📅 Time to plan, parents!

Make your student’s holidays count this school year by scheduling vacations and special activities during the designated breaks on the 2026–2027 school calendar.

Every school day matters. When students attend consistently, they stay connected, confident, and ready to learn. Plan ahead, protect instructional time, and help your child succeed!

💜 Attendance matters, every day!

#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay

JWP Parents and Guardians,
Don't miss out on these important meetings tomorrow night. Hope to see you there.

Welcome to Second Grade! 💕📚✏️ We are looking forward to getting to know each of our students and helping them have a successful and exciting year. Our goal is to create a classroom where every child feels loved, valued, supported, and encouraged to do their very best.

🚗 CAR PICK-UP REMINDER 🚗
Dear Parents & Guardians,
For the safety and security of all of our students, anyone picking up a student through the car pick-up line MUST have an official car tag displaying the student’s name.
🏷️ No car tag? No problem!
If you do not have your student’s car tag, please come to the front office for assistance. Students will not be released through the car line without the proper car tag.
We know this may take a little extra time, but keeping our students safe is always our #1 priority! 💛
Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and for helping us keep dismissal safe and smooth for everyone! 🐾

Tomorrow is Bearcat Pride Wednesday – let’s paint the town Purple & Gold! ✨
📸 We want to see YOU! Post your Purple & Gold tomorrow, tag us, and let’s fill our feeds with Bearcat Pride!
Let’s show everyone what it means to be a Bearcat.
GO CATS! 🐾💜💛
#BearcatPrideWednesdays #GoCats #DecaturCountySchools #PurpleAndGold

Ice cream sales begins next Monday.

Get ready for a healthy start to the new school year! 🎒💉

The Decatur County Health Department will host a Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic on Tuesday, August 11, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

📍 928 S. West Street, Bainbridge, GA
📞 229-248-3055

Appointments are available, and walk-ins are welcome. Make sure your child’s required vaccinations are up to date before school begins!

#BackToSchool #VaccineClinic #DecaturCountyGA #HealthyStudents

Prioritizing safety the Bearcat Way, OPENGATE Security Systems provides an added layer of protection at every Decatur County Schools campus.

Decatur County Schools remains committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment on every campus for our students, faculty, and staff. As part of this ongoing commitment, OPENGATE Security Systems are in use across all Decatur County Schools campuses, including primary and elementary schools, as a proactive measure to help keep our schools weapon free.

The OPENGATE Security System is an advanced, walk-through weapons detection system designed to enhance school safety while maintaining a smooth flow of student entry. Unlike traditional metal detectors, OPENGATE uses advanced sensors to detect weapons and prohibited items without requiring students to stop, empty their pockets, or remove backpacks. This allows for efficient and non-intrusive screening, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as school entrances.

OPENGATE provides an added layer of protection for students and staff. The system is portable, quick to set up, and built to detect a wide range of threats while minimizing false alarms. With its modern design and cutting-edge technology, OPENGATE supports the district’s commitment to creating safe, secure, and nurturing learning environments across all grade levels.

We encourage families to continue emphasizing the importance of school safety and working together to help keep the Bearcat Family safe on every campus, every day.

It’s the first day of school, Bearcats! 🐾🎉 You may have spotted some local celebrities at drop-off this morning!

A big thank-you to our BHS Football Team for welcoming our littlest Bearcats and helping make their first day extra special. We know this is going to be an incredible year as we LEAD, LEARN, and LIFT! And don’t forget to LOVE and LAUGH! 🏈🌟

#TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #GoBearcats

Decatur County Schools’ first day of school is August 3! 💜🐾 We’re excited to welcome our students, staff, and families back for another great school year. We can’t wait to see our Bearcats back in the classroom! 📚✨

#TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools

Please help us welcome Mr.Powell to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Albany, Georgia, Mr.Powell enjoys traveling, playing video games, and spending time with his family. He appreciates the warm welcome and support he has received from the Decatur County community, making him feel comfortable and valued. A fun fact about Mr.Powell is that he played college football at Thomas More University and is an only child! We're excited to have him on our team and look forward to the energy and dedication he'll bring this school year!

Please help us welcome Ms.Nunnery to the Bearcat Family! Originally from Colquitt, Georgia, Ms.Nunnery enjoys photography, fishing, shopping, and spending quality time with her family. She loves the welcoming atmosphere of Decatur County and appreciates how everyone has made her feel right at home. A fun fact about Ms.Nunnery is that she has a doodle named Doc! We're excited to have her as part of our team and look forward to the positive impact she'll make this school year!

📣 The Bowen Baptist Association invites the community to an All-School Prayer Walk! 🙏
📅 Saturday, August 1st | ⏰ 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

📚✏️ Decatur County Schools Open House! 🍎

Parents and families, join us for our County-Wide Open House on Thursday, July 30th, from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM at your child’s school!

Meet our staff, visit classrooms, and get ready for another great school year. We can’t wait to welcome our Bearcat families back! 💜💛

#TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #OpenHouse #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

🚨 Substitute Training🚨
Friday, July 31st 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

Can't wait to see those beautiful smiles tomorrow at Open House.

Kona Ice will be visiting us during Open House!

🚌 Bus route information is now available!

For questions or assistance regarding your child’s bus route, please contact the Decatur County Schools Transportation Department at 229-248-2204.

#TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #BusRouteInformation