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Calendar

September 19 & 20: School Picture Day

October 03:  Holiday | Rosh Hashanah (begins sundown 10/2 - sundown 10/4)

October 04: Student Holiday | Teacher Workday

October 11: Religious and Cultural Observance | Yom Kippur (begins sundown 10/11 - sundown 10/12)

October 14: Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day)

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events 🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

• Monday, September 9, at Holmes Middle School 
• Monday, September 23, at Newington Forest Elementary
• Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary 
• Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary 
• Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary 
• Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle 

Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

September 11 National Day of Service

With the upcoming 23rd anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.

All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL.

Schedule Change Request Timeline and Process

Starting September 3rd until the 13th, elective course changes are permitted, if space is available. Core course changes require a Schedule Change Request Form. 

A few reminders for those considering a schedule change:

• Schedule change requests are not permitted for a teacher, lunch, period or friend preference.
• An elective course change may only be made if there is space in the requested course.
• If you are requesting a core course change (English, Math, Science or Social Studies), a Schedule Change Request Form must be completed. The form is meant to inform your current teacher and the requested teacher of your pending schedule change.
• Schedule changes may affect other periods in the student's schedule. If this is a concern, the student can make an appointment with their school counselor to review the options.  

To make a schedule change request, email your school counselor in the following format (to avoid any confusion):

• ADD: Course name and number
• DROP: Course name and number
• The course catalogue is linked here.

The school counselors' email addresses are linked below:

Dr. Kinan (A - Br)                               Ms. Anderson (Bu - Dj, AVID)

Ms. Kamenick (Do - Hen)                  Ms. Fortier (Her - L)

Ms. Azzara (M - Pe)                           Ms. Ginieczki (Ph - Se)

Mr. Dell’Orso (Sh - Z)                         Ms. Sotirchos (ELP 1 & 2, A - K)

Ms. Kramer (ELP 1 & 2, L - Z)

The window for elective course change requests closes on September 13th, late requests will not be accepted. After September 14, no elective changes are permitted and all core course changes require a Schedule Change Request Form. 

Lastly, please allow counselors 24-48 hours to reply to any questions or concerns.

National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month. 

School Picture Day is Coming!

📅 Date: Thursday, September 19th & Friday, September 20th 2024

🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132450#login

📸 Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day

📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at [email protected]

*We are also in need of a few parent volunteers to help Picture Day run smoothly. If you are willing and able to volunteer on one or both days, please email Grace Choi, yearbook adviser, at [email protected]. 

Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only O day, and important events will not be held after school. 

Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed. 

Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students. 

See the complete school year calendar.

🌍 Receive Credit for Proficiency in Languages

This year's World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at each FCPS middle, high, and secondary school. 

The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 passing world language credits. 

Registration opens on Wednesday, September 4, at 8 a.m., and closes on Friday, October 4, at 4 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted. Please contact your student’s school counselor to register for the exam. 

Find more information, including the list of eligible languages.

Walk and Roll to School Day

FCPS will participate in International Walk and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 9, in an effort to promote physical activity and reduce traffic congestion and pollution near schools.Students and employees are encouraged to bike or walk to school and work where safe to do so. Parents are encouraged to accompany their children to school, and to work with their school and PTA or PTO to assemble bike trains or walking groups for the event. Schools are encouraged to register online with Walk and Bike to School. Get more information about Walk to School Day.

Yom Kippur

Friday, October 11, will be an evening-only observance day for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. There is school that day, but important events will not occur after school. See the complete school year calendar.

Ombuds Day

Office of the Ombuds staff engage with families, students, and staff to offer resources, assist in settling conflicts, and raise concerns to improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.  

The ombuds is available to: 

• Share strategies for parents to improve communication with, and between, school and home.
• Help resolve disagreements between parents and schools or disagreements involving employees in the workplace.
• Provide ideas to foster parent participation in Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Plan meetings.

Ombuds staff do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.

Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email [email protected], or visit their webpage, where you may Submit a Question.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Indigenous Peoples' Day honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Native peoples, past and present. Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day. See the complete school year calendar.

Information 🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school. 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Yearbooks For Sale!

Yearbooks are now available for purchase on yearbookordercenter.com! Our school code is 8967. Books start at $65. Students receiving free/reduced lunch can pick up an order form in the main office to purchase a yearbook at a reduced cost.

Senior ads for sale! Families of seniors can now purchase senior ads for the yearbook! Please go to yearbookordercenter.com and use school code 8967 to feature your child in this year’s book!

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 1: Strong Start, Pre-K-12

The 2023-30 strategic plan sets five main goals to create positive change in FCPS. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

Each goal has an equity commitment — the promise we make to every student to support them in attaining these goals. Each goal also has several measures that allow us to track our progress.

The first goal in the strategic plan focuses on each and every student having a strong start in FCPS. Whether they're joining us in preschool or in high school, we want our students to be set up for success.See how Goal 1 is being put into practice.

Free and Reduced Meals

ALL freshmen are currently on the Free and Reduced Meals list because all of Herndon Middle was granted that last year. These students will remain on until October when the year resets.  It is extremely important that they apply before October to ensure that they have no break in service and continue (if they qualify) to receive the benefits. The application can be accessed at  https://www.fcps.edu/frm.

🩹 Immunization Requirements 

Please check with your health care provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office. 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

• A health care provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
• A health care provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
• A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations.

 

 

 

 

Resources Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

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This Week in Athletics Calendar

Monday September 9

• Field Hockey game @ Marshall JV-6:15/V-7:30pm
• Boys Volleyball HOME match v. Alexandria City – 7:15pm

Tuesday September 10

• Golf match v. WL @ East Potomac Golf Club – 4:00pm
• Frosh Football game @ Osbourn Park - 6:00pm
• Girls Volleyball match @ Langley F-4:45/JV- 5:45/V 7:00pm
• Boys Volleyball HOME match v. Langley – 7:15pm

Wednesday September 11

• Cross Country meet @ Lake Fairfax – 5:00pm
• JV Football game @ Mount Vernon - 7:15pm

Thursday September 12

• Boys Volleyball HOME match v. South Lakes – 7:15pm
• Field Hockey HOME game v. Justice JV-6:15/V-7:30pm
• Girls Volleyball match @ South Lakes F-4:45/JV- 5:45/V 7:00pm

Friday September 13

• Varsity Football HOME game v. Osbourn -7:00pm

Saturday September 14

• Boys Cross Country Invitational @ Lake Braddock – 5:00pm
• Girls Cross Country Meet @ Lake Braddock – 6:00pm

Information Follow Herndon Athletics on Social Media:

• Athletics Website: https://herndonhornetsathletics.com/
• X & Instagram: @herndonsports
• Athletic Boosters X & IG: @hornetBoosters

Athletic Boosters Homepage

Athletic Boosters Homepage: https://linktr.ee/HHSsportsbooster

Snack Bar VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Please sign up to help in the snack bar.  All proceeds from sales fund ALL TEAMS.

• Aug/Sept: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094DA5AF2AABFA7-50447022-outdoor#/
• Oct/Nov: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094DA5AF2AABFA7-50447532-outdoor#/

Hall of Fame

The Herndon High School Sports Hall of Fame is back up and accepting nominations!

In order to be considered for the Herndon Athletic Hall of Fame an application must be submitted. If you know of somebody you wish to be considered, please have them fill out this form or you can fill it out on their behalf. It is important that you provide their contact information and as much information as possible regarding their athletic accomplishments in high school, college, and professional athletics as well as any civic or professional awards they may have received.

Eligibility criteria:

• A former Herndon coach or athletic support person who has retired
• A Herndon athlete that graduated at least 10 years ago 
• A nominee must receive 70% of the HOF Committee's votes to gain election     
• A nominee's form will remain active for 5 years (if they don't get voted in).
• After 5 years, another form will have to be submitted

Link to submit your nomination: Herndon High School Athletics Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Questions: email Dan Coghlan ([email protected])

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From  Athletics Varsity Football Home Games Calendar

• Friday, September 6 vs Langley (HHS Pyramid Night) 7:00pm
• Friday, September 13 vs Osbourn Park (Military & First Responders Appreciation Night) 7:00pm)
• Friday, October 4 vs Washington-Liberty (Kick-off 7:00pm)
• Saturday, November 9th vs Yorktown (Homecoming- 1:00pm kick-off)

Information

We want EVERYONE to “Rock the RED & BLACK” and show your school spirit! The cost of all Varsity Football games is $5.00 for students and $7.00 adults.

We accept cash or credit cards and Booster Passes at the gate.  To avoid long lines, click here, HORNET ETIX and purchase your tickets before the game or purchase a Booster Pass to attend all regular season games for the entire school year!

The game starts at 7:00 PM. Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather.  If you don’t have HORNET gear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale as well as Booster Club Passes near the concession stand inside the stadium gate.

All elementary and middle school students need to be accompanied & supervised by an adult while at the game. High school students who get dropped off must plan to have their ride waiting for them at 9:30 PM. 

We are expecting large crowds so please plan to arrive early.

If you or your student plans to come, please take the time to discuss the relevant information below:

• No backpacks or other large bags permitted in the stadium.  (Students and Adults)
• No outside food or drinks are allowed. The concession stand will be open and does accept credit cards.

• The purpose for students who attend our varsity football games is to watch the game, cheerleaders, band, and dance team.
• We cheer for HERNDON and not against our opponent. All cheering should be positive.
• Students need to leave campus during dismissal from school at 2:55 pm.  They cannot remain on campus waiting for the game to start.
• For all Friday night games, the gates to the stadium will open at 6:15 pm and kick-off is at 7:00pm.
• Restrooms are located next to the snack bar in the stadium.
• All students need to leave immediately after the game.
• All spectators are expected to be in the stands. We should not have guests hanging out by the concession stand nor the adjacent athletic fields.
• Elementary & middle school students must be supervised by an adult at all times.
• If you leave the game, you will not be permitted to re-enter the stadium.
• Whistles, air horns and similar noisemakers are prohibited.
• Anyone caught trying to enter the game without paying will be removed and can be banned from attending future games.

Our goal is to create a positive community event.  Any behaviors that take away from this goal may result in being removed from the game and not being allowed to attend future games.

GO HORNETS!

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In This Issue:

• Calendar
• Events
• Information
• Resources

Calendar

September 04: Back to School Night, 6:30 pm

September 07: HHS Choir Car Wash, 10:00 am, Reston Sunoco (by Target)

September 19 & 20: School Picture Day

October 03:  Holiday | Rosh Hashanah (begins sundown 10/2 - sundown 10/4)

October 04: Student Holiday | Teacher Workday

October 11: Religious and Cultural Observance | Yom Kippur (begins sundown 10/11 - sundown 10/12)

October 14: Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day)

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events 🌍 Receive Credit for Proficiency in Languages

This year's World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at each FCPS middle, high, and secondary school. 

The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 passing world language credits. 

Registration opens on Wednesday, September 4, at 8 a.m., and closes on Friday, October 4, at 4 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted. Please contact your student’s school counselor to register for the exam. 

Find more information, including the list of eligible languages.

SAT School Day – Wednesday, October 9, 2024

On Wednesday, October 9 2024, Herndon High School twelfth graders will have the opportunity to participate in the SAT School Day. FCPS will cover the cost for any twelfth-grade student to take this test. The essay option and subject area tests are not available during SAT School Day. 

To reserve a seat for your twelfth grader to take this exam and ensure appropriate test materials are available for your student, families are asked to complete the form below by Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 3:00 PM. 

Herndon High School: 2024 SAT School Day Intent to Participate Form  (https://forms.gle/GeoVsTgbQc1FMWuE7)

Your student will need to use a @fcpsschools.net email account to access and complete this form.  A translated version of the form content may be found on the SAT School Day Intent Form webpage (https://www.fcps.edu/node/43896). FCPS sites cannot accept walk-ins on the day of the exam.  

General information about the SAT School Day test format is available on the College Board webpage (https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/taking-the-test/sat-in-school). Directions on how to access scores and score release dates are published by College Board via the College Board website. 

We will share exam day schedules and additional details in the coming weeks. If you have questions about the SAT School Day administration at Herndon High School, please our Assessment Coach, Dr. Karl Gussow at [email protected].

🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

• Monday, September 9, at Holmes Middle School 
• Monday, September 23, at Newington Forest Elementary
• Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary 
• Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary 
• Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary 
• Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle 

Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

September 11 National Day of Service

With the upcoming 23rd anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.

All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL.

Schedule Change Request Timeline and Process

Starting September 3rd until the 13th, elective course changes are permitted, if space is available. Core course changes require a Schedule Change Request Form. 

A few reminders for those considering a schedule change:

• Schedule change requests are not permitted for a teacher, lunch, period or friend preference.
• An elective course change may only be made if there is space in the requested course.
• If you are requesting a core course change (English, Math, Science or Social Studies), a Schedule Change Request Form must be completed. The form is meant to inform your current teacher and the requested teacher of your pending schedule change.
• Schedule changes may affect other periods in the student's schedule. If this is a concern, the student can make an appointment with their school counselor to review the options.  

To make a schedule change request, email your school counselor in the following format (to avoid any confusion):

• ADD: Course name and number
• DROP: Course name and number
• The course catalogue is linked here.

The school counselors' email addresses are linked below:

Dr. Kinan (A - Br)                                      Ms. Anderson (Bu - Dj, AVID)

Ms. Kamenick (Do - Hen)                         Ms. Fortier (Her - L)

Ms. Azzara (M - Pe)                                  Ms. Ginieczki (Ph - Se)

Mr. Dell’Orso (Sh - Z)                                Ms. Sotirchos (ELP 1 & 2, A - K)

Ms. Kramer (ELP 1 & 2, L - Z)

The window for elective course change requests closes on September 13th, late requests will not be accepted. After September 14, no elective changes are permitted and all core course changes require a Schedule Change Request Form. 

Lastly, please allow counselors 24-48 hours to reply to any questions or concerns.

National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month. 

School Picture Day is Coming!

📅 Date: Thursday, September 19th & Friday, September 20th 2024

🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132450#login

📸 Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day

📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at [email protected]

*We are also in need of a few parent volunteers to help Picture Day run smoothly. If you are willing and able to volunteer on one or both days, please email Grace Choi, yearbook adviser, at [email protected] Thank you!

 

 

 

 

Information Yearbooks For Sale!

Yearbooks are now available for purchase on yearbookordercenter.com! Our school code is 8967. Books start at $65. Students receiving free/reduced lunch can pick up an order form in the main office to purchase a yearbook at a reduced cost.

Senior ads for sale! Families of seniors can now purchase senior ads for the yearbook! Please go to yearbookordercenter.com and use school code 8967 to feature your child in this year’s book!

Cell Phones Off, Learning On

Thank you for helping to support the FCPS cell phone policy by waiting to call or text your child about non-urgent matters until the school day is over. In case of an emergency, it is always best to contact the school’s front office to reach your child during class time. 

Visit the FCPS Cell Phone Policy webpage to read more about usage policies by grade level and to share your feedback on the current cell phone policy. 

2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities 

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R. 

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Monday, September 30. 

You can submit questions online regarding the SR&R.

Safety Drills During the School Year

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance. 

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill. 

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.

Free and Reduced Meals

ALL freshmen are currently on the Free and Reduced Meals list because all of Herndon Middle was granted that last year. These students will remain on until October when the year resets.  It is extremely important that they apply before October to ensure that they have no break in service and continue (if they qualify) to receive the benefits. The application can be accessed at  https://www.fcps.edu/frm.

✨ 2023-30 Strategic Plan: Foundation of Four Pillars

While the five goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan focus on student success, the four pillars describe what FCPS must do well to reach our goals for all students:

• The first focus of the pillars is on teaching and learning. We want to make sure each and every student has access to excellent and inclusive learning environments, and that instruction meets students’ individual needs.
• The second pillar focuses on our connection with families and our communities. We cannot do this work alone. Strong partnerships are key to our students’ success.
• The third pillar is centered on our hiring and maintaining a world class, diverse workforce. We want to make sure our incredible employees have what they need to help our students thrive.
• The fourth and final pillar centers on how we bring this all together. We remain focused on creating a culture of equity, excellence, and accounta

⚠️ Know Our Security Terms

FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.

Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned. 

If students, staff, or community members have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1. 

🙋 Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.

What Is a School Board?

The Fairfax County School Board is responsible for running the public schools in Fairfax County. Twelve School Board members are elected by county voters every four years. 

A student representative serves on the board as a non-voting member. They are chosen by their peers each year.

The School Board makes general rules and sets guidelines to ensure Fairfax County Public Schools runs properly. They follow the laws of Virginia and the rules set by the Virginia Board of Education. 

Learning about your local School Board is important. Understanding their policies and initiatives can help you advocate for positive changes and ensure that the educational needs of all students are met. There are many ways to get involved.

Learn more about the School Board, how to participate in their meetings, and where to watch their meetings. 

Solve the Puzzle Before It’s Gone! 

Fairfax County's Puzzle Hunt will end on Sunday, September 15. Families have been solving puzzles and finding clues all summer in this unique community event that takes solvers on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. There is still time to join before it ends!

Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be completed with friends and family and are challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles, then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Visit our wonderful local parks with friends and family. 

 

 

 

Resources Fentanyl Fact Sheet

The Fentanyl Fact Sheet was shared with all students last week in Schoology. Diana Munoz is the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist for Herndon HS. If you need support for a student or have concerns you’d like to discuss, please feel free to reach out to her via email at [email protected] or call 703-810-2243. For general information about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please visit https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/student-safety-an-wellness/substance-abuse-prevention-program 

Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

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This Week in Athletics Calendar

Monday September 2

• No competitions scheduled. School Holiday – Labor Day

Tuesday September 3

• Golf match v. Langley @ River Bend Golf Club - 3:30pm
• Field Hockey game @ South Lakes JV-6:15/V-7:30pm
• Boys Volleyball match @ Robinson – 7:15pm
• Varsity Girls Volleyball HOME match v. Robinson -7pm

Wednesday September 4

• No competitions scheduled. * Back to School Night *

Thursday September 5

• F/JV Football game @ Langley F-5:30/JV-7pm
• Boys Volleyball HOME match v. Lake Braddock – 7:15pm

Friday September 6

• Varsity Football HOME v. Langley -7:00pm

Saturday September 7

• Cross Country Invitational @ Burke Lake Park – 9am
• Varsity Field Hockey Tournament v. Chantilly @ Centreville -9am

 

 

Herndon High School Pyramid Night

Pyramid Tailgate @ Herndon United Methodist Church- 5:30pm

Information Follow Herndon Athletics on Social Media:

• Athletics Website: https://herndonhornetsathletics.com/
• X & Instagram: @herndonsports
• Athletic Boosters X & IG: @hornetBoosters

Athletic Boosters Homepage

Athletic Boosters Homepage: https://linktr.ee/HHSsportsbooster

Snack Bar VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Please sign up to help in the snack bar.  All proceeds from sales fund ALL TEAMS.

• Aug/Sept: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094DA5AF2AABFA7-50447022-outdoor#/
• Oct/Nov: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094DA5AF2AABFA7-50447532-outdoor#/

Hall of Fame

The Herndon High School Sports Hall of Fame is back up and accepting nominations!

In order to be considered for the Herndon Athletic Hall of Fame an application must be submitted. If you know of somebody you wish to be considered, please have them fill out this form or you can fill it out on their behalf. It is important that you provide their contact information and as much information as possible regarding their athletic accomplishments in high school, college, and professional athletics as well as any civic or professional awards they may have received.

Eligibility criteria:

• A former Herndon coach or athletic support person who has retired
• A Herndon athlete that graduated at least 10 years ago 
• A nominee must receive 70% of the HOF Committee's votes to gain election     
• A nominee's form will remain active for 5 years (if they don't get voted in).
• After 5 years, another form will have to be submitted

Link to submit your nomination: Herndon High School Athletics Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Questions: email Dan Coghlan ([email protected])

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Dr. Reid's Visit 

The energy was buzzing when Dr. Reid arrived to meet these excited Hornets! The administration greeted her in their Tropical Tuesday dress. She stopped in Mrs. Grozis’ Algebra class where students were reviewing math vocabulary. Then she stopped into Mrs. Hutton’s English class, where they discussed what makes good writing “good.” She was appreciative of the amazing lessons Herndon teachers are offering our students through their teaching and actions each day. Go Hornets!!

In This Issue:

• Calendar
• Events
• Information
• Resources

Calendar

August 28: Senior Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Auditorium

August 30 - September 2: Holidays | Labor Day Break

September 04: Back to School Night 

October 03:  Holiday | Rosh Hashanah (begins sundown 10/2 - sundown 10/4)

October 04: Student Holiday | Teacher Workday

October 11: Religious and Cultural Observance | Yom Kippur (begins sundown 10/11 - sundown 10/12)

October 14: Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day)

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events 📵 Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy

Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our [main office].

Senior Meetings and Parent Night

 

Save the Date! Herndon High School's Senior Meetings and Senior Parent Night will be held on Wednesday, August 28th. Senior Meetings for students will take place during 4th period. Senior Parent Night will be held at 6:30-8:00pm in the Auditorium. Information on post-secondary options including two-year and four-year Colleges and Universities, Military, Trade and Apprenticeship, Gap Year, and career resources will be shared. 

Labor Day

Friday, August 30, and Monday, September 2, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.

Junior and Seniors Only

If you are interested in FCPS policies and politics and would like the opportunity to serve on the Superintendent's Advisory Council as a Herndon HS representative, please fill out this form by August 30th. This group meets monthly to discuss important facets of student life: https://forms.gle/gT6ogFWDAggkUEDZA ( you will need to copy/ paste this into a browser) You will also need to get a teacher/ Coach/ Counselor's letter of recommendation, sent to Dr. Cronin at [email protected]

Schedule Change Request Timeline and Process

At this time, no schedule changes are permitted due to membership. Starting September 3rd until the 13th, elective course changes are permitted, if space is available. Core course changes require a Schedule Change Request Form. 

A few reminders for those considering a schedule change:

• Schedule change requests are not permitted for a teacher, lunch, period or friend preference.
• An elective course change may only be made if there is space in the requested course.
• If you are requesting a core course change (English, Math, Science or Social Studies), a Schedule Change Request Form must be completed. The form is meant to inform your current teacher and the requested teacher of your pending schedule change.
• Schedule changes may affect other periods in the student's schedule. If this is a concern, the student can make an appointment with their school counselor to review the options.  

To make a schedule change request, email your school counselor in the following format (to avoid any confusion):

• ADD: Course name and number
• DROP: Course name and number
• The course catalogue is linked here.

The school counselors' email addresses are linked below:

Dr. Kinan (A - Br)                                      Ms. Anderson (Bu - Dj, AVID)

Ms. Kamenick (Do - Hen)                         Ms. Fortier (Her - L)

Ms. Azzara (M - Pe)                                  Ms. Ginieczki (Ph - Se)

Mr. Dell’Orso (Sh - Z)                                Ms. Sotirchos (ELP 1 & 2, A - K)

Ms. Kramer (ELP 1 & 2, L - Z)

They will hold onto your request until the schedule change window opens on September 3rd. The window for elective course change requests closes on September 13th, late requests will not be accepted. After September 14, no elective changes are permitted and all core course changes require a Schedule Change Request Form. 

Lastly, please allow counselors 24-48 hours to reply to any questions or concerns.

SAT School Day – Wednesday, October 9, 2024

On Wednesday, October 9 2024, Herndon High School twelfth graders will have the opportunity to participate in the SAT School Day. FCPS will cover the cost for any twelfth-grade student to take this test. The essay option and subject area tests are not available during SAT School Day. 

To reserve a seat for your twelfth grader to take this exam and ensure appropriate test materials are available for your student, families are asked to complete the form below by Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 3:00 PM. 

Herndon High School: 2024 SAT School Day Intent to Participate Form  (https://forms.gle/GeoVsTgbQc1FMWuE7)

Your student will need to use a @fcpsschools.net email account to access and complete this form.  A translated version of the form content may be found on the SAT School Day Intent Form webpage (https://www.fcps.edu/node/43896). FCPS sites cannot accept walk-ins on the day of the exam.  

General information about the SAT School Day test format is available on the College Board webpage (https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/taking-the-test/sat-in-school). Directions on how to access scores and score release dates are published by College Board via the College Board website. 

We will share exam day schedules and additional details in the coming weeks. If you have questions about the SAT School Day administration at Herndon High School, please our Assessment Coach, Dr. Karl Gussow at [email protected].

Senior Portraits for the Class of 2025 

Senior picture sign ups are now active for our Nov. 6-8 dates. Here is the link to sign up or you can visit the Herndon High School Website and the Class of 2025 button.

https://lms.fcps.edu/link?a=3006277904&path=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vosphoto.com%2Fherndon

Yearbooks For Sale!

Yearbooks are now available for purchase on yearbookordercenter.com! Our school code is 8967. Books start at $65. Students receiving free/reduced lunch can pick up an order form in the main office to purchase a yearbook at a reduced cost.

Senior ads for sale! Families of seniors can now purchase senior ads for the yearbook! Please go to yearbookordercenter.com and use school code 8967 to feature your child in this year’s book!

 

 

 

Information Herndon HS Class Groups

Herndon High School parents and students are encouraged to join their respective “Herndon High School Class of” groups to connect with other families and stay in the know on events occurring at Herndon High and the local community .

Please make sure to fully answer the vetting questions and agree to the group rules. All requests are vetted. The groups are run by HHS parent volunteers. 

For many, these groups are the “go to”

places to get a quick answer to your question from parents that have “been there / done that” and can offer information and support or advise you who to contact.

• Freshman / Class of 2028:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/WBUCmSCtW4KnDLyQ/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Sophomore/ Class of 2027: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/ayZ4bQeWxHeovT1m/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Junior / Class of 2026:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/JKEhZHndHavPA3Zf/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Senior / Class of 2025: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/FamFBTg1p5Ze7RT5/?mibextid=K35XfP

Free and Reduced Meals

ALL freshmen are currently on the Free and Reduced Meals list because all of Herndon Middle was granted that last year. These students will remain on until October when the year resets.  It is extremely important that they apply before October to ensure that they have no break in service and continue (if they qualify) to receive the benefits. The application can be accessed at  https://www.fcps.edu/frm.

Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to our school’s front office. 

If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. If needed, you may also provide other immunization documentation including a healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form. 

Find more information on immunizations on the FCPS website.

Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Update Contact Information

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from our school and FCPS by adding your cell phone number and email to SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon. 

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to our front office

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. You can easily opt your child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. You may also change how your student’s information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool. 

Submit Absences

Parents/caregivers can submit up to two full-day absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Absences longer than two days, partial day absences, and changes of transportation should still be reported to our front office. 

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?

Contact our front office for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage. 

✨ Our Commitment to Excellence, Equity, and Opportunity for Each and Every Student

As we begin a new school year, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid reminds us of the goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which guides us in delivering excellence, equity, and opportunity for each and every one of our students. Watch Dr. Reid’s message.

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses. 

If your student’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at [phone number] with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. 

Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays.

🔍 Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.

Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites their child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

 

 

 

Resources Overdose Awareness and Understanding the Dangers of Opioids

In Northern Virginia, consistent with national and state trends, the opioid epidemic continues to impact communities, including young adults and school-age children. Opioids are a class of drugs used to treat pain and can include prescription medication and illegal drugs. 

Tragically, their misuse can lead to devastating outcomes. Fentanyl is an extremely fatal and especially powerful opioid, even in small doses. Most fatal overdoses in Fairfax County in recent years have involved fentanyl.

August 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. There are three things you can do now to support student wellness and increase understanding of the dangers of opioids and fentanyl:

• Talk with children and loved ones in your life about the dangers of drug use, especially opioids. For more information about substance use among youth, tips on how to recognize and prevent substance abuse, and available support services, please watch this webinar.
• Safely store and dispose of medications, including prescription pain medications, to prevent drug misuse.
• Sign up for a Virtual REVIVE! training class to learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and administer naloxone nasal spray to reverse an opioid overdose.

Learn more about the dangers of opioids and available resources on our website. Visit the Student Safety and Wellness webpage for more information on topics related to student well-being.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
• Anxiety, worry, fears
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
• Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Find our contact information on this webpage.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

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Senior Sunrise In This Issue:

• Calendar
• Events
• Information
• Resources

Calendar

August 28: Senior Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Auditorium

August 30 - September 2: Holidays | Labor Day Break

September 04: Back to School Night 

October 03:  Holiday | Rosh Hashanah (begins sundown 10/2 - sundown 10/4)

October 04: Student Holiday | Teacher Workday

October 11: Religious and Cultural Observance | Yom Kippur (begins sundown 10/11 - sundown 10/12)

October 14: Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day)

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events 📵 Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy

Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our [main office].

Senior Meetings and Parent Night

Save the Date! Herndon High School's Senior Meetings and Senior Parent Night will be held on Wednesday, August 28th. Senior Meetings for students will take place during 4th period. Senior Parent Night will be held at 6:30-8:00pm in the Auditorium. Information on post-secondary options including two-year and four-year Colleges and Universities, Military, Trade and Apprenticeship, Gap Year, and career resources will be shared. 

Labor Day

Friday, August 30, and Monday, September 2, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.

Junior and Seniors Only

If you are interested in FCPS policies and politics and would like the opportunity to serve on the Superintendent's Advisory Council as a Herndon HS representative, please fill out this form by August 30th. This group meets monthly to discuss important facets of student life: https://forms.gle/gT6ogFWDAggkUEDZA ( you will need to copy/ paste this into a browser) You will also need to get a teacher/ Coach/ Counselor's letter of recommendation, sent to Dr. Cronin at [email protected]

Schedule Change Process

• August 19-29, 2024 - No changes due to membership
• September 3-13, 2024 - Elective course changes are allowed, if space is available. Schedule Change Request Form required for any core course change request. 
• After September 14, 2024 - No elective course changes.  Schedule Change Request Form required for any core course change request.
• After January 20, 2025 -  No schedule changes.

SAT School Day – Wednesday, October 9, 2024

On Wednesday, October 9 2024, Herndon High School twelfth graders will have the opportunity to participate in the SAT School Day. FCPS will cover the cost for any twelfth-grade student to take this test. The essay option and subject area tests are not available during SAT School Day. 

To reserve a seat for your twelfth grader to take this exam and ensure appropriate test materials are available for your student, families are asked to complete the form below by Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 3:00 PM. 

Herndon High School: 2024 SAT School Day Intent to Participate Form  (https://forms.gle/GeoVsTgbQc1FMWuE7)

Your student will need to use a @fcpsschools.net email account to access and complete this form.  A translated version of the form content may be found on the SAT School Day Intent Form webpage (https://www.fcps.edu/node/43896). FCPS sites cannot accept walk-ins on the day of the exam.  

General information about the SAT School Day test format is available on the College Board webpage (https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/taking-the-test/sat-in-school). Directions on how to access scores and score release dates are published by College Board via the College Board website. 

We will share exam day schedules and additional details in the coming weeks. If you have questions about the SAT School Day administration at Herndon High School, please our Assessment Coach, Dr. Karl Gussow at [email protected].

Senior Portraits for the Class of 2025 

Senior picture sign ups are now active for our Nov. 6-8 dates. Here is the link to sign up or you can visit the Herndon High School Website and the Class of 2025 button.

https://lms.fcps.edu/link?a=3006277904&path=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vosphoto.com%2Fherndon

 

 

 

Information Free and Reduced Meals

ALL freshmen are currently on the Free and Reduced Meals list because all of Herndon Middle was granted that last year. These students will remain on until October when the year resets.  It is extremely important that they apply before October to ensure that they have no break in service and continue (if they qualify) to receive the benefits. The application can be accessed at  https://www.fcps.edu/frm.

What Is a School Board?

The Fairfax County School Board is responsible for running the public schools in Fairfax County. Twelve School Board members are elected by county voters every four years. 

A student representative serves on the board as a non-voting member. They are chosen by their peers each year.

The School Board makes general rules and sets guidelines to ensure Fairfax County Public Schools runs properly. They follow the laws of Virginia and the rules set by the Virginia Board of Education. 

Learning about your local School Board is important. Understanding their policies and initiatives can help you advocate for positive changes and ensure that the educational needs of all students are met. There are many ways to get involved.

Learn more about the School Board, how to participate in their meetings, and where to watch their meetings.

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights

Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents and caregivers to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.

In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available: a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents/caregivers with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice, because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.

Get more information and view the 2024-25 Opt-Out Booklets.

Greetings from the Health Room

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) School Health Division’s primary goal is to promote the overall health and well-being of school-aged children. The School Health Division consists of Public Health Nurses (PHNs) and School Health Aides (SHAs) who provide a variety of services to accomplish this goal.  PHNs develop individualized health care/action plans for students with complex health conditions and provide health training to school staff to support students’ health needs during the school day. Meanwhile, SHAs deliver direct care to sick and injured students by following standardized protocols or individualized health care/action plans. They are also responsible for administering medications and conducting vision and hearing screenings.

Additional information on school health room services and how can you help your school health room provide the best possible care is available in this letter. 

If you have any questions, feel free to call either your School Health Aide, Carevia Davis, at 703-810-2210, or your school Public Health Nurse, Amanda Khu, at 571-460-9945. The school health room will be open to check in medications on August 13, 15, and 16 during school office hours or by appointment. Parents may also check in student medications during school hours beginning on August 19th. Please call before you arrive so we can be expecting you. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance in helping to make this a safe and healthy school year for all FCPS students.

Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to a school’s front office. 

If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. If needed, families may also provide other immunization documentation including a healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form. 

Find more information on immunizations on the FCPS website. 

Herndon HS Class Groups

Herndon High School parents and students are encouraged to join their respective “Herndon High School Class of” groups to connect with other families and stay in the know on events occurring at Herndon High and the local community .

Please make sure to fully answer the vetting questions and agree to the group rules. All requests are vetted. The groups are run by HHS parent volunteers. 

For many, these groups are the “go to”

places to get a quick answer to your question from parents that have “been there / done that” and can offer information and support or advise you who to contact.

• Freshman / Class of 2028:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/WBUCmSCtW4KnDLyQ/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Sophomore/ Class of 2027: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/ayZ4bQeWxHeovT1m/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Junior / Class of 2026:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/JKEhZHndHavPA3Zf/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Senior / Class of 2025: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/FamFBTg1p5Ze7RT5/?mibextid=K35XfP

 

 

 

Resources No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
• Anxiety, worry, fears
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
• Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Find our contact information on this webpage.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

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Attendance: 703-810-2282 | Web | Twitter

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  Back to School Reminders

Monday, August 19th, Herndon High School will open its doors to over 2,300 students for the 2024-25 school year. Our faculty is eager for the year to begin and we look forward to getting to know our students. While Monday will be an exciting day for many, there are just a few items you need to be aware of for the first day of school.

Getting to School - We encourage everyone to ride the bus, especially the first few weeks of school. If you absolutely need to drive, plan to leave an extra 15-30 minutes earlier than your normal routine. The traffic volume, coupled with new parents and students unfamiliar with our drop-off and parking procedures, can create a very unpleasant start for the school year. It is very important for students to remember their bus route number.

Bus information - Details on busses is located online through the SIS ParentVUE Mobile App, SIS ParentVUE online version and on SIS StudentVUE Mobile App.

SIS ParentVUE Mobile App: Login and select your child, then select Student Info. At the bottom of the screen you will see white text “Additional Information.”  Tap on the Additional Information text then scroll down to Transportation and you will be able to view the bus information. 

SIS ParentVUE on the computer: Login and select Student Info on the left menu. Then scroll down to Transportation and you will be able to view the bus information. Contact Transportation Services with questions or concerns.

Bus Stop - Please pay close attention to the bus schedule for the locations and times of morning/afternoon stops. Plan to arrive on time for your morning pickup. Buses typically will not arrive early, but the first couple of weeks late morning pickups are not uncommon. Don't worry...they will get to your stop. Traffic and new route patterns also may result in some delays. Afternoon buses will be held longer at Herndon this week in order for students to become familiar with catching their bus. There will be plenty of faculty/staff on hand to ensure that all students know where their bus is located.

Student Schedules - Monday, August 19th all students will receive a new copy of their schedule during their 1st period class. This copy of student's schedules will supersede all previous versions. Students can access their 1st period classes via the StudentVue app. Their 1st period classes will be emailed to each student on over the weekend. Staff members will be posted around the school with a list of all first period classes to assist students in finding the appropriate room.

Finding Classes - During the first week of school, faculty will be out in the hallways to make sure that all students find their classrooms. Teachers also realize that a little extra time may be needed during this transition time in order for students to arrive.

Schedule Change Process . 

• August 19-29, 2024 - No changes due to membership
• September 3-13, 2024 - Elective course changes are allowed, if space is available. A Schedule Change Request Form is required for any core course change request.
• After September 14, 2024 - No elective course changes. A Schedule Change Request Form is required for any core course change request.
• After January 20, 2025 - No schedule changes.

Cell Phone Policy - Please remind your student of the updated expectations related to cell phone usage during the school day. 

• Phone must be placed in a zippered pouch strapped to student desk at the beginning of each class.
• No phones should be seen or heard during class time, except for an optional 5-minute break at the discretion of the teacher.

School Calendar - Herndon's Red and Black Calendar for the 2024-25 is available here.

Student Password Reset - Any FCPS staff member at Herndon can reset a student’s password. Staff members are prepared to help students' reset their FCPS network password, to unlock the account, and to allow the student to set a new password.

Free and Reduced-Priced Meals - Did you know your free/reduced price lunch status can be used in a variety of ways to provide support throughout the school year? Free/reduced price lunch applications must be completed every year (the benefits do not roll over from year to year). While you may have heard that some schools were provided a grant to offer free lunch to all students, please be aware that this does not apply to your Herndon High School student. You can access an application here: https://www.fcps.edu/frm

If your student qualifies, they will receive breakfast and lunch, help with required class material fees, and much more. Be sure to apply now! If you need help, feel free to call the school at 703-810-2200.

Lockers - Any other student who requires a locker can request one using this Google Form. Students will need to use their @fcpsschools.net email address to complete the form. Once the request is received, a locker will be assigned within 72 hours. Students should see Mrs. Barr in the Main Office to receive their locker information.

Attendance - Regular attendance at school increases the likelihood that students will graduate on time. Learn more about attendance policies and how to communicate with your child’s teacher or school about absences.

Starting August 19, parents and caregivers can report up to two consecutive full-day absences using ParentVUE Mobile App. For absences longer than two days, please contact the school 703-810-2282 Para español 703-810-2220.

• All Day Absences: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE Mobile App is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.
• Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school at 703-810-2282 Para español 703-810-2220.
• Enrollment at Multiple Schools: ParentVUE Mobile App can only be used to report absences at the student's base-school.  If the student is enrolled at more than one school, attendance reporting for the non-base schools must be completed via their preferred means.

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This Week in Athletics Calendar

 

Monday August 12

• Golf @ Hidden Creek Country Club 8:00am
• Fall Sports Meet the Coach Meeting- HHS cafeteria 6:00pm

Tuesday August 13

• Hornet Fest- 4:30-6:30pm in the Main Hall
• No competitions scheduled

Wednesday August 14

• Golf @ Hidden Creek Country Club 8:00am

Thursday August 15

• Girls Volleyball scrimmage- HOME v. Lake Braddock (F-4:45/JV-5:45/V-7:00)

Friday August 16

• Field Hockey scrimmage- @ Oakton (JV/V 4:00pm)
• Varsity Football Scrimmage @ Gainesville (6:00pm)

Saturday August 17

• No competitions scheduled

 

 

Information Follow Herndon Athletics on Social Media:

• Athletics Website: https://herndonhornetsathletics.com/
• X & Instagram: @herndonsports
• Athletic Boosters X & IG: @hornetBoosters

Athletic Boosters Homepage

https://linktr.ee/HHSsportsbooster

Snack Bar VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Please sign up to help in the snack bar.  All proceeds from sales fund ALL TEAMS.

• Aug/Sept: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094DA5AF2AABFA7-50447022-outdoor#/
• Oct/Nov: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094DA5AF2AABFA7-50447532-outdoor#/

Hall of Fame

The Herndon High School Sports Hall of Fame is back up and accepting nominations!

In order to be considered for the Herndon Athletic Hall of Fame an application must be submitted. If you know of somebody you wish to be considered, please have them fill out this form or you can fill it out on their behalf. It is important that you provide their contact information and as much information as possible regarding their athletic accomplishments in high school, college, and professional athletics as well as any civic or professional awards they may have received.

Eligibility criteria:

• A former Herndon coach or athletic support person who has retired
• A Herndon athlete that graduated at least 10 years ago 
• A nominee must receive 70% of the HOF Committee's votes to gain election     
• A nominee's form will remain active for 5 years (if they don't get voted in).
• After 5 years, another form will have to be submitted

Link to submit your nomination: Herndon High School Athletics Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Questions: email Dan Coghlan ([email protected])

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In This Issue:

• Calendar
• Events
• Information
• Resources

Calendar

August 13: Hornet Fest, 4:30 pm, HHS Main Street - Today!

August 13: Freshmen & New Student Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Auditorium - Today!

August 15: Freshmen & New Student Orientation, 9:00 - 11:00 am

August 19: First Day of School

August 28: Senior Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Auditorium

August 30 - September 2: Holidays | Labor Day Break

September 04: Back to School Night 

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events

 

Hornet-Fest - Today!

Come by, Tuesday, August 13 at 4:30 pm, to get a jump start on the school year! Learn about clubs, sports, organizations. Purchase Hornet Gear. If you have questions, please contact Phil Cronin. See you there!

 

9th Grade and New Student Laptop Distribution - Today!

Students new to Herndon and rising 9th graders will have two opportunities to get their laptop. The first opportunity will be at Hornet Fest on Tuesday, August 13th from 4:30pm – 6:30pm. The second opportunity will be during their English 9 class on the first or second day of school. Students who miss these opportunities can pick up their Chromebooks from the Tech Office during the first week of school. Rising 9th graders will need to have turned in their Herndon Middle School computers in order to receive a Herndon High School Chromebook.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Smith from the HHS tech team.

 

Freshman and New Student Parent Night - Today!

Herndon Freshman and New Student Parent Night will be held on Tuesday, August 13th at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium Parents/guardians will have the opportunity to meet members of the Administrative Team, learn about the high school and have questions answered. See you there!

 

Freshman and New Student Orientation

This event will take place on Thursday, August 15th from 9:00 - 11:00 am. This special morning session has been planned to help students become comfortable with the high school, as well as to take care of some “new student business.” Students will be picked up at the sites listed below. Please arrive at the pickup site 10 minutes before the time listed.

Appropriate dress and behavior is expected when attending orientation. Buses will arrive at Herndon High School at 9:00 a.m. and drop students back at the elementary or middle school for parent pickup after 11:30 am.

• Aldrin ES - 8:30 am
• Armstrong ES - 8:30 am
• Clearview ES - 8:30 am            
• Dranesville ES - 8:30 am
• Herndon ES - 8:30am
• Hutchison ES - 8:30 am
• Herndon MS - 8:30 am

Schedule Change Process

• August 6-16, 2024 - Schedule changes, if space is available.
• August 19-29, 2024 - No changes due to membership
• September 3-13, 2024 - Elective course changes are allowed, if space is available. Schedule Change Request Form required for any core course change request. 
• After September 14, 2024 - No elective course changes.  Schedule Change Request Form required for any core course change request.
• After January 20, 2025 -  No schedule changes.

INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs

Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5+ with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church

Appointments are required. No walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.

First Day of School

Monday, August 19, is the first day of school. See the complete school year calendar.FCPS parents, students, and staff members are invited to share their favorite pictures or videos from the first day of school on social media using the hashtag #FirstDayFairfax. We will share some of the photos on FCPS Facebook and Instagram.

Senior Meetings and Parent Night

Save the Date! Herndon High School's Senior Meetings and Senior Parent Night will be held on Wednesday, August 28th. Senior Meetings for students will take place during 4th period. Senior Parent Night will be held at 6:30-8:00pm in the Auditorium. Information on post-secondary options including two-year and four-year Colleges and Universities, Military, Trade and Apprenticeship, Gap Year, and career resources will be shared. 

Labor Day

Friday, August 30, and Monday, September 2, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.

Senior Portraits for the Class of 2025 

Senior picture sign ups are now active for our Nov. 6-8 dates. Here is the link to sign up or you can visit the Herndon High School Website and the Class of 2025 button.

https://lms.fcps.edu/link?a=3006277904&path=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vosphoto.com%2Fherndon

 

 

 

Information Welcome Back!

We’re Eager to Welcome You Back-to School!

As summer winds down, our school and staff are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Before the first day of school, make sure you have completed the following: 

Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Parents/caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. Contact the school registrar [add contact info] if you need a code.

Once you have activated a SIS ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same SIS ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating an account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE. 

Update Your Contact Information

To be sure you receive important information from your schools, update your phone numbers and/or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section of SIS ParentVUE.

Update Immunizations and Records

Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy. Please log in to SIS ParentVUE to see what immunizations your child has recorded. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia as soon as possible. If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services.

Remember to request your child’s immunization record and bring that to the school’s front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website. 

Prepare for Meals at School 

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students. 

The best way to purchase meals and additional food items is to use MySchoolBucks. If you have not already, set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically as needed, and families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. 

Apply for Free and Reduced-Priced Meals

The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2024-25 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.

Save the Date: Back-to-School Night

Wednesday, September 6, 2024 at 6:30 pm. Additional details are forthcoming.

🔖 Bookmark the School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:

• Days marked with a blue “H” are student holidays. Schools are closed on these days.
• Days marked with an orange “O” are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). There is school on these days, but certain events that cannot be made up may not be scheduled on these days. 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

Note: Some holidays and observances, such as Eid al-Fitr, may shift and the calendar may be adjusted.

Herndon HS Class Groups

Herndon High School parents and students are encouraged to join their respective “Herndon High School Class of” groups to connect with other families and stay in the know on events occurring at Herndon High and the local community .

Please make sure to fully answer the vetting questions and agree to the group rules. All requests are vetted. The groups are run by HHS parent volunteers. 

For many, these groups are the “go to”

places to get a quick answer to your question from parents that have “been there / done that” and can offer information and support or advise you who to contact.

• Freshman / Class of 2028:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/WBUCmSCtW4KnDLyQ/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Sophomore/ Class of 2027: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/ayZ4bQeWxHeovT1m/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Junior / Class of 2026:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/JKEhZHndHavPA3Zf/?mibextid=K35XfP
• Senior / Class of 2025: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/FamFBTg1p5Ze7RT5/?mibextid=K35XfP

Greetings from the Health Room

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) School Health Division’s primary goal is to promote the overall health and well-being of school-aged children. The School Health Division consists of Public Health Nurses (PHNs) and School Health Aides (SHAs) who provide a variety of services to accomplish this goal.  PHNs develop individualized health care/action plans for students with complex health conditions and provide health training to school staff to support students’ health needs during the school day. Meanwhile, SHAs deliver direct care to sick and injured students by following standardized protocols or individualized health care/action plans. They are also responsible for administering medications and conducting vision and hearing screenings.

Additional information on school health room services and how can you help your school health room provide the best possible care is available in this letter. 

If you have any questions, feel free to call either your School Health Aide, Carevia Davis, at 703-810-2210, or your school Public Health Nurse, Amanda Khu, at 571-460-9945. The school health room will be open to check in medications on August 13, 15, and 16 during school office hours or by appointment. Parents may also check in student medications during school hours beginning on August 19th. Please call before you arrive so we can be expecting you. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance in helping to make this a safe and healthy school year for all FCPS students.

Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering the 12th grade this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine to the Beverly Barr, Herndon’s Student Information Assistant (SIA), as soon as possible.

Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

Junior and Seniors Only

If you are interested in FCPS policies and politics and would like the opportunity to serve on the Superintendent's Advisory Council as a Herndon HS representative, please fill out this form by August 30th. This group meets monthly to discuss important facets of student life: https://forms.gle/gT6ogFWDAggkUEDZA ( you will need to copy/ paste this into a browser) You will also need to get a teacher/ Coach/ Counselor's letter of recommendation, sent to Dr. Cronin at [email protected]

✨ 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow's Innovation

Our 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five student-centered goals to create positive change in FCPS. These five goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

Under Goal 5, every student will graduate ready to thrive in life after high school with the skills they need to navigate, adapt, and innovate for a sustainable future. Using data gathered from students, we will ensure they are ready for a wide variety of options for their futures. 

Visit FCPS’ Strategic Plan webpage to learn more about how we will measure the success of Goal 5.

New Feature in ParentVUE: Report Full-Day Absences 

Starting on the first day of school, Monday, August 19, parents/caregivers can submit full-day absences through FCPS’ SIS ParentVUE platform. This will make reporting and tracking absences easier for our school.

Parents/caregivers may report absences by using ParentVUE or by contacting the front office. Please find important details below:

• How to Use ParentVUE: Log in to your ParentVUE account and select “Report Absence.” 
• More Ways to Report: Use our [attendance phone line and/or email] for absences longer than two days, late arrivals, and early dismissals.
• Where to Get Help: Visit FCPS’ Attendance Reporting webpage for step-by-step instructions. 

If you need to set up a ParentVUE account or have questions, please contact our front office at [phone and/or email]. They will provide you with an “activation key” and instructions to create a ParentVUE account. We are excited to see your student on August 19!

 

 

Resources Free Workshops for Families

Parents and caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Learn more about the Family Resource Center (FRC).

In September, the FRC will host webinars for families on supporting siblings of children with disabilities, helping students organize their school work, working with children who like to push boundaries, and teen development and well-being. Sign up for the FRC newsletter for their latest offerings or visit their webinar website.

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

💻 No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for more information on how to access this service. 

Overdose Awareness and Understanding the Dangers of Opioids

In Northern Virginia, consistent with national and state trends, the opioid epidemic continues to impact communities, including young adults and school-age children. Opioids are a class of drugs used to treat pain and can include prescription medication and illegal drugs. 

Tragically, their misuse can lead to devastating outcomes. Fentanyl is an extremely fatal and especially powerful opioid, even in small doses. Most fatal overdoses in Fairfax County in recent years have involved fentanyl.

August 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. There are three things you can do now to support student wellness and increase understanding of the dangers of opioids and fentanyl:

• Talk with children and loved ones in your life about the dangers of drug use, especially opioids. For more information about substance use among youth, tips on how to recognize and prevent substance abuse, and available support services, please watch this webinar.
• Safely store and dispose of medications, including prescription pain medications, to prevent drug misuse.
• Sign up for a Virtual REVIVE! training class to learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and administer naloxone nasal spray to reverse an opioid overdose.

Learn more about the dangers of opioids and available resources on our website. Visit the Student Safety and Wellness webpage for more information on topics related to student well-being. 

Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

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9th Grade and New Student Laptop Distribution

 

Students new to Herndon and rising 9th graders will have two opportunities to get their laptop. The first opportunity will be at Hornet Fest on Tuesday, August 13th from 4:30pm – 6:30pm. The second opportunity will be during their English 9 class on the first or second day of school. Students who miss these opportunities can pick up their Chromebooks from the Tech Office during the first week of school. Rising 9th graders will need to have turned in their Herndon Middle School computers in order to receive a Herndon High School Chromebook.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Smith from the HHS tech team.

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Parent Coffee

 

We hope you are enjoying the summer. As we continue to diligently prepare for the start of the 2024-2025 school year, you may recall that our June 11, 2024 Parent Coffee was postponed after FCPS communicated updated grading policies and procedures for the 2024-25 school year. Our Herndon High School administrative team and key school leaders have been closely reviewing these updated guidelines and procedures and have met with central office staff to ensure fidelity of implementation at Herndon High School. Our department chairs and subject-area leaders will be reporting to a school kickoff meeting on August 5th to review these changes and address any unanswered questions before staff return from summer break.

To ensure all questions can be answered related to these changes by knowledgeable staff, the date for the new Parent Coffee will be Thursday, August 8, 2024. We will hold a meeting at 8:30am and another at 6:30pm. Interpreters will be available as well.

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Greeting from the Health Room

 

Greetings from Herndon’s Health Room!

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) School Health Division’s primary goal is to promote the overall health and well-being of school-aged children.  The School Health Division consists of Public Health Nurses (PHNs) and School Health Aides (SHAs) who provide a variety of services to accomplish this goal.  PHNs develop individualized health care/action plans for students with complex health conditions and provide health training to school staff to support students’ health needs during the school day. Meanwhile, SHAs deliver direct care to sick and injured students by following standardized protocols or individualized health care/action plans. They are also responsible for administering medications and conducting vision and hearing screenings.

School Health Room Services Include:

1. Care of sick and injured students in accordance with the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) School Health Emergency Temporary Care Guidelines and students’ individualized health care/action plans, if applicable.
2. Administration of medication provided by parents/guardians with proper authorization completed by their health care provider.
3. Coordination of care for students with chronic health conditions during the school day.
4. Hearing and vision screening (grades K, 3, 7, 10, new to FCPS, and those students referred by teachers and parents/guardians).

How can you help your school health room provide the best possible care?

• Keep your student home when they are sick. Refer to FCPS Document- Can My Child Go To School
• Complete the Health Information form one paper or electronically in SIS ParentVUE Online Verification/Update Packet
• Throughout the school year, advise and update the SHA or PHN of any changes to your student’s health condition that will impact their school day.
• Provide current home, work, and alternate telephone numbers in SIS ParentVUE Online Verification/Update Packet or Emergency Care Card on paper.
• Immediately notify the physical education (PE) teacher if your child has any PE restrictions and provide the PE teacher with a FCPS Physician Referral for Participation in Physical Education Form (SS/SE-200) completed by your healthcare provider.
• If medication must be administered during the school day, please follow the guidelines established in the current version of FCPS Regulation 2102.

1. Complete and submit the FCPS medication authorization forms annually, as applicable:

• Medication Authorization (SS/SE-63)
• Authorization for Anaphylaxis Action Plan(SS/SE-64) (updated4/24) for epinephrine
• Authorization for Virginia Asthma Action Plan (SS/SE-65) (updated 4/24) for asthma rescue medication.

1. Provide the school with properly labeled containers (your pharmacist will usually provide an extra container if requested). Only a 30-day supply of prescription medication should be brought into school at a time. It is the parent/guardian's responsibility to bring additional refills, if needed, to the school.
2. Medications must be transported to and from school by a parent/guardian; except, with parent/guardian approval, a high school student may carry over-the-counter (OTC) medications to and from the school health room and pick up the backup medication from the health room with documented parent/guardian permission.
3. Medications must be kept in the school health room or other school-approved location unless approved for the student to carry it during school hours. Students approved to carry their own medication, should have a second dose kept in the school health room.
4. Students must go to the health room to receive medication. Parents should develop a plan with the student to ensure that he or she goes to the health room at the prescribed time. Medication can only be given one-half hour before or one-half hour after the prescribed time.
5. OTC medication for headache, muscle ache, orthodontic pain, or menstrual cramps may be given as needed throughout the school year with only the parent/ guardian signature on part II of the FCPS Medication Authorization Form. No more than 100 pills/tablets of OTC medication should be brought to school at a time (must be in unopened original container/packaging).
6. OTC medications other than pain relievers may be given up to ten consecutive school days with the parent/guardian signature on the FCPS Medication Authorization form before a health care provider’s authorization is required.
7. Cough drops and throat lozenges may be carried and used by students in kindergarten through grade 12 as needed throughout the school year, provided that they are in the original container or packaging. Students must not share cough drops or throat lozenges under any circumstances.
8. Parent or guardian must collect any unused portion of medication within one week after expiration or authorization period as listed on the form. Medication not claimed within that period will be discarded.
9. Medication that has not been picked up by student dismissal time on the last day of the school year will be discarded.

If you have any questions, feel free to call either your School Health Aide, Carevia Davis, at 703-810-2210, or your school Public Health Nurse, Amanda Khu, at 571-460-9945. The school health room will be open to check in medications on August 13, 15, and 16 during school office hours or by appointment. Parents may also check in student medications during school hours beginning on August 19th. Please call before you arrive so we can be expecting you. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance in helping to make this a safe and healthy school year for all FCPS students.

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In This Issue:

• Calendar
• Events
• Information
• Resources

Calendar

August 08: Parent Coffee, 8:00 am or 6:30 pm, Cafeteria

August 13: Hornet Fest, 4:30 pm, HHS Main Street

August 13: Freshmen & New Student Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Cafeteria

August 15: Freshmen & New Student Orientation, 9:00 - 11:00 am

August 19: First Day of School

August 30 - September 2: Holidays | Labor Day Break

September 04: Back to School Night 

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering the 12th grade this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine to the Beverly Barr, Herndon’s Student Information Assistant (SIA), as soon as possible.

Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Herndon High School will offer the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) and SAT School Day for 10th through 12th grade students at no cost to families. All tests will be administered in a digital format. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than for paper/pencil tests.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and English Learners

Because these exams are operated by the College Board, students do not automatically receive testing accommodations or supports.

• If you have a student with disabilities who requires new or revised College Board testing accommodations entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade next school year, please review the accommodations request process (https://www.fcps.edu/accommodations-process-college-board-testing) and return forms to by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Students with 504 accommodations, please send all forms to Matt Dell’Orso at [email protected].
• Students with IEP accommodations, please send all forms to Drew Murphy at [email protected].
• If you have a multilingual student entering 12th grade next school year who requires support with October 2024 SAT School Day testing, please review the EL Support request process (https://www.fcps.edu/el-support-process-college-board-testing) and return the forms by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Karl Gussow, Assessment Coach at [email protected].

For further information, you can review the following links on testing:

• SAT
• PSAT 

Parent Coffee 

We hope you are enjoying the summer. As we continue to diligently prepare for the start of the 2024-2025 school year, you may recall that our June 11, 2024 Parent Coffee was postponed after FCPS communicated updated grading policies and procedures for the 2024-25 school year. Our Herndon High School administrative team and key school leaders have been closely reviewing these updated guidelines and procedures and have met with central office staff to ensure fidelity of implementation at Herndon High School. Our department chairs and subject-area leaders will be reporting to a school kickoff meeting on August 5th to review these changes and address any unanswered questions before staff return from summer break.

To ensure all questions can be answered related to these changes by knowledgeable staff, the date for the new Parent Coffee will be Thursday, August 8, 2024. We will hold a meeting at 8:30am and another at 6:30pm. Interpreters will be available as well.

Multilingual Learners Summit: Our Voices, Our Future

 

We're excited to share that FCPS will be hosting a Multilingual Learners Summit: Our Voices, Our Future on Thursday, August 8th at Annandale High School from 5-8:30 p.m.

This summit aims to equip multilingual learners and their families with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive.  A table fair will showcase the many options and opportunities available within FCPS and the wider community that support paths to graduation and future careers for our students.  Additionally, guest speaker Dr. Jose Luis Zelaya will offer an inspiring keynote message and engage in dialogue with a student panel. 

All secondary level multilingual learners across the division have been directly invited to this event via email.  Additionally, families have been invited through FCPS This Week.  A registration link is available here for attendees. The flyer is available in English and Spanish.

Student Parking Information for 2024-25

This year parking process will be as followed:

Students will use the attached link to register for parking. Registration is open from Monday, June 17th, to Friday, August 9th, 2024.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0Wm2RN5Egislpawpf3yRmWInja1DmYgN1t39IWMPLjpX6ow/viewform?usp=sf_link

Students will be able to pay for parking online using MySchoolBucks starting Monday, July 29th, 2024. Parking passes will cost $200.00. Students can also pay by check, cashier’s check or money order on the day you are assigned to pick up your parking pass.

The cost for students who qualify for FREE Lunch will be $20.00. The cost for students who qualify for REDUCE Lunch will be $100.00. If you are paying the free or reduce price, you must bring documentation attached to your application showing that you qualify for free or reduce lunch. All payments for free or reduce lunch should be made by check, cashier’s check, or money order and should be made out to Herndon HS (No Cash will be accepted).

Students will need to print out, complete, bring in the hard copy of the parking application along with an attached copy of their driver’s license. Please make sure that include if you will be driving to an Academy Class or any off campus waiver. Students will have assigned a parking space.

Applications are available on the Herndon HS website: https://herndonhs.fcps.edu/resources/parking-regulations 

Here are the date & times students can pick up parking passes:

• Seniors – Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Juniors – Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Seniors & Juniors - Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 from 10am – 12pm 

Students can contact Mr. Brown (Safety & Security Specialist) at [email protected] , if they have any questions.

 

Hornet-Fest

Come by, Tuesday, August 15 at 4:30 pm, to get a jump start on the school year! Learn about clubs, sports, organizations. Purchase Hornet Gear. If you have questions, please contact Phil Cronin. See you there!

 

Freshman and New Student Parent Night

Herndon Freshman and New Student Parent Night will be held on Tuesday, August 13th at 6:30 pm in the Cafeteria. Parents/guardians will have the opportunity to meet members of the Administrative Team, learn about the high school and have questions answered. See you there!

 

Freshman and New Student Orientation

This event will take place on Thursday, August 15th from 9:00 - 11:00 am. This special morning session has been planned to help students become comfortable with the high school, as well as to take care of some “new student business.” Students will be picked up at the sites listed below. Please arrive at the pickup site 10 minutes before the time listed.

Appropriate dress and behavior is expected when attending orientation. Buses will arrive at Herndon High School at 9:00 a.m. and drop students back at the elementary or middle school for parent pickup after 11:30 am.

• Aldrin ES - 8:30 am
• Armstrong ES - 8:30 am
• Clearview ES - 8:30 am            
• Dranesville ES - 8:30 am
• Herndon ES - 8:30am
• Hutchison ES - 8:30 am
• Herndon MS - 8:30 am

INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs

Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5+ with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church

Appointments are required. No walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.

Senior Portraits for the Class of 2025 

Hello Senior Families, 

Our final session of senior pictures is scheduled for November 6th, 7th & 8th. These will be taken at Herndon High School. Sign ups will be posted closer to the date.

If any seniors/parents would like to take care of it before then, there is an option to go to the photographer's office in Chantilly to be photographed. You should contact Ironlight Studio. The details for booking at Ironlight are on the web link shared with the seniors: https://www.vosphoto.com/herndon

 

 

Information Summer Office Hours

Herndon High School's summer office hours are 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. As a reminder, appointments are always recommended to be sure we have someone in the building who can best assist you with your request. Please plan accordingly. 

Junior and Seniors Only

If you are interested in FCPS policies and politics and would like the opportunity to serve on the Superintendent's Advisory Council as a Herndon HS representative, please fill out this form by August 30th. This group meets monthly to discuss important facets of student life: https://forms.gle/gT6ogFWDAggkUEDZA ( you will need to copy/ paste this into a browser) You will also need to get a teacher/ Coach/ Counselor's letter of recommendation, sent to Dr. Cronin at [email protected]

Course Selections for 2024-2025

School counselors are currently on their summer break and will return to work on August 6, 2024. Course selections will be locked throughout this time as we continue to build our master schedule for this school year. If students would like to request a course selection change they may do so starting August 6 by emailing their school counselor. Please note that changes will only be made based on space availability and course offerings. 

Herndon Summer Tech Support

The best way for students and parents to reach the tech office over the summer is through our IT Support Portal that is designated for students and parents. The portal will submit a ticket to the Herndon IT team, and we can reach out to you directly to help troubleshoot. The FCPS Technology Support page has troubleshooting tips and help guides for our FCPS digital tools.

• Student Support Request (link)
• Parent Support Request (link)

Important Reminders

• No FCPS student laptops should not be taken out of the United States.
• Please remember that the Chromebooks are fragile. Please do not carry the laptop by the screen. Here are some helpful tips when caring for your device this summer.
• Lost chargers can be purchased in the main office for $23.

From the Library 

Summer is a great time to incorporate reading into the less hectic days.

• Students can access ebooks and e-audiobooks all summer long by logging into their MackinVIA accounts. Consider listening to an e-audiobook if your family is traveling this summer!
• Between June 12 and August 18, Fairfax County Public Library is offering their summer reading program. Registration opens June 5. To find out about Herndon Fortnightly’s programs for teens, visit their calendar here.

Are you looking for particular title recommendations? Check out these book lists for all ages:

• Book lists for Birth to Grade 8 from the Association for Library Service to Children.
• New York Public Library’s list of some of their favorite summer reading Young Adult titles.
• Washington Post’s suggestions for 28 Books to Read this Summer 

If you come across any overdue FCPS library books this summer, you may drop them by Herndon High School during the office’s summer hours, or your student can return them during the first week of school in August.

Moving Over the Summer?

If your student will not be returning to Herndon HS for the 2024-2025 school year, please complete the Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form.  You can email the completed and signed form to the Herndon HS registrar, Beth Reardon at [email protected].

 

 

Resources No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE, and they must provide consent for their student to access therapy services. 

Students can then be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Student Insurance

During the school day, a student may have an accident that results in injury. There is a common misconception that FCPS (Fairfax County Public Schools) is financially responsible for medical bills resulting from such injuries. However, this is not the case.

Students who participate in sports are required to have health insurance. FCPS does not provide medical insurance for students, but parents can purchase low-cost Voluntary Student Insurance through K & K Insurance Group.

This student accident insurance program offers an affordable way for parents to cover medical or dental expenses resulting from their child's accident. For those who already have medical or dental insurance, this additional coverage can help with deductibles, limitations, and exclusions. For those without medical insurance, these accident policies provide primary coverage.

Please read the information on K&K Student Accident Insurance to determine if this coverage would be beneficial for your child.

Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

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This Week in Athletics Events

 

2024-25 Try-Out Information

Season Start Dates:

Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024 (Except Dance, it was 07/15)

Cheerleading, Golf, Field Hockey, Football, Boys/Girls Volleyball, Cross Country

Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

• Boys/Girls Basketball, Girls Gymnastics, Boys/Girls Indoor Track, Boys/Girls Swim & Dive, Wrestling

Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

• Baseball, Boys/Girls Lacrosse, Boys/Girls Outdoor Track, Boys/Girls Soccer, Softball, Boys/Girls Tennis

If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Coaches contact information can be found HERE or on the Athletic Website under “More”.

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off-season workout (green-day) or try-outs:

• VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024. The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE. Please verify that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form. Please turn in your completed Physical form to the Activities Office (Room #J100) or scan and email it to Ms. Petruzzi  [email protected]
• The deadline to turn things in for participation on August 5th is 4pm on FRIDAY, AUGUST 2nd. Anything turned in after that will be processed for an August 6th start date. (For winter and spring sports, it’ll be the Friday before your 1st day of tryouts).
• Physicals forms can be done at any Doctor Office, MinuteClinic (CVS) or CareNow Urgent Care

Student/Athletes that do not have health insurance through their parents, can purchase Student Accident Insurance through the School by using this link K&K Insurance:  

• Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the upcoming school year. The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) for which they wish to try-out.

You can find the Athletic Registration site HERE. Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE.

 

 

Information Herndon High School Sports Hall of Fame

The Herndon High School Sports Hall of Fame is back up and accepting nominations!

In order to be considered for the Herndon Athletic Hall of Fame an application must be submitted. If you know of somebody you wish to be considered, please have them fill out this form or you can fill it out on their behalf. It is important that you provide their contact information and as much information as possible regarding their athletic accomplishments in high school, college, and professional athletics as well as any civic or professional awards they may have received.

Eligibility criteria:

• A former Herndon coach or athletic support person who has retired
• A Herndon athlete that graduated at least 10 years ago
• A nominee must receive 70% of the HOF Committee's votes to gain election
• A nominee's form will remain active for 5 years (if they don't get voted in).
• After 5 years, another form will have to be submitted

Link to submit your nomination: Herndon High School Athletics Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Questions: email Dan Coghlan ([email protected])

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In This Issue:

• Calendar
• Events
• Information
• Resources

Calendar

August 13: Hornet Fest, 4:30 pm, HHS Main Street

August 13: Freshmen & New Student Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Cafeteria

August 15: Freshmen & New Student Orientation, 9:00 - 11:00 am

August 19: First Day of School

August 30 - September 2: Holidays | Labor Day Break

September 04: Back to School Night 

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering the 12th grade this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine to the Beverly Barr, Herndon’s Student Information Assistant (SIA), as soon as possible.

Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Herndon High School will offer the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) and SAT School Day for 10th through 12th grade students at no cost to families. All tests will be administered in a digital format. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than for paper/pencil tests.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and English Learners

Because these exams are operated by the College Board, students do not automatically receive testing accommodations or supports.

• If you have a student with disabilities who requires new or revised College Board testing accommodations entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade next school year, please review the accommodations request process (https://www.fcps.edu/accommodations-process-college-board-testing) and return forms to by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Students with 504 accommodations, please send all forms to Matt Dell’Orso at [email protected].
• Students with IEP accommodations, please send all forms to Drew Murphy at [email protected].
• If you have a multilingual student entering 12th grade next school year who requires support with October 2024 SAT School Day testing, please review the EL Support request process (https://www.fcps.edu/el-support-process-college-board-testing) and return the forms by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Karl Gussow, Assessment Coach at [email protected].

For further information, you can review the following links on testing:

• SAT
• PSAT 

Parent Coffee 

We hope you are enjoying the summer. As we continue to diligently prepare for the start of the 2024-2025 school year, you may recall that our June 11, 2024 Parent Coffee was postponed after FCPS communicated updated grading policies and procedures for the 2024-25 school year. Our Herndon High School administrative team and key school leaders have been closely reviewing these updated guidelines and procedures and have met with central office staff to ensure fidelity of implementation at Herndon High School. Our department chairs and subject-area leaders will be reporting to a school kickoff meeting on August 5th to review these changes and address any unanswered questions before staff return from summer break.

To ensure all questions can be answered related to these changes by knowledgeable staff, the date for the new Parent Coffee will be Thursday, August 8, 2024. We will hold a meeting at 8:30am and another at 6:30pm. Interpreters will be available as well.

Multilingual Learners Summit: Our Voices, Our Future

 

We're excited to share that FCPS will be hosting a Multilingual Learners Summit: Our Voices, Our Future on Thursday, August 8th at Annandale High School from 5-8:30 p.m.

This summit aims to equip multilingual learners and their families with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive.  A table fair will showcase the many options and opportunities available within FCPS and the wider community that support paths to graduation and future careers for our students.  Additionally, guest speaker Dr. Jose Luis Zelaya will offer an inspiring keynote message and engage in dialogue with a student panel. 

All secondary level multilingual learners across the division have been directly invited to this event via email.  Additionally, families have been invited through FCPS This Week.  A registration link is available here for attendees. The flyer is available in English and Spanish.

Student Parking Information for 2024-25

This year parking process will be as followed:

Students will use the attached link to register for parking. Registration is open from Monday, June 17th, to Friday, August 9th, 2024.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0Wm2RN5Egislpawpf3yRmWInja1DmYgN1t39IWMPLjpX6ow/viewform?usp=sf_link

Students will be able to pay for parking online using MySchoolBucks starting Monday, July 29th, 2024. Parking passes will cost $200.00. Students can also pay by check, cashier’s check or money order on the day you are assigned to pick up your parking pass.

The cost for students who qualify for FREE Lunch will be $20.00. The cost for students who qualify for REDUCE Lunch will be $100.00. If you are paying the free or reduce price, you must bring documentation attached to your application showing that you qualify for free or reduce lunch. All payments for free or reduce lunch should be made by check, cashier’s check, or money order and should be made out to Herndon HS (No Cash will be accepted).

Students will need to print out, complete, bring in the hard copy of the parking application along with an attached copy of their driver’s license. Please make sure that include if you will be driving to an Academy Class or any off campus waiver. Students will have assigned a parking space.

Applications are available on the Herndon HS website: https://herndonhs.fcps.edu/resources/parking-regulations 

Here are the date & times students can pick up parking passes:

• Seniors – Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Juniors – Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Seniors & Juniors - Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 from 10am – 12pm 

Students can contact Mr. Brown (Safety & Security Specialist) at [email protected] , if they have any questions.

Freshman and New Student Orientation

This event will take place on Thursday, August 15th from 9:00 - 11:30 am. This special morning session has been planned to help students become comfortable with the high school, as well as to take care of some “new student business.” Students will be picked up at the sites listed below. Please arrive at the pickup site 10 minutes before the time listed.

Appropriate dress and behavior is expected when attending orientation. Buses will arrive at Herndon High School at 9:00 a.m. and drop students back at the elementary or middle school for parent pickup after 11:30 am.

• Aldrin ES - 8:30 am
• Armstrong ES - 8:30 am
• Clearview ES - 8:30 am            
• Dranesville ES - 8:30 am
• Herndon ES - 8:30am
• Hutchison ES - 8:30 am
• Herndon MS - 8:30 am

INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs

Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5+ with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church

Appointments are required. No walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.

Senior Portraits for the Class of 2025 

Hello Senior Families, 

Our final session of senior pictures is scheduled for November 6th, 7th & 8th. These will be taken at Herndon High School. Sign ups will be posted closer to the date.

If any seniors/parents would like to take care of it before then, there is an option to go to the photographer's office in Chantilly to be photographed. You should contact Ironlight Studio. The details for booking at Ironlight are on the web link shared with the seniors: https://www.vosphoto.com/herndon

 

 

Information Summer Office Hours

Herndon High School's summer office hours are 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Please plan accordingly. As a reminder, appointments are always recommended to be sure we have someone in the building who can best assist you with your request. Beginning the week of August 5 we will be available 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. We will resume our regular office hours of 7:30 a m - 3:50 pm on Monday, August 12, 2024.  

Course Selections for 2024-2025

School counselors are currently on their summer break and will return to work on August 6, 2024. Course selections will be locked throughout this time as we continue to build our master schedule for this school year. If students would like to request a course selection change they may do so starting August 6 by emailing their school counselor. Please note that changes will only be made based on space availability and course offerings. 

Herndon Summer Tech Support

The best way for students and parents to reach the tech office over the summer is through our IT Support Portal that is designated for students and parents. The portal will submit a ticket to the Herndon IT team, and we can reach out to you directly to help troubleshoot. The FCPS Technology Support page has troubleshooting tips and help guides for our FCPS digital tools.

• Student Support Request (link)
• Parent Support Request (link)

Important Reminders

• No FCPS student laptops should not be taken out of the United States.
• Please remember that the Chromebooks are fragile. Please do not carry the laptop by the screen. Here are some helpful tips when caring for your device this summer.
• Lost chargers can be purchased in the main office for $23.

From the Library 

Summer is a great time to incorporate reading into the less hectic days.

• Students can access ebooks and e-audiobooks all summer long by logging into their MackinVIA accounts. Consider listening to an e-audiobook if your family is traveling this summer!
• Between June 12 and August 18, Fairfax County Public Library is offering their summer reading program. Registration opens June 5. To find out about Herndon Fortnightly’s programs for teens, visit their calendar here.

Are you looking for particular title recommendations? Check out these book lists for all ages:

• Book lists for Birth to Grade 8 from the Association for Library Service to Children.
• New York Public Library’s list of some of their favorite summer reading Young Adult titles.
• Washington Post’s suggestions for 28 Books to Read this Summer 

If you come across any overdue FCPS library books this summer, you may drop them by Herndon High School during the office’s summer hours, or your student can return them during the first week of school in August.

Moving Over the Summer?

If your student will not be returning to Herndon HS for the 2023-2024 school year, please complete the Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form.  You can email the completed and signed form to the Herndon HS registrar, Beth Reardon at [email protected].

 

 

Resources Virtual Mental Wellness Consultations

This summer, the FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from Monday, June 24, through Friday, August 2. Any FCPS parent or secondary student can schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or social worker by phone or videoconference. 

Parents of students in any grade level can request a consultation to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social, emotional, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.

Middle or high school students can request a consultation to receive guidance and support for concerns related to anxiety, mood, behavior, peer or family interactions, or school transitions and changes. Strategies and tools can also be provided to address academic challenges such as organization and time management.

We encourage all families to take advantage of this service. Request a consultation or call and leave a message at 703-503-2520.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE, and they must provide consent for their student to access therapy services. 

Students can then be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Student Insurance

During the school day, a student may have an accident that results in injury. There is a common misconception that FCPS (Fairfax County Public Schools) is financially responsible for medical bills resulting from such injuries. However, this is not the case.

Students who participate in sports are required to have health insurance. FCPS does not provide medical insurance for students, but parents can purchase low-cost Voluntary Student Insurance through K & K Insurance Group.

This student accident insurance program offers an affordable way for parents to cover medical or dental expenses resulting from their child's accident. For those who already have medical or dental insurance, this additional coverage can help with deductibles, limitations, and exclusions. For those without medical insurance, these accident policies provide primary coverage.

Please read the information on K&K Student Accident Insurance to determine if this coverage would be beneficial for your child.

Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

700 Bennett Street, Herndon, VA 20170  | Main Office: 703-810-2200
Attendance: 703-810-2282 | Web | Twitter

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In This Issue:

• Calendar
• Events
• Information
• Resources

Calendar

August 13: Hornet Fest, 4:30 pm, HHS Main Street

August 13: Freshmen & New Student Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Cafeteria

August 15: Freshmen & New Student Orientation, 9:00 - 11:00 am

August 19: First Day of School

August 30 - September 2: Holidays | Labor Day Break

September 04: Back to School Night 

FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25

 

 

Events Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering the 12th grade this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine to the Beverly Barr, Herndon’s Student Information Assistant (SIA), as soon as possible.

Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

NOVA Early Online College Fall 2024 Semester Registration

NOVA Early Online College (EOC) allows rising high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to two tuition-free college courses. EOC courses for the fall semester take place Monday, September 23, through Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Students should register by Friday, July 26, at 5 p.m.

Courses are asynchronous, online, and for college credit only. Thirteen courses are offered along with courses that fulfill the IT Technical Support Career Studies Certificate. EOC courses meet the requirements for most of NOVA’s associate degrees as well as being highly transferable as general education requirements for most colleges and universities.

PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Herndon High School will offer the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) and SAT School Day for 10th through 12th grade students at no cost to families. All tests will be administered in a digital format. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than for paper/pencil tests.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and English Learners

Because these exams are operated by the College Board, students do not automatically receive testing accommodations or supports.

• If you have a student with disabilities who requires new or revised College Board testing accommodations entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade next school year, please review the accommodations request process (https://www.fcps.edu/accommodations-process-college-board-testing) and return forms to by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Students with 504 accommodations, please send all forms to Matt Dell’Orso at [email protected].
• Students with IEP accommodations, please send all forms to Drew Murphy at [email protected].
• If you have a multilingual student entering 12th grade next school year who requires support with October 2024 SAT School Day testing, please review the EL Support request process (https://www.fcps.edu/el-support-process-college-board-testing) and return the forms by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Karl Gussow, Assessment Coach at [email protected].

For further information, you can review the following links on testing:

• SAT
• PSAT 

Parent Coffee 

We hope you are enjoying the summer. As we continue to diligently prepare for the start of the 2024-2025 school year, you may recall that our June 11, 2024 Parent Coffee was postponed after FCPS communicated updated grading policies and procedures for the 2024-25 school year. Our Herndon High School administrative team and key school leaders have been closely reviewing these updated guidelines and procedures and have met with central office staff to ensure fidelity of implementation at Herndon High School. Our department chairs and subject-area leaders will be reporting to a school kickoff meeting on August 5th to review these changes and address any unanswered questions before staff return from summer break.

To ensure all questions can be answered related to these changes by knowledgeable staff, the date for the new Parent Coffee will be Thursday, August 8, 2024. We will hold a meeting at 8:30am and another at 6:30pm. Interpreters will be available as well.

Student Parking Information for 2024-25

This year parking process will be as followed:

Students will use the attached link to register for parking. Registration is open from Monday, June 17th, to Friday, August 9th, 2024.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0Wm2RN5Egislpawpf3yRmWInja1DmYgN1t39IWMPLjpX6ow/viewform?usp=sf_link

Students will be able to pay for parking online using MySchoolBucks starting Monday, July 29th, 2024. Parking passes will cost $200.00. Students can also pay by check, cashier’s check or money order on the day you are assigned to pick up your parking pass.

The cost for students who qualify for FREE Lunch will be $20.00. The cost for students who qualify for REDUCE Lunch will be $100.00. If you are paying the free or reduce price, you must bring documentation attached to your application showing that you qualify for free or reduce lunch. All payments for free or reduce lunch should be made by check, cashier’s check, or money order and should be made out to Herndon HS (No Cash will be accepted).

Students will need to print out, complete, bring in the hard copy of the parking application along with an attached copy of their driver’s license. Please make sure that include if you will be driving to an Academy Class or any off campus waiver. Students will have assigned a parking space.

Applications are available on the Herndon HS website: https://herndonhs.fcps.edu/resources/parking-regulations 

Here are the date & times students can pick up parking passes:

• Seniors – Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Juniors – Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Seniors & Juniors - Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 from 10am – 12pm 

Students can contact Mr. Brown (Safety & Security Specialist) at [email protected] , if they have any questions.

INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs

Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5+ with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church

Appointments are required. No walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.

Senior Portraits for the Class of 2025 

Hello Senior Families, 

Our final session of senior pictures is scheduled for November 6th, 7th & 8th. These will be taken at Herndon High School. Sign ups will be posted closer to the date.

If any seniors/parents would like to take care of it before then, there is an option to go to the photographer's office in Chantilly to be photographed. You should contact Ironlight Studio. The details for booking at Ironlight are on the web link shared with the seniors: https://www.vosphoto.com/herndon

 

 

Information Summer Office Hours

Herndon High School's summer office hours are 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Please plan accordingly. As a reminder, appointments are always recommended to be sure we have someone in the building who can best assist you with your request. Beginning the week of August 5 we will be available 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. We will resume our regular office hours of 7:30 a m - 3:50 pm on Monday, August 12, 2024.  

Course Selections for 2024-2025

School counselors are currently on their summer break and will return to work on August 6, 2024. Course selections will be locked throughout this time as we continue to build our master schedule for this school year. If students would like to request a course selection change they may do so starting August 6 by emailing their school counselor. Please note that changes will only be made based on space availability and course offerings. 

Herndon Summer Tech Support

The best way for students and parents to reach the tech office over the summer is through our IT Support Portal that is designated for students and parents. The portal will submit a ticket to the Herndon IT team, and we can reach out to you directly to help troubleshoot. The FCPS Technology Support page has troubleshooting tips and help guides for our FCPS digital tools.

• Student Support Request (link)
• Parent Support Request (link)

Important Reminders

• No FCPS student laptops should not be taken out of the United States.
• Please remember that the Chromebooks are fragile. Please do not carry the laptop by the screen. Here are some helpful tips when caring for your device this summer.
• Lost chargers can be purchased in the main office for $23.

From the Library 

Summer is a great time to incorporate reading into the less hectic days.

• Students can access ebooks and e-audiobooks all summer long by logging into their MackinVIA accounts. Consider listening to an e-audiobook if your family is traveling this summer!
• Between June 12 and August 18, Fairfax County Public Library is offering their summer reading program. Registration opens June 5. To find out about Herndon Fortnightly’s programs for teens, visit their calendar here.

Are you looking for particular title recommendations? Check out these book lists for all ages:

• Book lists for Birth to Grade 8 from the Association for Library Service to Children.
• New York Public Library’s list of some of their favorite summer reading Young Adult titles.
• Washington Post’s suggestions for 28 Books to Read this Summer 

If you come across any overdue FCPS library books this summer, you may drop them by Herndon High School during the office’s summer hours, or your student can return them during the first week of school in August.

Moving Over the Summer?

If your student will not be returning to Herndon HS for the 2023-2024 school year, please complete the Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form.  You can email the completed and signed form to the Herndon HS registrar, Beth Reardon at [email protected].

 

 

Resources Virtual Mental Wellness Consultations

This summer, the FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from Monday, June 24, through Friday, August 2. Any FCPS parent or secondary student can schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or social worker by phone or videoconference. 

Parents of students in any grade level can request a consultation to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social, emotional, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.

Middle or high school students can request a consultation to receive guidance and support for concerns related to anxiety, mood, behavior, peer or family interactions, or school transitions and changes. Strategies and tools can also be provided to address academic challenges such as organization and time management.

We encourage all families to take advantage of this service. Request a consultation or call and leave a message at 703-503-2520.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE, and they must provide consent for their student to access therapy services. 

Students can then be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Student Insurance

During the school day, a student may have an accident that results in injury. There is a common misconception that FCPS (Fairfax County Public Schools) is financially responsible for medical bills resulting from such injuries. However, this is not the case.

Students who participate in sports are required to have health insurance. FCPS does not provide medical insurance for students, but parents can purchase low-cost Voluntary Student Insurance through K & K Insurance Group.

This student accident insurance program offers an affordable way for parents to cover medical or dental expenses resulting from their child's accident. For those who already have medical or dental insurance, this additional coverage can help with deductibles, limitations, and exclusions. For those without medical insurance, these accident policies provide primary coverage.

Please read the information on K&K Student Accident Insurance found here, to determine if this coverage would be beneficial for your child.

Quick Links

• FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
• Attendance Procedures and Policies
• FCPS Cares - Share and submit your story about a Herndon HS staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child this year. 
• FCPS Parent Resource Center
• FCPS Safety Tipline
• Herndon HS Athletics
• Herndon HS PTSA
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
• Parent and Student IT Support Portal
• Parent Information Phone Lines (Available in 8 languages)
• School Lunch/Menu Information
• Student Technology Support

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  Boys Volleyball Coach Meet and Greet

Hello Hornets!

We are very excited to announce our new Head Boys Volleyball Coach: John Beier.  Coach Beier has 30+ years experience as a player, 20+ years as a referee and currently coaches with Reston Hoops Volleyball.  We will have a meet & greet Tuesday July 16th at 3:30 pm in the cafeteria at Herndon HS.  If you are unable to attend, please email coach.

Also, as a reminder: tryouts will begin on Monday August 5th.  The required paperwork for anyone wishing to tryout can be found here: https://herndonhornetsathletics.com/required-athlete-participation-forms/.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email Coach Beier, cc’d or Ms. Barcus.

Summer Office Hours

Herndon High School's summer office hours are 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Please plan accordingly. As a reminder, appointments are always recommended to be sure we have someone in the building who can best assist you with your request. Beginning the week of August 5 we will be available 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. We will resume our regular office hours of 7:30 a m - 3:50 pm on Monday, August 12, 2024.  

12th Grade Immunization Requirement Notice

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

• To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to the Beverly Barr, Herndon’s Student Information Assistant (SIA), at [email protected] as soon as possible:

1. An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY).
2. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
3. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
4. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

Immunizations are available from your child’s healthcare provider, the Fairfax County Health Department, or other community resources. Use the QR Codes below to identify resources:

• Fairfax County Health Department https://bit.ly/FairfaxCountyHealthDepartment
• Low Cost Healthcare Resources https://bit.ly/LowCostHealthcareResources
• Health and Community Resources https://bit.ly/HealthAndCommunityResources

INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs

Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5+ with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Saturday, July 20, at ICC for Children - Herndon
• Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church

Appointments are required. No walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.

NOVA Early Online College Fall 2024 Semester Registration

NOVA Early Online College (EOC) allows rising high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to two tuition-free college courses. EOC courses for the fall semester take place Monday, September 23, through Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Students should register by Friday, July 26, at 5 p.m.

Courses are asynchronous, online, and for college credit only. Thirteen courses are offered along with courses that fulfill the IT Technical Support Career Studies Certificate. EOC courses meet the requirements for most of NOVA’s associate degrees as well as being highly transferable as general education requirements for most colleges and universities.

PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Herndon High School will offer the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) and SAT School Day for 10th through 12th grade students at no cost to families. All tests will be administered in a digital format. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than for paper/pencil tests.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and English Learners

Because these exams are operated by the College Board, students do not automatically receive testing accommodations or supports.

• If you have a student with disabilities who requires new or revised College Board testing accommodations entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade next school year, please review the accommodations request process (https://www.fcps.edu/accommodations-process-college-board-testing) and return forms to by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Students with 504 accommodations, please send all forms to Matt Dell’Orso at [email protected].
• Students with IEP accommodations, please send all forms to Drew Murphy at [email protected].
• If you have a multilingual student entering 12th grade next school year who requires support with October 2024 SAT School Day testing, please review the EL Support request process (https://www.fcps.edu/el-support-process-college-board-testing) and return the forms by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Karl Gussow, Assessment Coach at [email protected].

For further information, you can review the following links on testing:

• SAT
• PSAT 

Student Parking Information for 2024-25

This year parking process will be as followed:

Students will use the attached link to register for parking. Registration is open from Monday, June 17th, to Friday, August 9th, 2024.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0Wm2RN5Egislpawpf3yRmWInja1DmYgN1t39IWMPLjpX6ow/viewform?usp=sf_link

Students will be able to pay for parking online using MySchoolBucks starting Monday, July 29th, 2024. Parking passes will cost $200.00. Students can also pay by check, cashier’s check or money order on the day you are assigned to pick up your parking pass.

The cost for students who qualify for FREE Lunch will be $20.00. The cost for students who qualify for REDUCE Lunch will be $100.00. If you are paying the free or reduce price, you must bring documentation attached to your application showing that you qualify for free or reduce lunch. All payments for free or reduce lunch should be made by check, cashier’s check, or money order and should be made out to Herndon HS (No Cash will be accepted).

Students will need to print out, complete, bring in the hard copy of the parking application along with an attached copy of their driver’s license. Please make sure that include if you will be driving to an Academy Class or any off campus waiver. Students will have assigned a parking space.

Applications are available on the Herndon HS website: https://herndonhs.fcps.edu/resources/parking-regulations 

Here are the date & times students can pick up parking passes:

• Seniors – Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Juniors – Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Seniors & Juniors - Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 from 10am – 12pm 

Students can contact Mr. Brown (Safety & Security Specialist) at [email protected] , if they have any questions.

Moving Over the Summer?

If your student will not be returning to Herndon HS for the 2023-2024 school year, please complete the Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form.  You can email the completed and signed form to the Herndon HS registrar, Beth Reardon at [email protected].

From the Library 

Summer is a great time to incorporate reading into the less hectic days.

• Students can access ebooks and e-audiobooks all summer long by logging into their MackinVIA accounts. Consider listening to an e-audiobook if your family is traveling this summer!
• Between June 12 and August 18, Fairfax County Public Library is offering their summer reading program. Registration opens June 5. To find out about Herndon Fortnightly’s programs for teens, visit their calendar here.

Are you looking for particular title recommendations? Check out these book lists for all ages:

• Book lists for Birth to Grade 8 from the Association for Library Service to Children.
• New York Public Library’s list of some of their favorite summer reading Young Adult titles.
• Washington Post’s suggestions for 28 Books to Read this Summer 

If you come across any overdue FCPS library books this summer, you may drop them by Herndon High School during the office’s summer hours, or your student can return them during the first week of school in August.

Herndon Summer Tech Support

The best way for students and parents to reach the tech office over the summer is through our IT Support Portal that is designated for students and parents. The portal will submit a ticket to the Herndon IT team, and we can reach out to you directly to help troubleshoot. The FCPS Technology Support page has troubleshooting tips and help guides for our FCPS digital tools.

• Student Support Request (link)
• Parent Support Request (link)

Important Reminders

• No FCPS student laptops should not be taken out of the United States.
• Please remember that the Chromebooks are fragile. Please do not carry the laptop by the screen. Here are some helpful tips when caring for your device this summer.
• Lost chargers can be purchased in the main office for $23.

Virtual Mental Wellness Consultations

This summer, the FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from Monday, June 24, through Friday, August 2. Any FCPS parent or secondary student can schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or social worker by phone or videoconference. 

Parents of students in any grade level can request a consultation to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social, emotional, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.

Middle or high school students can request a consultation to receive guidance and support for concerns related to anxiety, mood, behavior, peer or family interactions, or school transitions and changes. Strategies and tools can also be provided to address academic challenges such as organization and time management.

We encourage all families to take advantage of this service. Request a consultation or call and leave a message at 703-503-2520.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE, and they must provide consent for their student to access therapy services. 

Students can then be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

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Attendance: 703-810-2282 | Web | Twitter

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Boys Volleyball Update  

Hello Hornets!

We are very excited to announce our new Head Boys Volleyball Coach: John Beier.  Coach Beier has 30+ years experience as a player, 20+ years as a referee and currently coaches with Reston Hoops Volleyball.  We will have a meet & greet Tuesday July 16th at 3:30 in the cafeteria at Herndon HS.  If you are unable to attend, please email coach.

Also, as a reminder: tryouts will begin on Monday August 5th.  The required paperwork for anyone wishing to tryout can be found here: https://herndonhornetsathletics.com/required-athlete-participation-forms/.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email Coach Beier, cc’d or Ms. Barcus.

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Attendance: 703-810-2282 | Web | Twitter

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Message from the Principal

Dear Herndon Families,

We hope you are enjoying the summer. As we continue to diligently prepare for the start of the 2024-2025 school year, you may recall that our June 11, 2024 Parent Coffee was postponed after FCPS communicated updated grading policies and procedures for the 2024-25 school year. Our Herndon High School administrative team and key school leaders have been closely reviewing these updated guidelines and procedures and have met with central office staff to ensure fidelity of implementation at Herndon High School. Our department chairs and subject-area leaders will be reporting to a school kickoff meeting on August 5th to review these changes and address any unanswered questions before staff return from summer break.

To ensure all questions can be answered related to these changes by knowledgeable staff, the date for the new Parent Coffee will be Thursday, August 8, 2024. We will hold a meeting at 8:30am and another at 6:30pm. Interpreters will be available as well.

 

Liz Noto, Ed.D.

Principal

Herndon High School

https://herndonhs.fcps.edu

All Hornets are capable of success. No exceptions!

Summer Office Hours

Herndon High School's summer office hours are 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Please plan accordingly.

Support Still Available for Seniors Applying for College Financial Aid

Parents and students from the Class of 2024 — do you need help completing or correcting your FAFSA or VASA? College Access Fairfax will be holding free clinics throughout the summer at various locations in the county. Clinics are currently scheduled on:

• Wednesday, July 10, 6-8 p.m. at Mason District Government Center.

Both the student and a parent/guardian must attend the clinic. Applicants should bring a laptop to the events that are not at FCPS sites. Spanish Translation will be available.

For more information, to register for a clinic, or to request a one-on-one appointment, please visit www.collegeaccessfairfax.org. These services are free of charge. 

12th Grade Immunization Requirement Notice

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

• To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to the Beverly Barr, Herndon’s Student Information Assistant (SIA), at [email protected] as soon as possible:

1. An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY).
2. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
3. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
4. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

Immunizations are available from your child’s healthcare provider, the Fairfax County Health Department, or other community resources. Use the QR Codes below to identify resources:

• Fairfax County Health Department https://bit.ly/FairfaxCountyHealthDepartment
• Low Cost Healthcare Resources https://bit.ly/LowCostHealthcareResources
• Health and Community Resources https://bit.ly/HealthAndCommunityResources

Class of 2025 Senior Portraits

Dear Parents/Guardians and the Senior Class of 2025:

We at Victor O’Neill Studios, your school’s official photographer, are excited to see you on the following date(s) for your senior portraits at your school:

• Session B: Thursday August 1, 2024                                                  

Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us! In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.  

Please follow the link below to choose your session type and appointment time: www.vosphoto.com/herndon

As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.

If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “Herndon Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.

Thank you!

Your Senior Portraits Team

INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs

Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5+ with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Saturday, July 20, at ICC for Children - Herndon
• Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church

Appointments are required. No walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.

NOVA Early Online College Fall 2024 Semester Registration

NOVA Early Online College (EOC) allows rising high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to two tuition-free college courses. EOC courses for the fall semester take place Monday, September 23, through Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Students should register by Friday, July 26, at 5 p.m.

Courses are asynchronous, online, and for college credit only. Thirteen courses are offered along with courses that fulfill the IT Technical Support Career Studies Certificate. EOC courses meet the requirements for most of NOVA’s associate degrees as well as being highly transferable as general education requirements for most colleges and universities.

PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Herndon High School will offer the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) and SAT School Day for 10th through 12th grade students at no cost to families. All tests will be administered in a digital format. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than for paper/pencil tests.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and English Learners

Because these exams are operated by the College Board, students do not automatically receive testing accommodations or supports.

• If you have a student with disabilities who requires new or revised College Board testing accommodations entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade next school year, please review the accommodations request process (https://www.fcps.edu/accommodations-process-college-board-testing) and return forms to by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Students with 504 accommodations, please send all forms to Matt Dell’Orso at [email protected].
• Students with IEP accommodations, please send all forms to Drew Murphy at [email protected].
• If you have a multilingual student entering 12th grade next school year who requires support with October 2024 SAT School Day testing, please review the EL Support request process (https://www.fcps.edu/el-support-process-college-board-testing) and return the forms by Monday, August 5, 2024 to the following:
• Karl Gussow, Assessment Coach at [email protected].

For further information, you can review the following links on testing:

• SAT
• PSAT 

Student Parking Information for 2024-25

This year parking process will be as followed:

Students will use the attached link to register for parking. Registration is open from Monday, June 17th, to Friday, August 9th, 2024.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0Wm2RN5Egislpawpf3yRmWInja1DmYgN1t39IWMPLjpX6ow/viewform?usp=sf_link

Students will be able to pay for parking online using MySchoolBucks starting Monday, July 29th, 2024. Parking passes will cost $200.00. Students can also pay by check, cashier’s check or money order on the day you are assigned to pick up your parking pass.

The cost for students who qualify for FREE Lunch will be $20.00. The cost for students who qualify for REDUCE Lunch will be $100.00. If you are paying the free or reduce price, you must bring documentation attached to your application showing that you qualify for free or reduce lunch. All payments for free or reduce lunch should be made by check, cashier’s check, or money order and should be made out to Herndon HS (No Cash will be accepted).

Students will need to print out, complete, bring in the hard copy of the parking application along with an attached copy of their driver’s license. Please make sure that include if you will be driving to an Academy Class or any off campus waiver. Students will have assigned a parking space.

Applications are available on the Herndon HS website: https://herndonhs.fcps.edu/resources/parking-regulations 

Here are the date & times students can pick up parking passes:

• Seniors – Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Juniors – Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 from 1pm – 3pm
• Seniors & Juniors - Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 from 10am – 12pm 

Students can contact Mr. Brown (Safety & Security Specialist) at [email protected] , if they have any questions.

Moving Over the Summer?

If your student will not be returning to Herndon HS for the 2023-2024 school year, please complete the Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form.  You can email the completed and signed form to the Herndon HS registrar, Beth Reardon at [email protected].

From the Library 

Summer is a great time to incorporate reading into the less hectic days.

• Students can access ebooks and e-audiobooks all summer long by logging into their MackinVIA accounts. Consider listening to an e-audiobook if your family is traveling this summer!
• Between June 12 and August 18, Fairfax County Public Library is offering their summer reading program. Registration opens June 5. To find out about Herndon Fortnightly’s programs for teens, visit their calendar here.

Are you looking for particular title recommendations? Check out these book lists for all ages:

• Book lists for Birth to Grade 8 from the Association for Library Service to Children.
• New York Public Library’s list of some of their favorite summer reading Young Adult titles.
• Washington Post’s suggestions for 28 Books to Read this Summer 

If you come across any overdue FCPS library books this summer, you may drop them by Herndon High School during the office’s summer hours, or your student can return them during the first week of school in August.

Herndon Summer Tech Support

The best way for students and parents to reach the tech office over the summer is through our IT Support Portal that is designated for students and parents. The portal will submit a ticket to the Herndon IT team, and we can reach out to you directly to help troubleshoot. The FCPS Technology Support page has troubleshooting tips and help guides for our FCPS digital tools.

• Student Support Request (link)
• Parent Support Request (link)

Important Reminders

• No FCPS student laptops should not be taken out of the United States.
• Please remember that the Chromebooks are fragile. Please do not carry the laptop by the screen. Here are some helpful tips when caring for your device this summer.
• Lost chargers can be purchased in the main office for $23.

Virtual Mental Wellness Consultations

This summer, the FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from Monday, June 24, through Friday, August 2. Any FCPS parent or secondary student can schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or social worker by phone or videoconference. 

Parents of students in any grade level can request a consultation to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social, emotional, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.

Middle or high school students can request a consultation to receive guidance and support for concerns related to anxiety, mood, behavior, peer or family interactions, or school transitions and changes. Strategies and tools can also be provided to address academic challenges such as organization and time management.

We encourage all families to take advantage of this service. Request a consultation or call and leave a message at 703-503-2520.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE, and they must provide consent for their student to access therapy services. 

Students can then be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

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