Interested in becoming a substitute teacher?
Decatur County Schools is hosting a Substitute Training Session on Friday, October 23, at 1:00 PM!
📍 Location: Decatur County Board of Education
1417 Dothan Road, Bainbridge, GA
Substitute teachers play an important role in supporting our students, teachers, and schools. We invite those interested in substitute teaching to join us for this training opportunity!
💜💛 Be part of the Bearcat family!
#DecaturCountySchools #BearcatPride #SubstituteTeaching #TheBearcatWay
Decatur County Schools is hosting a Substitute Training Session on Friday, October 23, at 1:00 PM!
📍 Location: Decatur County Board of Education
1417 Dothan Road, Bainbridge, GA
Substitute teachers play an important role in supporting our students, teachers, and schools. We invite those interested in substitute teaching to join us for this training opportunity!
💜💛 Be part of the Bearcat family!
#DecaturCountySchools #BearcatPride #SubstituteTeaching #TheBearcatWay
📚💛 Calling All Daycare Providers in Decatur County! 💛📚
We want to partner with YOU!
Building strong readers doesn’t begin when children enter kindergarten—it begins with all of us working together from the very start. Decatur County Schools is excited to invite our local licensed daycare providers to a FREE community literacy event!
Join us as we share practical literacy strategies, hands-on activities, helpful resources, and ideas that you can take right back to the children you serve. We believe that when our schools, daycares, families, and community work together, we can make a lasting difference in early literacy. ❤️📖
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 8:00–10:30 AM
📍 Decatur County Board of Education – Excellence Hall
Each attending program will also receive a FREE literacy toolkit!
👉 Check out the flyer below and register today!
Stronger Readers. Brighter Futures. 🌱📚
Together, we can build a more literate community!
We want to partner with YOU!
Building strong readers doesn’t begin when children enter kindergarten—it begins with all of us working together from the very start. Decatur County Schools is excited to invite our local licensed daycare providers to a FREE community literacy event!
Join us as we share practical literacy strategies, hands-on activities, helpful resources, and ideas that you can take right back to the children you serve. We believe that when our schools, daycares, families, and community work together, we can make a lasting difference in early literacy. ❤️📖
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 8:00–10:30 AM
📍 Decatur County Board of Education – Excellence Hall
Each attending program will also receive a FREE literacy toolkit!
👉 Check out the flyer below and register today!
Stronger Readers. Brighter Futures. 🌱📚
Together, we can build a more literate community!
10/8/2026 Decatur County Schools Special Weather Statement (Update 6:30 pm)
ALL DECATUR COUNTY SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026.
Due to rapid intensification and the uncertainty of the final path of Hurricane Isaias, Decatur County Schools will be closed on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Faculty and Staff will report back to work on Monday, October 12, 2026. Students will return on Monday, October 19, 2026.
Stay weather aware and stay safe!
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT: NORMAL OPERATIONS FRIDAY 10/9
Decatur County Schools will operate as normal on Friday, October 9. However, all after-school activities on Friday and throughout the weekend are canceled out of an abundance of caution.
DCS continues to monitor Hurricane Isaias in coordination with Decatur County Emergency Management. Storm impacts are expected to reach our area Friday night and continue into Saturday. We encourage everyone to stay safe. The safety and well-being of our Bearcat Family remains our top priority.
Decatur County Schools will operate as normal on Friday, October 9. However, all after-school activities on Friday and throughout the weekend are canceled out of an abundance of caution.
DCS continues to monitor Hurricane Isaias in coordination with Decatur County Emergency Management. Storm impacts are expected to reach our area Friday night and continue into Saturday. We encourage everyone to stay safe. The safety and well-being of our Bearcat Family remains our top priority.
🎓 Report Cards Coming Soon! 🎓
Decatur County Schools students’ progress reports will be released on October 8th
📊 Don’t wait to stay informed!
Parents and guardians can check grades, attendance, and more anytime through the Parent Portal (Infinite Campus):
👉 https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/decaturco.jsp
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay
Decatur County Schools students’ progress reports will be released on October 8th
📊 Don’t wait to stay informed!
Parents and guardians can check grades, attendance, and more anytime through the Parent Portal (Infinite Campus):
👉 https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/decaturco.jsp
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay
Decatur County Schools would like to inform everyone that we are continuously monitoring Tropical Storm Isaias, that is moving in the Gulf of Mexico.
At this time, there are NO changes to our school day schedules. We will continue to determine if strengthening or an adjustment of the track of the storm will impact Decatur County.
As always, the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff remain our top priority.
At this time, there are NO changes to our school day schedules. We will continue to determine if strengthening or an adjustment of the track of the storm will impact Decatur County.
As always, the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff remain our top priority.
📚⚖️ Lunch & Learn: Guardianship
Join the DCS Parent Mentor for an informative Lunch & Learn session focused on Guardianship with speaker Megan Heckman.
📅 Updated Date: October 21st
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Training Room 4 at DCBOE
🗣️ Topic: Guardianship
📌 Please RSVP by October 19th.
For more information or to RSVP, contact DCS Parent Mentor Julie Lawler at 229-240-2020.
We hope you’ll join us for this opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect! 💜💛
Join the DCS Parent Mentor for an informative Lunch & Learn session focused on Guardianship with speaker Megan Heckman.
📅 Updated Date: October 21st
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Training Room 4 at DCBOE
🗣️ Topic: Guardianship
📌 Please RSVP by October 19th.
For more information or to RSVP, contact DCS Parent Mentor Julie Lawler at 229-240-2020.
We hope you’ll join us for this opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect! 💜💛
BHS Homecoming Weather Update:
Due to weather concerns, the Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally in Downtown Bainbridge scheduled for Thursday (10/8) have been canceled.
The BHS Varsity Football Game has been moved to Thursday, October 8, at 7:30 PM at Centennial Field.
Please help us spread the word! GO CATS!
🍂💜 Fall Break is almost here, Bearcats! 💛🍁
Decatur County Schools will be closed for students Monday, October 12 through Friday, October 16 for Fall Break.
📚 Monday, October 12 will be a Teacher Professional Development Day for DCS staff.
We hope all of our students and families enjoy a fun, safe, and relaxing Fall Break! Take some time to recharge, make memories, and enjoy the season. 🍂🎃
#DecaturCountySchools #BearcatPride #FallBreak #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture 💜💛
Decatur County Schools will be closed for students Monday, October 12 through Friday, October 16 for Fall Break.
📚 Monday, October 12 will be a Teacher Professional Development Day for DCS staff.
We hope all of our students and families enjoy a fun, safe, and relaxing Fall Break! Take some time to recharge, make memories, and enjoy the season. 🍂🎃
#DecaturCountySchools #BearcatPride #FallBreak #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture 💜💛
🏭💜💛Happy Manufacturing Day!
Our young innovators at Hutto Elementary are getting a hands-on look at the world of manufacturing! ⚙️
Through their Cube Crew Factory, students are exploring creativity, problem-solving, and the manufacturing process while bringing their own designs to life using 3D printing pens!
Experiences like these introduce our Bearcats to exciting career possibilities while building the skills of tomorrow's workforce. The future starts HERE! 🐾
#ManufacturingDay #TheBearcatWay #HuttoElementary #FutureInnovators #DecaturCountySchools #MFGDay26
🎓 Report Cards Coming Soon! 🎓
Decatur County Schools students’ progress reports will be released on October 8th
📊 Don’t wait to stay informed!
Parents and guardians can check grades, attendance, and more anytime through the Parent Portal (Infinite Campus):
👉 https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/decaturco.jsp
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay
Decatur County Schools students’ progress reports will be released on October 8th
📊 Don’t wait to stay informed!
Parents and guardians can check grades, attendance, and more anytime through the Parent Portal (Infinite Campus):
👉 https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/decaturco.jsp
#BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay
Join us as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week October 23-October 30!
🌟 HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS! 🌟 We are so grateful for our generous local partners who helped make our recent faculty and staff appreciation event such a special success! Because of their support, our incredible team enjoyed a fun scratch-off lottery where everyone walked away a winner! 🎟️✨
Please join us in thanking these fantastic local businesses for supporting our school community:
🥤 Flint River Nutrition 🍦 Health & Yogurt Shop 🍰 Isaac’s Bakery 💊 Bainbridge Pharmacy
We truly couldn't do what we do without a community that stands behind our educators and staff. Next time you visit these local spots, be sure to drop a "thank you" for their generosity! 💙🙌 #CommunitySupport #BainbridgeGA #Grateful #ThankYouSponsors #SchoolCommunity #SupportLocal
Please join us in thanking these fantastic local businesses for supporting our school community:
🥤 Flint River Nutrition 🍦 Health & Yogurt Shop 🍰 Isaac’s Bakery 💊 Bainbridge Pharmacy
We truly couldn't do what we do without a community that stands behind our educators and staff. Next time you visit these local spots, be sure to drop a "thank you" for their generosity! 💙🙌 #CommunitySupport #BainbridgeGA #Grateful #ThankYouSponsors #SchoolCommunity #SupportLocal
🥪📚 Join us for our next Lunch & Learn! DCS Parent Mentor Julie Lawler invites families to learn more about Guardianship with guest speaker Megan Heckman.
📅 October 19 | ⏰ 12:00 PM | 📍 Training Room 4 at DCBOE
For more information, call 229-240-2020. 💜💛
📅 October 19 | ⏰ 12:00 PM | 📍 Training Room 4 at DCBOE
For more information, call 229-240-2020. 💜💛
🍽️ Lunch & Learn: Guardianship
Join the DCS Parent Mentor for an informative Lunch & Learn session focused on Guardianship with guest speaker Megan Heckman.
📅 October 19
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Training Room 4 at DCBOE
For more information, contact DCS Parent Mentor Julie Lawler at 229-240-2020. 💜💛
Join the DCS Parent Mentor for an informative Lunch & Learn session focused on Guardianship with guest speaker Megan Heckman.
📅 October 19
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Training Room 4 at DCBOE
For more information, contact DCS Parent Mentor Julie Lawler at 229-240-2020. 💜💛
Nothing brings people together quite like telling jokes and listening to Dolly Parton! 🎶💜💛
New Teacher Induction with Dr. Gardner went extremely well! Our newest educators spent time connecting, laughing, learning, and building a strong foundation for the year ahead.
We’re committed to making sure our new Bearcats feel welcomed, encouraged, and supported throughout their first year in education.
Because when you’re a Bearcat, you’re never in it alone. That’s the Bearcat Way! 💜💛🐾
New Teacher Induction with Dr. Gardner went extremely well! Our newest educators spent time connecting, laughing, learning, and building a strong foundation for the year ahead.
We’re committed to making sure our new Bearcats feel welcomed, encouraged, and supported throughout their first year in education.
Because when you’re a Bearcat, you’re never in it alone. That’s the Bearcat Way! 💜💛🐾
Help us celebrate attendance awareness month!
💛 GO GOLD for Childhood Cancer Awareness! 🎗️
We’re asking our community to join Decatur County Schools in wearing GOLD on Tuesday, September 22 in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
Together, we can raise awareness and show support for children and families impacted by childhood cancer. 💛
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools
We’re asking our community to join Decatur County Schools in wearing GOLD on Tuesday, September 22 in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
Together, we can raise awareness and show support for children and families impacted by childhood cancer. 💛
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools
Your child’s online activity can sometimes be a window into their emotional well-being. Get simple guidance on noticing changes in behavior and supporting healthy digital habits at home.
Find tips on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/en/952/decatur-county/677/what-does-teen-depression-look-like-now
Find tips on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/en/952/decatur-county/677/what-does-teen-depression-look-like-now
📚 Get Ready to Kick off Georgia Reads Week! 💜💛
Reading together is one of the simplest ways to build vocabulary, spark imagination, and create meaningful connections with children. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, educator, community member, or friend—you can be part of building a stronger culture of literacy.
Grab a book, share a story, and help us show that WE CAN READ! 📖🐾
#GeorgiaReadsDay #GeorgiaReadsWeek #WeCanRead #BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools
