Battlefield Bobcast

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

Phone: 571-261-4400

This week, we continue celebrating Admin Appreciation Week by recognizing the incredible work of our school leaders.

We’re grateful for our Principal, Mrs. Lucas, whose steady guidance and commitment help shape a school where students and staff can thrive.

We also want to acknowledge our Assistant Principals - Ms. Beerbower, Mr. Childress, Ms. Hostutler, Mr. McMillan, and Mr. Shaffer - for the many ways they support our school every single day. Your dedication, problem‑solving, and care make a meaningful difference.

Thank you to our entire administrative team for your leadership and all you do to support our school community!

Hello Bobcat Families,

I hope you are all doing well! Today’s message includes a few important reminders about upcoming events, traffic safety, and helpful academic resources—ParentVUE and Khan Academy.

As we approach the end of the second quarter on January 22, please remember that January 23 and 26 are teacher workdays, and schools will be closed for students on both days. This is a great time to check ParentVUE regularly and connect with teachers if you have any questions or concerns about student progress.

We have also received several reports regarding unsafe driving behaviors near the turning lane onto Graduation Drive. Cutting abruptly in front of other vehicles and blocking cars exiting the subdivision creates unsafe situations for our students, staff, and families. For everyone’s safety, please follow all traffic laws and be considerate as you enter Graduation Drive and our school property. Your cooperation helps keep our community safe.

As a reminder, all students have access to Khan Academy, an excellent tool for strengthening Reading, Writing, and Math skills—especially in preparation for the SAT. Students can use their PSAT/SAT Skills Report to determine where to begin or take a Bluebook practice test to receive personalized recommendations.

Looking ahead, Academic Advising for the 2026–27 school year will begin in February. Please stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend! Please remember that schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in recognition of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.

Go Bobcats!

Principal Lucas

• January 19 - No School - Martin Luthre King Jr. Day
• January 20 - School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting
• January 21 - Rising 9th Grade Parent Night
• January 22 - Last Day of Second Marking Period
• 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
• Febrauary 12 - Ban Pre-Assessment
• February 16 - No School - Presidents Day Holiday (School and Offices are closed)
• Feburary 23 - Online Safety Presentation by Special Agent Stumpf

Our next School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 20 at 6:30 p.m. We will meet in person in the school library.

We are still seeking volunteers for the roles of SAC Chair and Vice-Chair. If you’re interested in serving in either capacity, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Lucas at lucasdm@pwcs.edu.

We look forward to your participation and appreciate your continued support of our school community.

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

On Thursday, our students had an opportunity to hear directly from those who serve our country. Service members from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Air National Guard, and Reserves joined us to share their career journeys and real‑world experiences. Our panelists answered student questions, offered insight about life in the military, and highlighted the many educational and career pathways available after high school. We’re grateful for their time and their service.

Battlefield High School will host Rising 9th Grade Parent Night on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Department representatives will be available to answer questions in the Commons from 5:30pm-6:30pm. A presentation by the Director of School Counseling, Julie Byrne, begins at 6:30pm in the auditorium. This meeting is for all parents/guardians of 8th graders who may attend Battlefield in the 2026-2027 school year. In case of inclement weather, this event will move to Thursday, January 29, 2026.

Join us on Thursday, January 22, from 6:30-7:30 pm for a webinar designed for students and families interested in learning about advanced coursework options, including Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Enrollment. We’ll explain how these programs prepare students for college and career success, outline the unique benefits of each, and share practical tips for supporting your child’s academic journey. Register using this link.

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!

To learn about the club's plans for 2026, join our informational meeting on Thursday, January 22, in the enclosed cafeteria at 2:15. If you’re unable to attend, contact Mr. Masci at mmasci@pwcs.edu for information.

Congratulations to our 17 BATMUN delegates for proudly representing Battlefield High School at Chantilly High School’s CHMUN XXI conference! We are thrilled to celebrate Evelyn Mikes for earning an Honorable Mention in the Money Heist Crisis Committee. Special applause to Daniel Cranston and Zachary Jonson for winning Best Delegate in the Economic and Financial Committee. Go BATMUN—your hard work and diplomacy shine bright!

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.

⏰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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