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Upcoming Events
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PWCS News
PWCS News
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2012–13 Student Transfer Request Process Begins January 25th, 2012
Read more.
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Weather-related School Closing Procedures Announced November 28th, 2011
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High School Specialty Program Information Meetings and Online Application Process November 1st, 2011
Read more...
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Applications to Attend The Governor's School @ Innovation Park Now Available October 24th, 2011
October 24, 2011
Divisionwide Announcements
Application to Cambridge Programme at Brentsville District High School
If you are applying to the Cambridge Programme at Brentsville District High School, you will need to submit two to three teacher recommendations in addition to completing the Specialty Program (Cambridge Programme) online application. The recommendation form is also an online form. Teachers should complete the recommendation form online on Brentsville District High School's Web site. All forms are due by February 15, 2012.
High School Specialty Program Information Meetings and Online Application Process
Bull Run Middle School Announcements
School and Office Hours
School Hours:
8:20 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Office Hours:
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Main Office Phone & Fax:
Phone: 703.753.9969
Fax: 703.753.9610
8:20 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Office Hours:
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Main Office Phone & Fax:
Phone: 703.753.9969
Fax: 703.753.9610
| Monday Jan 30 Teacher Workday |
Tuesday Jan 31 Even Day |
Wednesday Feb 1 Odd Day |
Thursday Feb 2 Even Day |
Friday Feb 3 Odd Day |
Parent Portal
The Parent Portal is currently experiencing technical difficulties at all county websites. PWCS is actively working with the vendor to identify and correct the situation. Our district administrator has posted an announcement on the log-in page, and will post another announcement once the problems have been resolved.
Author Visit
The 7th grade students heard author Kristin Levine speak in conclusion of a grade-level Language Arts assignment to read her novel The Best Bad Luck I Ever Had. Forty students accomplanied Levine to the library for refreshments and an opportunity to ask her questions. To read more about this special event, please click on the link below:
Kristin Levine Visit
Kristin Levine Visit
Semester Exam Schedule
Students taking Algebra I, Geometry, Spanish, or French will be taking Semester Exams beginning on January 23rd. For the full schedule, please click on the link below:
Semester Exam Schedule
Semester Exam Schedule
Battlefield Rising 9th Grade Parent Info Night
There will be a Rising 9th Grade Parent Info Night held in the Battlefield HS auditorium on Wednesday, January 25th at 7:00 p.m. This transition meeting is for all parents of 8th graders who will attend Battlefield next year.
Brentsville Course Selection Info Meeting
There will an informational meeting on the course selection process held in the BDHS auditorium on Thursday, January 26th at 8:30 a.m and 7:00 p.m. Parents of 8th graders who will attend Brentsville next year should plan to attend one of these meetings, where you can learn about the course selection process, graduation requirements, the Cambridge Program, and PWC Specialty Program.
Benchmark Tests
All language arts, math, social studies, and science teachers will be giving benchmark tests to help gauge student mastery of the Virginia Standards of Learning. These tests will be given within the following time periods:
Semester Benchmark Tests
Between January 19, 2012 & February 3, 2012
Third Quarter Benchmark Tests
Between March 21, 2012 & April 13, 2012
These assessments assist teachers and students in accurately identifying areas of need for additional instruction, study, and review. Specific information on these assessments will be available on each individual teacher's class page during these time windows.
Semester Benchmark Tests
Between January 19, 2012 & February 3, 2012
Third Quarter Benchmark Tests
Between March 21, 2012 & April 13, 2012
These assessments assist teachers and students in accurately identifying areas of need for additional instruction, study, and review. Specific information on these assessments will be available on each individual teacher's class page during these time windows.
2012 SOL Writing Field Test
Beginning in Spring 2013, the Standards of Learning (SOL) writing tests will be administered online. In addition, these tests will assess the full implementation of the 2010 English SOL and will include technology-enhanced items. In preparation for these changes students will participate in a full-scale field test for the writing assessments during the 2011- 2012 school year.
During the week of February 13, 2012, eighth grade students will be participating in the Spring 2012 Online Writing Short-Paper Field Test. The Online Writing Multiple Choice Field Test will be administered to eighth grade students between March 20, 2012 and March 27, 2012. For more information on the upcoming Online Writing Field Tests, please visit the VDOE website.
Can at the Curb
Please don't forget to bring in your food donations for "Can at the Curb"...Together, we can make a difference, 1 can at a time. Thank you!
Parent Portal
Bull Run Middle School staff members are available to collect parent portal forms in the front office between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Parents need to show a photo id and give the signed form (e-mailed to them within 3 days of initial registration) to a front office staff member to have their account activated within 2-3 school days. More information on this process can be found by clicking on the "Parent Portal" tab on the left side of the front page of this website.
Inclement Weather Letter
Please click on the links below to view the Superintendent’s letter regarding school closings and delays.
Inclement Weather Letter - English
Inclement Weather Letter - Spanish
Inclement Weather Letter - English
Inclement Weather Letter - Spanish
Bus Schedules Now Available
Bus schedules are now available on the School Division website. Click here to view Bull Run Middle School's bus schedule for the 2011-12 school year.
Student Handbook and Code of Behavior
Please use the following links to access the Code of Behavior of the Prince William County Public Schools and the Bull Run Middle School Student Handbook:
Code of Behavior
Student Handbook
All students are responsible for knowing and meeting the expectations contained in these two documents. Questions about the contents of the Code of Behavior or Student Handbook should be directed to the appropriate grade-level assistant principal.
Code of Behavior
Student Handbook
All students are responsible for knowing and meeting the expectations contained in these two documents. Questions about the contents of the Code of Behavior or Student Handbook should be directed to the appropriate grade-level assistant principal.
Statement on Storage Space and Personal Property
Bull Run Middle School provides storage space in various forms, including lockers, for personal student property throughout the school year. This space is provided as a convenience to students and parents. Bull Run Middle School is not responsible for the replacement of personal property stored at school that is lost or stolen. This includes clothing, electronic devices, musical instruments, and other potentially high-value items. Students and parents who choose to utilize school storage for personal property do so at their own risk.
Registration for the 2011-12 School Year
Bull Run Middle School is currently registering new students. If you need to register your child, please contact Sally Altman at 703.753.9969. Click here to access registration documents.
Parents of students who are entering a Virginia public school for the first time will also need to complete:
School Entrance Health Form
School Entrance Health Form Instructions
Parents of students who are entering a Virginia public school for the first time will also need to complete:
School Entrance Health Form
School Entrance Health Form Instructions
School Supply Lists for the 2011-2012 School Year
Lists of recommended school supplies for rising 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students can be accessed using the following links:
6th Grade List 7th Grade List 8th Grade List
6th Grade List 7th Grade List 8th Grade List
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