Inclement Weather Statement - School Closure Monday 3/16/26
After consultation with Decatur County 911 and receiving the latest weather briefing from the National Weather Service out of Tallahassee, FL, Decatur County Schools will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The school closure is due to the potential of dangerous winds and inclement weather that is expected to impact our area Monday morning.
Decatur County Schools plans to return to normal operations on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. We encourage everyone to remain weather aware and stay safe.
After consultation with Decatur County 911 and receiving the latest weather briefing from the National Weather Service out of Tallahassee, FL, Decatur County Schools will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The school closure is due to the potential of dangerous winds and inclement weather that is expected to impact our area Monday morning.
Decatur County Schools plans to return to normal operations on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. We encourage everyone to remain weather aware and stay safe.
Is your child missing a jacket???
Take a look at the top seller prizes for our PTO Spring Fever Fundraiser! Keep selling those tickets! Tickets are $1.00 each for a chance to winner $1,000.00 / $750.00 / or $500.00.
POWER RESTORED (3/13/26)
Power has been restored to the campuses of Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Power has been restored to the campuses of Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Decatur County Schools Superintendent Statement (3/13/26)
We are aware of a power outage impacting Bainbridge High School and Bainbridge Middle School. Crews from Georgia Power are currently working to restore power. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to restore power. Generators are currently providing power at both campuses.
We are aware of a power outage impacting Bainbridge High School and Bainbridge Middle School. Crews from Georgia Power are currently working to restore power. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to restore power. Generators are currently providing power at both campuses.
Congratulations to the winners of our Georgia Young Authors Writing Competition!
We are so proud of each of our representatives and our District Winner!
We are so proud of each of our representatives and our District Winner!
Decatur County Schools Superintendent Statement (3/12/26)
We would like to commend our administration, faculty, and staff for ensuring the safety of our students this morning during our severe weather event.
Additionally, we would like to thank all stakeholders for you patience and understanding as we returned to full power at Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School this morning.
Our generators did provide emergency power, and we are very thankful to have facilities that allow us to rely on generators during emergency situations.
We would like to commend our administration, faculty, and staff for ensuring the safety of our students this morning during our severe weather event.
Additionally, we would like to thank all stakeholders for you patience and understanding as we returned to full power at Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School this morning.
Our generators did provide emergency power, and we are very thankful to have facilities that allow us to rely on generators during emergency situations.
BUS ROUTES IMPACTED BY SEVERE WEATHER (3/12/26)
Due to severe weather conditions this morning, some bus routes were unable to complete their full routes. If your child has not yet been picked up, please be aware that the bus will unfortunately not be able to reach your stop today. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as the safety of our students and drivers remains our top priority.
Due to severe weather conditions this morning, some bus routes were unable to complete their full routes. If your child has not yet been picked up, please be aware that the bus will unfortunately not be able to reach your stop today. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as the safety of our students and drivers remains our top priority.
All Clear Weather Statement: 3/12/2026 - 7:30 AM
The severe weather that moved through our area earlier this morning has now passed, and conditions have improved.
We encourage students, families, and staff to use caution while traveling to school, as there may be debris, wet roads, or isolated impacts from the storm in some areas.
The safety of our students and staff is and will always remain our top priority. Thank you for taking your time and traveling safely this morning.
The severe weather that moved through our area earlier this morning has now passed, and conditions have improved.
We encourage students, families, and staff to use caution while traveling to school, as there may be debris, wet roads, or isolated impacts from the storm in some areas.
The safety of our students and staff is and will always remain our top priority. Thank you for taking your time and traveling safely this morning.
TORNADO WARNING 3/12 6:43 AM: West Decatur County is under a tornado warning. Seek shelter immediately.
Weather Statement – 3/12/26:
Bearcat Families, please continue to monitor the weather in our area and remain weather-aware while traveling to school this morning. If a tornado warning is issued, we will take the appropriate precautions to ensure everyone’s safety. The safety of our staff and students is and will remain our number one priority.
Bearcat Families, please continue to monitor the weather in our area and remain weather-aware while traveling to school this morning. If a tornado warning is issued, we will take the appropriate precautions to ensure everyone’s safety. The safety of our staff and students is and will remain our number one priority.
📚🍎 Kindergarten Registration Opens Today! 🍎📚
Decatur County Schools is excited to welcome the Class of 2039! Kindergarten registration is now open for children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
If your child is not currently enrolled in Pre-K within the Decatur County School System, it’s time to get them registered for kindergarten.
🗓 In-Person Registration Assistance
📍 Decatur County Board of Education
1417 Dothan Road, Bainbridge, GA
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
⏰ Assistance Times:
• 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
• 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📄 Documents Needed to Register:
✔ Proof of Decatur County residency
✔ Parent/guardian ID
✔ Birth certificate
✔ Social Security card
✔ Immunization form
⚠️ Important:
Students who are currently enrolled in Pre-K and attending their zoned school do NOT need to attend kindergarten registration.
📞 Questions? Contact:
Jones Wheat Primary – 229-248-2218
West Bainbridge Primary – 229-248-2821
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Bearcats! 🐾🎒
#BearcatWay #DCSBearcats #KindergartenReady
Decatur County Schools is excited to welcome the Class of 2039! Kindergarten registration is now open for children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
If your child is not currently enrolled in Pre-K within the Decatur County School System, it’s time to get them registered for kindergarten.
🗓 In-Person Registration Assistance
📍 Decatur County Board of Education
1417 Dothan Road, Bainbridge, GA
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
⏰ Assistance Times:
• 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
• 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📄 Documents Needed to Register:
✔ Proof of Decatur County residency
✔ Parent/guardian ID
✔ Birth certificate
✔ Social Security card
✔ Immunization form
⚠️ Important:
Students who are currently enrolled in Pre-K and attending their zoned school do NOT need to attend kindergarten registration.
📞 Questions? Contact:
Jones Wheat Primary – 229-248-2218
West Bainbridge Primary – 229-248-2821
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Bearcats! 🐾🎒
#BearcatWay #DCSBearcats #KindergartenReady
Raising the bar in Mr.Alday's class for the 26 club!!! We know our ABC's!!!
Mr.Alday had some perfect attendance students for February!!!
PTO Spring Fundraiser begins today!
Sales (March 9 - March 20)
Sales (March 9 - March 20)
📚✏️ Save the Date: Kindergarten Registration – March 10, 2026!
Decatur County School System is excited to welcome our newest Bearcats!
📞 Questions?
Jones Wheat Primary School – 229-248-2218
West Bainbridge Primary School – 229-248-2821
We can’t wait to meet our Class of 2039! 🎉📖
#BearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #KindergartenRegistration
Decatur County School System is excited to welcome our newest Bearcats!
📞 Questions?
Jones Wheat Primary School – 229-248-2218
West Bainbridge Primary School – 229-248-2821
We can’t wait to meet our Class of 2039! 🎉📖
#BearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #KindergartenRegistration
Congratulations to these outstanding educators for successfully completing their two-year Science of Reading professional development!
We are incredibly proud of the dedication they have shown to strengthening their knowledge of how students learn to read. Through this journey, they have gained powerful instructional strategies that will help support and grow strong readers in their classrooms for years to come.
A special thank you to our facilitators who helped guide and support this learning along the way: Mrs. Candance Rentz and Mrs. Sara Dollar (LETRS facilitators) and Mrs. Alicia Cloud (Georgia Literacy Modules facilitator). Your leadership and commitment to growing literacy instruction across our district is truly appreciated.
Your commitment to learning and improving instruction makes a lasting impact on our students. Thank you for investing in the success of every learner!
We are incredibly proud of the dedication they have shown to strengthening their knowledge of how students learn to read. Through this journey, they have gained powerful instructional strategies that will help support and grow strong readers in their classrooms for years to come.
A special thank you to our facilitators who helped guide and support this learning along the way: Mrs. Candance Rentz and Mrs. Sara Dollar (LETRS facilitators) and Mrs. Alicia Cloud (Georgia Literacy Modules facilitator). Your leadership and commitment to growing literacy instruction across our district is truly appreciated.
Your commitment to learning and improving instruction makes a lasting impact on our students. Thank you for investing in the success of every learner!
Spring picture day is tomorrow for JWP!
Students will be taking individual pictures and class pictures. Class pictures must be prepaid.
Our special visitor today in Pre-k for Read Across America!
Mr. Chip Davis (A.k.A Pete the Cat)
Thank you Mrs.Tia for coming to read to our pre-k for Read Across America week!!!
