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Essentials of Healthcare students completed an in-class cell project.
11 days ago, BHS Purango
 Essentials of Healthcare students completed an in-class cell project.
 Essentials of Healthcare students completed an in-class cell project.
 Essentials of Healthcare students completed an in-class cell project.
 Essentials of Healthcare students completed an in-class cell project.
 Essentials of Healthcare students completed an in-class cell project.
 Essentials of Healthcare students completed an in-class cell project.
WE Are Bainbridge.

Last week, Decatur County Schools had the privilege of presenting the September Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, and what a great day it was to be a Bearcat!

From the moment guests arrived, The Bearcat Way was on full display.

BHS Band students welcomed guests outside the Kirbo Center. Buddy the Bearcat greeted attendees. Student ambassadors welcomed and directed guests, served and assisted in the food line, and interacted directly with Chamber members and community leaders. RobotCat was in the lobby shaking hands and showcasing technology. Throughout the luncheon, images and stories of our students and schools filled the screens.

Every part of the experience had a purpose: to show, not just tell, what it means to be a Bearcat.

Our students were serving, performing, demonstrating technology, connecting with business leaders, and sharing the talents and skills they are developing every day.

Decatur County Schools is the public school system of Decatur County. We are the public, and we give what no one else can.

We bring together students from across our community and provide opportunities through Academics, Arts, and Athletics that allow them to discover their strengths, develop their talents, find where they belong, and prepare for what comes next.

And what comes next matters to all of us.

The students in our schools today are the workforce, business owners, educators, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, leaders, and neighbors of tomorrow. When we invest in their education and their opportunities, we are investing in the future of Bainbridge and Decatur County.

That is why the relationship between our public schools and our community matters. Thank you to our teachers, staff, administrators, students, families, Chamber members, local businesses, and community partners who continue to invest in our students and believe in what we can accomplish together.

We invite our business community to stay engaged, stay connected, and continue creating opportunities alongside us.

Strong public schools help build a strong workforce, a strong economy, and a strong Bainbridge.

WE are students.
WE are educators.
WE are families.
WE are businesses.
WE are community partners.

Together, WE Are Bainbridge.
It’s a great day to be a Bearcat!

#WEAreBainbridge #TheBearcatWay #BearcatPride #DecaturCountySchools
11 days ago, Decatur County Schools
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Photos from the Decatur County Schools “WE Are Bainbridge” Chamber Luncheon showcase The Bearcat Way in action, with BHS Band and cheer students welcoming guests, Buddy the Bearcat greeting attendees, students and educators highlighting STEM and technology through robotics demonstrations, student ambassadors participating in the program, and Chamber members and community leaders gathering to celebrate Decatur County Schools and the connection between strong public schools and a strong community.
Come Out in PINK & CHEER on the BHS Lady Cats Volleyball Team!! Tonight the Lady Cats are Honoring Breast Cancer Survivors by Painting the Gym Pink!! Come Support the Lady Cats in their first 2 regional matches at 5 & 7!
11 days ago, Kristina Barber
PINK OUT
Pink Out Shirt
Bearcat Athletic Weekly Calendar - A few changes to be aware of:

- Varsity Football @ Spencer - Moved to Thursday, Sept 10th at 7pm
- 9th Grade Football vs Early - Rescheduled to a later date
- 8th Grade Football @ Fitzgerald - Moved to Wednesday, Sept 9th @ 5pm
12 days ago, Bearcat Athletics
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🚨 THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL! 🚨

Bearcat Football hits the road this THURSDAY, September 10th to take on the Spencer Greenwave in Columbus!

🏈 Bainbridge vs. Spencer
📅 THURSDAY
⏰ 7:00 PM KICKOFF
📍 Otis Spencer Stadium | Columbus, GA

Different night. Different time. Same Bearcat pride! Make the trip and be LOUD AND PROUD! 💜💛

#GoBearcats #BearcatFootball #FearNoOne
13 days ago, Bearcat Athletics
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The Bearcat Cross Country teams finished strong at the Lee County Invitational.

Anniston Willis finished 1st place overall for the girls varsity race.

Joseph Frank finished 10th place overall for the boys varsity race.

The Bainbridge Middle school teams also had top finishes with Reed Zorn (19th) and Anabel Dempsey (15th).

Great Job Bearcats!!!
14 days ago, Eric Conner
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BassCats are excited to bring our first fundraiser of the season! We have designed shirts both for the Bass Cat fans and the Bearcat fans!! Use the link or the QR codes to purchase from Gray Area right here in Bainbridge. There are a lot of options! Once your order is ready you will pick up directly from Gray Area. Thank you the BassCats appreciate your support!

https://grayarea.gifts/products/basscats-fundraiser-tshirt

15 days ago, Bainbridge High School
BassCat Fundraiser
🎓 What happens on a PD Day?

While students may have the day away from the classroom, our teachers and staff are busy learning, collaborating, and preparing! 🧑‍🏫✨

Professional Development Days give our educators dedicated time to strengthen their skills, exchange ideas, explore new strategies, and work together to enhance the learning experience for our students. 📚💡

It’s all part of continuing to grow, improve, and find new ways to help every student succeed. 💜💛

#ProfessionalDevelopment #TheBearcatWay #ProudTraditionPromisingFuture
15 days ago, Decatur County Schools
Decatur County Schools educators and staff participate in Professional Development Day, engaging in training sessions, collaborative learning, group discussions, and interactive activities designed to support teaching, learning, and student success.
Decatur County Schools educators and staff participate in Professional Development Day, engaging in training sessions, collaborative learning, group discussions, and interactive activities designed to support teaching, learning, and student success.
Decatur County Schools educators and staff participate in Professional Development Day, engaging in training sessions, collaborative learning, group discussions, and interactive activities designed to support teaching, learning, and student success.
Decatur County Schools educators and staff participate in Professional Development Day, engaging in training sessions, collaborative learning, group discussions, and interactive activities designed to support teaching, learning, and student success.
Decatur County Schools educators and staff participate in Professional Development Day, engaging in training sessions, collaborative learning, group discussions, and interactive activities designed to support teaching, learning, and student success.
Decatur County Schools educators and staff participate in Professional Development Day, engaging in training sessions, collaborative learning, group discussions, and interactive activities designed to support teaching, learning, and student success.
AP Lit students discuss Act 1 of Othello in Socratic Seminars.
16 days ago, BHS Purango
AP Lit students discuss Act 1 of Othello in Socratic Seminars.
AP Lit students discuss Act 1 of Othello in Socratic Seminars.
🎓 Progress Reports Coming Home 🎓
Decatur County Schools students’ progress reports will be released on September 10th

Parents and guardians can check grades, attendance, and more anytime through the Parent Portal (Infinite Campus):
👉 https://campus.dcboe.com/campus/portal/decaturco.jsp

#ProgressReports #DecaturCountySchools #TheBearcatWay
16 days ago, Decatur County Schools
graphic that reads decatur county schools students progress reports will be released september 10th - decatur county schools branded in purple and gold with a bearcat wearing a graduation cap in the top right corner
📚 Reminder, Bearcat families! There will be NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, September 4 and Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

Enjoy the long weekend, Bearcats!
16 days ago, Decatur County Schools
Bald eagle in front of a faded American flag beside a Decatur County Schools graphic. Text reads: “Reminder: No School! Student Holidays Friday, September 4th & Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.”


🎀💗 BHS — IT’S TIME TO PINK OUT! 💗🎀

ONE SCHOOL. ONE COMMUNITY. ONE POWERFUL CAUSE.

This fall, our Bainbridge High School Fall Sports are coming together for something bigger than the game. We are PINKING OUT to honor those who have fought, celebrate those who have won, stand beside those who are still fighting, and remember those we have lost. 💗

We’re starting a little early because we want EVERYONE to have a chance to be part of this incredible movement!

🏐 VOLLEYBALL — SEPTEMBER 8, Games start @5 pm & 7 pm
🥎 SOFTBALL — OCTOBER 1, Games start 4 pm & 5:30 pm
🏈 FOOTBALL /CHEER — OCTOBER 23, Kickoff at 7:30 pm @ Centennial Field

🎀 WEAR YOUR PINK. BRING YOUR FAMILY. FILL THE STANDS.

Pink Out shirts are available through Buddy & Bella’s BHS School Store, and every shirt purchased helps make an impact.

Link to Purchase: https://bainbridge-highschool-ctae-school-store.square.site/

100% OF THE PROCEEDS FROM PINK OUT SHIRT SALES WILL BE DONATED TO THE BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP OF DECATUR COUNTY. 💗

And this is about more than wearing pink…

🌸 WE WANT TO HONOR OUR SURVIVORS! 🌸

If you are a Breast Cancer Survivor, or you have a family member who is a survivor, we want you to be our special guests! Please invite them to join us at one of our Pink Out games as we recognize and celebrate the strength, courage, and perseverance of those who have faced breast cancer.

If a survivor will be attending, please let Kristina Barber know at kbarber@dcboe.com so we can make sure they are included in our recognition.

🎀 THEN, ON OCTOBER 23 AT THE BHS FOOTBALL GAME, WE WILL PRESENT THE CHECK TO THE BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP OF DECATUR COUNTY!

Let’s make these games unforgettable.

Let’s make the stands PINK.
Let’s make our voices LOUD.
Let’s make our support UNSTOPPABLE.

BHS, THIS IS OUR CHANCE TO SHOW WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A COMMUNITY. 💗

🎀 WEAR PINK. SHOW UP. STAND TOGETHER. MAKE A DIFFERENCE. 🎀

#BainbridgeHighSchool #BHS #PinkOut #BreastCancerAwareness #BHSStrong #CommunityStrong #SupportSurvivors #PinkOutBainbridge #TogetherWeFight

16 days ago, Bainbridge High School
Purchase your BHS Pink Out Shirt
Pink Out at BHS Sporting Events
Breast Cancers Fighters and Survivors Invitations to Volleyball Game
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
18 days ago, BHS Purango
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
Our Biology students put natural selection into action with a hands-on survival of the fittest lab! Students modeled how environmental pressures can impact which organisms survive and reproduce over generations.
The Bearcat Golf recently played in the Decatur County Rotary Golf Tournament. The team won 2nd place out of a full field of teams. Congratulations to Dominique Davis, Rylan Godwin, Noah Henderson, and Brendon White for representing Bearcat Golf!
18 days ago, BHS Golf
Dominique Davis, Rylan Godwin, Noah Henderson, and Brendon White

The Bearcats hit the road to Thomasville and left it all on the field.

📸 We’ve got the full set of game photos from the Bearcats vs. Bulldogs matchup — every drive, every moment, every snap.

Check out the gallery and relive the action with us.

8.28.26 @ Thomasville City


18 days ago, Bearcat Broadcasting
Bearcats Thomasville game captains
Bearcats hit the road to Thomasville and left it all on the field.

📸 We’ve got the full set of game photos from the Bearcats vs. Bulldogs matchup — every drive, every moment, every snap.

Check out the gallery and relive the action with us

18 days ago, Bearcat Broadcasting
QR Code for the Bearcat Broadcasting Photo Gallery

Celebrating Our One Act Competition Team Seniors! 🎭

A huge THANK YOU to Selah Photography for capturing these beautiful photos of our talented students! We are so proud of our One Act Competition Team and we’re especially excited to celebrate our amazing seniors during their final One Act season! 🥹👏

JaQuan Bradshaw

Rylie Williams
Jayden Williams
Mary Margaret Beckham (Secretary)
Audrey Nichols
Matthew Strickland (President)
Not Pictured: Teagan Lowry

Come support our students and see them bring The Addams Family to life on stage October 24th & 25th! 🕷️ We can’t wait to cheer on this incredible group as they represent our school this competition season! 🖤

#OneAct #TheAddamsFamily #SeniorSpotlight #TheatreFamily #SupportTheArts #Savethedate

18 days ago, BHS Drama
Seniors in One Act 26-27
Seniors in One Act 26-27
Seniors in One Act 26-27
Seniors in One Act 26-27
Seniors in One Act 26-27
Seniors in One Act 26-27
Seniors in One Act 26-27
🏈 FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL! 🏈

The Bearcats are back at Centennial Field Friday night as we take on the Shaw Raiders!

⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Centennial Field

Come out, be LOUD & PROUD, and pack the stands!
💜💛 #GoBearcats #FearNoOne
19 days ago, Bearcat Athletics
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Bearcats,

Below is the direct link for parents to preorder Fall Pictures being taken at BHS on September 17th. This is a great way for all to order instead of having to worry about bringing order forms and money on picture day.:

https://bpiphotography.net/view-order-photos/

There is also an image included with a QR code that will take you to the website as well.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to an excellent picture day, and I hope you have a wonderful week.

19 days ago, Bainbridge High School
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Thank you, FRM and Laura Manley, for the generous donation of corn to the wildlife program at BHS. Students put corn in the campus feeders as part of their semester-long wildlife population study.
19 days ago, Victoria Hill
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