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Sep 07 - HUMC Free Tutoring, 7:00-8:00 pm, Zoom
Sep 10 - Herndon Band Tag Day Fundraiser
Sep 13 - Senior Parent Meeting, 6:30 pm, Auditorium
Sep 14 - Senior Student Meetings with School Counselors, 4th period
Sep 16 - HHS Orchestra Spirit Day, Chick-fil-A North Point Village, 7:00 am - 9:00
Sep 19 - Community Conversation with Dr. Michelle Reid, 6:30-7:30 pm, Herndon HS
Sep 29 - HHS PTSA Meeting, 7:00 pm, Lecture Hall
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Upcoming Events
HUMC Free Tutoring Program
TGFT will remain virtual for the start of the 2022-23 school year, with sessions beginning on September 7. Information regarding the program can be found on our website: herndonumc.org/tgft. As in the past, we offer assistance in all math subjects, chemistry, and physics. We want to help your students be successful this year! Additional information available here.
Herndon Band Tag Day Fundraiser!
Saturday, September 10, 2022
“Pride of Herndon” is a familiar sight this time of the year in Herndon. After all, we are the oldest school band in Fairfax County! It all started in 1947 with only a few students, and here we are in 2022 celebrating 75th of this amazing program.
Tag Day is the band's largest fundraiser. Donations help reduce student fees and pay for master instructors, uniforms, instrument maintenance, invitational performances and more.
On Saturday, September 10, all Herndon Band and Guard students, dressed in their uniforms, will fan out across the Herndon High School District to share information about the Band Program, while asking for donations. Our goal is to reach every neighborhood in the school district, so if this is where you live, you are likely to see them!
Support them with a donation, honk, and a wave. Sharing this message with friends, alumni and family near and far would also be appreciated.
DONATE ONLINE
DONATE BY MAIL
- Send your check (payable to HHBPA) to: Herndon High School Band - P.O. Box 1293 - Herndon, VA 20172-1293
To show our appreciation, we would like to invite you to our FREE Tag Day Concert on Thursday, November 3 at 7 p.m.
Senior Parent Meeting
School counselors will be presenting important information for senior families on Wednesday, September 13, at 6:30 pm, in the Auditorium. We will be going over post-secondary options and college application procedures and timelines. You will also have an opportunity to pay senior dues, hear from the PTSA, and learn about the All Night Graduation Party. Habrá una sesión para hispanohablantes en el Lecture Hall a esa hora también.
Senior Student Meetings
All seniors will be meeting with their school counselor on Thursday, September 14, during TA and Stinger. Students will report directly to the locations below directly after Period 2. Important information will be shared regarding post-secondary opportunities and the college application procedures.
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Student Management
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School Counselor
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Meeting Location
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A – Bri
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Elizabeth Kinan
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Café – Back
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Bro – Dr, AVID
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Kie Anderson
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Café - Back
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Du – Hen
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Shannon Kamenick
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Library - Stonewall
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Her – L
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Randi Fortier
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Auditorium
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M – Pe
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Meghan Azzara
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Lecture Hall
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Ph – Se
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Kelly Ginieczki
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Auditorium
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Sh – Z
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Matthew Dell’Orso
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Café - Front
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ELP Level 1 & 2, A-K
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Athena Sotirchos
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Library – Bel Pre
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ELP Level 1 & 2, L-Z
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Wendy Labenow
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Library – Bel Pre
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Orchestra Spirit Day at Chick-fil-A !!
What - Herndon HS Orchestra Spirit Day
Where - Chick-fil-A, North Point Village, Reston
When - 7:00 am - 9:00 pm on Friday September 16, 2022
Mention you are there to support HHS Orchestra, and 25% of the proceeds will go towards the school orchestra to offset expenses.
You can: Drive through, Call ahead, or Use their CFA Mobile App (mention HHS Orchestra in special instructions) , then pick up your yummy food! Flyer available here.
Community Conversation with the Superintendent
Please save the date for a very special event! Dr. Michelle Reid, FCPS superintendent, will host a Community Conversation at Herndon High School on September 19th, 6:30-7:30 p.m. This event will be a unique opportunity to help Dr. Reid get to know our school community and learn more about her vision for our district.
Language interpretation will be provided, as available, as well as child care and light refreshments.
Please register to attend: https://forms.gle/S3dEuQ4uPZ4KvWVj6
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HHS PTSA Meeting
Join Dr Noto and the PTSA for the first general meeting of the school year on September 29. We will meet at 7:00 pm in the Lecture Hall at HHS. All are welcome!
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Important Information
AVID Fundraiser
Support Herndon's AVID Program by purchasing a Herndon HS t-shirt.
Senior Dues
Attention Class of 2023! It has taken you a lot of work and effort to get to this place- GRADUATION is around the corner. There will be many events and adventures throughout the year to celebrate.
This year, Senior Dues will be $60 per student. You can pay through your MySchoolBucks account, or by check or cash. If you chose the latter, please bring your check ( made out to Herndon HS Class of 23) or cash to Ms. Mejia in the main office. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Cronin at school or pscronin@fcps.edu.
Senior Shirt and Cap & Gown
Using your student Gmail account, please complete THIS Google Form to provide your preferred size for your Senior shirt and your graduation gown. Please complete the form no later than Friday September 16th.
The Senior shirt and the graduation gown order will be covered by Senior dues and money earned by the Class of 2023 fundraising activities.
Schedule Change Process
Herndon school counselors spend considerable time assisting students with their selection of appropriate courses. Since all decisions regarding staffing, instructional supplies, etc. are made based on those selections, change requests will be accommodated only under limited circumstances. The following schedule change process will be in place for the 2022-23 school year.
- August 4-19, 2022 - Schedule changes if space is available.
- August 22-29, 2022 - No changes due to membership
- August 30-September 9, 2022 - Changes are allowed if space is available. No class caps will be raised to accommodate schedule changes.
- September 12-23, 2022 - No movement
- After September 26, 2022 - No elective course changes are permitted. Schedule change requests for core courses are reviewed if the Schedule Change Request Form is completed by the student and parent/guardian, Communication with teacher must be made prior to the request and documented on this form. Additionally, approval must be given by the subject administrator of the course and room is available in the requested course. The current teacher is provided the opportunity to discuss the reality of the course with the student and parent/guardian, so they do not make a decision based on inaccurate first impressions. Schedule change requests can be made to the school counselor for the following reasons:
- A student would like to challenge themselves academically and go up a level (from regular to honors) in a core course.
- A student is experiencing academic difficulty in a core course and would like to go down a level (from AP to honors).
Lockers
All freshmen will receive a locker. However, 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.
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! Here or copy + paste the following link into your favorite browser. https://herndonhighschool.memberhub.com/store
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Back to School Forms
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Emergency Care Form - All students must have accurate emergency care information. Parents can update this information through weCare@School. Only update in weCare if there are changes.
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Student Rights & Responsibilities - 2022-23 Parent and/or Guardian SR&R Acknowledgement. Please review the Student Rights and Responsibilities and related resources at www.fcps.edu/srr. After reviewing the information, fill out the SR&R Parent Acknowledgement Form using this link. The form must be filled out one time per student and can be returned to the main office.
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FCPS Privacy and Opt-Out Forms - Details parents' rights regarding FCPS policies. Complete these forms ONLY IF YOU WISH YOUR CHILD TO BE OPTED-OUT.
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MySchoolBucks - Parents can use this online payment system to check balances and add money to school cafeteria accounts, to make payments to the school for various school related items and to receive low account balance notifications.
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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Greetings from the School Health Room
The School Health Aide will be available for medication drop-off in the school Health Room from 8:10 am - 2:45 pm. If you have any questions contact Carevia Davis at ctdavis@fcps.edu.
All medications are required to have a medication authorization.
As needed, over-the-counter medications may be transported to school (directly to the clinic) after the first day by high school students, however the medication must be in the original unopened container and accompanied by an appropriate Medication Authorization. All prescription medications must be transported to school by a parent or designated adult.
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!
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.
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
FCPS Mental Health Resources
If you are depressed, in crisis, or just want to talk, please text NEEDHELP to 85511 or call 1-800-273-TALK. Someone will be there to listen.
If you're going through a tough time, don't go it alone. Reach out to a parent, friend, or trusted adult. You can also text NEEDHELP to 85511 at any time–day or night.
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