
We were excited to welcome Vanessa Lawrence to campus as she highlighted the incredible work happening through our NBLC Thriving Thursday program for young women.
💡📚 Through this initiative, Alicia Hurtt with I See My Baby Inc. is empowering students to grow as young authors—guiding them through the process of writing and publishing their very own books!
Don’t miss this inspiring story—catch it tonight at 5PM and 6PM on WTXL ABC 27! 👏📺
#BearcatWay #StudentSuccess #FutureAuthors

Wear blue to show your support and help raise awareness for the protection and well-being of children across our community. This simple act is a powerful way to stand together for a cause that impacts so many young lives.
At Decatur County Schools, caring for our students goes beyond the classroom. It’s a shared commitment we hold as a community.
Let’s continue Supporting Our Children, The Bearcat Way

🗓 April 20–24, 2026
📚 Upcoming Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students are eligible to apply for the 2026–2027 school year
Online completion form will be available on dcboe.com during Choice Week
Available slots will be based on current enrollment numbers and class size.
#SchoolChoice #DecaturCountySchools #BearcatFamily #TheBearcatWay

The Decatur County SUMMER STEM CAMP will be offering two different weeks of exciting four-day learning experiences for bright, forward-thinking students at all grade levels who will evolve into our next generation of science innovators, engineers, health, and Instructional Technology professionals. Working with our robotics teams and technology leaders, students will be given early exposure to STEM fields through hands on experiences with robotics, AR/VR, and even drones.
Students will have the opportunity to learn new skills in the new MEDIA HUB and STEM CENTER at Bainbridge Middle School. During the unique four-day camp, students will design and engineer innovative solutions, explore STEM careers, and grow their problem solving skills. STEM CAMP is the perfect opportunity for young and curious minds to explore the frontiers of 21st-century science and technology.
As always these slots fill up quickly, so reserve your spot today. We look forward to working with you this summer!
REGISTRATION LINK https://aptg.co/4t-msT
Cost: $40.00 registration fee per week
Please make checks payable to BMS
WEEK 1 Dates: June 8-11
STEM Exploration with LEGO ROBOTICS
rising 1st - 2nd graders 8:00-11:30
rising 3rd - 5th graders 12:30-4:00
rising 6th and 8th graders 8:00-11:30
rising 9th -12 graders STEM BUILD CAMP 8:00-11:30
rising 8th -12 graders STEM DRONE CAMP 12:30-4:00
WEEK 2 Dates: June 15-18
STEM Exploration with LEGO ROBOTICS
rising 3rd and 5th graders 8:00-11:30
rising 6th and 8th graders 12:30-4:00
rising 9th -12 graders STEM BUILD & CIRCUITS CAMP 8:00-11:30
rising 9th -12 graders STEM DRONE & CODE CAMP 12:30-4:00
STEM Camp is limited to 15 participants for each session.
Please hand deliver the attached registration form and payment to Paula Morris at the Decatur County Board of Education - 1417 Dothan Road, Bainbridge, GA 39817.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN FORM TO THE SCHOOL!!
First come, first serve! Must be registered and paid by May 29th, 2026.


💜✨ Spring Break is here! ✨💛
Decatur County Schools will be on Spring Break March 30 – April 3.
No school for students.
Enjoy the break—we’ll see everyone back soon! 💜🐾💛
#BearcatWay #SpringBreak #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

💜✨ Spring Break is here! ✨💛
Decatur County Schools will be on Spring Break March 30 – April 3.
No school for students.
Enjoy the break—we’ll see everyone back soon! 💜🐾💛
#BearcatWay #SpringBreak #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

Join us tomorrow morning (3/27) to cheer on our amazing athletes at the Bearcat Spring Games Player Parade!
🕘 8:45 AM
📍 Shotwell Street
Let’s line the street and show our Bearcat pride as these students kick off a day full of excitement and achievement. Your support makes all the difference!
#BearcatPride #SpringGames #CommunityStrong

CORRECTION-- ROUTE 51
TRANSPORTATION NOTICE: ROUTE 51
Morning Delay – Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Route 51(Mr. Alexander’s route) will experience a 45-minute to 1-hour delay tomorrow morning, 3/25/2026.
Thank you for your patience as we work through the current bus driver shortage.

Attention Parents and Guardians,
Decatur County Schools is currently experiencing a shortage of bus drivers. This has created significant challenges that may impact bus routes as well as student pick-up and drop-off times.
We are working diligently to transport students as safely and efficiently as possible. If any route changes occur, we will notify parents and guardians as soon as possible.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
We are actively hiring bus drivers. If you or someone you know is interested, please visit the HR link below for more information:
https://sites.google.com/dcboe.com/dcboe-apply/home

Decatur County Schools will be on Spring Break from March 30 through April 3, and there will be no school for students during this time.
We hope all of our students, families, and staff enjoy a well-deserved break filled with fun, relaxation, and time with loved ones. Whether you're traveling or staying close to home, make the most of it!
Please remember to stay safe and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong! 💜🐾💛
#BearcatWay #SpringBreak #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture

At NBLC, we believe the best way to celebrate culture, history, and community is together—and that’s exactly what we did!
This special potluck was the brainchild of Mr. Pat and beautifully orchestrated by Dr. Flemming, bringing our staff together for a meaningful and delicious celebration of Black History Month.
From savory dishes to sweet treats, every table told a story—and every staff member played a part. This wasn’t just a meal, it was a true team effort that reflected the heart of NBLC: unity, pride, and appreciation for one another.
Moments like these remind us that when we come together, we create something truly special.
Way to celebrate, NBLC! 🎉
#NBLC #BlackHistoryMonth #TeamNBLC #CommunityMatters

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.

Power has been restored to the campuses of Bainbridge Middle School and Bainbridge High School. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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 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.

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.

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.


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.

🚌💜 NOW HIRING BUS DRIVERS! 💛🚌
Looking for part-time work with full-time benefits? We’ve got a seat waiting for you!
✔️ Earn $100 a day
✔️ Paid training
✔️ Up to $5,600 in bonuses
✔️ State health insurance
Enjoy a flexible schedule while making a difference in the lives of our Bearcats every single day. 🐾
📞 Call 229-248-2204 to get started
🌐 Apply online at www.dcboe.com
Come drive with us and be part of something bigger! 💛💜 #BearcatWay #NowHiring #DriveForDCS
