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
🍽️ Lunch & Learn: Guardianship
Join the DCS Parent Mentor for an informative Lunch & Learn session focused on Guardianship with guest speaker Megan Heckman.
📅 October 19
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Training Room 4 at DCBOE
For more information, contact DCS Parent Mentor Julie Lawler at 229-240-2020. 💜💛
Join the DCS Parent Mentor for an informative Lunch & Learn session focused on Guardianship with guest speaker Megan Heckman.
📅 October 19
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Training Room 4 at DCBOE
For more information, contact DCS Parent Mentor Julie Lawler at 229-240-2020. 💜💛
💜💛 Bainbridge Middle School Homecoming Week may be over, but BMS isn’t done celebrating yet! 💛💜
Last week, Bainbridge Middle School was full of Bearcat spirit during the Homecoming Pep Rally! From the drumline and cheerleaders to plenty of purple and gold in the stands, our Bearcats brought the energy! 🐾📣🥁
This year’s Homecoming Court included Heidi Griffin, Kailyn Jones, Londyn Tatum, Allison Ecosto-Rojas, Purpose Lamb, Eva Kinchen, Keimia Crawford, Laila Ausgood, Laiylah Harper, and Olivia Sapp. Congratulations to Homecoming Queen Laiylah Harper and Homecoming King Zachary Ong! 👑
But we have one more Homecoming celebration! 🎉
🪩 BMS HOMECOMING DANCE
📅 Saturday
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
We’ll see you on the dance floor, Bearcats! 💃🕺💜💛
📸 Until then, enjoy a few highlights from last week’s pep rally!
#BMSBearcats #BainbridgeMiddleSchool #BMSHomecoming #BearcatPride #TheBearcatWay
Last week, Bainbridge Middle School was full of Bearcat spirit during the Homecoming Pep Rally! From the drumline and cheerleaders to plenty of purple and gold in the stands, our Bearcats brought the energy! 🐾📣🥁
This year’s Homecoming Court included Heidi Griffin, Kailyn Jones, Londyn Tatum, Allison Ecosto-Rojas, Purpose Lamb, Eva Kinchen, Keimia Crawford, Laila Ausgood, Laiylah Harper, and Olivia Sapp. Congratulations to Homecoming Queen Laiylah Harper and Homecoming King Zachary Ong! 👑
But we have one more Homecoming celebration! 🎉
🪩 BMS HOMECOMING DANCE
📅 Saturday
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
We’ll see you on the dance floor, Bearcats! 💃🕺💜💛
📸 Until then, enjoy a few highlights from last week’s pep rally!
#BMSBearcats #BainbridgeMiddleSchool #BMSHomecoming #BearcatPride #TheBearcatWay
We were excited to welcome ABAC Professor Tony Matthews to Ms. Rambo's ELT!
After researching ticks and creating models with Play-Doh and Tinkercad 3-D printing, students learned about local ticks and diseases found in Georgia, including Chagas Disease and Lyme Disease. Students learned important scientific concepts such as:
🦠 Pathogens
🦟 Vectors
🐭 Reservoirs
🧬 PCR & DNA
✅ Tick prevention and safe removal methods
We love bringing real-world science and career connections into the classroom. We can't wait for Professor Matthew's next visit!
Special thanks to Dr. Kirkland, Executive Director of ABAC Bainbridge, for supporting this partnership.
After researching ticks and creating models with Play-Doh and Tinkercad 3-D printing, students learned about local ticks and diseases found in Georgia, including Chagas Disease and Lyme Disease. Students learned important scientific concepts such as:
🦠 Pathogens
🦟 Vectors
🐭 Reservoirs
🧬 PCR & DNA
✅ Tick prevention and safe removal methods
We love bringing real-world science and career connections into the classroom. We can't wait for Professor Matthew's next visit!
Special thanks to Dr. Kirkland, Executive Director of ABAC Bainbridge, for supporting this partnership.
🏈💜💛 ROUND ONE: COMPLETE!
The Bainbridge Middle School Bearcats came ready to PLAY. COMPETE. FINISH. last night, defeating Berrien 22–0 in the first round of the playoffs! 🔥🐾
With the win, Bainbridge advances to the next round and will HOST! 🏆
The road to a championship continues right here at home, Bearcat Nation! Get ready to pack the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on our Bearcats as they continue their playoff run! 💜💛
ONE ROUND DOWN. KEEP IT ROLLING, BEARCATS! 🐾🏈
#BearcatPride #BMSFootball #BearcatFootball #Playoffs #TheBearcatWay #RoadToAChampionship
The Bainbridge Middle School Bearcats came ready to PLAY. COMPETE. FINISH. last night, defeating Berrien 22–0 in the first round of the playoffs! 🔥🐾
With the win, Bainbridge advances to the next round and will HOST! 🏆
The road to a championship continues right here at home, Bearcat Nation! Get ready to pack the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on our Bearcats as they continue their playoff run! 💜💛
ONE ROUND DOWN. KEEP IT ROLLING, BEARCATS! 🐾🏈
#BearcatPride #BMSFootball #BearcatFootball #Playoffs #TheBearcatWay #RoadToAChampionship
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
For the past few weeks, students in Mr. Perry’s Science Class have been exploring the incredible world of SPACE!
Our young astronomers chose a planet, researched it, and completed a project to show off what they’ve learned. They put their knowledge, creativity, and love for science on full display! 🔭📚
A HUGE THANK YOU to Mrs. Teresa with 4-H for coming in and giving us an AWESOME lab on Space Rocks! ☄️🪨 Who knew space rocks could be SO TASTY?! 😋🚀
From planets to meteors and everything in between, these young astronomers have been busy exploring, learning, and discovering!
Let’s just say… these astronomers are READY for their next mission!
They’ve learned. They’ve explored. Now it’s time to LIFT OFF!
For the past few weeks, students in Mr. Perry’s Science Class have been exploring the incredible world of SPACE!
Our young astronomers chose a planet, researched it, and completed a project to show off what they’ve learned. They put their knowledge, creativity, and love for science on full display! 🔭📚
A HUGE THANK YOU to Mrs. Teresa with 4-H for coming in and giving us an AWESOME lab on Space Rocks! ☄️🪨 Who knew space rocks could be SO TASTY?! 😋🚀
From planets to meteors and everything in between, these young astronomers have been busy exploring, learning, and discovering!
Let’s just say… these astronomers are READY for their next mission!
They’ve learned. They’ve explored. Now it’s time to LIFT OFF!
Nothing brings people together quite like telling jokes and listening to Dolly Parton! 🎶💜💛
New Teacher Induction with Dr. Gardner went extremely well! Our newest educators spent time connecting, laughing, learning, and building a strong foundation for the year ahead.
We’re committed to making sure our new Bearcats feel welcomed, encouraged, and supported throughout their first year in education.
Because when you’re a Bearcat, you’re never in it alone. That’s the Bearcat Way! 💜💛🐾
New Teacher Induction with Dr. Gardner went extremely well! Our newest educators spent time connecting, laughing, learning, and building a strong foundation for the year ahead.
We’re committed to making sure our new Bearcats feel welcomed, encouraged, and supported throughout their first year in education.
Because when you’re a Bearcat, you’re never in it alone. That’s the Bearcat Way! 💜💛🐾
💛 GO GOLD for Childhood Cancer Awareness! 🎗️
We’re asking our community to join Decatur County Schools in wearing GOLD on Tuesday, September 22 in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
Together, we can raise awareness and show support for children and families impacted by childhood cancer. 💛
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools
We’re asking our community to join Decatur County Schools in wearing GOLD on Tuesday, September 22 in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
Together, we can raise awareness and show support for children and families impacted by childhood cancer. 💛
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools
Your child’s online activity can sometimes be a window into their emotional well-being. Get simple guidance on noticing changes in behavior and supporting healthy digital habits at home.
Find tips on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/en/952/decatur-county/677/what-does-teen-depression-look-like-now
Find tips on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/en/952/decatur-county/677/what-does-teen-depression-look-like-now
📚 Get Ready to Kick off Georgia Reads Week! 💜💛
Reading together is one of the simplest ways to build vocabulary, spark imagination, and create meaningful connections with children. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, educator, community member, or friend—you can be part of building a stronger culture of literacy.
Grab a book, share a story, and help us show that WE CAN READ! 📖🐾
#GeorgiaReadsDay #GeorgiaReadsWeek #WeCanRead #BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools
See you at the pole will be this coming Wednesday!
DECATUR COUNTY SCHOOLS TECHNOLOGY STATEMENT 9/18/2026
Attention Bearcat Family,
Decatur County Schools Technology department is aware of a potential cyber concern that you may have received via email that looks like it comes from one of our employees related to a Docusign Document.
Please be aware that this is a phishing email, and Decatur County Schools would never ask you for any identifying information or passwords.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Attention Bearcat Family,
Decatur County Schools Technology department is aware of a potential cyber concern that you may have received via email that looks like it comes from one of our employees related to a Docusign Document.
Please be aware that this is a phishing email, and Decatur County Schools would never ask you for any identifying information or passwords.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Please see a FFA Member for more information.
📣Autism Learning Series!
The Marcus Autism Center and Georgia Autism Services Initiative are offering a virtual learning series on Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. EST, covering helpful topics for families, including early autism signs, communication growth, neurodiversity, navigating tears and tantrums, toileting strategies, IEPs and school services, and more.
💜💛 Parents are welcome to join Julie Lawler, Parent Mentor, for a Watch Party on Tuesday, September 22nd!
📍 Julie’s Office — 915 Zorn Road
🕛 9/22 at 12:00 p.m.
Come watch, learn, and connect while gaining helpful information and strategies to support your child and family.
We hope you’ll join us! 💜💛
The Marcus Autism Center and Georgia Autism Services Initiative are offering a virtual learning series on Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. EST, covering helpful topics for families, including early autism signs, communication growth, neurodiversity, navigating tears and tantrums, toileting strategies, IEPs and school services, and more.
💜💛 Parents are welcome to join Julie Lawler, Parent Mentor, for a Watch Party on Tuesday, September 22nd!
📍 Julie’s Office — 915 Zorn Road
🕛 9/22 at 12:00 p.m.
Come watch, learn, and connect while gaining helpful information and strategies to support your child and family.
We hope you’ll join us! 💜💛
Flu Vaccine Interest Form
Deadline to submit: September 29, 2026
The Decatur County Health Department can provide Flu Clinic packets for students who are interested in receiving the flu shot at school this year.
👉 Please complete this form: https://bit.ly/BearcatFLUshot
📌 A separate form must be completed for each child in your family for whom you would like to receive the flu shot paperwork.
📷 Scan the QR code below
Deadline to submit: September 29, 2026
The Decatur County Health Department can provide Flu Clinic packets for students who are interested in receiving the flu shot at school this year.
👉 Please complete this form: https://bit.ly/BearcatFLUshot
📌 A separate form must be completed for each child in your family for whom you would like to receive the flu shot paperwork.
📷 Scan the QR code below
🤖 [cy]BEARCATS Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators! 🤖
On September 12th, the [cy]BEARCATS #11214 hosted a local FTC Kickoff & Workshop event, bringing together 4 rookie FTC teams from Bainbridge Middle School and over 58 students for an incredible day of learning and collaboration!
Across the team, our members dedicated 48 total hours of outreach to help mentor these future engineers. During the hands-on workshops led by our [cy]BEARCAT team members, new FTC students learned:
🔹 CAD & 3D Modeling: Designing custom team number plates & flag holders and technical design
🔹 Programming: Coding FTC bot movement from Scratch preparing for the FTC BIOBUZZ season
🔹 Build & Fabrication: Hands-on tool usage to assemble starter bot driving bases
🔹 Marketing and Branding strategies for the new [cy]BEARTECH family: HUNT, STRIKE, CHASE, and POUNCE
🔹Game play and alliance outreach strategies from our 2026 FIRST World Championship Experience
🔹 FIRST Core Values: Embracing Gracious Professionalism® on and off the field
To cap off a super successful day, everyone gathered for the official FTC game reveal, where our team shared key tips and strategies to help these 4 rookie FTC teams launch into their season with confidence. We are excited to see the progress of our [cy]BEARTECH family teams [cy]BEARTECH Hunt #36371, [cy]BEARTECH Strike #36372, [cy]BEARTECH Chase #36373, and [cy]BEARTECH Pounce #36374 ! This HIVE is BUZZING! It's gonna be an exciting year!
We can’t wait to see what these teams build this year!
#FIRST #FTC #FRC #STEM #Robotics #GraciousProfessionalism #cyBEARCATS #STEMeducation #FTC36371 #FTC36372 #FTC36373 #FTC36374 #BIOBUZZ
![Basic Coding practice with our FRC [cy]BEARCAT 11214 Coding Team](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/decatur_county_schools__ga_ar/live_feed_image/image/29917266/large_4.png)
Attention Bearcat Family,
Decatur County School's Technology department is aware of a potential cyber concern that you may have received via email that looks like it comes from one of our employees related to a Docusign Document.
Please be aware that this is a phishing email, and Decatur County Schools would never ask you for any identifying information or passwords.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Decatur County School's Technology department is aware of a potential cyber concern that you may have received via email that looks like it comes from one of our employees related to a Docusign Document.
Please be aware that this is a phishing email, and Decatur County Schools would never ask you for any identifying information or passwords.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
IT Tech Specialist Appreciation!
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
Decatur County Schools is proud to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month. It is an annual observance in the United States from September 15 to October 15 that honors the history, culture, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
Decatur County Schools is proud to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month. It is an annual observance in the United States from September 15 to October 15 that honors the history, culture, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
Want to watch some parents in competition? Come out and watch our parents vs players volleyball game!
