If you'd like to watch the 43rd Annual Elementary Music Festival, you may watch it here: HERE!

3 days ago, BDS Communications
The results are in! Congratulations to our middle and high school bands on their stellar MPA scores from this past weekend!
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Don’t forget to spring forward, BDS families!
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It's official! The new Vera Shamplain AstroTurf field is officially open for competition!
10 days ago, BDS Communications
Vera Shamplain ribbon cutting
As we approach the final testing window of the school year, let’s commit to making every day count by attending school regularly and arriving on time.

Consistent attendance supports academic achievement and helps students feel confident and prepared to do their best. Let’s work together to finish the year strong; your support and your child’s presence truly make a difference.
13 days ago, BDS Communications
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The School Choice Open Enrollment window is officially underway!
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Check out this FREE STEM opportunity!
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VPK registration is NOW OPEN!
Register online beginning at https://www.bay.k12.fl.us/o/bds/page/student-registration.
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We had the best time welcoming our newest littles at KinderFair today!!
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Your Voice Matters, BDS Families!

Bay District Schools is asking parents and guardians to share their feedback through the Cognia Parent Survey. Your input helps shape decisions, strengthen our schools, and support every student as we work to Put the “A” Back in Bay.

✔️ Completely anonymous
✔️ Takes just a few minutes
✔️ Helps improve communication, family partnerships, and student support

The survey is open February 13 – March 13, 2026.

Take Part Here:
🔹 Part 1: https://bit.ly/26bdsparent

🔹 Part 2: https://bit.ly/bdsparent26

Together, we can make a difference for our students and schools. Thank you for partnering with Bay District Schools!
25 days ago, BDS Communications
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Ms. Shaniel Robinson, 3rd grade teacher from Oscar Patterson Academy, was featured on WJHG. Check it out HERE!

about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
Ms. Robinson being interviewed
Today we celebrate our incredible School Resource Officers! Thank you for building relationships, keeping our campuses safe, and supporting our students every day. Your dedication makes a lasting difference in our schools and our community. Happy School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
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History in the Making! Join us as Bay County makes history with the first-ever FHSAA Girls Flag Football game. On Tuesday, February 17th, Mosley will take on Rutherford at Tommy Oliver Stadium at 7:00 p.m. See you there!
about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
FHSAA Girls Flag Football Flyer

Congratulations to our new girls weightlifting STATE CHAMPION, Alannah Rhodes from Bay High School!

about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
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Congratulations to instructional specialist, Kelly Pontiff, for being named our Nelson Building Employee of the Month!
about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
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We’re kicking off Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements, resilience, and lasting impact of Black Americans who have shaped our history and continue to inspire our future
about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
Million Man March
February is CTE Month!
about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
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Happy Professional School Counseling Week to all our dedicated and hard-working counselors!
about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
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Thank you, again, to our sponsors of yesterday's Excellence in Education Awards Ceremony: St. Joe Community Foundation, Bay Education Foundation, Bill Cramer Chevrolet, Horace Mann, and Chevron!
about 1 month ago, BDS Communications
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Congratulations to Merritt Brown Middle School Band Director, Jonathon Cason, for being named the 2025-2026 BDS Teacher of the Year!!!
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