Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
29 days ago, Decatur County Schools
New Teacher Spotlight featuring Ms. Donalson, a paraprofessional at West Bainbridge Primary. She is from Bainbridge, Georgia, enjoys painting and going to the beach with her family, and was previously a Registered Behavioral Technician. A BHS Class of 2014 alumna, she proudly says, 'Once a Bearcat, Always a Bearcat!' The image includes her photo and a purple wildcat-themed design
📣 The Bowen Baptist Association invites the community to an All-School Prayer Walk! 🙏
📅 Saturday, August 2nd | ⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 Meet at the front of any Decatur County school

Come together to pray for our students, teachers, and staff as they begin a new school year. This event is organized by the Bowen Baptist Association. All are welcome to participate! 💜

#TheBearcatWay #PrayerWalk #CommunitySupport
29 days ago, Decatur County Schools
Flyer for All School Prayer Walk hosted by Bowen Baptist Association on Saturday, August 2nd at 8:30 am. Participants are invited to meet at the front of all schools in Decatur County to pray for students, teachers, and staff. All are welcome. Includes Decatur County Schools logo and 'The Bearcat Way' slogan.
Welcome back, Teachers!
Let’s Inspire, Influence, and Ignite — The Bearcat Way!
29 days ago, Decatur County Schools
Welcome Back Teachers message with Bearcat mascot and the phrase "Inspire, Influence and Ignite – The Bearcat Way" on a purple background.
Attention Parents:
If your child requires medication during the school day, please stop by the nurse’s booth at Open House on Thursday, July 31 to:

▪️Sign the REQUIRED annual medication paperwork (must be completed by the child’s legal guardian)

▪️Discuss your child’s specific medication needs with the school nurse

▪️Optional: You may bring your child’s first month’s supply of medication to check in at that time

Reminder: Medications cannot be distributed at school without properly signed paperwork on file. Thank you for helping us keep your child safe and healthy!
about 1 month ago, Decatur County Schools
A purple graphic with white text reminds parents of children who need medication at school to stop by the nurse’s booth during Open House on July 31 to sign required paperwork and discuss medication needs. It notes that only a child’s legal guardian can sign, and medication cannot be distributed without proper documentation. A medicine bottle and pill icons appear next to the text, and a faint Bearcat logo is at the bottom.
Attention Bearcat Parents: Haven't set up your Parent Portal account? We got you covered! Follow these instructions to get 24/7 access to your child's grades, assignments, attendance announcements, schedules, fees, and much more. If you have any trouble, please contact your child's school for more information.
about 1 month ago, Decatur County Schools
Instructions for new Decatur County Schools parents to create a parent portal account at www.dcboe.com. Steps include navigating to Quick Links, selecting Parent Portal Activation Code, completing a form, copying the activation key, selecting the parent name, and creating a portal account with a username and password. Includes colorful step icons and Bearcat logo

The Second Annual Bearcat Blitz was a huge success! 🎉

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible community for showing up and showing out with school supplies, household goods, and endless support for the students of Decatur County Schools. 💜🐾

Your generosity is helping to prepare our kids for a strong start to the new school year, and we couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you:

📚 Bainbridge High
📚 Southern Regional Technical College
📚 Decatur County MLK Committee
📚 City of Bainbridge
📚 First Port City Bank
📚 Bank OZK
📚 Bainbridge Middle School
📚 Events and Moore (Household Supplies)
📚 First National Bank
📚 United Methodist Church
📚Heritage Foundation
📚 First Baptist Church
📚 Hutto Elementary
📚 Mt. Moriah II MB Church
📚 Jones-Wheat Primary
📚 The Vashti Center
📚 Envision Credit Union
📚 Anointed Eats & Catering
📚 Bainbridge Public Safety
📚 St. John's Episcopal Church
📚 Georgia Pines APEX Team
📚 New Beginning Learning Center
📚 Parent & Family Engagement
📚 West Bainbridge Primary

📚5 Star Credit Union

Together, we are building a stronger, better-prepared community. Here's to an amazing school year ahead! ✏️📓

#BearcatBlitz #CommunityStrong #DecaturCountyProud #BackToSchool

about 1 month ago, Decatur County Schools
Two individuals pose with a Bearcat Blitz Bingo card at the community event.
Bearcat cheerleaders greet attendees at the entrance with welcoming smiles.
Decatur County Federal Programs staff greet families at an informational booth.
A smiling woman in a yellow shirt sits at a table with candy and gold balloon letters.
Two men pose for a photo inside the event; one wears a suit and the other a Bearcat Football shirt.
Two women hold up backpacks filled with school supplies, ready for distribution.
bearcat staff member selects size from pile of t shirts for little girl
Bank OZK representatives engage with families at a spinning prize wheel station.
Representatives from Georgia Pines APEX smile behind a table stacked with crayon boxes.
City of Bainbridge Fiber representatives sit behind an informational table display.
🎧 Back-to-School Headphone Reminder! 🎧
Parents, as you shop for school supplies, please keep these headphone guidelines in mind:

✅ Aux adapter (not USB)
✅ Over-the-head headphones
❌ No Bluetooth or wireless headphones

📚 K–5 students will leave their headphones in a designated place at school for daily use.
🎒 6–12 students are responsible for keeping up with and bringing their headphones to class.

Thank you for helping us stay prepared for a great school year! #BearcatReady #BackToSchool #TheBearcatWay
about 1 month ago, Decatur County Schools
Back-to-school headphone announcement with image of over-the-head headphones and text advising parents to buy headphones with AUX adapter, not USB, no Bluetooth, and must be over-the-head style.
📣 Open House Announcement!
We’re excited to welcome our Bearcat families back into the buildings! 🐾

The following Decatur County Schools will host Open House on Thursday, July 31 from 5–7 PM:
🏫 Bainbridge High School
🏫 Bainbridge Middle School
🏫 Hutto Elementary School
🏫 Jones Wheat Primary School
🏫 West Bainbridge Primary School

🔔 Reminder: Decatur County Schools will not be providing school supplies this year. Please check your child’s supply list by visiting the Decatur County Schools website:
Go to “Explore” → “Documents” → “2025–2026 School Supply List” folder,
or click here: https://www.dcboe.com/documents/2025---2026-school-supply-lists/824542

💛 Get ready for a fantastic school year—The Bearcat Way! ✨

#BearcatStrong #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #BackToSchool2025
about 2 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Graphic for Decatur County Schools Open House on July 31 from 5–7 PM, featuring a roaring bearcat logo and bold purple and gold colors.
🎉📚 A New Year is Almost Here! 📚🎉
We’re counting down the days to the first day of school on August 4, 2025 — and we couldn’t be more excited to Inspire. Influence. Ignite. another incredible year of learning, growth, and success! 🚀✨

🛑 IMPORTANT NOTE FOR PARENTS:
To ensure a safe and smooth start, parents will be allowed inside the building for drop-off only from August 4–6.
Beginning August 7, we’ll resume normal drop-off procedures.

Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and continued support as we work together to make this year one of the best yet! 💜💛

Let’s make 2025–2026 unforgettable! 💫
#InspireInfluenceIgnite #BackToSchool #WeAreReady #SafeStartStrongStart
about 2 months ago, Decatur County Schools
First Day of School is August 4. Parents may enter the building for drop-off from August 4–6 only. Normal procedures resume August 7. Decatur County Schools logo included
📢 Attention Parents! 📢
As we prepare for the new school year, please remember that ALL rising Kindergarten, 7th Grade, and 11th Grade students are required to have an updated Form 3231 (Georgia Immunization Certificate) on file — if not already obtained.

✅ Please review your child’s vaccination record to ensure they are up to date and ready to start school on time.

Questions? Contact your child’s healthcare provider or local health department for assistance.

📅 Let’s start the school year healthy and ready to go!

#BackToSchool #ImmunizationReminder #Form3231 #HealthyStart
about 2 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Reminder for back to school immunizations with images of students and notice that Georgia Form 3231 is required for kindergarteners, 7th graders, and 11th graders. Message encourages checking immunization records and updating before school starts
📱 Have you received this text? It’s your link to communicating through the new Decatur County Schools app! ✅ Follow the link to verify your phone number. 🚫 Didn’t get the text? Make sure your info is up to date in Infinite Campus: 🔗 https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/parents/decaturco.jsp 📍 Or stop by the DCBOE Main Office: 1417 Dothan Rd | Mon–Thurs | 9 AM – 3 PM 📲 Haven’t downloaded the app yet? Stay connected—all school communication in ONE place. Search “Decatur County Schools” in your app store today! #BearcatWay #StayConnected #DecaturCountySchools #DownloadTheApp
2 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Promotional graphic encouraging parents to download the Decatur County Schools app and check if they’ve received a specific text message about using Rooms for school communication. The image features a phone showing the text message, a QR code to download the app, and contact update information. It includes The Bearcat Way logo and mentions updating contact info in person at the DCBOE office or online. Bold headlines read “HAVE YOU RECEIVED THIS TEXT?” and “DOWNLOAD THE DECATUR COUNTY SCHOOLS APP TODAY!”
School Supply Lists are NOW ONLINE! Go to the Documents Tab at Decatur County Schools and Click the 2025 -2026 School Supply List Folder or Click the link Below: https://www.dcboe.com/documents/2025---2026-school-supply-lists/824542
2 months ago, Decatur County Schools
📚🎉 Congratulations to these amazing teachers! 🎉📚 Each of them had 100% or more typical growth on the iReady Reading Assessment — a powerful sign that their students made gains in reading this year! 👏 Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and passion for helping students grow as readers. Your impact is truly inspiring! 💛📖
3 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Group of educators holding certificates of achievement, posed in front of a purple background.
🍽️ Summer Feeding Starts Tuesday, June 3rd! We’re excited to kick off our Summer Feeding Program with 5-day breakfast & lunch meal packs available every Tuesday from 11 AM – 1 PM — first come, first served. 👉 Child must be present to receive meals, unless a parent pickup form was returned to the school. This summer, we're partnering with Second Harvest, and we appreciate your patience as we navigate this new adventure together! 💡 If your preferred site runs out, please consider visiting another location. Let’s work together to make sure every child is fed this summer! ☀️🥪 #SummerFeeding #SecondHarvest #CommunitySupport
3 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Flyer for “Happy Helpings: Georgia’s Summer Food Service Program” providing free meals to children aged 0–18 on a first-come, first-served basis. Children must be present to receive meals. Sponsored by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning and Decatur County Schools. Meals are distributed every Tuesday from June 3 to July 22, between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Pickup locations include Decatur County Board of Education, Hutto Elementary School, Bainbridge High School, and United Steel Workers Local 170. For more information, text “Summer Meals” to 914-342-7744 or visit HappyHelpingsga.com.
Do you have a child ages 3-16 interested in gymnastics ? Join us for Twirling Through a Million Dreams with the BHS GymCats this summer! June 23-26 from 9:00-12:00 at Bainbridge High School. Hope to see everyone at the Greatest Camp! Camp cost $65, t-shirt cost $25.00. Registration due by June 12th to save your spot using this Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/o7xQQSkeauTGSGqBA
3 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Do you have a child ages 3-16 interested in gymnastics ? Join us for Twirling Through a Million Dreams with the BHS GymCats this summer! June 23-26 from 9:00-12:00 at Bainbridge High School. Hope to see everyone at the Greatest Camp! Camp cost $65, t-shirt cost $25.00. Registration due by June 12th to save your spot !
📢 Report Card Pick-Up for K-8 Students 📅 Friday, May 23 🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 At your child’s school Parents and guardians, report cards will be available for pick-up between 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM at each K-8 school. 📬 Any report cards not picked up by 1:00 PM will be mailed home. Thank you for your continued support this school year! #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #DCS #DCBOE #ReportCards
3 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Report card announcement graphic for K–8th grade. States on-site report card pickup is Friday, May 23, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at each child's school. Features a stylized bearcat mascot with a graduation cap.
We’re so proud of our Jones Wheat and West Bainbridge students for an amazing year of growth, learning, and achievement. 🐾💛 Congratulations to all of our award recipients and graduates — now it’s time to enjoy summer! ☀️🎓 To see the Full Album, Follow the Decatur County Schools Facebook Page: Facebook.com/DCBOE #JonesWheatPrimary #WestBainbridgePrimary #EndOfYearCelebration
3 months ago, Decatur County Schools
Three young children wearing royal blue graduation gowns and caps stand together on a gymnasium floor, gathered around a microphone. One child is speaking into the mic while the others stand attentively, appearing to recite or sing. A colorful backdrop is visible behind them.
A young girl wearing a light blue lace dress and a pink paper lei decorated with gold butterflies and “2025” cutouts smiles at the camera. She stands in line with other children dressed in nice clothes, appearing to be part of a school awards or graduation event.
a gym full of children with their hands raised in the air
WBP will be having our Parent and Family Engagement Segment on May 30th @ 1pm. We would like to invite any parents that are available to attend. Also, the link below is a quick questionnaire regarding how we can best use resources to serve our school community at WBP we would love your input! https://forms.gle/W8iyQhdcs7urmtYP9
3 months ago, WBP Admin
PFE Segment
📢 Early Release – Wednesday, May 21, 2025 📢 The Decatur County Board of Education would like to remind families that Wednesday, May 21 will be an early release day for all students. Dismissal times for car riders are as follows: 🚗 Bainbridge High & West Bainbridge Primary – 11:45 AM 🚗 Hutto Elementary & Jones Wheat Primary – 11:50 AM 🚗 Bainbridge Middle School – 12:00 PM 🚌 Bus routes will begin approximately 10–15 minutes after car rider dismissal at each school. Please plan accordingly and thank you for your continued support! #DecaturCountySchools #EarlyRelease #BearcatFamily
3 months ago, Decatur County Schools
The two images show official letters from Decatur County Schools regarding early release for school improvement on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Below is a summary of the information provided in both the English and Spanish versions:
The two images show official letters from Decatur County Schools regarding early release for school improvement on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Below is a summary of the information provided in both the English and Spanish versions
Happy School Principal's Day! Last week we celebrated the leadership, dedication, and heart of our principal, Mrs. Ross! From guiding our school with wisdom and grace to supporting students, staff, and families every single day — your impact reaches far beyond the walls of your office. Thank you for being a role model, a problem solver, and a constant source of encouragement. Our school is a better place because of you!
4 months ago, WBP
Mrs. Ross standing with flowers