A huge thank you to Riverbend Ford for generously providing the stylish ride that allowed Mrs. Lewis, Decatur County Teacher of the Year, to represent our school system in the MLK Parade. Your support helped make the day memorable and meaningful for our community. We appreciate your kindness and partnership!
Get ready, book lovers — our school Book Fair is coming soon! Swipe through new titles, discover favorite series, and find the perfect read for every cozy moment. ✨Bring your reading buddies, wishlists, and a big smile. See you at the fair! 🐛📖❤️ More information to come!!
✨🐯☀️ Tiger Families! ☀️🐯✨
Field Day is right around the corner and we are gearing up for an AMAZING day of fun in the sun with our learners! The energy is building and we cannot wait to celebrate teamwork, school spirit, and a little friendly competition. 🎉💪🏽
This year, each grade level will represent their grade level pride in a designated shirt color:
🔵 3rd Grade – Blue
🟡 4th Grade – Gold
🟢 5th Grade – Green
Field Day shirts will be available for purchase through our online webstore which can be located here:https://pswear.com/Hutto ! Be sure to grab yours soon so your learner can show up in full Tiger spirit!
Let’s make this a day to remember!🐾✨
#TigerPride #FieldDayFun #ExcellenceStartsHere
Third Grade: Thomas Duncan
Fourth Grade: Kylynn Burden
Fifth Grade: Ayaan Patel
Parents, you can now order class pictures online with the following link! https://bpiphotography.net/view-order-photos/
Bring your best smiles for class picture day!
✨This week, we proudly celebrate School Counseling Week and honor the incredible counselors who serve our learning community with compassion, commitment, and purpose.
Our school counselors are champions for ALL students-supporting academic growth, social-emotional development, and overall well-being every single day. Their dedication to listening, advocating, encouraging, and guiding our learners helps shape not only successful students, but confident and resilient individuals.
Mrs.Brock and Ms.Williams, we pause to simply say THANK YOU! Thank you for your unwavering commitment to the mission of supporting the whole child and for being a constant source of care, wisdom, and hope in our learning community. We truly appreciate all that you do!
💙👏 #SchoolCounselingWeek #WeLoveOurCounselors #StudentSupport #WholeChild #ThankYouCounselors #ExcellenceStartsHere
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.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Contact Coach Vickers at mvickers@dcboe.com or 229-400-0211. You can also click the registration form on the flyer.
Four hours of flipping fun! We will provide pizza and drinks. Parents, enjoy a date night!
Valentine Alert 💕
Surprise your student with a Candy Gram! Purchase one in the front office and a special treat will be delivered to your child on Friday the 13th.
- Where to buy: Front office only
- Delivery date: Friday, 13th
- Perfect for parents, grandparents, and family members!
Purchase in the front office today through Feb. 12.
Our students rocked the regional tech competition— creativity, teamwork, and determination on full display! They had so much fun solving challenges, building projects, and cheering each other on. Big congratulations to every competitor and mentor who made this possible.
We’re already counting down to state!
Pre‑sale (attendees only): Thursday 1/22/26
Let’s shine together and make this a memorable event! ✨
🗓 January 19, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Hutto Elementary School
This year’s celebration highlights powerful representation from our school system, including:
Dr. Darius Peterson, Assistant Principal at Hutto Elementary School
Sgt. Scott Moorehouse, Principal at Hutto Elementary School
Dr. Boyd English, Superintendent of Decatur County Schools
Mr. Kelvin Bouie, DCBOE Board Member
Student and staff involvement from across Decatur County Schools, including Bearcat Ambassadors, Bainbridge High School JROTC, school choruses, and leadership.
We are honored to see our schools serving as a platform for leadership, service, and community connection as we celebrate Dr. King’s enduring impact.
✨ All are welcome. We hope to see you there. ✨
#MLKDay2026 #CelebratingLifeAndLegacy #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay #CommunityUnity #ServiceAndLeadership
Decatur County Schools is committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all students and families. To support this effort, OPENGATE Security Systems are now in use at the primary and elementary levels.
At Jones Wheat Primary (JWP) and West Bainbridge Primary (WBP), OPENGATE is located in the front office safety vestibules for parent and visitor entry. At Hutto Elementary, OPENGATE systems are placed at areas of entry used by both students and adults, including the lobby, gym, and cafeteria.
OPENGATE allows individuals to walk through without stopping or removing belongings, helping maintain efficient entry while enhancing school safety.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep the Bearcat Family safe every day.
The OPENGATE Security System is an advanced, walk-through weapons detection system designed to enhance school safety while maintaining a smooth flow of student entry. Unlike traditional metal detectors, OPENGATE uses advanced sensors to detect weapons and prohibited items without requiring students to stop, empty their pockets, or remove backpacks. This allows for efficient and non-intrusive screening, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as school entrances.
OPENGATE provides an added layer of protection for students and staff. The system is portable, quick to set up, and built to detect a wide range of threats while minimizing false alarms. With its modern design and cutting-edge technology, OPENGATE supports the district’s commitment to creating safe, secure, and nurturing learning environments across all grade levels.
We encourage families to continue emphasizing the importance of school safety and working together to help keep the Bearcat Family safe on every campus, every day.
See how OPENGATE is making a difference in some of the largest school districts in the country, like Brevard County:
https://youtu.be/0_bNqaGNh9g
We are proud to honor the exceptional leaders who helped make December a remarkable month at HES!
🌟 Students of the Month
Congratulations to our outstanding scholars who consistently demonstrate excellence, kindness, and a positive attitude. Your dedication to learning and leadership inspires everyone around you. Keep shining—your future is bright! ✨📚
🌟 Staff of the Month
A special round of applause to our incredible staff honorees! Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and for creating an environment where learning and success thrive. Your impact is felt throughout our school community!
Join us in celebrating these shining stars of our HES Learning Community! 🎉
#HuttoStrong #StudentOfTheMonth #StaffOfTheMonth #ExcellenceStartsHere #HappyNewYear
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.
🎁📚 Our teachers hopped inside a Christmas box — literally — to share their favorite book recommendations! ✨ The students were so excited to see their administrators and teachers on display in the Media Hub!
