🔥🙌 A big thank you to First National Bank for teaming up with Decatur County Schools to cook up something special for our educators!
With your support, our teachers and staff will enjoy a delicious way to feel celebrated and appreciated. 🍔👩🏫
#BearcatWay #CommunityStrong #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #GrillingForTheGreatest #FirstNationalBank
With your support, our teachers and staff will enjoy a delicious way to feel celebrated and appreciated. 🍔👩🏫
#BearcatWay #CommunityStrong #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #GrillingForTheGreatest #FirstNationalBank
🚒 Building Futures with Bainbridge Public Safety 🔥
Bainbridge Public Safety (BPS) recently visited Bainbridge High School to support Leroy Akins’ Criminal Justice class. BPS brought two fire trucks for students to explore and shared lessons on fire safety, the classes of fires, and the types of fire extinguishers — perfectly aligning with what students have been learning in class.
This visit gave students a real-world connection to their studies and highlighted the importance of careers in public safety. We appreciate BPS for partnering with us to provide these hands-on opportunities that prepare students for future careers and help keep jobs here in our community. That’s The Bearcat Way! 🐾
#BainbridgePublicSafety #CriminalJusticePathway #CareerPathways #HandsOnLearning #FireSafetyEducation #BainbridgeHighSchool #BuildingFutures #CTAE #StudentOpportunities #CommunityPartnership #PublicSafetyCareers #KeepJobsLocal #TheBearcatWAY
Bainbridge Public Safety (BPS) recently visited Bainbridge High School to support Leroy Akins’ Criminal Justice class. BPS brought two fire trucks for students to explore and shared lessons on fire safety, the classes of fires, and the types of fire extinguishers — perfectly aligning with what students have been learning in class.
This visit gave students a real-world connection to their studies and highlighted the importance of careers in public safety. We appreciate BPS for partnering with us to provide these hands-on opportunities that prepare students for future careers and help keep jobs here in our community. That’s The Bearcat Way! 🐾
#BainbridgePublicSafety #CriminalJusticePathway #CareerPathways #HandsOnLearning #FireSafetyEducation #BainbridgeHighSchool #BuildingFutures #CTAE #StudentOpportunities #CommunityPartnership #PublicSafetyCareers #KeepJobsLocal #TheBearcatWAY
🎉 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month – The Bearcat Way! 🎉
Join us as we honor the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. 🌎✨ This month, we celebrate the traditions, stories, and voices that shape our schools and inspire our students every day.
💜 Proud Tradition. Promising Future. 💜
#HispanicHeritageMonth #BearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Join us as we honor the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. 🌎✨ This month, we celebrate the traditions, stories, and voices that shape our schools and inspire our students every day.
💜 Proud Tradition. Promising Future. 💜
#HispanicHeritageMonth #BearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
📊💜 Join the Bearcat Family!
Do you enjoy working with numbers and keeping things organized?
Want to play an important role in supporting our schools every day?
Become a Clerical / Data Bookkeeper — where accuracy meets impact, and your work helps our schools run smoothly! 🌟
Go Online and Apply today:
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
or Give Us a Call: 229-248-2200
#DecaturCountySchools #ClericalJobs #DataBookkeeper #JoinOurTeam #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Do you enjoy working with numbers and keeping things organized?
Want to play an important role in supporting our schools every day?
Become a Clerical / Data Bookkeeper — where accuracy meets impact, and your work helps our schools run smoothly! 🌟
Go Online and Apply today:
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home
or Give Us a Call: 229-248-2200
#DecaturCountySchools #ClericalJobs #DataBookkeeper #JoinOurTeam #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
The Georgia Educational Technology Conference (GAETC) annually recognizes educators who exemplify outstanding innovation, leadership, and impact in integrating technology into teaching and learning through the prestigious Rising Star Educator Award. Candidates are nominated by their peers and required to submit compelling evidence along with a video showcasing their contributions, achievements, and the positive influence they have made on students, teachers, and the broader school community through the use of technology.
We are proud to announce that Mrs. Samantha Palmer, Media Specialist at Hutto Elementary School, has been selected as one of this year’s Rising Star Educators. She will be formally recognized and honored at the upcoming GAETC Conference in November, where she will also be considered as a featured speaker. Her dedication and innovative approach serve as an inspiring example of how technology can transform education.
Mrs. Palmer shared, “I am truly honored to be nominated for this award, and being one of just four educators recognized across Georgia is incredible to me. Each week, I organize my time around ensuring students have the best possible learning experiences and that teachers feel supported and equipped. Being a media specialist allows me the unique opportunity to connect with all students and help them build a love for both reading and technology. My goal is for every student to have something meaningful and impactful to share with their parents at the end of the day. There’s nothing more rewarding than hearing a child excitedly share something special they experienced at school that day. What I enjoy most is combining literacy and technology, because when those two come together, amazing things can happen.”
Way to shine, Mrs. Palmer! Congratulations!
#GAETC #RisingStar #HES #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay #PromisingFuture
We are proud to announce that Mrs. Samantha Palmer, Media Specialist at Hutto Elementary School, has been selected as one of this year’s Rising Star Educators. She will be formally recognized and honored at the upcoming GAETC Conference in November, where she will also be considered as a featured speaker. Her dedication and innovative approach serve as an inspiring example of how technology can transform education.
Mrs. Palmer shared, “I am truly honored to be nominated for this award, and being one of just four educators recognized across Georgia is incredible to me. Each week, I organize my time around ensuring students have the best possible learning experiences and that teachers feel supported and equipped. Being a media specialist allows me the unique opportunity to connect with all students and help them build a love for both reading and technology. My goal is for every student to have something meaningful and impactful to share with their parents at the end of the day. There’s nothing more rewarding than hearing a child excitedly share something special they experienced at school that day. What I enjoy most is combining literacy and technology, because when those two come together, amazing things can happen.”
Way to shine, Mrs. Palmer! Congratulations!
#GAETC #RisingStar #HES #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay #PromisingFuture
💛💛💛Go Gold for Jeremy and Childhood Cancer Awareness Day💛💛💛
Friday, September 19th
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Decatur County Schools invites the entire community to join us as we honor one of our own, Jeremy Backey.
On Friday, September 19, we encourage everyone—students, staff, families, and community members—to wear gold in memory of Jeremy’s life and in support of all children and families affected by childhood cancer.
This special tradition began at Jones-Wheat Primary, started by Mrs. Otha Backey in honor of her son, and now we are extending the invitation to the whole district and the Bainbridge community to join together.
Let’s fill our schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods with gold as a symbol of hope, strength, and support. Thank you for helping us honor Jeremy and stand united in raising awareness for childhood cancer.
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGoldforJeremy #TheBearcatWay #BearcatFamily #Community
Friday, September 19th
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Decatur County Schools invites the entire community to join us as we honor one of our own, Jeremy Backey.
On Friday, September 19, we encourage everyone—students, staff, families, and community members—to wear gold in memory of Jeremy’s life and in support of all children and families affected by childhood cancer.
This special tradition began at Jones-Wheat Primary, started by Mrs. Otha Backey in honor of her son, and now we are extending the invitation to the whole district and the Bainbridge community to join together.
Let’s fill our schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods with gold as a symbol of hope, strength, and support. Thank you for helping us honor Jeremy and stand united in raising awareness for childhood cancer.
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGoldforJeremy #TheBearcatWay #BearcatFamily #Community
✨🍽️ JWP 'Rolled' Out the Red Carpet! 🍽️✨
Jones Wheat Primary School literally rolled out the red carpet for our guests during Goodies with the Grands — a special cinnamon roll breakfast honoring our grandparents! 🥰
A huge thank you to:
👏 Our School Police Officers for keeping the event safe
👩🍳 Our amazing nutrition staff for their famous cinnamon rolls
🎓 The JWP administration and staff for making every detail special
🙌 And of course, to everyone who joined us and made the morning unforgettable!
#BearcatFamily #GoodiesWithTheGrands #JWP #TheBearcatWay
🚨 GAMEDAY REMINDER – OPEN GATE SECURITY 🚨
All fans attending tonight’s Bainbridge Bearcats vs. Thomas County Central game at Centennial Field will go through OpenGate security systems (metal detectors) at every entrance. Please arrive early and plan accordingly.
✅ Gates open at 6:00 PM
✅ Students 8th grade & below must be accompanied by an adult over 18
✅ No re-entry once you leave the stadium
✅ Clear Bag Policy enforced – no bookbags allowed
🎶 Be in your seat by 7:15 PM for a special Pre-Game Show featuring Bearcat Broadcasting, the BHS Band, BHS Cheerleaders, and Air Force JROTC!
🏈 Kickoff vs. Thomas County Central is at 7:30 PM – let’s pack Centennial Field and cheer loud for our Bearcats! 💜💛🐾
#GoBearcats #BHSFootball #TheBearcatWay #FridayNightLights
All fans attending tonight’s Bainbridge Bearcats vs. Thomas County Central game at Centennial Field will go through OpenGate security systems (metal detectors) at every entrance. Please arrive early and plan accordingly.
✅ Gates open at 6:00 PM
✅ Students 8th grade & below must be accompanied by an adult over 18
✅ No re-entry once you leave the stadium
✅ Clear Bag Policy enforced – no bookbags allowed
🎶 Be in your seat by 7:15 PM for a special Pre-Game Show featuring Bearcat Broadcasting, the BHS Band, BHS Cheerleaders, and Air Force JROTC!
🏈 Kickoff vs. Thomas County Central is at 7:30 PM – let’s pack Centennial Field and cheer loud for our Bearcats! 💜💛🐾
#GoBearcats #BHSFootball #TheBearcatWay #FridayNightLights
🚨 Substitute Training Tomorrow! 🚨
Friday, September 12th at 9:00 AM at the Decatur County BOE
📍 1417 Dothan Rd, Bainbridge, GA
✅ Don’t miss this important session if you plan to substitute this school year!
#BearcatNation #DecaturCountySchools #SubstituteTraining #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Friday, September 12th at 9:00 AM at the Decatur County BOE
📍 1417 Dothan Rd, Bainbridge, GA
✅ Don’t miss this important session if you plan to substitute this school year!
#BearcatNation #DecaturCountySchools #SubstituteTraining #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Today, we remember.
On this Patriot Day, we honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the courage of first responders, service members, and ordinary citizens who showed extraordinary heroism. May we never forget their sacrifice and continue to stand united in hope and resilience.
On this Patriot Day, we honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the courage of first responders, service members, and ordinary citizens who showed extraordinary heroism. May we never forget their sacrifice and continue to stand united in hope and resilience.
☀️ Biscuits for the Best at West Bainbridge Primary!
Decatur County Schools Superintendent, our district office directors, and our friends at SunStop were thrilled to greet educators this morning with a sunny breakfast sponsored by SunStop—and yes, even Sunny the mascot joined in on the fun! 🎉
“Biscuits for the Best” is one of our favorite ways to show appreciation for the incredible educators who pour their hearts into our students each day. A warm breakfast and a friendly smile are just small tokens of gratitude, but they carry a big message: you are valued, you are supported, and you are the BEST. 💛
Thank you, educators—you make the difference every single day.
#BiscuitsForTheBest #ThankYouEducators #SunStopStores #CommunitySupport #TheBearcatWay
Decatur County Schools Superintendent, our district office directors, and our friends at SunStop were thrilled to greet educators this morning with a sunny breakfast sponsored by SunStop—and yes, even Sunny the mascot joined in on the fun! 🎉
“Biscuits for the Best” is one of our favorite ways to show appreciation for the incredible educators who pour their hearts into our students each day. A warm breakfast and a friendly smile are just small tokens of gratitude, but they carry a big message: you are valued, you are supported, and you are the BEST. 💛
Thank you, educators—you make the difference every single day.
#BiscuitsForTheBest #ThankYouEducators #SunStopStores #CommunitySupport #TheBearcatWay
Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
Get to Know Your Admin: Dr. Larry J. Clark
Safety and Youth Development Specialist, Decatur County Schools – Central Office
With 48 years of dedicated service, Dr. Larry J. Clark supports all schools across Decatur County by serving as a sounding board for students, parents, and staff. His role centers on ensuring stakeholders feel heard, offering feedback, and guiding the district toward continued growth in safety and youth development. Throughout his career, Dr. Clark has served at Hutto, Bainbridge Middle, Jones Wheat, and Bainbridge High.
His inspiration for entering education came from a lifelong desire to teach, coach, and support youth as they face the many trials of life. “Find yourself a job you like and you will never have to work a day in your life,” Clark believes. For him, education has always been more of a passion and hobby than a job.
The most rewarding part of his career is seeing the growth and maturity of youth as they take on new challenges in their walk of life. His personal mission is to ignite, inspire, and influence students to take an active and productive role as citizens who embrace lifelong learning.
Dr. Clark proudly reflects, "This is my home and I have thoroughly enjoyed the relationships that I have built over the many years of serving and working with parents, staff and students alike. "
A Bit More About Dr. Clark:
Hometown: Bainbridge, Georgia
Hobbies: Visiting family and friends, traveling with family
Favorite Show: Fred Sanford TV series
Thank you, Dr. Clark, for your decades of leadership, service, and Bearcat pride!
Safety and Youth Development Specialist, Decatur County Schools – Central Office
With 48 years of dedicated service, Dr. Larry J. Clark supports all schools across Decatur County by serving as a sounding board for students, parents, and staff. His role centers on ensuring stakeholders feel heard, offering feedback, and guiding the district toward continued growth in safety and youth development. Throughout his career, Dr. Clark has served at Hutto, Bainbridge Middle, Jones Wheat, and Bainbridge High.
His inspiration for entering education came from a lifelong desire to teach, coach, and support youth as they face the many trials of life. “Find yourself a job you like and you will never have to work a day in your life,” Clark believes. For him, education has always been more of a passion and hobby than a job.
The most rewarding part of his career is seeing the growth and maturity of youth as they take on new challenges in their walk of life. His personal mission is to ignite, inspire, and influence students to take an active and productive role as citizens who embrace lifelong learning.
Dr. Clark proudly reflects, "This is my home and I have thoroughly enjoyed the relationships that I have built over the many years of serving and working with parents, staff and students alike. "
A Bit More About Dr. Clark:
Hometown: Bainbridge, Georgia
Hobbies: Visiting family and friends, traveling with family
Favorite Show: Fred Sanford TV series
Thank you, Dr. Clark, for your decades of leadership, service, and Bearcat pride!
Welcome to the Bearcat Family!
✨ BHS Drama Director, Mrs. Apke is representing at the South Georgia Arts Symposium! A day filled with learning new ways to grow and promote the arts, while collaborating and sharing ideas with fellow creatives. 🎭🎨🎶
#ArtsInAction #SouthGeorgiaArts #CreativeCommunity #BHSFineArts
#ArtsInAction #SouthGeorgiaArts #CreativeCommunity #BHSFineArts
🚨 Attention Parents & Guardians! 🚨
📅 Mark your calendars! PROGRESS REPORTS will be sent home on Thursday, September 11, 2025
Stay informed about your student’s progress and celebrate their hard work! 📝✨
#TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #StayInformed #DCBOE #ProgressReports #DecaturCountySchools
📅 Mark your calendars! PROGRESS REPORTS will be sent home on Thursday, September 11, 2025
Stay informed about your student’s progress and celebrate their hard work! 📝✨
#TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #StayInformed #DCBOE #ProgressReports #DecaturCountySchools
🌟 Classroom Spotlight: Mrs. Schaaf’s 6th Graders + Magic School Study Bot! 🌟
This week, Mrs. Schaaf’s 6th-grade class turned test review into an adventure with the Magic School Study Bot! Instead of a traditional study guide, students explored their review material in an interactive and engaging way with the help of AI.
By the end of the lesson, students weren’t just reviewing for the test—they were thinking critically, collaborating, and realizing that AI can be a creative tool for learning. Mrs. Schaaf’s classroom showed that studying doesn’t have to be stressful when you add a little ✨magic✨ to the mix!
This week, Mrs. Schaaf’s 6th-grade class turned test review into an adventure with the Magic School Study Bot! Instead of a traditional study guide, students explored their review material in an interactive and engaging way with the help of AI.
By the end of the lesson, students weren’t just reviewing for the test—they were thinking critically, collaborating, and realizing that AI can be a creative tool for learning. Mrs. Schaaf’s classroom showed that studying doesn’t have to be stressful when you add a little ✨magic✨ to the mix!
