K-8 report cards may be picked up on Friday, May 22, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at each school.
Please note: Report cards will not be mailed this year. If report cards are not picked up on Friday, students will receive them at the beginning of the new school year.

Decatur County Schools is looking for dedicated individuals to join our substitute team for the 2026–2027 school year! We are currently seeking substitutes for the following positions:
🟣 Classroom
🟣 Lunchroom
🟣 Bus Drivers
🟣 Bus Aides
🟣 Custodial
🟣 Nurses
Whether you are a returning substitute or interested in becoming part of the Bearcat family, we invite you to attend our upcoming informational meeting.
🗓 Friday, May 22, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Decatur County Board of Education
1417 Dothan Road, Bainbridge, GA
Come learn more about opportunities to make a difference in the lives of our students and schools! 💜💛 #BearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

K-8 report cards may be picked up on Friday, May 22, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at each school.
Please note: Report cards will not be mailed this year. If report cards are not picked up on Friday, students will receive them at the beginning of the new school year.

Yearbooks are available for purchase for $20.00!

The finish line is almost here, Bearcats! 🐾
Please remember that Wednesday, May 20th will be an early release day. Be sure to check with your child’s school for specific dismissal times.
Go Cats! 💜💛

We are proud to recognize the outstanding students who helped make April a month of growth, leadership, and excellence at HES!
🌟 Students of the Month
Congratulations to our amazing scholars who continue to demonstrate academic excellence, positive behavior, leadership, and perseverance each day. Your hard work and determination do not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly proud of all you are accomplishing! ✨📚
🌟 Staff of the Month
A heartfelt congratulations to our dedicated staff honorees! Thank you for the passion, care, and commitment you pour into supporting our students and school community. Your efforts help make Hutto Elementary a place where excellence thrives every day.
Join us in celebrating these outstanding members of our HES Learning Community! 🎉
#HuttoStrong #StudentOfTheMonth #StaffOfTheMonth #ExcellenceStartsHere






K-8 report cards may be picked up on Friday, May 22, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at each school.
Please note: Report cards will not be mailed this year. If report cards are not picked up on Friday, students will receive them at the beginning of the new school year.

Only parents may pick up their child's medications.

Decatur County Schools Superintendent Statement: Power has been restored to Bainbridge High School and Bainbridge Middle School. (5/11/2026 - 2:26 pm)


K-8 report cards may be picked up on Friday, May 22, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at each school.
Please note: Report cards will not be mailed this year. If report cards are not picked up on Friday, students will receive them at the beginning of the new school year.


🏆 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ROOKIE ALL-STARS! 🏆
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Team 11214, the Bainbridge High School robotics team the [CY]BEARCATS #1121, have officially been named the Rookie All-Star Award winners for the Galileo Division at the 2026 FIRST Championship in Houston! The World Championship hosts roughly 600 of the top teams from over 3,000+ global competitors. To win this on the Galileo Division means the [CY]BEARCATS were selected as the standout rookie team from a field of dozens of world-class programs.
The judges had some incredible things to say about the team's culture, "This team has succeeded in creating a culture of connection. Full of purple, they exude the core value of FUN, bringing time, grit and work together. They made the judges’ choice easy."
This award isn't just about building a robot; it’s about building a foundation. It recognizes a first-year team that truly "gets it"—exemplifying the mission of FIRST to inspire the next generation of scientists and technologists while fostering a strong, sustainable partnership effort.
From the long hours with their robot to the iconic purple fedoras on and off the field, the grit and passion of these students, mentors, and sponsors have paid off on the world stage.
#FIRSTChampionship #FRC #Team11214 #[CY]BEARCATS #RookieAllStar #GalileoDivision #STEM #MoreThanRobots






We’re kicking off Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 in style, and YOU’RE invited to join the celebration! 🏄🏽♂️
👕 Hawaiian Beach Attire Day
Learners may come dressed in school-appropriate beach wear as we celebrate the incredible impact of our Educators!
😎 Bring out your:
Shades
Hats
Beach towels
Flip flops
Let’s create a fun, vibrant atmosphere as we honor the dedication, excellence, and love our educators pour into our school every single day.
🌊 Join us as we celebrate the “Waves of Impact” happening right here at HES!
It’s more than a theme, it’s a movement of appreciation, energy, and gratitude!
#WavesOfImpact #TeacherAppreciationWeek #SurfsUp #HESCelebrates #ExcellenceInAction #ExcellenceStartsHere


We’re excited to introduce a new STEM initiative at Hutto Elementary as our Tigers join the NASA HUNCH Academy, a hands-on program that brings real-world challenges inspired by NASA into the classroom.
Through this opportunity, students will:
🔬 Explore science and engineering concepts
🛠️ Tackle real-world, NASA-inspired projects
💡 Build creativity, problem-solving, and innovation skills
This initiative is designed to spark curiosity and give students meaningful, hands-on experiences that connect learning to the real world.
At Decatur County Schools, we’re proud to continue expanding opportunities that prepare our students for the future, one launch at a time. 🚀
#STEMEducation #NASAHUNCH #FutureReady #DCSLaunch

Get ready to ROCK! The HES Show Choir is bringing the energy with their electrifying performance of "I Love Rock and Roll" 🎵
📍 BHS Performing Arts Building
📅 Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30 PM
Come support our talented performers and experience an unforgettable night of music and entertainment! Bring your friends, family, and your best rock spirit! 🤘

Behind every thriving learning environment is someone who goes above and beyond to support both students and staff, and our librarian is truly the heart of it all. From helping students discover a love for reading to supporting teachers with resources and ideas, she makes a lasting impact every single day.
Whether it’s organizing the library, guiding students to the perfect book, supporting research, or creating a welcoming space for learning, she does it all with passion, patience, and care.
Your dedication does not go unnoticed. You help spark curiosity, build knowledge, and create lifelong readers.
We appreciate you. Thank you for everything you do! 📖✨

As our learners prepare for the Georgia Milestones Assessment, we invite you to take a moment to pour into them in a special way!
Stop by and sign our Motivation Banner outside of your learner’s classroom with an encouraging message, prayer, or words of affirmation from 4-6 anytime this week!
Your words matter and they make a lasting impact! Let’s surround our learners with love, confidence, and support as they get ready to shine.
#GMASReady #EncourageToExcel #WeBelieveInOurLearners #ExcellenceStartsHere


