Decatur County Schools

The Bainbridge High School Concert Band, under the direction of Will Parker, invites you to an evening of powerful and patriotic music in honor of Veterans Day.

📅 Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Bainbridge High School Performing Arts Center

Let’s come together to celebrate our country and honor the brave men and women who have served.
🎺✨ Admission is free and open to the public!

#BainbridgeHigh #Bearcats #AmericanSalute #VeteransDay #CommunityEvent

3 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Poster for the Bainbridge High School Concert Band event titled “American Salute,” directed by Will Parker. The event is on November 11, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Bainbridge High School Performing Arts Center. The background features a close-up of the American flag.

Decatur County Schools extends our deepest condolences to the family of Dr. Eric McFee and to the entire Grady County School System during this time of profound loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

3 months ago, Decatur County Schools

A purple heart outlined in gold with the Grady County Schools emblem in the center, featuring a black letter G surrounded by a gold laurel wreath on a white circle

Biscuits for the Best at Bainbridge Middle School 🥰

Each month, Decatur County Schools and our friends at SunStop celebrate the incredible educators and staff who make our schools shine through Biscuits for the Best because when you’ve got the best, they deserve the biscuits! 💛

This month’s celebration was held at Bainbridge Middle School, where staff were treated to a warm breakfast and plenty of appreciation. Superintendent Dr. Boyd English, directors from the Central Office, and our friends from SunStop joined in to welcome teachers and ensure they had a sunny day! ☀️ Even Sunny, the SunStop mascot, stopped by to brighten everyone’s morning! 🌞

We’re so thankful for SunStop’s partnership in helping us recognize the amazing BMS team!

#BearcatPride #BMS #CommunityPartners #ThankYouSunStop #DecaturCountySchools

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Sunny the SunStop mascot poses with SunStop team members behind a table of breakfast biscuits and drinks.

Superintendent Dr. Boyd English smiles alongside Sunny the SunStop mascot and community partners at BMS.

Two SunStop representatives smile together at Bainbridge Middle School’s Biscuits for the Best event.

BMS staff line up to grab biscuits, juice, and water during the event.

A Bainbridge Middle School staff member wearing a Bearcats shirt picks up a breakfast biscuit and orange juice during Biscuits for the Best.

A smiling BMS staff member in a gold Bearcats shirt holds up her breakfast biscuit.

A BMS staff member smiles while holding a biscuit and orange juice, with Sunny the SunStop mascot in the background.

Sunny the SunStop mascot interacts with BMS staff as they grab breakfast items.

Superintendent Dr. Boyd English chats with a staff member while holding an orange juice bottle.

A BMS staff member prepares napkins and condiments for the Biscuits for the Best breakfast

📘✨ Happy National School Psychologist Week!
We appreciate our amazing Decatur County School Psychologist for the dedication, care, and support given to our students each day. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our Bearcats! 💛💜
#DecaturCountySchools #ThankYou #SchoolPsychologistWeek

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Graphic reading “Happy National School Psychologist Week” with a stylized brain illustration—half outlined in gold and half filled in purple with a white heart shape.

Thank you, Decatur County voters, for renewing ESPLOST and supporting our students, The Bearcat Way!

#ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Graphic announcing ESPLOST renewal passage, featuring large letters spelling “ESPLOST” filled with images of local school facilities and a penny replacing the “O.” A purple “PASSED” stamp is overlaid, and the text below reads “Thank You Decatur County Voters!” in a handwritten font on a purple background.

Day 3 of Camp Jekyll for Elementary QUEST Students: Ornithology and herpetology classes for 3rd graders and shark dissection and dock study for 4th and 5th graders.

4 months ago, Brandi Deal

Decatur County Schools is proud of Bainbridge High School Senior Gambler Dollar, named WCTV’s Scholar Athlete of the Week! 🐾 His dedication in the classroom and on the field reflects the excellence of Decatur County Schools. 📺 Tune in to WCTV tomorrow at 6 PM to catch his interview! Way to go, Gambler! 💜💛 #BearcatPride #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Bainbridge High Senior Gambler Dollar is interviewed by WCTV after being named Scholar Athlete of the Week.

Day 2 at Camp Jekyll was a success for elementary QUEST students! Marsh ecology, dock study, herpetology and so much more!

4 months ago, Brandi Deal

Bearcats CAN and We Will End Hunger! 🐾

Our community food drive is underway — November 3–14!
Let’s come together as a community to make a difference for local families this holiday season. 🛒 Every can counts!

Here’s what to donate:
✅ Nutritious Non-Perishables – Think canned tuna, beans, whole grains (brown rice, pasta), and low-sodium soups
✅ Pop-Top Lids – Easy-open cans for convenience
✅ Kid-Friendly Options – Peanut butter, granola bars, and other healthy, shelf-stable snacks
✅ Cooking Basics – Olive oil, spices, and seasonings

Let’s show what it means to live The Bearcat Way — caring, giving, and serving our community. 💜💛
#BearcatsCAN #EndHunger #TheBearcatWay #CommunityStrong

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Get out and VOTE, The Bearcat Way!
Thank you, ESPLOST for providing state-of-the-art facilities for students in Decatur County Schools!

💡 What is ESPLOST?
ESPLOST stands for Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. It’s a locally approved 1% sales tax used exclusively for education-related construction and improvements — helping fund facilities that benefit future generations of Bearcats. This tax has already been in place here in Decatur County, and allows our schools to grow and improve.
NOTE: As we examine the sample ballot, the measure for the ESPLOST renewal states, "Continuance of 1% Sales/Use Tax & Bond Issuance for Decatur County School District".

Want to hear more? Check out our Podcast:
https://youtu.be/tedFz4_HCwM?si=CUFOuAPqHkdIU_tK

#DecaturCountySchools #Vote #ESPLOST

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

The Power of Choice: Tie Tuesday at New Beginnings Learning Center

At New Beginnings Learning Center, a recent Tie Tuesday event brought a powerful message to life about the importance of the choices we make and the paths we take.

The young men of the Tie Tuesday Gentlemen’s Club participated in the barbershop-style gathering, which created a welcoming space for open and honest conversations. As students received free haircuts, they engaged in meaningful discussions about life, choices, and character with mentors from the community.

This program is designed to build confidence and connection, reminding students that their voices matter and that the choices they make today shape their futures.

Decatur County Schools extends sincere appreciation to the community members who volunteered their time to pour into our youth and offer encouragement and guidance.

Building trust, creating connections, and investing in our students is what it means to live The Bearcat Way.

#TheBearcatWay #BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools #Leadership #Mentorship #NBLC

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

A barber gives a student a haircut as others watch and listen during the Cuts and Convos session.

Two men share a warm hug in a school library setting, surrounded by bookshelves and signs reading “Everyone Belongs” and “Everyone Is Welcome.”

A police officer helps a student in a purple hoodie adjust his tie in a school hallway.

A group of students and mentors sit attentively in a library setting during a Tie Tuesday Gentlemen’s Club meeting.

A young man in a light purple shirt and tie listens intently during the Cuts and Convos discussion.

A close-up of a student receiving a lineup haircut during the Cuts and Convos event.

A mentor and student pose together in the library, smiling after the Cuts and Convos session.

Group photo of the Tie Tuesday Gentlemen’s Club, community members, and mentors at New Beginnings Learning Center.

Busy first day at Camp Jekyll for elementary QUEST students. Stay tuned for more to come!

4 months ago, Brandi Deal

The Bearcat Family’s Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family of Dahani Hicks as they navigate his passing after his courageous battle with cancer.
Dahani’s strength, kindness, and spirit touched so many lives, and his loss leaves a tremendous void in our school community.
He will remain Forever in our Hearts 💚

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Group photo of Decatur County Board of Education Central Office staff wearing various shades of green in support of “Wear Green for Dahani.” The image features a green background and a banner reading “DCBOE Central Office Staff” and “Wear Green for Dahani” with a green awareness ribbon

Tomorrow, November 4th, is Election Day🗳️
Get out and VOTE, The Bearcat Way!

#TheBearcatWay #GoBearcats #Vote #CivicPride

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Graphic with an American flag background and a bearcat mascot wearing a red, white, and blue Uncle Sam hat. Text reads: ‘Get out and VOTE the Bearcat Way! November 4t

Thank you Retired Educators!💜 Decatur County Schools proudly honors the dedicated men and women who devoted their time, energy, and hearts to shaping generations of students. Your years of service and lasting impact continue to inspire us each day. Thank you for your commitment, care, and the difference you’ve made in our community! 💜🍎 #TheBearcatWay #ThankYouEducators #RetiredEducatorsDay

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Happy Halloween Bearcats! 🎃

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Thank you, ESPLOST for providing state-of-the-art facilities for students in Decatur County Schools!

💡 What is ESPLOST?
ESPLOST stands for Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. It’s a locally approved 1% sales tax used exclusively for education-related construction and improvements — helping fund facilities that benefit future generations of Bearcats. This tax has already been in place here in Decatur County, and allows our schools to grow and improve.
NOTE: As we examine the sample ballot, the measure for the ESPLOST renewal states, "Continuance of 1% Sales/Use Tax & Bond Issuance for Decatur County School District".

Want to hear more? Check out our Podcast:
https://youtu.be/tedFz4_HCwM?si=CUFOuAPqHkdIU_tK
Get out and VOTE, The Bearcat Way!

#DecaturCountySchools #Vote #ESPLOST

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

A crowd gathers outside a large brick building with tall white columns for a ceremony, with American and state flags displayed and “Thank You, ESPLOST” written across the image in purple and gold.

Thank you, ESPLOST for providing state-of-the-art facilities for students in Decatur County Schools!

💡 What is ESPLOST?
ESPLOST stands for Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. It’s a locally approved 1% sales tax used exclusively for education-related construction and improvements — helping fund facilities that benefit future generations of Bearcats. This tax has already been in place here in Decatur County, and allows our schools to grow and improve.
NOTE: As we examine the sample ballot, the measure for the ESPLOST renewal states, "Continuance of 1% Sales/Use Tax & Bond Issuance for Decatur County School District".

Want to hear more? Check out our Podcast:
https://youtu.be/tedFz4_HCwM?si=CUFOuAPqHkdIU_tK

Get out and VOTE, The Bearcat Way!
#DecaturCountySchools #Vote #ESPLOST

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

A group of Decatur County School System leaders and community members stand in front of a school building during a ribbon-cutting ceremony, holding a large purple ribbon. The text overlay reads “Thank You, ESPLOST.

🚨 Substitute Training🚨
Friday, November 7th 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!
#DecaturCountySchools #SubstituteTraining #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Honoring United States Heroes
Join the Hutto Elementary School Show Choir for American Song — a special performance celebrating and honoring our Veterans!

📅 Wednesday, November 6
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 BHS Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Free Admission

Let’s come together as a community to thank those who have served our country! ❤️🤍💙

#DecaturCountySchools #VeteransDay

4 months ago, Decatur County Schools

Flyer for HES Show Choir’s performance titled American Song, honoring veterans. Event is on November 6 at 6 p.m. in the BHS Performing Arts Center with free admission. Features patriotic red, white, and blue design with silhouettes of saluting soldiers.