Gar-fieldStudent Guide

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Woodbridge, VA
3K+ students
@garfield.edu
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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Gar-field

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
9
Local details
10

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

5 entries
  1. First Quarter 2026
  2. School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
  3. Second Quarter 2026-2027
  4. Third Quarter 2027
  5. Fourth Quarter 2027

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Campus language

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9 terms

A

A, B, or C Lunch
The three specific lunch shifts assigned to students based on their midday class period.

G

Griffs
Short for Griffins, the school's official mythical mascot.

H

HOSA
Health Occupations Students of America, a career-focused organization for future health professionals.

I

IB
International Baccalaureate, the school's hallmark advanced academic program.

M

MCJROTC
Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps, a leadership and citizenship program.
MySchoolBucks
The online payment system used for students to pay for cafeteria meals and school fees.

N

NHS
National Honor Society, a service-based organization for high-achieving students.

S

SCA
Student Council Association, the primary student leadership and governing group.

T

The Prowl
The name of the student-led school newspaper and media outlet.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where teachers post assignments, quizzes, and course modules.
gar_field_high_school_cafeteria
Gar-Field High School Cafeteria
GFHS Stadium
The outdoor athletic facility used for football, soccer, and track events.
Kiss and Ride
The designated drop-off and pick-up area for students arriving by private vehicle.
Late Bus
Transportation provided on specific days for students staying after school for clubs or academic help.
Main Gym
The larger gymnasium used for varsity sports and school-wide pep rallies.
Media Center
The school library, used for research, checking out books, and technology access.
StudentVue
The mobile application and web portal students use to view grades, schedules, and attendance.
The Hub
The PWCS centralized portal for accessing digital resources like Canvas and email.
Upper Gym
An auxiliary gymnasium typically used for physical education classes and smaller sporting events.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
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Life in Woodbridge for Gar-field Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Woodbridge.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,100

Cost of Living Index

137

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

35

Bikeability

38

Public Transit

Virginia Railway Express Fredericksburg Line, OmniRide

Nearest Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

57.5°F

Avg Snowfall

13.7 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

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Student Parking Lot

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Students must provide a valid driver's license to obtain a pass. Activity buses depart at 5:00 PM Monday-Thursday.

Campus News

Latest updates from Gar-field

15 PWCS Students Rank Among Nation's Top 20% in NEON Dual Enrollment Program

Prince William County Public Schools students were recognized for their performance in the NEON dual enrollment program.

Oct 28, 2026

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PWCS begins divisionwide boundary review to support long-term planning

The school division has initiated a boundary review process to address long-term facilities planning.

Oct 26, 2026

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Superintendent spotlights specialty programs, celebrates innovative new turf facility

Superintendent highlights the expansion of specialty programs and the opening of a new turf facility at the campus.

Oct 23, 2026

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Precautionary search conducted at Gar-Field High School on February 10, 2026, after unconfirmed report of a firearm; no weapon was found and no injuries reported.

Precautionary search conducted at Gar-Field High School on February 10, 2026, after unconfirmed report of a firearm; no weapon was found and no injuries reported.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Gar-field

Parent Conferences and Professional Development (No School)

November 1, 2026

Gar-Field High School

No school for students due to parent-teacher conferences and professional development.

Teacher Workday (No School)

November 2, 2026

Gar-Field High School

No school for students for a designated teacher workday.

Title I Tailgate

November 6, 2026

Gar-Field High School

Tailgate event from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM before the last home game of the regular season against Woodbridge High School, featuring food, snacks, and games.

Veterans Day (No School)

November 10, 2026

Gar-Field High School

Schools and offices closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

November 24, 2026

Gar-Field High School

Start of Thanksgiving break; schools and offices closed to the public.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Gar-field

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

12 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Bryce Lawn

Burge Residence Hall

Capacity: 922

Burke

Room types: double

East Edge

Garfield Hall

Capacity: 437

Room types: double

John England Jr.

Room types: double

Oakland Hall

Room types: double

Parklawn Residence Hall

Capacity: 61

Prince Frederick Hall

Room types: double

Ridgecrest East and West

Ridgecrest South

Slater Residence Hall

Capacity: 489

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@garfield.edu

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