Battlefield Bobcast

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

Phone: 571-261-4400

Facebook: facebook.com/BattlefieldHighSchoolPWCS

Instagram: @battlefieldhighschool_bobcats

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This first week of school was nothing short of spectacular. As I wandered through the halls, I saw student engagement in every classroom. As I shared with the staff, taking time to build positive relationships with students and time for students to get to know their peers is vital to students' academic and social success. Your support in that vein is so appreciated. I look forward to great year and I wish you a fantabulous Friday and weekend!

Thank you,

Principal DeLores Lucas

Battlefield High School's Back to School Night is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27th.

Back to School Night Schedule:

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Meet Parent Liaison, PTO, Athletic Boosters, and other school-based groups

6:45 PM – 8:25 PM: Following your child’s schedule to meet teachers.

Battlefield High School wants Back-to-School Night 2024 to be a positive event for our community. This year we are changing the presentation style and asking parents to follow their child’s schedule to meet teachers. See schedule below:

6:45 PM – 6:55 PM Block 1

7:00 PM – 7:10 PM Block 2

7:15 PM – 7:25 PM Block 3

7:30 PM – 7:40 PM Block 4

7:45 PM – 7:55 PM Block 5

8:00 PM – 8:10 PM Block 6

8:15 PM – 8:25 Pm Block 7

Here are a few quick tips for Excusing an Absence or Tardy and Arranging an Early Dismissal:

TO ARRANGE AN EARLY DISMISSAL

• The easiest method for requesting an early dismissal is email. the parent should email the Attendance Office at BFHS-Attendance@pwcs.edu. Your student will receive an email to use as their pass and you can wait curbside for your student.
  
• Requests for early dismissals must include the full legal name of the student, reason for leaving early, and the time of the requested dismissal.
• Please reference the phrase "Early Dismissal" in the subject line of the email message.

EXCUSE AN ABSENCE (DAY OF OR IN ADVANCE)

• Use ParentVUE on the day of an absence or in advance of a planned absence.
• This is for full day absence only, not early dismissals or tardies.
  
  

EXCUSE A PAST ABSENCE

• Email BFHS-attendance@pwcs.edu
• Please reference the phrase ABSENCE in the subject line of your email message.

EXCUSE A TARDY

• Email BFHS-attendance@pwcs.edu
• Please reference the phrase TARDY in the subject line of your email message.

*If you have questions or concerns about attendance issues at Battlefield High School, please reach out to Judy Beerbower at BeerboJM@pwcs.edu or (703) 743-3685.*

Students will have the opportunity to take the annual PWCS Needs Assessment during one of their Advisory periods over the course of the first two weeks of school.

9th grade gifted students--if you have not turned in your permission for services form yet, please submit the form to the gifted office in room 2135 by September 6. Email Ms. Burke (burkegk@pwcs.edu) if you have any questions.

PWCS offers breakfast and lunch in all schools. Find information about menus, meal prices, how to pay for meals, and the application for free and reduced-price meals on the PWCS website.

Parents/Guardians have the ability to obtain an account for Canvas that has an Observer role in all of the classes in which their children are enrolled. This is done by obtaining a pairing code from their student and using that pairing code to apply for their new account. Once their account is created, additional pairing codes for other children in the family can be added so that parents may access the canvas classrooms for all of their students from a single Canvas Observer account.

Directions for this process are posted on the PWCS Canvas & Zoom page. Scroll down to the blue bar “Parent, Guardian, Observer Access Code to Canvas”.

Here you will find information about what the Canvas Observer role is and a summary of what it can and cannot do. Note: Parents/Guardians will not be provided with PWCS Zoom accounts.

988 has been designated as the nationwide three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors are trained to provide free and confidential emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, and connect them to resources. These services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States.

Purchase the 2025 BHS Yearbook or Senior Ads at Jostens.com.

PWCS students in grades K-12 have access to free online tutoring 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Students have unlimited access to trained tutors to ask questions or get feedback on their writing, as well as practice independently in a variety of subjects to grow their confidence.

Varsity Tutors is a secure, online tutoring service that provides students with unlimited, 24/7 academic support. Whether a student is stuck on homework, studying for a test, or needs someone to read and make suggestions for their essays, there will always be experts available online to assist students in all subjects.

Review FAQs and learn how to access Varsity.

The Battlefield High School Counseling Department invites all senior parents/guardians to Senior Parent Night on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 6:30pm in the BHS auditorium. We will cover the following topics to help you prepare your senior for post-graduation:

• Overview of Senior Counseling Lesson

• Naviance Overview

• Requesting Letters of Recommendation and Transcripts

• Applying to College

• Military Pathways & ASVAB

• Entering the Workforce

• Financial Aid & Scholarships

We hope to see you there!

Interested in learning more about NHS? Save the date: September 4, 2024 If you are a rising Junior or Senior and interested in learning about the National Honor Society, please join us on Wednesday, September 4th after school in the auditorium to learn about the selection process and ask questions. In the meantime, please contact Ms. Clark (clarkkr@pwcs.edu) or Mrs. Ramirez (ramirema@pwcs.edu) with any questions.

Are you ready to take the lead? Join the ranks of future innovators and entrepreneurs by applying for an FBLA officer position. We are looking for students interested in business who are eager to develop their leadership skills. Please fill out the form by August, 29th to be considered.

Hello Bobcats! The Fall Sports regular season is upon us. Please be sure to purchase your Bobcat Passes. We have individual and family passes, as well as a 10 game pass. Plenty of options to save you money.

Bobcats, welcome back to school! Varsity football games are a wonderful social event for our students and families. Please prepare for walking through a metal detector at all Varsity Football games throughout Prince William County. Gates will not open prior to an hour before game time. Also gates will be closed at the end of the 3rd quarter so there will be no entry in the 4th quarter of the football game.

BHS ABC is selling 16 x 24 single sided yard signs customizable with your athlete's name and number (were applicable). The cost is $25 and includes a stake. Please order online through Friday, August 30th.

Pickup will be at Battlefield High School on/about 9/5/24. Boosters will contact purchasers when pick up dates are finalized. Proceeds benefit Battlefield Athletics and Teams. Scan the QR code in the image or go to the website.

Welcome back Bobcats! We are excited to kick off the 2024-2025 year. Athletic Boosters is a volunteer organization for parents/guardians and fans with the sole purpose of supporting Bobcat Athletics and all of our teams. We had a very successful year last year on the fields, courts, and tracks/trails and look forward to building on that.

Membership - Annual dues are $50 with 50% of the dues going to the sport of your choice. Members have a voice in how funds are distributed and our programming. We meet on a monthly basis at the school with meeting days set by sports season. This fall meetings will be the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 with both in-person and online options. To become a member, visit our membership website.

Show your Bobcat Pride - Athletic Boosters provides all non-sport specific spirit wear for students and fans! We will selling at upcoming home sporting events and during lunch. Be sure to buy some new Bobcat gear for the year!

New this year, the Athletic Boosters is offering personalized yard signs for you to show your Bobcat Pride at home. Fall Sports sales are open now through August 30. You order online and we will notify you when signs are ready for pick up at the school. What a fun way to brag on (or embarrass) your child by supporting them both at the events and in the neighborhood! See the attachment for full details!

Concessions - Concessions are staffed by our athletic team parents and volunteers. This is an easy way for teams to earn funds for your team. Who doesn't like to eat at games? No additional check writing, just a few hours of your time and you get to know other team parents. We look forward to work with you during the year. Be on the lookout for Fall Sports sign ups from your coach or our social media.

We are excited to introduce new options with Concessions. Mobile ordering and limited wait times! Check out our Facebook page and website for more information. We will have additional information at the games!

Stay Connected - Please stay up to date with our information our BHS ABC Website, Facebook: Battlefield High School Athletic Booster Club & Instagram: @battlefieldabc

Welcome back Bobcats! EVERY DOLLAR we raise goes back to school!

Just last week, PTO provided free ice cream for all the new students during the New Student Orientation and provided a Back to School Welcome Lunch for all the teachers & staff!

**If your student hasn't picked up their PTO order yet, we will start delivering them directly to their classes next week**

Please become a member today and support our Bobcats!

Gold Level Membership: $75

• Scholarship Eligibility
• Class T-shirt
• Swag Bag
• Two Teacher Sponsorships

Silver Level Membership: $55

• Scholarship Eligibility
• Class T-shirt
• Swag Bag

Bronze Level Membership: $20

• Scholarship Eligibility

BHS PTO is raffling off this gorgeous wreath PLUS a $50 VISA gift card. Every membership purchased is entered to win, there are three levels to choose from. Deadline for raffle entry is 8/30.

Please become a member today to enter the raffle!

Stay Connected - Please stay up to date with our information our BHS PTO website, Facebook: BattlefieldHighSchoolPTO & Instagram: @bhspto

Please join us in person or via Zoom! Save the Date for our first meeting on September 19th, 2024 @ 7pm - Special Guest Speaker is Principal DeLores Lucas!

Location & Zoom Links will be posted on our website soon!

Come and visit our PTO table located in the Commons from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.!

The Battlefield HS PTO Senior Grad Party committee will open up personalized graduation lawn sign sales this Friday for class of 2025. There are two styles to choose from and lawn signs are $25 until Sept 30th then prices will increase to $35. All signs purchased BEFORE Oct 1st will have a pick-up date to be announced mid-October. Any signs purchased Oct 1st or later will not be available for pick-up until April.

Come out and meet the committee at 5:30 at Back to School night!! You can purchase that night or using the Lawn Signs Link.

If you would like to donate a sign for a student who cannot afford one, there is also a link on that page to do so. We want everyone to celebrate this achievement!

Any parents interested in joining the committee, our next meeting is 6:30 pm September 9th @ Dominion Valley Giant Café (near the entrance).

Battleground High School graduate and Virginia Tech alum, Daniel Milihram, is making a significant impact in our community. As the owner of Lawnvale Landscape, Daniel is not only transforming local landscapes but also generously giving back. This year, he has initiated several community projects, including providing landscaping services to local schools and non-profits. Lawnvale Landscape’s commitment to enhancing our community’s spaces demonstrates a deep-rooted dedication to making a positive difference.

The Wellness & Prevention team at Prince William County Community Services team at PWC CS offers prevention education and resources to prevent youth substance use, overdose & suicide. Additionally, their team is also offering education and resources about problem gaming & gambling. Although video games may seem harmless, the risks aren’t. Many video games imitate real-life gambling behaviors. Youth who gamble before age 12 are 4 times more likely to develop gambling problems later in life.

As you will see on the attached flyer, we are offering free virtual one-hour workshops to learn more about how to keep gaming fun and to increase knowledge about its connection to youth gambling. This workshop is intended for youth, parents/caregivers, and youth serving professionals.

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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