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

Phone: 571-261-4400

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Hello Bobcat Families!

Today's message includes reminders about graduation and underclassmen exams, information about the new cell phone policy, as well as highlights of some of our amazing students.

The Class of 2025 will graduate next Wednesday, May 28 at 7pm at Eagle Bank Arena in Fairfax. We are so proud of our seniors and look forward to all they will accomplish after high school. Please see specific information regarding senior practice/clearance, etc. in another section of this newsletter.

Underclassmen will begin their final exams Monday, June 9. Please visit our school's website and other sections of this newsletter for additional details.

This year, Prince William County Public Schools took a bold and research-based step forward by adopting the new Cell Phone-Free Education Policy. Beginning in August 2025, all schools will implement a bell-to-bell policy that limits cell phone use during the instructional day. This decision, shaped by community input and a successful pilot across 33 schools, is rooted in a shared goal: creating classroom environments where students are fully present—mentally, emotionally, and socially. The student-created slogan, “Stop the scroll, take control,” reminds us that this policy is about empowerment, not restriction. It is about reclaiming focus, restoring meaningful human connection, and giving our students every opportunity to thrive. For more information, I invite you to review the PWCS FAQ page. We are grateful for your engagement and look forward to continuing this important work together.

Earlier this week, we recognized one of our seniors, Ahteauana (Tee) Cooper, at the Beat the Odds Celebration and Awards Banquet. Tee has managed to excel in her academic and social life after overcoming challenges. She received the Janice J. Wellington Honorary Beat the Odds Scholarship sponsored by Wind River Chimes. Tee plans to attend college and pursue a degree in nursing. Below are a couple of photos from the Beat the Odds program.

As a reminder, PWCS schools and offices are closed Monday, May 26 in recognition of Memorial Day. I wish you and your family and safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

Principal Lucas

There will be mandatory graduation practice following Senior clearance on Tuesday, May 27 at 8 AM. and students should enter through door number 4.

Practice typically last between one hour and a half to two hours. Students must arrange their own transportation home immediately after practice, as they are not permitted to stay in the building.

All senior laptops must be returned by the end of senior clearance on Tuesday, May 27. If your assigned laptop has been misplaced, there is a $300 fine to replace it, so please come prepared.

Senior walks are a special opportunity for graduating seniors to return to their elementary and middle schools, donning their cap and gown, to walk the halls once more. It's a chance to reminisce, reconnect, and thank the teachers who set you on your educational journey.

So, grab your cap, gown, and student ID, and join your fellow alumni at the school where it all began!

Let’s celebrate how far you’ve come and inspire the next generation of students to follow in your footsteps. Here is a list of schools with dates and times.

Click here to order your cap and gown. Please contact Jostens with any questions 1-800-567-8367.

Battlefield High School has partnered with The Commencement Group to provide class t-shirts, flower bouquets and graduation gifts for purchase in honor of this occasion.

All purchases are made directly through The Commencement Group. Pre-orders will be available for pickup on graduation day at Eagle Bank Arena.

Pre-order link: https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/battlefieldhs/

The BHS PTO sponsored Senior Grad Party is Friday May 30th from 9:30 pm-2 am at the Freedom Center in Manassas. Tickets are $60 until noon May 29th, price at the door is $70 (cash). All pre-purchased tickets are eligible for some amazing prizes included FIVE $500 cash prizes. The committee will be at graduation rehearsal on May 27th selling tickets for those with cash or credit. Tickets are available online for credit card/paypal purchases.

Congratulations to the following students who were accepted to Summer Residential Governor’s School: Isabel Amante (Humanities), Hanchae Cho (Math Science & Techonology), Joy Elabd (Agriculture), Sakshi Gowda (Humanities), Finn Gray (Humanities), Xinchu Guo (Math Science & Techonology), Sarah Mousa (Humanities), Naomi Samuel (Agriculture), and Prerna Ramkumar (Visual and Performing Arts) These students will represent Battlefield and Prince William County in this prestigious program this summer.

Mrs. Gupta has three amazing gentlemen who are preparing for graduation next week. Left to right - Kofi Mainoo and Di'Angelo Amoah (not pictured Tony Starrs). Mrs. Gupta & Mrs. Teller wish all the best to the graduating class of 2025.

Dear Parent/Guardian, All medications must be picked up from the school clinic by 9am on June 12th. Medications not picked up will be discarded. No medications are held in the school clinics over the summer. New Medication Administration Forms and/or Health Treatment Plans are required each school year. Forms may be obtained from your school at this link.

Congratulations to Jason Brown on his achievement! The Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue proudly celebrates the Cadet Graduation, marking a significant milestone in dedication and service. Wishing Jason and all cadets success in their future endeavors!

Students in Professor Evers' Cyber Systems Tech DE and Cyber Network Systems DE have started taking industry certification exams. Students in Cyber Systems Tech DE are taking the ITF+ exam and students in Cyber Network Systems are taking the Security+ exam. Advanced Cisco Networking students will also be taking the CCNA. These are highly regarded industry credentials. Passing an industry credential sets students apart from their peers with their college applications, and when competing for internships or jobs.

Please use this link for information regarding registration, payment, and scheduling.

Please start scheduling your teens well check visits starting in May throughout the Summer. This is prime time for your provider to complete sports physicals, asthma, and allergy action plans for your child. All medical plans can be emailed to mountja@pwcs.edu or faxed to 703-753-5607.

Approximately 90 yearbooks are still available for purchase! Pick up yours in Room 1157 before or during school hours (not available after school). Cost: $90 (exact cash or check made out to BHS).

Registration for PWCS Summer School is open through June 6, 2025. Parents/Guardians must complete the summer school registration in ParentVUE. Students in grades 9-12 that have previously failed a course can take advantage of the summer course offerings to support on-time graduation.

9-12 Summer School is for current high school students who have failed a course. Students in grades 9-12 may take up to two high school courses for repeat (recovery) credit or one 2-week SOL remediation at no cost.

Seniors who are not on track to graduate in May but are capable of graduating in July with additional targeted support may earn additional credits and verified credits to satisfy diploma requirements and graduate this summer.

There are additional summer options for high school students in need of SOL remediation and testing. High school students should speak with their school counselor about which of these options is right for them. Please visit the PWCS Summer Programs website for registration information, FAQs, and summer program transportation information.

Tri-Ed Tutoring invites families of rising juniors and seniors to a free webinar, "The Role of SAT/ACT Scores in College Admissions", on Tuesday, June 3 at 12pm. While test-optional admissions policies have been a welcome change for many, the large variation in testing policies and how SAT/ACT scores are used in college admissions have also created a great deal of confusion. Learn how SAT/ACT scores impact admissions decisions amid test-optional policies and understand the differences between the SAT and ACT. Register here to attend or receive the recording.

If any student needs to use a school laptop for a summer class, you must bring your laptop to the library before you are given permission to keep it for the summer. Make sure you have saved everything you may want to keep to your OneDrive or a flash drive in case we need to issue a new laptop. If you plan on using a personal device and not keeping a school laptop for the summer, please email Mrs. Tolson tolsonkm@pwcs.edu to let her know.

Final Exam Procedures and Schedule - Underclassmen

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.

All medications must be picked up from the school clinic by 9:00 am on June 12th. Medications not picked up will be discarded. No medications are held in the school clinics over the summer. New Medication Administration Forms and/or Health Plans are required each school year. Forms may be obtained from the front office. Please contact our school nurse with any questions at mountja@pwcs.edu

Overdue books or fines owed to Battlefield Library are due by May 30th for 9th-11th grades. We are required to submit the names of all students with library obligations to administration soon, so don't delay! Remember there are no fines for overdue books...we just want them back! Please return any items owed as soon as possible or provide replacement costs for any lost/damaged materials. Thanks!

Join us next week to support our spring athletes at their games. View next week's game schedules on our athletics website, Bobcat Pride.

Comet Robotics FRC Team 1885 is hosting STEAM Summer Camps for rising 3rd - rising 8th graders! Camps will be at Battlefield HS June 23-27. Students can explore coding through robotics, critical thinking via science experiments and game challenges, art principles and design, and shop skills via woodworking and 3D printing. Please send any questions to head coach Lea May at MayLJ@pwcs.edu.

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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