Battlefield Bobcast

Location: 15000 Graduation Drive, Haymarket, VA, United States

Phone: 571-261-4400

Facebook: facebook.com/BattlefieldHighSchoolPWCS

Instagram: @battlefieldhighschool_bobcats

Mike was honored at Wednesday nights school board meeting because he is one of only 38 PLTW Engineering teachers in the country to be selected for the Project Lead the Way Outstanding Engineering Educators in the USA!

There are over 3,800 PLTW Engineering Programs in the US and over 19,000 engineering instructors, so Mike's Outstanding Engineering Teacher class of 38 people is .2% of all PLTW Engineering teachers in the country!

Michele will work to enhance communication and strengthen relationships between the school and our community through various events and outreach initiatives. Originally from Boston, Michele holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Northeastern University. She avidly supports all of Boston's sports teams, especially the New England Patriots. In her spare time, Michele enjoys running, knitting, and spending quality time with her family and friends. As a mother of two daughters attending Battlefield, Michele is thrilled to join the Bobcat Family.

This morning, the Class of 2024 met to kick of their senior year together by watching the sunrise together at the BHS Football Stadium.

Thank you to the Senior Grad Party parents who helped organize donuts, muffins and drinks for our seniors to enjoy.

Flex on Tuesday, September 12th is 1/2.

Flex on Thursday, September 14th is 4/3.

Schools and Offices will be closed Friday, September 15th in observation of Rosh Hashanah.

Emergency Cards and annual acknowledgements and consents are online in ParentVUE

The Back to School Packet is where parents/guardians can review emergency cards, update contact information, and complete annual policy reviews and acknowledgements. The packet is completed online in ParentVUE. Visit the Back to School Packet website for instrcutions.

All families should complete the Back to School Packet as soon as possible, but no later than Friday, September 15, 2023.The information you provide will allow school staff to ensure the safety of your student this school year. Parents/guardians will need to complete the Back to School Packet before accessing student information in ParentVUE including class schedules and bus information.

If your child requires and wishes to self-carry an epi-pen please ensure you have completed the PWCS required allergy action plan. Every plan that has been received has been shared with the teaching team. Please contact your school nurse, Mrs. Mount if you have any questions mountja@pwcs.edu or 703-743-3540 If you need the forms please check the Student Health Services Website.

Our GOAL is to keep students in school, healthy and ready to learn. It is very common for teenagers to suffer from headaches, menstrual cramps, orthodontic or musculoskeletal pain during the school day. Parents can complete the medication form any time during the school year. This form provides the school nurse permission to administer prescription or over the counter medication (acetaminophen, ibuprofen etc) to your student. Parents must provide a small unopened bottle of medication to keep in the clinic for the entire school year. See the medication form.

Please contact your school nurse, Mrs. Mount if you have any questions mountja@pwcs.edu or 703-743-3540

Nominate your classmates for the 2023 Homecoming Court. The nomination process closes next Wednesday, September 13th at 2:00pm. There will be a follow up voting for Homecoming King and Queen! Look out for that towards the end of next week.

What is Key Club?

Key Club is a student-led, high school organization. Our members make the world a better place through service. In doing so, we grow as individuals and as leaders by answering the call to lead, summoning the courage to engage and developing the heart to serve.

We promote caring as a way of life.

Interested in Joining Battlefield High School's Key Club?

We will hold our interest meeting on Wednesday, September 13th at 2:10 in the Enclosed Cafeteria.

There will be NO transportation home after meetings. You will need to arrange transportation home on your own.

Visit our Canvas Page for more information

Volleyball:
9/11 Freshman and JV play at 5:30 vs Patriot and Varsity play at 7 vs Patriot the theme is BLACKOUT

9/13 Freshman and JV play at 5:30 vs Freedom South Riding and Varsity play at 7 vs Freedom South Riding the theme is WHITEOUT

Field Hockey:

9/11 JV play at 5:30 vs Patriot and Varsity play at 7 vs Patriot it is the Morgan's Message Dedication game, so the theme is BLUEOUT

9/13 JV play at 5:30 vs Kettle Run and Varsity play at 7 vs Freedom South Riding

Football:

9/14 Varsity play at 7 vs Woodbridge Senior the theme is NEON OUT

Do you like trivia? Do you know important dates, strange facts and other info that your friends refer to as, "useless" information? Well, try turning that "useless" information into points on the scoreboard for the Battlefield Scholastic Bowl team. An interest meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13th, after school in room 1143.

Bobcat Seniors, Please make certain to schedule your senior meeting with your school counselor following the senior lesson. Senior meetings will begin on Monday, September 11th, and are required by PWCS. Counselor contact information is available through the BFHS: Counseling and Student Services CANVAS course.

Senior Parent Night is September 13th from 6:30pm-8:00pm in the BHS auditorium. We hope to see all of our senior parents there! No registration is needed.

Are you a student-athlete dreaming of playing your sport at the NCAA level? Invest in your future and spend an hour on Sunday, September 17, 5:00pm-6:00pm Eastern time, understanding the requirements and how to prepare for NCAA certification. Join NCAA Eligibility Center staff who will walk you through what you need to do to compete at the NCAA Division I, II, or III level. Staff will be answering questions live during the presentation, so come prepared to learn how to take your game to the next level! Registration is required.

The College Funding Coach will present "Little Known Secrets of Paying for College at Battlefield High School. The presentation will be held at 6:30-8:00pm in our auditorium. It is open to all BHS families and all families from feeder middle schools. Contact Laura Kostrzebski at kostrzle@pwcs.edu with questions.

According to the Virginia Department of Education's "Regulations Governing Secondary School Transcripts," local school divisions must have a student's test record, including at least the highest score earned on college performance-related standardized tests like the SAT and ACT, on the student's secondary school transcript. Parents and guardians may elect in writing to have their child's college entrance test score excluded from the student transcript (opt-out). Access the test score opt-out form.

The Counseling Department will be sponsoring the following College and Career field trips for students this fall. Please contact Laura Kostrzebski, College and Career Counselor, with questions at kostrzle@pwcs.edu.

Explore new literature with First Chapter Friday! Each Friday we are in school, the library will showcase the first chapter of a BHS book, read by the author or a BHS staff member! No assignments, no grades, no requirements...just listen to the read-aloud and then get on with your day! All books are available at BHS, with many available through Libby and/or Hoopla through your PWC Public Library as well.

Stop into the Library to scan the QR code, or visit the First Chapter Friday page for a direct link. First up, I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys!

Please take a couple of minutes to complete the assessment survey.

Prince William County has launched its Family Engagement Series.

The Family Engagement Series provides families with resources that will assist with their student’s success. The series is led by the Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Compliance Department, in collaboration with other PWCS programs, and community and business partners. Please visit the Family Engagement Series website.

BOBCAT Dads is a spinoff of Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students), which is a family and community engagement educational initiative.

What are the goals of BOBCAT Dads program?

1. Provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important.

2. Support the school staff by providing an extra set of eyes and ears to enhance school security.
   

Who are the BOBCAT Dads and how do BOBCAT Dads work?

BOBCAT Dads are fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father figures who volunteer for a portion of the day (morning, lunch, or afternoon).

What do BOBCAT Dads do?

During the day, BOBCAT Dads may greet students and guests, help monitor the Commons during lunches, patrol the school entrances and hallways, and any other assigned activities where they actively engage with students. They may also visit classrooms and share their career experiences.

How to become a BOBCAT Dad:

1. Complete the interest form via this link.

2. Join us on Thursday, September 21st at 9 AM for a BOBCAT Dads informational meeting for previous and new BOBCAT Dads!

The Battlefield Athletic Boosters Club will hold its first meeting of the year on Tuesday, September 12 at 7:00 PM in the Little Theater and online. All members or those interested in learning more about Athletic Boosters are welcomed to attend. Come learn more about Athletic Boosters and how you can help support our mission of supporting all of our student-athletes, coaches, and athletic programs! Membership is open to parents, grandparents, step-parents or family members of Bobcat athletes or Bobcat supporters. Membership is $50 annually with 50% of the funds going to a sport of your choice.

Funds raised by Boosters through concessions and spirit wear sales and other fundraisers benefit our athletic programs. Boosters were busy over the spring and summer supporting our athletes. A few highlights include:

- Funded upgrades to the stadium and gymnasium sound systems

- Currently purchasing a set of uniforms for each Varsity team (except football) this school year

- Provided VSHL game passes for coaches to attend games free of charge

- Awarded $6,000 in scholarships to graduating senior athletes

- Provided funding to sports teams who volunteered in concessions

- Established a new online spirit store!

We are excited to continue and build upon our record of success in the coming school year. Tuesday's meeting will include: Election of a Vice President, Overview of Booster Goals for the year & volunteer opportunities & upcoming events.

To learn more, check out our website.

Homecoming dance is September 30th. The Senior Grad Party has once again partnered with Castle Drive Flowers.

Ester does amazing hand-made work on boutonnieres and corsages. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Senior Grad Party.

The deadline to order is Saturday, September 23rd.

They are on sale for $11 and 50% of sales benefits the Senior Grad Party.

Limited quantity so get yours today!!