIDGE! 🤖💜
Our BHS Robotics rookie team the [CY]BEARCATS #11214 is hitting the road this week for our closest competition of the year! We’re heading to Albany to show the state what our robot, "Kit Cat" can do. We need the stands filled with PURPLE to cheer us on as we fight for a spot at the State Championship!
Where: Albany Civic Center 100 W Oglethorpe Blvd Albany, GA 31701
When: Friday, March 27 (10:30 AM – 7:00 PM) & Saturday, March 28 (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM; Playoffs at 2:00 PM)
Cost: FREE ADMISSION!
Bring the whole family for high-tech action and concessions. Let's make some noise!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yO6KA_YVN0
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/11214cybearcats/about-us
#BHSRobotics #BainbridgeStrong #PackTheStands #RoadToState #FRC11214
Our BHS Robotics rookie team the [CY]BEARCATS #11214 is hitting the road this week for our closest competition of the year! We’re heading to Albany to show the state what our robot, "Kit Cat" can do. We need the stands filled with PURPLE to cheer us on as we fight for a spot at the State Championship!
Where: Albany Civic Center 100 W Oglethorpe Blvd Albany, GA 31701
When: Friday, March 27 (10:30 AM – 7:00 PM) & Saturday, March 28 (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM; Playoffs at 2:00 PM)
Cost: FREE ADMISSION!
Bring the whole family for high-tech action and concessions. Let's make some noise!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yO6KA_YVN0
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/11214cybearcats/about-us
#BHSRobotics #BainbridgeStrong #PackTheStands #RoadToState #FRC11214

![Game details put together by the [CY]BEARCATS to help spectators follow the game.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/decatur_county_schools__ga_ar/live_feed_image/image/25281179/large_1.jpg)
![Game details put together by the [CY]BEARCATS to help spectators follow the game.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/decatur_county_schools__ga_ar/live_feed_image/image/25281178/large_2.jpg)
Transportation Statement - 3/19/2026
Attention Parents and Guardians,
Decatur County Schools is currently experiencing a shortage of bus drivers. This has created significant challenges that may impact bus routes as well as student pick-up and drop-off times.
We are working diligently to transport students as safely and efficiently as possible. If any route changes occur, we will notify parents and guardians as soon as possible.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
We are actively hiring bus drivers. If you or someone you know is interested, please visit the HR link below for more information:
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
Attention Parents and Guardians,
Decatur County Schools is currently experiencing a shortage of bus drivers. This has created significant challenges that may impact bus routes as well as student pick-up and drop-off times.
We are working diligently to transport students as safely and efficiently as possible. If any route changes occur, we will notify parents and guardians as soon as possible.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
We are actively hiring bus drivers. If you or someone you know is interested, please visit the HR link below for more information:
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home

💜✨ Spring Break is Almost Here! ✨💛
Decatur County Schools will be on Spring Break from March 30 through April 3, and there will be no school for students during this time.
We hope all of our students, families, and staff enjoy a well-deserved break filled with fun, relaxation, and time with loved ones. Whether you're traveling or staying close to home, make the most of it!
Please remember to stay safe and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong! 💜🐾💛
#BearcatWay #SpringBreak #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Decatur County Schools will be on Spring Break from March 30 through April 3, and there will be no school for students during this time.
We hope all of our students, families, and staff enjoy a well-deserved break filled with fun, relaxation, and time with loved ones. Whether you're traveling or staying close to home, make the most of it!
Please remember to stay safe and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong! 💜🐾💛
#BearcatWay #SpringBreak #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

💜💛🏅 Bearcat Spring Games Player Parade 🏅💜💛
Come cheer on our incredible Decatur County Schools students with special needs as they kick off the 2026 Bearcat Spring Games! 🥇🐾
📅 Friday, March 27th
⏰ 8:45 AM
📍 Shotwell Street — Starting at the Boat Basin
🎉 Let’s line the streets, wave those signs, and show our Bearcat pride as these amazing athletes parade their way to the games! 🐾💜💛
#BearcatSpringGames #TheBearcatWay #InclusionMatters #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Come cheer on our incredible Decatur County Schools students with special needs as they kick off the 2026 Bearcat Spring Games! 🥇🐾
📅 Friday, March 27th
⏰ 8:45 AM
📍 Shotwell Street — Starting at the Boat Basin
🎉 Let’s line the streets, wave those signs, and show our Bearcat pride as these amazing athletes parade their way to the games! 🐾💜💛
#BearcatSpringGames #TheBearcatWay #InclusionMatters #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

Inclement Weather Statement - School Closure Monday 3/16/26
After consultation with Decatur County 911 and receiving the latest weather briefing from the National Weather Service out of Tallahassee, FL, Decatur County Schools will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The school closure is due to the potential of dangerous winds and inclement weather that is expected to impact our area Monday morning.
Decatur County Schools plans to return to normal operations on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. We encourage everyone to remain weather aware and stay safe.
After consultation with Decatur County 911 and receiving the latest weather briefing from the National Weather Service out of Tallahassee, FL, Decatur County Schools will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The school closure is due to the potential of dangerous winds and inclement weather that is expected to impact our area Monday morning.
Decatur County Schools plans to return to normal operations on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. We encourage everyone to remain weather aware and stay safe.

POWER RESTORED (3/13/26)
Power has been restored to the campuses of Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Power has been restored to the campuses of Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Decatur County Schools Superintendent Statement (3/13/26)
We are aware of a power outage impacting Bainbridge High School and Bainbridge Middle School. Crews from Georgia Power are currently working to restore power. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to restore power. Generators are currently providing power at both campuses.
We are aware of a power outage impacting Bainbridge High School and Bainbridge Middle School. Crews from Georgia Power are currently working to restore power. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to restore power. Generators are currently providing power at both campuses.

Decatur County Schools Superintendent Statement (3/12/26)
We would like to commend our administration, faculty, and staff for ensuring the safety of our students this morning during our severe weather event.
Additionally, we would like to thank all stakeholders for you patience and understanding as we returned to full power at Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School this morning.
Our generators did provide emergency power, and we are very thankful to have facilities that allow us to rely on generators during emergency situations.
We would like to commend our administration, faculty, and staff for ensuring the safety of our students this morning during our severe weather event.
Additionally, we would like to thank all stakeholders for you patience and understanding as we returned to full power at Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School this morning.
Our generators did provide emergency power, and we are very thankful to have facilities that allow us to rely on generators during emergency situations.

BUS ROUTES IMPACTED BY SEVERE WEATHER (3/12/26)
Due to severe weather conditions this morning, some bus routes were unable to complete their full routes. If your child has not yet been picked up, please be aware that the bus will unfortunately not be able to reach your stop today. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as the safety of our students and drivers remains our top priority.
Due to severe weather conditions this morning, some bus routes were unable to complete their full routes. If your child has not yet been picked up, please be aware that the bus will unfortunately not be able to reach your stop today. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as the safety of our students and drivers remains our top priority.

All Clear Weather Statement: 3/12/2026 - 7:30 AM
The severe weather that moved through our area earlier this morning has now passed, and conditions have improved.
We encourage students, families, and staff to use caution while traveling to school, as there may be debris, wet roads, or isolated impacts from the storm in some areas.
The safety of our students and staff is and will always remain our top priority. Thank you for taking your time and traveling safely this morning.
The severe weather that moved through our area earlier this morning has now passed, and conditions have improved.
We encourage students, families, and staff to use caution while traveling to school, as there may be debris, wet roads, or isolated impacts from the storm in some areas.
The safety of our students and staff is and will always remain our top priority. Thank you for taking your time and traveling safely this morning.

TORNADO WARNING 3/12 6:43 AM: West Decatur County is under a tornado warning. Seek shelter immediately.

Weather Statement – 3/12/26:
Bearcat Families, please continue to monitor the weather in our area and remain weather-aware while traveling to school this morning. If a tornado warning is issued, we will take the appropriate precautions to ensure everyone’s safety. The safety of our staff and students is and will remain our number one priority.
Bearcat Families, please continue to monitor the weather in our area and remain weather-aware while traveling to school this morning. If a tornado warning is issued, we will take the appropriate precautions to ensure everyone’s safety. The safety of our staff and students is and will remain our number one priority.

The Climate Pack 8th grade project just won an award sponsored by IronCad for their use of 3D modeling in their innovation project.
Then they surprised us all by winning 2nd place overall for the entire state of Georgia!!!!! Both teams were amazing, and there was so much great competition! I am beyond proud of all of them!!!



These two groups representing the Sand Stormers and Techno Treasures FLL Robotics teams at the K-12 Inventure Prize State Tournament did a great job representing our teams and BMS!!!







Students in Mrs. Holley's Art Class are designing and constructing functional ceramic pieces using three foundational hand-building techniques: coil, pinch, and slab construction. Beginning with preliminary sketches, students plan their designs before selecting the most suitable technique for their intended form. The project culminates in the creation of a purposeful ceramic object—such as a cup, bowl, plate, or container—that demonstrates both technical proficiency and thoughtful design.







Bainbridge Middle FFA Member Maci Lynn competed in the area of FFA Creed Speaking competition held at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus. Great Job Maci!

Any Decatur County School student planning to participate in a sport MUST have an active physical on file, Monday, April 20th from 5:30-7:30 pm is your opportunity to get one for Free!


