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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Happy Friday Bobcats!

Springtime not only signals flowers and warm weather, but it also signals state and national tests (VA EOC SOLS and AP) time. Here are some reminders to support our students as they prepare for these tests.

• Support healthy habits: eating and sleeping routines

• Offer positive reinforcement

• A study space

• Debrief after a high stakes test

Some upcoming dates to remember:

• Spring break starts April 14-18, and schools will also be closed on April 21 for a teacher workday

• Administrative Professionals Week: April 21-25

Have a wonderful weekend!

Principal Lucas

• To keep full day absences to a minimum, schedule appointments for early or late in the day and arrange for an excused tardy or early dismissal. *If travel is planned, arrange for an early dismissal and avoid missing a full day of school.
• The last regular day of school for every student is the first day of final exams. Even if your student is exempt from their final exam, they must attend school every day through the first day of the final exam week. If your student is exempt from their finals on the first day of final exams, parents may arrange for students to come in for the last block of the day, which is always a regular class.
• To be exempt from a final exam, students must earn an A for the course going into the final exam OR must pass the SOL associated with the course. Note: Dual Enrollment (DE) courses may not allow for a final exam exemption.
• Students are not excused from attending school prior to the start of final exams. Prior to the start of exams, teachers are working with their students to complete the curriculum, preparing students for their final exams, and providing opportunities for grade improvement. There are no exam exemptions until the first day of final exams.
• If an exempt student comes to school during final exams, they must report to their class(es). They are not authorized to walk the halls, visit other teachers’ classrooms or leave school property.
• Final exams cannot be taken early except under special circumstances (e.g., the student is moving out of state and not returning for the following school year) and require administrative approval.
• To reduce disruptions, no early dismissals during final exams will be permitted except in the case of an emergency. If your student has an appointment and must be released, schedule the release for between periods.

*Absences for travel before and after a scheduled break (e.g., Spring Break, Memorial Day), cannot be excused except under exceptional circumstances as per PWCS Regulation 724-1: Attendance.

We have a new choral teacher this year? Meet Mr. Kelly!

Hello Battlefield High School Families! My name is Brian Kelly and I am excited to be a part of the Bobcat Community! While this is my first year at Battlefield, this is my twenty-fifth year in education. I previously taught at Millbrook High School in Frederick County, Virginia for over twenty years. Prior to that, I taught at Omaha Bryan High School in Nebraska (Go Huskers!). My purpose at Battlefield is to help students develop their voices, both musically and otherwise. I hope to continue building positive community at Battlefield, all while creating beautiful, impactful music. Outside of my career, I enjoy spending time with family and friends in and out of the Commonwealth of Virginia. I love to explore new restaurants , activities, and adventures! If you see me, feel free to ask me about my cat (Chip) or the latest Netflix series I'm watching! Thanks for having me here!!

Third marking period report cards will be mailed on Wednesday, April 9, 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 and Vietnamese

PWCS require students to get TWO properly spaced doses of meningococcal vaccine. The first is required prior to entering 7th grade. The second dose is required prior to entry to the 12th grade. Please schedule your child’s physical for the summer. You can email your vaccine records to mountja@pwcs.edu fax to 703-753-5607 or dropped off a printed copy to the Bobcat Clinic. The deadline to meet this requirement is August 15th 2025.

The Gifted Education and Talent Development program invites parents of gifted children to attend one or more Parent University sessions on Saturday, May 3 at the Kelly Leadership Center. There is no cost to attend this event. For more information on how to register, click on the link.

On Wednesday, while juniors took the SAT, underclassmen enjoyed Field Day with relay races, soccer, kickball, pickleball, and yard games like Kan Jam and Spikeball. This event aimed to boost student engagement and foster a strong school culture. Congratulations to Mrs. Weber's Advisory students—Allen Phan, Ethan Pickering, Preston Priebe, and Madison Rafferty—for winning the first-ever Advisory vs Advisory Relay Race! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Don't miss out on securing your copy of this year's unforgettable moments. Make sure to purchase your 2025 Yearbook from Jostens so you'll have it in your hands by May 2025. Only 202 copies left for sale!!! The book has been approved for publishing—no changes can be made.

Need help with your studies? Our NHS members provide after-school tutoring

from 2:10 - 3 PM every Tuesday and Thursday in the library. Simply drop by, and you'll be matched with a tutor who can guide you in your specific subject.

Take advantage of this fantastic resource!

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.

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/

Sign up for Teachers for Tomorrow DE! Up to 14 college credits! This class is not just for those that want to be teachers! Please email homanag@pwcs.edu for more information.

Prince William County Public Schools has partnered with Pearson to give each of our students a personalized view of their post-graduation readiness, including college and career information. The Student Vision Profile is a document that contains valuable information about planning for life after high school and making the most of their PWCS experience.

For more information regarding the Student Vision Profile and how to access it, please click on the following link: Student Vision Profile information

PWCS recognizes that this time of year can be particularly challenging for many students. To ensure that every student has access to the support they need, we would like to remind parents that free mental health telehealth services are available to all PWCS students through Hazel Health. Together, we can make a significant difference in the mental well-being of our students now and beyond.

Visit the PWCS Hazel Health webpage for more information.

Congratulations to Comet Robotics FRC Team 1885 on qualifying to compete at the FIRST Chesapeake District Championship April 4-6, 2025. Good luck as you compete with your robot for the first time at districts as Comet Robotics!

We would like to invite the first 10 parents/guardians to register for an informatl discussion regarding Canvas. This is an opportunity to discuss concerns, provide suggestions and feedback. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you!

Sign up here!

Volunteering: Ever thought about volunteering for concessions but are apprehensive? Now is the perfect time to give it a try! Come join the party, make money for your sport, and experience how rewarding it can be! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAAAC2CA0FDC52-54828880-2025#/

Spring Sports Signs are available for pickup now at Outside Concessions.

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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