Battlefield Bobcast

Principal: DeLores Lucas
Location: 15000 Graduation Drive, Haymarket, VA, United States

Phone: 571-261-4400

Hello Bobcat Families,

I hope you’re gearing up for the winter snow heading our way! Whether you plan to enjoy a sled ride, build a snowman, or warm up with hot chocolate by the fire, I hope you find time for fun and family togetherness. Today’s message includes a few important reminders.

School is closed for students on Monday, January 26, for a teacher workday.

The second quarter has officially ended, and report cards will be available soon. As always, ParentVUE is the best place to access the most up-to-date information on student progress.

With winter weather in the forecast, please stay tuned to local news for school closing updates. Students were reminded to take home their school-issued laptops yesterday (Thursday, January 22) in case PWCS announces a Code Orange day. You can visit the PWCS Closings, Delays, and Emergencies page for additional details.

We encourage all students to make use of Khan Academy for extra practice in reading, writing, and math.

The PWCS annual Gallup Survey opens February 9 for families, staff, and students. The survey window closes on February 20 for employees and February 28 for families. Students will complete the survey at school during Advisory next month. Your feedback is incredibly valuable—it helps us identify strengths, areas for growth, and ways to continue improving our schools and workplace.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to ensure every student thrives.

Principal Lucas

• January 23 - No School - Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
• January 26 - No School – Division Parent Conferences / Division Professional Development (No School for Students)
• February 11 - Orchestra Pre-Assessment
• February 12 - Band Pre-Assessment
• February 16 - No School - Presidents Day Holiday (School and Offices are closed)
• February 23 - Online Safety Presentation by Special Agent Stumpf

Christian, a 2009 graduate of Battlefield High School, has been hired as the Defensive Coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys. He was the Eagles secondary coach and passing-game coordinator for two years.

Congratulations to Christian. Wishing him great success in this exciting new role!

The Specialty Program Application closes on February 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Visit the Specialty Program Application Process webpage to get step-by-step guidance on the application process, including how to apply, important deadlines, and what to expect after submitting an application.

If you need help with the application process, please join one of our virtual help sessions. You can also contact the Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs office at aasp@pwcs.edu.

If you have specific questions about a program, please attend a school-based information session or reach out to the specialty program coordinator who oversees the program.

Graduation day is approaching! Be sure to order your cap and gown in preparation for the big celebration.

The Shout-Out slideshow will play on the big screens at Eagle Bank Arena live prior to the graduation ceremony on May 29th, 2026. This is an opportunity for grandparents, neighbors, friends, siblings, aunts, uncles, coaches ANYONE to celebrate the graduates accomplishments. Shout-outs cost $5.00. Deadline to purchase is May 1st at 5pm. Please use this link to purchase Senior Shout Outs 2026

*New this year! VIP Parking at Graduation

100% of profit goes to fund the Class of 2026 After Grad party. Buy your ticket here!

The BHS College & Career Connection is updated weekly with a wealth of information including BHS counseling events, sign ups, job and internship opportunities, college visits, community/college events, scholarships, and more! Check back frequently to stay informed about everything college and career!

This past weekend, nearly 40 students from the Engineering Explorations & Engineering Analysis classes attended a robotics event in Alexandria. Thanks to donoations from CloudHQ & Battlefield High School, the students spend the first semester designing, building, and programming robots for the event. Several teams were recognized for their efforts: 194 - 2nd Place Design Award 354 - 2nd Place Sustain Award 23566 - 2nd Place Think Award. Congratulations students!

6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 29, 2026 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Thursday, January 29, 2026, for a webinar with Dr. Karen Mapp that will focus on strengthening family engagement practices. Strategies for building authentic partnerships between families and schools will be provided, emphasizing communication, trust, and shared responsibility for student success. Participants will leave with actionable tools to create inclusive, collaborative environments that support both parents and staff in fostering meaningful engagement.

Register here!

⏰Time is ticking! There are only two weeks left to sign up for a Battlefield PTO membership in order to be eligible for one of this year’s Scholarships.

The Battlefield PTO is proud to award FIVE scholarships to students across all grade levels:

💰 Scholarship Breakdown

• 2 Seniors — $1,000 each

• 1 Junior — $750

• 1 Sophomore — $500

• 1 Freshman — $250

✅ Eligibility Requirements

• Students must have an active Battlefield PTO family membership for the 2025–2026 school year

• 📅 Membership deadline: January 31

📝 How Winners Are Chosen

Scholarships will be awarded based on student essays, which will be reviewed by an independent panel to ensure a fair and unbiased selection process.

📣 More details regarding essay requirements and the application process will be shared soon.

Don’t miss this opportunity—be sure your PTO membership is active before the deadline.

PWCS students have access to free online tutoring 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Students can access Varsity by logging in to PWCS Portal. To log in to PWCS Portal, students use their PWCS username and password. See this website for more information.

Click here for more information and to register

All students in grades 9–12 now have access to Khan Academy through the PWCS Portal, powered by ClassLink. This learning platform offers personalized tools, instructional videos, and practice assessments designed to support academic success—especially in preparation for the PSAT and SAT.

Getting Started Is Easy:

1. Visit the PWCS Portal.

2. Log in using your PWCS username and password (do not include “@pwcs-edu.org”).

3. Click the Khan Academy icon to launch the app and begin exploring resources.

Khan Academy is highly recommended for students preparing for standardized tests. Its content is aligned with College Board standards offering targeted practice to help students build confidence and improve performance. The most commonly used SAT preparation courses include:

• SAT: Math

• SAT: Reading and Writing

These courses are selected because they reflect the core sections of the SAT exam. Khan Academy’s SAT Math course covers algebra, problem-solving, data analysis, and advanced math topics. The Reading and Writing course focuses on grammar, vocabulary in context, and evidence-based reading comprehension, all essential skills for the SAT.

To access the SAT Prep courses, click on the “Courses” menu located at the top of the screen. Scroll down and select “Test Prep” from the list of available subjects. Under the Test Prep section, this where you’ll find the two main course options: “SAT Math” and “SAT Reading and Writing.” These courses are designed in partnership with the College Board and provide targeted practice aligned with the actual SAT exam format.

PWCS encourages all high school students to take advantage of this district provided resource to support their learning and college readiness.

Bobcat Community, The Battlefield Journalism students are looking to share your good news, community events, business spotlights, achievements, community heroes, and novelty stories. Send your stories worth sharing to bridgej@pwcs.edu.

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