Battlefield Bobcast

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

Phone: 571-261-4400

Good Afternoon, Bobcat Families!

We’ve officially wrapped up the first quarter of the school year—congratulations on making it through Q1! As we move forward, we encourage you to regularly review your child’s academic progress and connect with teachers if you have any questions or concerns.

As shared in last week’s message, please note that PWCS will no longer be adjusting quarter grades to a minimum of 50% for students whose grades fall below that threshold.

For those attending tonight’s football game, please be aware that the Concessions Stand will be closed. However, we’re excited to welcome an ice cream truck that will be offering water and soda for purchase. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience.

Looking ahead, schools will be closed for students on Monday, November 3 and Tuesday, November 4 for teacher workdays. On Monday, we will host our Touchbase event from 7:30–9:30 AM, providing families a valuable opportunity to meet briefly (3–5 minutes) with their child’s teachers.

Thank you for your continued support, and we wish you a safe and enjoyable weekend!

Warm regards,

Enjoy the weekend!

Principal Lucas

• November 3 - No school for students
• November 3 - Touch Base 7:30 - 9:30 AM
• November 4 - No school for students
• November 6 - FAFSA Hands On Workshop
• November 11 - No school - Veterans Day
• November 18 - SAC meeting 6:30 in the library
• November 20 - 22nd - BHS Fall Theatre Production
• November 26 - 28th - No School – Thanksgiving Holiday (Schools and Offices Closed)

Next week, we honor two incredible professionals who make a lasting impact on our school community. Shannon Welteroth, our dedicated school psychologist, supports the emotional and academic well-being of our students with compassion and expertise. Danielle James, our attentive attendance officer, works tirelessly to ensure every student is present, engaged, and set up for success. We are grateful for their commitment and the positive difference they make every day!

The Virginia Council on the Educational Opportunity for Military Children voted on October 1, 2025, to approve Battlefield High School as a recipient of the SY 2025-2026 Purple Star 2nd Award.

Parents/guardians are invited to meet briefly (3–5 minutes) with their student’s teachers and counselor. No appointment needed! Conferences will be held in the Cafeteria Commons, Enclosed Cafeteria, and Library. Enter through Door 1 (main entrance) or Door 4 (auditorium side) and park in the stadium lot.

Bring a list of your student’s teachers. Staff and AFJROTC cadets will help direct you. If you need more time with a teacher, please follow up via email.

We look forward to seeing you!

First marking period report cards will be mailed on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Grades are available in real time in ParentVUE. Report card templates are available to help parents/guardians read and understand all of the categories on a PWCS high school report card in their preferred language:

Arabic

Chinese

Farsi

Korean

Pashto

Spanish

Urdu

Vietnamese

❓Did you miss the two BFHS SRGS Academics meetings or are you still unsure?

🖥️If so, students who missed the meetings for the Summer Residential Governor's School for Academics, a county wide virtual meeting will be held on November 4th. More information can be found on the Battlefield Student Canvas page under the SRGS module.

Link to the Info Session

• Meeting ID: 275 031 9352
• Passcode: 39n5MM

📩Please contact Mr. King (kingbr@pwcs.edu) to schedule a follow-up meeting or if you have any questions.

Senior Parents/Guardians, If you have questions about filling out the FAFSA, join us on Thursday, Nov. 6th, from 6-8 pm. Please enter though door #4 and follow the signs to Lab 1000.

Unfortunately, we must postpone the ASVAB test originally scheduled for administration on Nov. 10th. The government shutdowns are impacting the ability to administer the tests. We will send an update as soon as more information becomes available.

SENIOR ADS

Senior ads will close February 12th or until space fills up. Buy your Senior Ad now before they are gone!

Must be purchased by March 1st to guarantee a copy! Get yours now and hold onto your Bobcat memories for a lifetime.

Parents/guardians of seniors may choose to exclude SAT and ACT scores from their student’s high school transcript. If you opt out, scores must be sent directly to colleges by the testing organizations (College Board or ACT).

To opt out, complete the “Transcript SAT/ACT Opt-Out” form in the Notices, Consents, and Acknowledgements section of the Back to School Packet in ParentVue.

Questions? Contact your school counselor.

Did you know all students have access to free online therapy through Hazel Health? No referral or insurance needed—just safe, confidential support from licensed therapists who specialize in working with kids and teens. Click here for more information.

Students who are caught up on assignments and assessments can sign up & join us in the library! November's calendar for optional FLEX activities features a nature walk, learning how to use AI with Canva, trivia, tutoring, and a book swap. Check out activity descriptions and find links in the Library module, or students can stop into the library for more information. NOTE: Sign-up Forms open up at 7 a.m. one week prior to the activity and close at 12:30 p.m. the day before.

Student Expectations for participating are:

1. Sign up and receive confirmation for any activity of interest
2. Pick up a Purple Pass from the Library the day before or morning of that FLEX day
3. Report to FLEX teacher for attendance and permission
4. Check in at the Library, sign in, and enjoy!

Hey Bobcats! We are seeking some feedback about library services and activities. Please help us keep the library a place to serve all students by filling out a survey to help us support you best. Thank you so much!

🔍 Want to Learn More?

Join the Girls Basketball Tryout Informational Zoom Meeting:

🗓 Date: November 6, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM (Eastern Time)
📌 Meeting ID: 861 0031 9746
🔒 Passcode: Mq1eQP

Dates:

📅 November 10, 11, & 12
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 BHS Gym

Important:
To participate, students must be registered and approved in Arbiter with a valid physical submitted by noon on November 7.

The students in Battlefield's leadership program have planned an exciting, family-friendly event for all fitness levels: our Claws and Paws 5K!

📅 Date: Saturday, November 8

📍 Location: Battlefield Stadium

⏰ Check-in: 8:00 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.

🏃 Run begins: 9:30 A.M.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just there for the fun, this event is all about getting active, giving back, and celebrating our amazing community spirit. Expect energy, music, and plenty of smiles!

✨ How to Register

Register now at: www.gofan.co

💙 Why We Run

Proceeds will go toward: House of Mercy, a nonprofit organization that provides food, clothing, and educational services to those in need. Bringing canned goods can be a very helpful extra way to give back to the organization🥫!

So, lace up your sneakers, invite your family, and be part of a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community pride. We can’t wait to see you there!

Adult volunteers are needed for the Paws and Claws 5K. Contact Mr Bills at billsra@pwcs.edu

SCA is excited to host Battlefield’s first ever Fall Festival, a community event to bring our school and area together!!! 🍂🍁

When: November 8th, 12-3pm (after powderpuff!)

Where: Bus Loop

Screenshot the QR code to sign up for your club/sport by November 1st! Use this opportunity to promote your team!

We’ll have food and activities but need clubs’ help to make this great!! Spread the word!!

PWCS 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) Community Outreach, Business Partnerships and Philanthropy Department, in collaboration with other PWCS programs, and community and business partners.

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.

All sophomores, juniors, and seniors now have access to Khan Academy’s Official Digital SAT Prep through Clever. This invaluable resource is designed to support students in their preparation for the SAT, providing personalized practice and instructional videos tailored to each student’s needs. We believe this resource will significantly contribute to our students’ success, not only with SAT but also in their future academic and career endeavors.

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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