In the new year, 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.
See how OPENGATE is making a difference in some of the largest school districts in the country, like Brevard County:
https://youtu.be/0_bNqaGNh9g
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.
See how OPENGATE is making a difference in some of the largest school districts in the country, like Brevard County:
https://youtu.be/0_bNqaGNh9g
📌 Flu Season Health & Safety Reminder for Families
Flu season is upon us and here are a few reminders to help keep our schools healthy :
🦠 Wash hands often with soap and water
🦠 Cover coughs and sneezes
🦠 Keep students home if they have a fever or flu-like symptoms
🦠Students must be fever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications before returning to school
🦠Consider talking with your child’s health care provider about the flu vaccination
🚨🤒When to keep your child home:
If your child has a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, severe cough, or feels unwell please keep them home and allow time to recover before returning to school.
💜 Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students, staff, and schools healthy throughout flu season.
Flu season is upon us and here are a few reminders to help keep our schools healthy :
🦠 Wash hands often with soap and water
🦠 Cover coughs and sneezes
🦠 Keep students home if they have a fever or flu-like symptoms
🦠Students must be fever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications before returning to school
🦠Consider talking with your child’s health care provider about the flu vaccination
🚨🤒When to keep your child home:
If your child has a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, severe cough, or feels unwell please keep them home and allow time to recover before returning to school.
💜 Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students, staff, and schools healthy throughout flu season.
What a magical Polar Express Day at JWP! 🚂✨
Students cozy‑ed up in their pajamas to watch The Polar Express, admired the amazing model trains kindly set up by Mr. Bill Josey, and enjoyed cookies and milk. Big smiles, warm hearts, and holiday cheer all around.
There were three drawings for students to win a train set donated by David Casa Grande, Joe Williams, Jared Godwin, Don Whaley, and Williams and Beth Josey
Congratulations to the winners - Amiyah Williams, Hayleigh Moten, and Nakiah Ramer.
— Thank you, Mr. Josey, for making this a special day for our students.
Students cozy‑ed up in their pajamas to watch The Polar Express, admired the amazing model trains kindly set up by Mr. Bill Josey, and enjoyed cookies and milk. Big smiles, warm hearts, and holiday cheer all around.
There were three drawings for students to win a train set donated by David Casa Grande, Joe Williams, Jared Godwin, Don Whaley, and Williams and Beth Josey
Congratulations to the winners - Amiyah Williams, Hayleigh Moten, and Nakiah Ramer.
— Thank you, Mr. Josey, for making this a special day for our students.
Mrs.Glover's students enjoyed art with athletes to kickoff the Christmas spirit before the break!
Ms. Sanchez and Mrs. Poitevint’s class for Polar Express Day! 🚂🎟️ Merry Christmas!🎄
Mrs. Giddens and Ms. kaitlyn's enjoyed wearing their pajamas and watching The Polar Express!
Early Release Today!
We’re excited about our upcoming Polar Express Day on Weds., Dec.17th.
* A special display of model trains and passenger cars presented by Mr. William Josey
* A classroom viewing of the movie The Polar Express
* Cookies and warm chocolate milk for students
and.......
Don't forget to wear pajamas! (school and weather appropriate)
🎄🎁Mrs. Mills and Miss. Carley’s class had a blast celebrating Christmas character day! 🎄🎁
💚💚Grinch the elf brought Mrs. Mills and Miss. Carley’s class a fun treat today! 💚💚
🎄Mrs. Mill's and Miss. Carley’s class had a visit with Santa today! 🎄
💚🤍❤️Jingle Bell brought all the ingredients for Grinch Hot Chocolate! Mrs. Giddens and Ms. Kaitlyn’s class enjoyed their special treat!!
1st and 2nd grade Christmas Programs
1st grade = 8:30
2nd grade = 10:00
December 16th
Come see our students present some new and old Christmas songs.
1st grade = 8:30
2nd grade = 10:00
December 16th
Come see our students present some new and old Christmas songs.
Monday Christmas Programs
Pre-K = 8:30
Kindergarten = 10:00
December 15th
Come see our youngest entertainers bring in the Christmas spirit.
Pre-K = 8:30
Kindergarten = 10:00
December 15th
Come see our youngest entertainers bring in the Christmas spirit.
Mrs. William's pre-k class
FUN WITH SANTA!!!
Santa came to visit Ms. Sanchez and Mrs. Poitevint’s class!!🎅🏻
Oh yeah!!! oh Yeah!!! Mr.Alday's class made the good list!!!
Look who visited Ms.Magueur's class today!!!
Did you know that students at West Bainbridge Primary and Jones Wheat Primary get 2 hours of instruction in digital literacy and STEM each week as part of the WOZ ED program in Decatur County Schools. These lucky students from PreK-2nd Grade students have been learning about how Robots THINK, SENSE, and ACT
as part of the WOZ ED Robotics Pathway. This weekend (Saturday, December 13 from 8:30-2:00) families can take their students to see robots in action at our SWGA FIRST LEGO LEAGUE Robotics Tournament. students from all around the region will be running robot rounds, presenting innovative STEM projects, and having a great time. Come Join the Fun ...you will be amazed by what these students can do with a little imagination and innovation!
Christmas fun in Mrs. Reynold's classroom!!!
