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
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
📸 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 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 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
#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
📅 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
Get a head start on back-to-school preparations by checking out the 2026–2027 School Supply Lists online. Visit DCBOE.com and look under the Documents section, or use the link below:
📚✏️ 2026–2027 School Supply Lists:
https://www.dcboe.com/documents/2026--2027-school-supply-lists/28313695
💜📅 Important Dates 💛
🏫 Open House — July 30, 2026
🔔 First Day of School — August 3, 2026
We’re looking forward to welcoming our Bearcats back for another great school year! 💜🐾💛
📚✏️ 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
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
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
🎭 DRAMA CLUB INTEREST MEETING 🎭
Curious about drama club? Want to learn what we're all about? You're invited!
Join us for an informational meeting to hear about our upcoming shows, rehearsal schedules, and all the fun we have together!
📍 MEETING DETAILS:
Date: August 6th
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: BMS Cafeteria
Who: Any 6th-8th Grade Students
💰 Dues: $30 for the 2026-2027 school year (pay after the meeting)
Whether you're a drama veteran or stepping on stage for the first time, everyone is welcome! Come meet the directors, ask questions, and find out what's next for BMS Drama.
See you there! 🎬✨
🚌 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
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
📚✏️ 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
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
Welcome back, Decatur County Schools teachers! 💜💛
As we begin a new school year, let’s continue to lead with purpose, learn with intent, and lift every learner. Your dedication, passion, and commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
Here’s to a year filled with growth, achievement, and Bearcat pride. We’re so glad you’re back! 🐾
#WelcomeBackTeachers #TheBearcatWay #LeadLearnLift #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
As we begin a new school year, let’s continue to lead with purpose, learn with intent, and lift every learner. Your dedication, passion, and commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
Here’s to a year filled with growth, achievement, and Bearcat pride. We’re so glad you’re back! 🐾
#WelcomeBackTeachers #TheBearcatWay #LeadLearnLift #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
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
🐾 READY TO BE A BEARCAT? ENROLL TODAY! 🐾
The future starts here at Decatur County Schools! From innovative learning opportunities and dedicated teachers to championship athletics, fine arts, STEM programs, and career pathways, there's a place for every student to thrive.
📚 Exceptional Academics
🎨 Arts & Extracurricular Opportunities
⚽ Athletics & Student Activities
💜 A Caring School Community
🐾 The Bearcat Way
Don't wait—secure your child's spot for the upcoming school year today!
➡️ Enroll Now: dcboe.com/page/enrollment
#ReadyToBeABearcat #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #EnrollNow #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #FutureBearcat #BearcatPride 🐾💜💛
The future starts here at Decatur County Schools! From innovative learning opportunities and dedicated teachers to championship athletics, fine arts, STEM programs, and career pathways, there's a place for every student to thrive.
📚 Exceptional Academics
🎨 Arts & Extracurricular Opportunities
⚽ Athletics & Student Activities
💜 A Caring School Community
🐾 The Bearcat Way
Don't wait—secure your child's spot for the upcoming school year today!
➡️ Enroll Now: dcboe.com/page/enrollment
#ReadyToBeABearcat #TheBearcatWay #DecaturCountySchools #EnrollNow #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture #FutureBearcat #BearcatPride 🐾💜💛
📚✏️ 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
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
This summer BMS FFA Members Maci Lynn and Charlie Griffin exhibited their Livestock SAE Projects on the state and national level. We are proud of the dedication these BMS FFA members exhibit even when school is not in session.
