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Mark Your Calendars!
Aug 08 - Fall Sports Parent/Coach Night, 6:30 pm, Cafeteria
Aug 16 - Hornet-Fest, 4:30-6:30 pm
Aug 16 - Freshman and New Student Parent Night, 6:30 pm
Aug 18 - Freshman and New Student Orientation, 9:00 am
Aug 22 - First Day of School, 8:10 am
Aug 31 - Back to School Night, 6:30 pm
Summer Office Hours
Herndon High School's office hours will be 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. We have very few staff members working throughout the summer, so we encourage anyone coming in to call in advance or email the appropriate school personnel to set up a meeting.
HHS PTSA Membership
The HHS PTSA is launching the 2022-23 PTSA Membership drive.
The PTSA puts on programs and events, invests in our teachers and staff, and enhances each family's experience at HHS.
Individual student/parent membership is $10
Teacher/Staff Membership is $5.
Join Today! https://herndonhighschool.memberhub.com/store
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Fall Sports Parent/Coach Night
Fall Sports Parent/Coach Night is August 8th at 6:30 pm in the cafeteria.
Come meet the DSA, Athletic Trainers, Booster Club Board and your students coach and learn more about the athletics programs at Herndon High School.
Hornet-Fest!
We are buzzing with excitement for our second annual “HORNET-FEST!” Please join us on August 16th at 4:30p.m. to learn ways that you and your student can get involved at Herndon High School! There will be representatives from sports teams, clubs, and activities for you to talk to. This will take place before New Student Orientation, which starts at 6:30pm. Hope to see you there!
Support Herndon Athletes! Join HHS Sports Boosters!
The Herndon High School Sports Boosters is here to support our student athletes. Athletic programs at all Fairfax County Public Schools are funded by gate receipts and sports booster clubs. The county covers coaches, officials, and transportation to games. We are here to cover the rest: uniforms, balls, goals, safety equipment, weight room equipment, scoreboards, sound systems, gear, awards, and multiple college scholarships.
There are multiple Membership levels to choose from. Benefits of Sports Booster Memberships include:
- For all regular season home games, your membership covers your ticket fee.
- Receive Booster Bucks for shopping in our online spirit wear store.
Join today! https://www.memberplanet.com/herndonsportsboosters
Thank you for your support! Go Hornets!
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Class of Facebook Groups
HHS parents and students please be sure to join your Class of Facebook groups. It will be one of your first stops to get information and answer questions about HHS and more. Make sure to answer all of the vetting questions and agree to the group rules in order for your request to be reviewed. Thank you!
Summer Meal Service
Summer meal kits will be offered on Tuesdays at several locations through August 9. Meal kits contain seven days of breakfast and lunch items packed in bulk. All meals are available at no-cost to FCPS students and children 18 years of age and under. Pick up locations and times have recently been updated. Visit our Meals for Students website for more details.
Plan to Submit Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications This Summer
Families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced-price meals for the 2022-23 school year.
Interested families are encouraged to submit the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application ten days prior to the first day of the 2022-23 school year. The online application will be available later this summer and accessible via the FCPS homepage.
Students approved for Free and Reduced-Price Meals may qualify for additional benefits such as waived or reduced fees for instruments, uniforms, field trips, FCPS class fees, and Parktakes classes. Schools also benefit from funding opportunities based on Free and Reduced Price Meal application numbers.
Watch your email and our website for more information. Learn more about the Free and Reduced-Price Meal program online.
Senior 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).
Effective July 1, 2021 all students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school.
Seniors cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.
Please provide one of the following documents to Herndon High School as soon as possible:
- An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine.
- A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online here.
Immunizations are available from your student's healthcare provider or the Fairfax County Health Department. The Health Department clinic locations and hours are available online at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/school or by calling 703-246-2411.
Please contact Mrs. Barr at bsbarr@fcps.edu or 810.2306 if you have any questions.
Be Wise, Immunize! Required Vaccines for 2022-23 School Year
Vaccinations are required for public school entry and help keep students protected from serious diseases. Many children missed their well check-ups and their recommended childhood vaccinations over recent years because of disruptions from COVID-19. It is critical to catch up now to keep children healthy and ready for school. Check with your students’ health care providers now to make sure they are up to date on their vaccines.
Appointments are required for most vaccination clinics. Don’t wait until the last minute when you might not be able to find an appointment. Visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a schedule of clinics or schedule with your family’s health care provider.
Remember to request documentation of your child’s immunizations to provide to their school. More information on immunization requirements and the necessary documentation is available online.
Say Yes to FCPS!- FCPS Seeking Outstanding Substitutes!
Are you or somebody you know interested in working as a substitute with FCPS? FCPS is seeking individuals to serve as substitute teachers, instructional assistants, public health training assistants, and public health attendants! You will find information about the application process here. You can also attend one of our Wednesday information sessions to learn more about the application and hiring process. To sign up for an information session, please visit our substitute information page here. Please feel free to share information about this opportunity with anyone else you think may be interested.
Moving Over the summer?
If your student will not be returning to Herndon HS for the 2022-2023 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 BAReardon@fcps.edu.
Mental Wellness Consultations
This summer, the FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from June 21, 2022 through August 5, 2022. Parents and students will have an opportunity to schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or school social worker by phone or videoconference. Consultations will be offered in two ways:
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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, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.
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Directly to students in middle or high school. This consultation provides an opportunity for middle and high school students 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.
All parents and secondary students are encouraged to take advantage of this service by clicking here to request a consultation. You may also leave us a message at 703-503-2520.
Emergency Resources
- Crisis Link Regional Hotline 703-527-4077
- Crisis Text Text NEEDHELP to 85511
- Dominion Hospital Emergency 703-536-2000
- INOVA Emergency 703-289-7560
- Merrifield Center Emergency 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
- Life Threatening 911
From the Library
Summer reading is so important. Here are several ideas to keep the great stories coming.
- Students have access to hundreds of ebooks and e-audiobooks through their MackinVIA accounts year-round. Download the app and enjoy titles on the go. Titles that are checked out automatically drop off after 3 weeks.
- Every summer, SYNC Audiobooks for Teens offers FREE audiobook downloads for students ages 13 and up. Each Thursday, SYNC introduces two thematically-paired titles that are available that week. Once downloaded, these books never disappear—they’re yours to enjoy at your leisure. The program runs through August 17. Click here for details on downloading and accessing the titles through the Sora app.
- Over the summer, Fairfax County Public Library offers reading challenges and lots of other fun activities for all ages. You can find information here.
- Questions? Feel free to email us at hhs_library@fcps.edu. While we don’t check our email daily over the summer, you can expect a response within a few days.
Tax Free Weekend
August 5-7, 2022 will be a three-day sales tax holiday in the state of Virginia. For more information, visit Virginia’s Sales Tax Holiday webpage.
2022-23 Student Parking at Herndon HS
This year parking process will be as followed:
Students will use the this link (https://forms.gle/ABWSYbxX9csz5iQ59) to register for parking. Registration is now open from until Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Starting Wednesday, August 10, 2022 students will go on My School Bucks to pay for their parking. Parking is $200. Students who qualify for Free lunch ($25) or Reduce lunch ($100) will have to pay by check or money order (Made out to Herndon HS) on the date that they are assigned to pick-up their parking pass.
Students can pick up parking passes on following days:
- Seniors – Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022 from 1pm – 3pm
- Juniors – Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022 from 1pm – 3pm
- Seniors & Juniors Friday, Aug. 19, 2022 from 10am -12n
Expunging High School Courses Taken in Middle School (Incoming 9th Graders Only)
Parents of incoming 9th grade students who completed a high school courses (World Language, Algebra, and Geometry) in the 2021-22 school year may request the final grades for these courses be omitted from your student’s transcript. You must submit a Request to Expunge High School Courses Taken in Middle School form to Herndon HS Student Services, after the course is completed and prior to October 28, 2022. This form may be obtained at the following link https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/is104.pdf.
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