Please see the important notice regarding outside food and drinks.

🎭 Lights, camera, AUDITIONS!

Fine arts are taking center stage at Decatur County Schools! Bainbridge Middle School students showcased their talent and creativity during auditions for the fall play. We can’t wait to see these young performers shine on stage this fall! 🌟🐾

#FineArts #BearcatPride #TheBearcatWay

Bass Cats Information!!

The BMS Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddle Dates for the 2026-2027 School Year have been published. The first meeting will be August 14th at 7 AM in the BMS Home Ec Room.

Exciting news from Bainbridge Middle FFA! Heidi and Charlie Griffin brought home buckles from the Sunbelt Showcase in Moultrie, GA. Heidi earned 6th grade showmanship and Charlie earned 7th grade showmanship. What an incredible accomplishment for both!

🚨 Substitute Training🚨
Friday, August 14th 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

📚 What is Curriculum Night?

Curriculum Night gives families the opportunity to visit classrooms, meet teachers, and learn about classroom expectations, learning goals, and what students will study throughout the year.

Thank you to all the BMS parents, guardians, and students who attended! We encourage every family to participate in events like this—your involvement supports student success! 💜💛

#TheBearcatWay #BMS #DecaturCountySchools

📅 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

Come out and join us at BMS tonight!

Parent,

We hope to see you Monday, August 10th from 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM at the BMS Title 1 Curriculum Night. All attendees will enter through the Open Gate Security in the Lunchroom.

Stay connected to your child's academic progress by signing up for Parent Portal—reference the attached step-by-step instructions to sign up.

Congrats to the BMS Softball team on their win over Seminole last night! Way to go ladies!

🎭 FREE Drama Club Interest Meeting! 🎭

Calling all students who wish to join Drama Club! Come to our FREE interest meeting and learn what we're all about.

📅 When: Thursday, August 6, 3:00–4:00 PM
👥 Who: 6th-8th Grade Students interested in joining Drama Club
📍 Where: BMS Cafeteria; parents pick up outside cafeteria at 4:00 PM
💵 Yearly Dues: $30 (can be paid after the meeting)

No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm! We can't wait to meet you. 🌟

#BainbridgeMiddleSchool #DramaClub #MiddleSchoolTheatre #FreeEvent

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

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

The Decatur County Health Department is offering a back to school Vaccine Clinic on Tuesday, August 11 from 7:30 AM until 5:00 PM. For more information call the Decatur County Health Department at 229-248-3055.

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.

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

📣 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