Decatur County Schools
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💜💛 A Great Night to Be a Bearcat! 🐾🏈
A 25–15 victory over Monroe and a special celebration of our BHS Homecoming Court made for a memorable night at Centennial Field! 👑✨
#BearcatPride #TheBearcatWay #BainbridgeHighSchool
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.
Due to weather concerns with Hurricane Isaias, the BHS Homecoming Dance scheduled for Saturday has been canceled. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We will be issuing refunds to all students who purchased tickets. Thank you for your understanding.
🏆 REGION CHAMPIONSHIP SECURED! 🏆🏈🔥
Our 8th Grade Bearcats showed up, showed out, and BROUGHT HOME THE REGION CHAMPIONSHIP! 💪🐾
With an impressive 22–6 victory over the Thomasville Bulldogs, these young athletes proved what hard work, determination, teamwork, and HEART can accomplish!
Congratulations to our players and coaches on an incredible championship win! The future of Bearcat Football is looking BRIGHT! 🌟
WAY TO BRING IT HOME, BEARCATS! 🏆
#BearcatPride #Champions #TheBearcatWay #BearcatFootball #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Our 8th Grade Bearcats showed up, showed out, and BROUGHT HOME THE REGION CHAMPIONSHIP! 💪🐾
With an impressive 22–6 victory over the Thomasville Bulldogs, these young athletes proved what hard work, determination, teamwork, and HEART can accomplish!
Congratulations to our players and coaches on an incredible championship win! The future of Bearcat Football is looking BRIGHT! 🌟
WAY TO BRING IT HOME, BEARCATS! 🏆
#BearcatPride #Champions #TheBearcatWay #BearcatFootball #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
🎓 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! 💜💛
🥁🎶 Drumming Up Excitement for GA Pre-K Week! 💜💛
The Bainbridge High School Band is helping us celebrate Georgia Pre-K Week in a BIG way! Our talented Bearcat musicians are visiting our primary schools and bringing the beat, energy, and plenty of Bearcat spirit to our youngest students! 🐾
What a fun way for our little Bearcats to experience the excitement of music and see what they have to look forward to as they grow through Decatur County Schools!
Thank you, BHS Band, for making GA Pre-K Week extra special! 🥁🎺🎶
#GAPreKWeek #BearcatPride #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #BHSBand #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
The Bainbridge High School Band is helping us celebrate Georgia Pre-K Week in a BIG way! Our talented Bearcat musicians are visiting our primary schools and bringing the beat, energy, and plenty of Bearcat spirit to our youngest students! 🐾
What a fun way for our little Bearcats to experience the excitement of music and see what they have to look forward to as they grow through Decatur County Schools!
Thank you, BHS Band, for making GA Pre-K Week extra special! 🥁🎺🎶
#GAPreKWeek #BearcatPride #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #BHSBand #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
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!
Happy 250th Birthday, America!
Bainbridge Middle School invites families and community members to step back in time at the Semiquincentennial Wax Museum!
QUEST/Advanced Content students will bring history to life as we celebrate 250 years of America. Come see their hard work, creativity, and learning on display!
📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Bainbridge Middle School
⭐ Presented by QUEST/Advanced Content Students
We hope you’ll join us for this special evening of history and celebration! 🇺🇸
#DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay #BainbridgeMiddleSchool #QUEST #America250 #Semiquincentennial #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
Bainbridge Middle School invites families and community members to step back in time at the Semiquincentennial Wax Museum!
QUEST/Advanced Content students will bring history to life as we celebrate 250 years of America. Come see their hard work, creativity, and learning on display!
📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Bainbridge Middle School
⭐ Presented by QUEST/Advanced Content Students
We hope you’ll join us for this special evening of history and celebration! 🇺🇸
#DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay #BainbridgeMiddleSchool #QUEST #America250 #Semiquincentennial #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
📚 Learning Together. Leading Together.
Last week, our instructional leaders had the opportunity to attend the GACIS Conference, where they spent time learning, collaborating, and bringing back new ideas to strengthen teaching and learning across our district.
Throughout the conference, our team received important updates from the Georgia Department of Education and learned from incredible speakers, including:
⭐ Dr. Jenni Donohoo — Strengthening Collective Efficacy in Schools
⭐ Jeff Utecht — Generational AI: Bridging the Past, Present, and Future of Leadership
⭐ Elena Aguilar — How to Make Every Conversation Count
We are also SUPER PROUD of our very own Deanna Cross, who represented Decatur County Schools by presenting a breakout session, From Belief to Impact: AI for Instructional Leaders! 👏💜💛
It was a great few days of learning together, challenging our thinking, and returning home ready to put that learning into action as we continue to lead and support our schools.
Lead with Purpose. Learn with Intent. Lift Every Learner.
Last week, our instructional leaders had the opportunity to attend the GACIS Conference, where they spent time learning, collaborating, and bringing back new ideas to strengthen teaching and learning across our district.
Throughout the conference, our team received important updates from the Georgia Department of Education and learned from incredible speakers, including:
⭐ Dr. Jenni Donohoo — Strengthening Collective Efficacy in Schools
⭐ Jeff Utecht — Generational AI: Bridging the Past, Present, and Future of Leadership
⭐ Elena Aguilar — How to Make Every Conversation Count
We are also SUPER PROUD of our very own Deanna Cross, who represented Decatur County Schools by presenting a breakout session, From Belief to Impact: AI for Instructional Leaders! 👏💜💛
It was a great few days of learning together, challenging our thinking, and returning home ready to put that learning into action as we continue to lead and support our schools.
Lead with Purpose. Learn with Intent. Lift Every Learner.
🍂💜 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 💜💛
Today is the last day to register! (10/5)
2026 Downtown Homecoming Parade
📅 Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕔 Parade Begins: 5:00 PM
🚗 Line-Up Starts: 3:30 PM at the Old Bainbridge Middle School/Coliseum
💲 Entry Fee: $10
🗓️ Entry Deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026 by 12:00 PM
Come join the fun and show your Bearcat spirit as we celebrate Homecoming in true Bainbridge style!
📄 Complete the Parade Application and Disclaimer form to participate:
👉 https://drive.google.com/.../1VOEnjimefM6.../view...
Please return both completed forms and the $10 entry fee to Marcie Jones at Bainbridge High School.
📞 (229) 248-2230
🏫1 Bearcat Blvd. Bainbridge, GA 39819
📧 majones@dcboe.com
2026 Downtown Homecoming Parade
📅 Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕔 Parade Begins: 5:00 PM
🚗 Line-Up Starts: 3:30 PM at the Old Bainbridge Middle School/Coliseum
💲 Entry Fee: $10
🗓️ Entry Deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026 by 12:00 PM
Come join the fun and show your Bearcat spirit as we celebrate Homecoming in true Bainbridge style!
📄 Complete the Parade Application and Disclaimer form to participate:
👉 https://drive.google.com/.../1VOEnjimefM6.../view...
Please return both completed forms and the $10 entry fee to Marcie Jones at Bainbridge High School.
📞 (229) 248-2230
🏫1 Bearcat Blvd. Bainbridge, GA 39819
📧 majones@dcboe.com
🏆💜💛 DECATUR COUNTY TEACHER OF THE YEAR! 💛💜🏆
Congratulations to Dr. Tracy Champagne of Bainbridge High School, our 2026–2027 Decatur County School System Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Dr. Champagne represents the very best of Decatur County Schools—dedication to students, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for making a difference each and every day.
Being named District Teacher of the Year is an incredible honor, and we are so proud to have Dr. Champagne represent the outstanding educators who serve our students across Decatur County Schools.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Tracy Champagne on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🐾
💜 Excellence. Engagement. Accountability for ALL. 💛
Congratulations to Dr. Tracy Champagne of Bainbridge High School, our 2026–2027 Decatur County School System Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Dr. Champagne represents the very best of Decatur County Schools—dedication to students, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for making a difference each and every day.
Being named District Teacher of the Year is an incredible honor, and we are so proud to have Dr. Champagne represent the outstanding educators who serve our students across Decatur County Schools.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Tracy Champagne on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🐾
💜 Excellence. Engagement. Accountability for ALL. 💛
🏭💜💛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
💜💛 Happy Custodian Appreciation Day! 💛💜
Today, we’re proud to recognize Ms. PeeWee and Mr. Dwight, the wonderful custodians who help keep the Decatur County Schools Central Office clean, welcoming, and ready for everyone who walks through our doors.
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and all the things you do each day—both seen and unseen. We appreciate you and are grateful to have you as part of our DCS family! 🧹✨🐾
Happy Custodian Appreciation Day, Ms. PeeWee and Mr. Dwight!
#CustodianAppreciationDay #DCSFamily #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools 💜💛
Today, we’re proud to recognize Ms. PeeWee and Mr. Dwight, the wonderful custodians who help keep the Decatur County Schools Central Office clean, welcoming, and ready for everyone who walks through our doors.
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and all the things you do each day—both seen and unseen. We appreciate you and are grateful to have you as part of our DCS family! 🧹✨🐾
Happy Custodian Appreciation Day, Ms. PeeWee and Mr. Dwight!
#CustodianAppreciationDay #DCSFamily #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools 💜💛
🍂🔬 Primary QUEST students had a Fall-tastic QUEST Rally this week at the Cloud Livestock Facility! Led by Mrs. Teresa and Mrs. Melinda (UGA Extension/4-H), students continued exploring their universal theme of “Change” through chemical reactions. Students made biodegradable plastic, used a vinegar solution to remove oxidation from coins, and tested different ingredients to see which best prevented enzymatic browning in apples. 🍎🧪
🍂🔬 Primary QUEST students had a Fall-tastic QUEST Rally this week at the Cloud Livestock Facility! Led by Mrs. Teresa and Mrs. Melinda (UGA Extension/4-H), students continued exploring their universal theme of “Change” through chemical reactions. Students made biodegradable plastic, used a vinegar solution to remove oxidation from coins, and tested different ingredients to see which best prevented enzymatic browning in apples. 🍎🧪
