PTO Bearcat Tattoos and Beads ON SALE Thursday, August 28th
WBP PTO will sell tattoos for $0.50 each and a set of purple and gold beads for $1 on Thursday to show our Bearcat Pride! The WBP PTO would like to thank you all for your support this football season!
WBP PTO will sell tattoos for $0.50 each and a set of purple and gold beads for $1 on Thursday to show our Bearcat Pride! The WBP PTO would like to thank you all for your support this football season!
First grade teachers show their Bearcat Pride!
Ms. Haynes's first grade students had fun "counting on" from a "magical number" on number lines. The students worked collaboratively to figure out what numbers came next on their number lines.
First grades students making real world connections with their ELA lesson about Beach Day. Students enjoyed playing in the sand and other beach themed activities. We would like to thank our Community Partners, Mr. Billy Sanders at South GA Sand for donating the sand, Mr. Lewis for delivering the sand, and Councilman Kregg Close for helping us make the connections. The students had a blast!
Cub Scouts visited us today at WBP!
After a weekly discussion about being a good friend, students in Ms. Brown’s and Mrs. Kennedy’s Pre-K class made friendship trail mix and shared how they could be a good friend to others.
Rockstars in Mrs. Kelley's second grade class worked on place value.
Bearcat Pride Wednesday at West Bainbridge Primary!
Our amazing staff at West Bainbridge Primary showed their Bearcat spirit today by proudly participating in Bearcat Pride Wednesday! We're honored to support scholarships for Bainbridge High School students.
Get to Know Your Admin: Ortega Butler
Principal, West Bainbridge Primary
With 21 years of service, Ortega Butler leads West Bainbridge Primary with dedication, high expectations, and a passion for seeing students succeed. Originally from Bainbridge, Butler oversees a team of 82 employees, ensuring that the educational needs of all students are being met every day.
Before entering education, Butler worked with the Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS), where she witnessed many of the challenges children face. That experience inspired her to shift to a role where she could see and support students at their best, which is in education.
In her role as principal, Butler focuses on fostering both academic and social growth for every student. “Seeing students grow academically and socially is the most rewarding part of my job,” she shares. She also works to support teachers in acquiring the skills they need to help all students achieve academic success.
A Bit More About Ortega:
Hometown: Bainbridge, GA
Hobbies: Reading, shopping, and spending time with family.
Fun Fact: She can play the flute
Favorite Song: Sweet Home Alabama
Butler takes pride in West Bainbridge Primary’s family-oriented culture, where staff members work together to support one another and the community they serve. She reflects, “I am proud to be a part of a great school family-oriented culture that supports each other.”
Thank you, Ortega, for your leadership, commitment, and Bearcat pride!
Principal, West Bainbridge Primary
With 21 years of service, Ortega Butler leads West Bainbridge Primary with dedication, high expectations, and a passion for seeing students succeed. Originally from Bainbridge, Butler oversees a team of 82 employees, ensuring that the educational needs of all students are being met every day.
Before entering education, Butler worked with the Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS), where she witnessed many of the challenges children face. That experience inspired her to shift to a role where she could see and support students at their best, which is in education.
In her role as principal, Butler focuses on fostering both academic and social growth for every student. “Seeing students grow academically and socially is the most rewarding part of my job,” she shares. She also works to support teachers in acquiring the skills they need to help all students achieve academic success.
A Bit More About Ortega:
Hometown: Bainbridge, GA
Hobbies: Reading, shopping, and spending time with family.
Fun Fact: She can play the flute
Favorite Song: Sweet Home Alabama
Butler takes pride in West Bainbridge Primary’s family-oriented culture, where staff members work together to support one another and the community they serve. She reflects, “I am proud to be a part of a great school family-oriented culture that supports each other.”
Thank you, Ortega, for your leadership, commitment, and Bearcat pride!
West Bainbridge Primary second graders had a blast completing their very first STEAM activity using the Engineering Design Process!
Challenge: Build the tallest self-supporting tower.
The winning tower reached an impressive 21 inches!
Hands-on learning + creative problem-solving made for a fun-filled day of discovery.
#WBP #STEAM #EngineeringDesignProcess #HandsOnLearning #TheBearcatWay
📱 Keeping Our Students Safe Online – The Bearcat Way
A new Georgia law requires schools to teach students about digital citizenship and provide parents with the same tools to use at home.
Decatur County Schools remains committed to promoting digital citizenship and online safety, now offering parents additional resources to support these efforts at home.
Parent ProTech is a free, video-based resource designed to help you:
🔹Set healthy screen-time limits
🔹Protect your child’s privacy
🔹Navigate social media safely
✨ Start the school year with clear screen-time boundaries that help your child thrive online.
🔗Learn more and sign up here: https://app.parentprotech.com/952/decatur-county/en/signup?source=admin
#TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #ParentProTech #OnlineSafety
A new Georgia law requires schools to teach students about digital citizenship and provide parents with the same tools to use at home.
Decatur County Schools remains committed to promoting digital citizenship and online safety, now offering parents additional resources to support these efforts at home.
Parent ProTech is a free, video-based resource designed to help you:
🔹Set healthy screen-time limits
🔹Protect your child’s privacy
🔹Navigate social media safely
✨ Start the school year with clear screen-time boundaries that help your child thrive online.
🔗Learn more and sign up here: https://app.parentprotech.com/952/decatur-county/en/signup?source=admin
#TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #ParentProTech #OnlineSafety
Thank you, Bearcats, for an incredible first week of school!
Your energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence have set the tone for a phenomenal year ahead. We can’t wait to see all the growth, achievements, and memories we’ll create together. Let’s keep Inspiring, Influencing, and Igniting—the Bearcat Way!
https://youtu.be/28JeqOrd-qs
Your energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence have set the tone for a phenomenal year ahead. We can’t wait to see all the growth, achievements, and memories we’ll create together. Let’s keep Inspiring, Influencing, and Igniting—the Bearcat Way!
https://youtu.be/28JeqOrd-qs
Wildcat Parents and future Bearcat students, please join us for our Parent and Family Engagement Title I Night on August 12th. Please see the flyer for times to be here. We look forward to seeing you and your students to share valuable information with you for this school year!
Padres de Wildcat y futuros estudiantes de Bearcat, los invitamos a nuestra Noche de Participación de Padres y Familias sobre el Título I el 12 de agosto. Consulten el folleto para ver los horarios. ¡Esperamos verlos a ustedes y a sus estudiantes para compartir información valiosa para este año escolar!
Padres de Wildcat y futuros estudiantes de Bearcat, los invitamos a nuestra Noche de Participación de Padres y Familias sobre el Título I el 12 de agosto. Consulten el folleto para ver los horarios. ¡Esperamos verlos a ustedes y a sus estudiantes para compartir información valiosa para este año escolar!
🚍 SHIFT GEARS TO BEARCAT SUCCESS- GET PAID TO TRAIN, RIDE, & DRIVE!🚍
MUST BE 21 Years Old
💰 Great Retirement Supplement
🏥 BENEFITS AVAILABLE!
Why Drive With Us?
✅ Pay – Earn while making a difference!
✅ Flexible Hours – Perfect for retirees & those seeking extra income!
✅ Paid Training – No experience? No problem! We’ll train you!
✅ Health & Retirement Benefits – Secure your future!
🚦 Join Our Team & Be the Driver of Change! 🚦
🔴 APPLY TODAY – YOUR SEAT IS WAITING! 🔴
📞 Call: 229.248.2204 🌐 Apply Online: https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
#ShiftGearsToSuccess #GetPaidToDrive #JoinOurTeam #BearcatPride #DriveWithUs #HiringNow #PaidTraining #FlexibleHours #RetirementSupplement #BenefitsAvailable #MakeADifference #DriveForDCBOE #SecureYourFuture #ApplyToday
MUST BE 21 Years Old
💰 Great Retirement Supplement
🏥 BENEFITS AVAILABLE!
Why Drive With Us?
✅ Pay – Earn while making a difference!
✅ Flexible Hours – Perfect for retirees & those seeking extra income!
✅ Paid Training – No experience? No problem! We’ll train you!
✅ Health & Retirement Benefits – Secure your future!
🚦 Join Our Team & Be the Driver of Change! 🚦
🔴 APPLY TODAY – YOUR SEAT IS WAITING! 🔴
📞 Call: 229.248.2204 🌐 Apply Online: https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
#ShiftGearsToSuccess #GetPaidToDrive #JoinOurTeam #BearcatPride #DriveWithUs #HiringNow #PaidTraining #FlexibleHours #RetirementSupplement #BenefitsAvailable #MakeADifference #DriveForDCBOE #SecureYourFuture #ApplyToday
Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
💻 Did you know? Chromebook fees can be paid easily through your Parent Portal account!
✅ Step 1: Log in to Infinite Campus
✅ Step 2: Click the “Fees” tab on the left side of your screen
Paying online is quick, simple, and convenient! 💳
Login to the Parent Portal (Infinite Campus) through the link below:
https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/decaturco.jsp
#BearcatTech #ParentPortal #InfiniteCampus #StayConnected #BearcatFamily
✅ Step 1: Log in to Infinite Campus
✅ Step 2: Click the “Fees” tab on the left side of your screen
Paying online is quick, simple, and convenient! 💳
Login to the Parent Portal (Infinite Campus) through the link below:
https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/decaturco.jsp
#BearcatTech #ParentPortal #InfiniteCampus #StayConnected #BearcatFamily
In Decatur County Schools, we are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment on every campus for our students, faculty and staff. Beginning the 2025 - 2026 school year, Decatur County Schools will implement the use of the OPENGATE Security System as a preventative step to keep our campuses weapon free.
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, ideal for high-traffic areas such as school entrances.
Decatur County Schools has implemented OPENGATE to provide 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 a safe and nurturing learning environment. We encourage all parents to emphasize to their children the importance of school safety and helping the Bearcat Family stay safe on every campus each 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
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, ideal for high-traffic areas such as school entrances.
Decatur County Schools has implemented OPENGATE to provide 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 a safe and nurturing learning environment. We encourage all parents to emphasize to their children the importance of school safety and helping the Bearcat Family stay safe on every campus each 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
🌧️ Rainy days ahead for the first week of school!
Make sure your Bearcats come prepared with raincoats, boots, and umbrellas to stay cozy and dry! ☔️
#FirstWeekForecast #RainyDayReady #BearcatWeather
We are so excited for this upcoming school year! West Bainbridge Primary welcomes you to our Open House from 5pm - 7pm. We will have snow cones for sale for $5 each. Come join us to meet your child's teacher!
📅 Take a look at the 2025–2026 Decatur County Schools Calendar!
Planning ahead just got easier — especially when it comes to vacations. Be sure to schedule trips during student holidays because every day of learning matters and attendance is key to success!
You can also find the calendar on our website — just click the District Calendars button on the homepage at www.dcboe.com.
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #SchoolCalendar #PlanAhead #AttendanceMatters
Planning ahead just got easier — especially when it comes to vacations. Be sure to schedule trips during student holidays because every day of learning matters and attendance is key to success!
You can also find the calendar on our website — just click the District Calendars button on the homepage at www.dcboe.com.
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #SchoolCalendar #PlanAhead #AttendanceMatters
