Week of August 20

Upcoming Events

Aug 20, 25, 27 - Laptop Distribution, Details below 

Aug 26, 28, Sep 01 - Textbook Collection (Alpha by grade, Details to follow

Aug 26 - Reunión de Padres, 6:30pm

Aug 27 - Parent Coffee, 6:30pm, Virtual

Aug 31 - Virtual Orientation, School Wide

Sep 01-07 - We are Herndon 5K/20K Virtual Race

Sep 01 - Freshmen & New Student Parent Night, 6:30 pm, Virtual

Sep 02 - Student schedules available in StudentVue and ParentVue

 

Information and Updates

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Laptop Distribution Information

We will be distributing laptops to all students new to Herndon High school! The distribution will occur on 8/20, 8/25 and 8/27.  Strict social distancing will be observed during this time, and students/parents are required to wear masks.  If a student or family plans to travel to school on foot, please approach the parking lot parallel to Dranesville Road and follow staff directions. 

We ask all students/parents to bring the following information written on a piece of paper/index card/post it: Student’s full name, student ID and grade level.  This will help minimize interaction and ensure a quick and smooth laptop distribution process.

Each student is assigned a time slot based on last name, see below for your student’s time slot.

Laptop distribution will be held on the parking lot parallel to Dranesville Road. If you have any questions, please call 703-810-2200

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Additional information available here.


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Virtual Orientation

Herndon HS will host a virtual orientation on August 31, 2020 at 11am. The goal of this 30-minute virtual orientation is to ensure that students learn how to access their virtual classes, understand the bell schedule, and receive tips to help them have a successful year. Your student will receive an email from a teacher on August 27th. If your child has not received this email by the end of the day on August 27th, please connect with your child’s counselor to ensure that they get the information that is needed for the virtual orientation.  In addition, here is some information for parents on technology tips for student success. https://www.fcps.edu/academics/distance-learning/instruction/learning-at-home

Thank you for your support.


Herndon High School 2020-21 Bell Schedule

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A printable version of the schedule is available here.


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Herndon Neighborhood Ambassadors

ARE YOU A NEIGHBORHOOD LEADER?

BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!

As a Neighborhood Ambassador, you will work together with other community leaders to support children and youth to succeed while receiving individual leadership training and coaching to help you grow professionally and personally. 

WHAT IS OPPORTUNITY NEIGHBORHOOD? Opportunity Neighborhood (ON) is a Fairfax County initiative that brings residents, community-based organizations, FCPS, Fairfax County, and other supporters together to build a community with accessible resources and services that children, youth and their families need to be successful and thrive.

WHAT IS A NEIGHBORHOOD AMBASSADOR? Neighborhood Ambassadors are residents that represent their community and act as a bridge between other neighborhood residents and their local school, government, faith groups, nonprofits, businesses, and other partners.

WE ARE SPECIFICALLY ENCOURAGING RESIDENTS FROM THESE HERNDON NEIGHBORHOODS TO APPLY: Four Seasons, Reflection Lake, Berkdale Apartments, Jefferson Mews, Parkridge Gardens Apartments, Cavalier Park, International Apartments & Park Avenue Apartments

INTERESTED? If this interests you, please complete an application  HERE and email it to: jessica.foster@cornerstonesva.org or send by mail to: Jessica Foster - Community Organizer ON Herndon  11150 Sunset Hills Road, Suite 210  Reston, VA 20190

MORE INFORMATION? Available on the following flyer.

¿MÁS INFORMACIÓN? Disponible en el siguiente volante.


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From the Library:

  • Great books are as close as your phone or other device! All students have access to a wide variety of ebooks and e-audiobooks through your individual Destiny accounts. Use your regular school credentials to log on here, or download the MackinVIA app. Rising 9th graders’ Destiny accounts will link to Herndon High School’s library instead your prior middle school by the end of June.  The home page of Destiny includes suggestions for summer reading for English classes, and some great books and resources that can support students interested in antiracism.

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We are Herndon 5K/20K Virtual Race

Herndon UMC, in partnership Herndon HS, has put together a virtual 5K (walk/run) or 20K (bike) race to build community and raise funds to support Herndon pyramid school kids being able to go back to school ready to learn.  Funds raised will go to provide food to area families in need and provide supplies identified as needed by area schools.  The race will take place in the first week of September. More information is available at herndonumc.org/we-are-herndon/.


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Mental Wellness Consultation 2020

The FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will continue to offer mental wellness consultations throughout the summer. If you have concerns about your child’s well-being or if your child would like to speak with a school psychologist or school social worker, please request a consultation.  Our FCPS mental health providers are available to help families get needed support through a 45-minute phone consultation or through secure video conferencing. Appointments are open to all FCPS families. 

Consultations are offered in two ways:

  • Directly to parents of students in any grade level. This consultation provides an opportunity for parents to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social-emotional, behavioral, or academic functioning. Information about community resources will also be made available.
  • Directly to students in middle or high school. This consultation provides support and strategies to students who may be experiencing difficulties with anxiety, mood, behavior, or peer or family interactions; as well as academic challenges such as organization, time-management, or adjusting to a new school.

We encourage parents to take advantage of this service. Click here to request a consultation. You may also leave us a message at 571-423-4276.

FCPS Resources

FCPS website for Mental Health Resources and information for emergency mental health services:

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FCPS Food Resources

USDA and VDOE have approved meal service at all existing food distribution sites (including bus routes) over the summer months. Food and Nutrition Services will continue to monitor data and community feedback to adjust grab and go delivery points as needed.  Meal distribution locations and times is kept updated on this web page.

 

 

Stay Connected

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Herndon High School - @HerndonHS

HHS Athletics - @herndonsports

HHS Library - @HHSLibrary

HHS Student Services - @CounselorBuzz

HHS Writing Center - @HWCHerndon

HHS Yearbook - @HerndonYBK

Herndon High School Website