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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Each year we support our families during the holidays. This year we are casting a wider net and therefore will not have specific sizes and requests from the families. Instead, we would like to provide them with gift cards so they can shop for the items they want and need. If you would like to support our efforts, you can do so by dropping off gift cards to the main office to my attention: Cindy Donovan, School Social Worker. We would like to have the cards by Wednesday, December 13th. If you need additional information, you can contact me at DonovaCM@pwcs.edu.

If you are able to help, please use the Sign Up Genius.

Thank you for your continued support!

These spirit days are for students and staff at Battlefield to express their BHS school spirit and celebrate the upcoming Holiday Season. We encourage all to participate and look forward to seeing your creative outfits at school!

Monday: Flannel vs Sweaters

Tuesday: Holiday Head Gear

Wednesday: Winter Wonderland (wear blue and white)

Thursday: The Grinch Wear Green sponsored by SAVE

Friday: PJ Day

Tuesday, December 12: Flexes 1 & 2

Thursday, December 14: Flexes 4 and 3

We wanted to extend an invitation to everyone to attend one or all of our upcoming Winter Concerts. Come on out and support the awesome students in the Orchestras and Choirs on the following dates. I can guarantee it will jumpstart your holiday spirit! Tuesday December 12 @7PM in the BHS auditorium- BHS Orchestras Thursday December 14 @7PM in the BHS auditorium- BHS Choirs All the students are excited for the opportunity to spread their joy and holiday spirit! We hope to see you there!

Reminder that the Summer Residential Governor's Schools applications (essay, recommendations, activity page, and signature page) are due to the gifted office in room 2135 by Dec. 15.

On December 2nd, FTC Robotics Team 1885, Bobcats ASPIRE, traveled to Christiansburg, VA and competed in their first tournament of the season. The team received multiple recognitions for their efforts and was one of only three teams to advance to the district/state championship. Their recognitions included: 2nd Place - Inspire Award (most prestigious award in robotics) || 1st Place - Control Award || 2nd Place - Design Award || 3rd Place - Innovate Award || 3rd Place - Think Award. The championship event is being held at Battlefield high school on February 3rd, so mark your calendars and come support the team in this free community event.

The clinic is looking for donations of new sweatpants, leggings, joggers for our students. Something your teen wouldn't be embarrassed putting on in case of emergency and needed to borrow a pair to help get through the school day. The Battlefield sweatpants you can purchase are always a great option! Looking for small, medium, and large sizes. Thank you so much for your generosity and helping our Bobcats!

On October 18, Battlefield High School administered the PSAT/NMSQT to all 10th and 11th grade students and the PSAT 8/9 to all 9th grade students. On November 16, College Board released score reports to each student who participated in one of these assessments. Students who provided an email address on test day should have received an email notification that scores are available. Students who provided a cell phone number on test day can download the BigFuture School mobile app. If your child didn't provide an email address on the answer sheet on test day, your child can still access their scores online.

Your student can access their scores via the Student Score Report portal. While BHS has access to your student’s scores, it is much faster for you and your student to access their scores via this portal. We ask that you access this portal first before emailing the school for PSAT score reports.

PSAT/NMSQT resources available to understand the score report:

• Watch this video to understand the PSAT/NMSQT score report

• Understanding Scores: For Students and Families

PSAT 8/9 resources available to understand the score report:

• Watch this video to understand the PSAT 8/9 score report

• Watch this video to learn how to make the most of your PSAT 8/9 scores

• Understanding Scores: For Students and Families

When reviewing their PSAT results, we encourage students to focus on skills, not scores:

• Use the “Knowledge and Skills” section of the score report to identify content areas you may want to focus on to practice and improve

• AP Potential – score report will provide students with information about which AP courses they’re likely to do well in based on their PSAT results

• Speak with your teachers and counselor about your AP Potential to determine which AP course(s) may be your best fit

• Use BigFuture School mobile app to get customized career information and guidance about planning and paying for college

• Use your score report to receive tailored resources from Khan Academy and develop a study plan

If you have additional questions, please contact your student's school counselor.

12/3-12/24 - Advent

A Christian season of celebration leading up to Christmas

12/7-12/15 - Hanukkah
A Jewish celebration for 8 days and nights that reaffirms the ideals of Judaism and commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple of Jerusalem by the lighting of candles on each day of the festival.

12/8 - Bodhi Day
A Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day when the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment.

12/12 - Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
A religious holiday in Mexico celebrating the Virgin Mary.

12/13 - St. Lucia's Day
A festival of light in Scandinavia and Italy commemorating the martyrdom of St. Lucia.

12/16-12/24 - Las Posadas

A 9 day celebration in Mexico commemorating Mary and Joseph.

12/21 - Yalda

Yalda is a winter solstice celebration in Iran, Iraqi Kurdistan, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, and Turkey; it marks the end of autumn and the lengthiest night of the year.

12/21-12/25 - Pancha Ganpati
Pancha Ganapati is a Hindu celebration centered around worshipping Lord Ganesha (also known as Ganapati), the elephant-headed Hindu deity of culture, the arts, and new beginnings.

12/26-1/1 - Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a holiday that celebrates African-American culture and heritage.

12/31 - Omisoka

A Japanese holiday to celebrate the coming of the New Year. People typically exchange gifts, eat special foods, and participate in traditional ceremonies.

Local Events to Consider:

• 50 Free Holiday & Christmas Events in DC, Virginia, Maryland 2023

• Various locations, date and times

• The Lighting of The National Menorah

• December 7th

• Washington, D.C. Ellipse

• Kwanzaa & Watch Night: Visions of Freedom

• Saturday, December 30, 2023, 11 AM – 3 PM EST

• National Museum of African American History & Culture

Battlefield Ambassadors is a group of students dedicated to making the school a welcoming place for incoming students. These students aim to help in any way possible to create a safe, diverse, and comfortable environment specifically for new students. To keep up with updates and future events, follow the BHS Ambassador’s Instagram @battlefieldambassadors. To learn more about this program, feel free to contact our sponsors!

• donovacm@pwcs.edu
• clarkkr@pwcs.edu
• mccalltt@pwcs.edu
• finnkl@pwcs.edu

How do I prepare for my Spring NHS application? Applications will be based on the 4 pillars: service, scholarship, character, and leadership. Before applying, be active in at least 2 service projects in the school and community and have at least 10 hours of community service with a school or non-profit organization. Your report cards should show a 3.0 or higher GPA and an S or O for conduct. In addition, students must have at least one leadership role in the community or school activities. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Demko.

Seniors have until December 20th to email Mrs. O'Connor changes that are needed to their portrait or name for the yearbook. See email that was sent to every Senior parent and student for the link to view the pages. Email: OCONNOBM@PWCS.EDU

The Career Fair is open to all - middle school students, high school students and adult education students.

The Career Fair will be on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 from 5 - 7pm at Patriot High School.

The address is 10504 Kettle Run Road Nokesville, VA 20181.

Save the date for the next Career Fair that will be held at Woodbridge HS on March 7, 2024 at 5pm.

Robotics students visited the Virginia Tech College of Engineering on December 1st before a competition the next day. Besides sitting through a general information session, students toured the Terrestrial Robotics Engineering & Controls lab, the undergraduate WARE Lab, and the Aerospace Engineering Design Lab.

Wednesday, December 13

6:00 - 7:30 pm

In the BHS Commons

Get ready for a totally awesome, holiday-themed Trivia Night event! Play for fun or to win some awesome prizes. Students, teachers, family, and friends are welcome to play. Teams can be 3-5 people (limit up to 2 adults per team). Cost is $5 per team (cash or check, return to Rm 1149).

Sign up here!

MEMBERSHIP DRIVE!!! Get ready to make a difference at Battlefield High School! We're on a mission to enroll 150 new PTO Preferred Members in just 60 days, and we need your help! Your memberships are key to unlocking incredible opportunities for our students and school.

As a thank you, Preferred Members will enjoy exclusive perks: Receive a class t-shirt with varying colors each year (collect all four to showcase your Bobcats spirit!), gain access to special scholarships, and enjoy a popular Bobcats synch gym bag filled with exclusive items like custom BHS stickers!

But hurry, this exciting opportunity ends on February 2, 2024. Be a part of the #BattlefieldBobcats family. #BobcatsPounce! 🌟🏫

Battlefield HS PTO Online Store Link

Elves from school clubs will be wrapping gifts this weekend at DV Country Club.

Wrapping is FREE!! Any kind donations will benefit the Senior Grad Party.

After you shop ‘til you drop, bring your gifts to be wrapped by a bunch of cheery elves!

Please note times and locations. Wrapping is FREE, but donations are gladly excepted.

Check out the flyers above for dates and locations.

All donations benefit the Senior Grad Party.

Holiday season is approaching! Bobcat Parent Jackie Bayliff had created these personalized keepsake ornaments and will be donating a portion of proceeds to the Senior Grad Party. All classes may purchase.

Ornaments cost $15. Order yours here! The deadline to order is today, December 8th.

Join Michele Ramirez on January 4, 2023 at 9AM for more information on how you can become a BOBCAT Dad.

The Family Engagement Series provides families with resources that will assist with their student’s success. For additional information and to view the upcoming events, please check the website.

The Willing Warriors Retreat at Bull Run is currently building a Grand Lodge projected to open in Spring 2024. The Make the House a Home Campaign is devoted to raising funds to furnish The PenFed Grand Lodge. They have created a category for each room and its furnishing needs (along with per-item pricing and quantities needed). If you would like to donate, visit this link. If you have any questions regarding this campaign, feel free to contact them directly at 571-248-0008. Thank you.

Velocity Wings has recently opened and they are eager to serve our Battlefield families and staff. They are in the Dominion Valley Market Square shopping plaza (previously Tacos & Tequilla). You can order online, pick up or dine in. For more information call 571-284-5611.

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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