Upcoming Events
September 24: PTA Spirit Night at Chipotle, Herndon
September 26: General PTA Meeting, 6:30 pm, Cafeteria
October 2: Walk/Bike to School Day
October 18: Fall Picture Day
October 19: HHS Homecoming Parade
October 25: PTA Spooky Bingo, 6:30 pm, gym
October 29: HES Field Day
 The Herndon ES mascot is the Bee. All of the students in Ms. McDonald’s art classes contributed a hexagon to the rainbow bee hive during their first art classes. The 5th & 6th grade “Art stars” constructed and hung the collaborative project in the hall.
PTA News...
First Spirit Night of the School Year
Next Tuesday, September 24, stop by the Chipotle at 1144 Elden Street in Herndon from 5-9 pm and pig out for the PTA. A portion of the in-store purchases will be donated to us. These fundraisers make it possible to continue providing your children PTA clubs, fun activities, and memorable events like Spooky Bingo! Make sure to show the fundraiser flyer (from the upcoming Thursday folder or on your phone) or tell the cashier at checkout that you are there for a fundraiser before you pay!
There's Always Room in the Hive
If you haven't already done it, be sure to become a member of the PTA for the 2019-2020 school year. Memberships must be renewed each year. Membership is only $10 for an individual and $15 for families. It's simple and easy to do online at https://herndonespta.com/membership/
NEW DESIGN! Spiritwear Available Online!
You can order your NEW 2019 HES Spiritwear online at https://herndon19.itemorder.com/
We have a NEW design this year. These items are only available for a limited time so DON’T WAIT, ORDER NOW! All orders (online or via flyer) must be placed before Friday, October 4! No late orders can be accepted.
Please be aware that these are pre-orders and that merchandise will not be delivered until the end of October. Any questions? Contact Spirit Wear Coordinator Rose Dela Cruz.
PTA Meeting and Q&A with Principal Fennessy
Mark your calendar for the first General PTA Meeting of the year on Thursday, September 26 at 6:30pm. Our guest speaker is Jackie Kwon, an Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), who will discuss AAP's continuum of service. Principal Teresa Fennessy will also be there to discuss what's new at HES and answer your questions! We will be voting on the proposed budget for 2019-2020. Everyone is welcome to attend, but only PTA members can vote.
PTA-Organized Clubs for Fall
PTA-organized clubs will be starting at the end of the month! In order for a club to be offered, it must have a PTA member volunteer willing to coordinate and receive PTA Board approval. If there is a club that you want to see for your child, please consider volunteering to make it happen!
See Thursday folders for information about registering. The clubs the PTA will offer this Fall include: Chess Bee Academy Kids Yoga Team Character Basketball Young Rembrandts
Have an idea for a club? Awesome! Contact Alysia at herndonptaclubs@gmail.com to get started.
New Way to Collect Box Tops
Box Tops is transitioning to a digital app, but there are still some "clip-able" Box Tops in circulation. Please continue to send them in with your student! And download the app where earning money for the school is as easy as taking a photo of your receipt! Let us know if you have any questions! Our Box Tops Coordinator Jilian Breeden is ready to help! She will speak at the PTA Meeting on September 26 as well to give you an update and answer your questions.
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 Meet the HES PE Team! From left to right: Courtney Trowbridge (adapted PE), Eric Johnson (PE), Kristin Pualoa (PE)
LINK Holiday Program Registration
Holiday Program Registration – clients can attend either date at either church location
- Friday, Oct. 4th – Registration open 5 – 7 pm
- Location #1 – Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church (46833 Harry Byrd Hwy., Sterling, VA 20164)
- Location #2 - Trinity Presbyterian (651 Dranesville Rd., Herndon, VA 20170)
- Saturday, Oct. 5th – Registration open 10 am – 12 pm
- Location #1 – Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church (46833 Harry Byrd Hwy., Sterling, VA 20164)
- Location #2 - Trinity Presbyterian (651 Dranesville Rd., Herndon, VA 20170)
Clients should bring a Photo ID, verification of children (report card, immunization records, etc.), verification of address and live in Herndon, Sterling or Ashburn.
 Meet the HES AART, Library, Tech, and STEAM Team! From top left to right: Jackie Kwon (AART), Carmen Arrieta (library), Cheryl Day (Tech)
From bottom left to right: Sarah Richardson (librarian), Mike McHenry (STEAM)
 We're Listening... if you could change one thing about Fairfax County, what would it be? Better transit? More affordable housing? A stronger sense of place? Come to one of six community meetings to make your voice heard.
- Monday, Sept. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke
- Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Justice High School in Falls Church
- Wednesday, Sept. 18, 7-9 p.m., at Chantilly High School in Chantilly
- Thursday, Sept. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at South Lakes High School in Reston
- Monday, Sept. 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Gum Springs Community Center in Alexandria
- Wednesday, Sept. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Marshall High School in Tysons/Falls Church
Register: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/strategicplan/https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/strategicplan/
NEED ASSISTANCE IN ORDER TO ATTEND?
Arrangements for child care, transportation assistance, interpretation services and reasonable ADA accommodations can be made by calling Angela Jones at 703-324-5302, TTY 711, or by emailing Angela.Jones@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Whether you are new to Fairfax County, have lived here all your life or are somewhere in between, we’re interested in your vision for the future of the county and your community. Your input will be critical in helping us identify key priorities and how we will know if we are succeeding at achieving them.
 Meet the HES Music Team! From left to right: Cara Chaapel (music), James Covington (music), and Patti Adams (band).
Not shown: Jennifer Blend (music) and Chelsea Schwoyer (strings)
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