Introducing Our New Principal, Mrs. DeLores Lucas!
Mrs. DeLores Lucas has been named principal of Battlefield High School, effective September 26.
Mrs. Lucas has been an educator for more than 20 years, most recently serving as assistant principal at Patriot High School since 2014.
While serving as assistant principal, Mrs. Lucas contributed to the development of a new specialty program, and supervised the English, special education, world languages, gifted, family and consumer science, and science areas. She also served as the graduation coordinator, assisted with master scheduling, and led the continuous improvement plan implementation.
Mrs. Lucas previously served as an administrative intern, department chair and English teacher at Patriot High School. She also taught for seven years at Battlefield High School and two years at Parkside Middle School.
Mrs. Lucas earned a bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from George Mason University and a master’s degree in educational leadership and administration from The George Washington University.
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Lucas back to the Bobcat family!
Security Officer Appreciation Week
Did you know that the 3rd week of September is National Security Officer week? Our security team is dedicated to protecting our students and staff. Without them it would be impossible for the rest of the school to function in a safe an orderly environment. They are highly trained professionals who deter crime, lead investigations, work closely with Officer Sheldon, patrol the school, and are constantly vigilant in their efforts to keep our staff and students safe.
Thank you to Mr. Jeff Buzzi, Ms. Tiffany Gray, Mr. Robert Milburn and Ms. Tatiana Vollano for all that they do each and every day to ensure our safety! We appreciate you.
Welcoming Back Ms. Johnson and Fergus, Our BHS Therapy Dog During FLEX 1 & 2 on 9/26
Fergus is a 9-year-old yellow lab who has been working as a therapy dog for 6 years. He loves kids, bones and balls, and above all FOOD! Fergus trained to be a guide dog, but when it was clear his skill set wasn’t a good fit for guiding, he was adopted by the Johnson family who raised him as a puppy. Working as a therapy dog is his passion and he gets so excited every time he sees his vest getting pulled out.
Fergus loves coming to Battlefield! Fergus visits a few times a month on FLEX days. His visits are usually announced in the Bobcast and on his Instagram account (follow along at: @fergusbhs_therapydog). Students can visit with Fergus in the front of the building by 1) going to their scheduled FLEX, 2) asking their FLEX teacher, 3) signing out in e-hall pass. Students can hang out with Fergus for 10-15 mins before returning to their FLEX class.
Homecoming Dance - Saturday, September 30
Tickets for the Homecoming Dance are now available on Ticket Spicket. The Dance is Saturday, September 30th from 8pm – 11pm at BHS.
Tickets are $25.
Free Tests
The Bobcat Clinic offers free rapid home covid test that students may take home to test or utilize for their families. PWCS continues to follow CDC guidelines for returning to school practices post Covid. Please notify the school nurse Mrs. Mount at Mountja@pwcs.edu or at 703-743-3540 of any positive test results so we can update attendance. Also, starting Monday, September 25th the federal government will be send up to four free Covid test per household COVID.gov - Free at-home COVID-19 tests
Reminder to Order Boutonnieres and Corsages for Homecoming by 9/23
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.
Congratulations to our Commended Students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program
Congratulations to Alexander Reth, Sidak Singh, Megan Vu, and Carson Wu, who have been named Commended Students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program.
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the 2024 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2024 competition by taking the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).
“Those being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for NMSC. “These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success.”
Supporting Team A.S.P.I.R.E.
The success of the Battlefield high school robotics programs has always been driven by exceptional partnerships among the students, mentors, coaches, school staff, school division leadership, business partners, and parents. We are always looking to strengthen these relationships and to find families and businesses that can partner with us personally and financially. If you might be able to support us in any one of a variety of ways, please let us know. Contact Brian Shepard: sheparbn@pwcs.edu
Thank you, Team A.S.P.I.R.E.
Home Games Next Week
9/26
JV FIELD HOCKEY PLAY AT 5:30 P.M. VS GAINESVILLE
FRESHMAN VOLLEYBALL PLAY AT 5:30 P.M. VS GAINESVILLE
JV VOLLEYBALL PLAY AT 5:30 P.M. VS GAINESVILLE
VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY PLAY AT 7:00 P.M. VS GAINESVILLE
VARSITY VOLLEYBALL PLAY AT 7:00 P.M VS GAINESVILLE IT IS ALSO THEIR MORGAN'S MESSAGE DEDICATION GAME SO THE THEME IS BLUE OUT
9/29
VARISTY FOOTBALL VS UNITY REED @ HOME AT 7:00P.M.
Senior Lawn Signs
The Senior Grad Party is selling lawn signs for 2024 graduates!
Lawn signs are on sale now for $25 until Sept. 30th. Orders received by Sept. 30th will be available for pickup in October.
Lawn Sign prices increase to $35 on October 1st! Order now for the low price of $25. Signs purchased October 1st or later will be available for pickup in April.
First Chapter Friday - Dreamland Burning
First Chapter Friday continues with Dreamland Burning by Jennifer Latham, read by Mrs. Tierney! Stop into the Library to scan the QR code, or visit the First Chapter Friday page for a direct link. Chat with a member of the library staff if you have a specific request.
Got News to Share? Lets have Battlefield Journalism Cover it!
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.
2023 DV Rides Auto Show on October 7th, 2023, from 9am – 12pm at Battlefield HS
Please join us for the 2023 DV Rides Auto Show on October 7th, 2023, from 9am – 12pm at Battlefield HS.
DV Rides is a community-driven and resident-led auto enthusiast group based in Dominion Valley with over 200 members. This year we’re excited to expand the Auto Show to all neighborhoods in the Battlefield HS district.
The DV Rides Auto Show is inclusive to all Rides; we want your cool Rides and daily drivers, your mud crawlers and pavement princesses. All types and conditions of cars, trucks, jeeps, and motorcycles are welcomed; we’ve even had kid’s Power Wheels and a boat… if it moves you, then pre-register your Ride as soon as possible! Registration includes free coffee & donuts, a free raffle entry ticket, and entry into the Best-In-Show contests.
Please spread the word to your neighbors, friends, and family…
We look forward to seeing YOU and your Ride at the 2023 DV Rides Auto Show!
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