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The Clintons Attend Herndon Softball Game
 Former President Bill Clinton and Former Secretary of State and Presidential Candidate Hilary Rodham Clinton attended the Herndon Varsity Softball Game on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. They were at Herndon to support their great neice and nephew who play for Marshall HS.
 
April 28-May 02: Wellness Week 2025
April 29-May 30: SOL Spring 2025 Testing
April 29: National Fentanyl Awareness Day
May 01: Feria de Recursos Comunitarios, 6:30 pm, Cafeteria
May 02: Pyramid Art Show, 6:00 pm, Herndon United Methodist Church
May 02: Herndon HS Theatre Presents...Footloose, 7:00 pm, Auditorium
May 03: Herndon HS Theatre Presents...Footloose, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm, Auditorium
May 04: Herndon HS Theatre Presents...Footloose, 2:00 pm, Auditorium
May 05-09: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
May 05-09: International Heritage Club Spirit Week 2025
May 05: Senior Celebration Brunch, 10:00 am, Cafeteria
May 07: National School Nurse Day
May 07: Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation, 6:00 pm, Auditorium
FCPS Standard School Year Calendar for 2024-25
Wellness Week 2025
HHS Wellness Week Activities for Staff and Students
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Mon, 4/28: Mindful Monday: Cultivating Awareness & Presence
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Tue, 4/29: Total Body Tuesday: Nourish Your Body
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Wed, 4/30: Wellness Wednesday: Move Your Body
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Thu, 5/1: Thankful Thursday: Gratitude & Positivity
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Fri, 5/2: Fun & Flow Friday: Relaxation & Joy
SOL Spring 2025 Test Information
Herndon High School students will be taking one or more Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course (EOC) assessments between April 29 and May 30, 2025. All students will receive their testing schedule and other important information via school e-mail in the middle of April 2025. All testing times will start at 8:10 am. The dates for the SOL tests are as follows:
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - Reading and History SOL (Seniors)
- Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - Math SOL (Seniors)
- Thursday, May 1, 2025 - Science SOL (Seniors)
- Monday, May 5, 2025 - Geosystems (Earth Science) SOL
- Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - Chemistry SOL
- Thursday, May 8, 2025 - Algebra 2 SOL
- Friday, May 9. 2025 - Geometry SOL
- Monday, May 12, 2025 - Reading and History SOL (Second Attempt – Seniors)
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - Biology SOL Math SOL (Second Attempt – Seniors
- Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - Biology SOL Science SOL (Second Attempt – Seniors)
- Thursday May 15, 2025, and Friday, May 16, 2025 - Reading SOL
- Monday, May 19, 2025, and Tuesday, May 20, 2025 - Algebra 1 SOL
- Tuesday, May 27, 2025 - Science SOL Expedited Retakes
- Wednesday, May 28, 2025 - Math SOL Expedited Retakes
All SOL assessments are taken in-person at school. If you become aware of an unavoidable conflict that could result in your student missing a testing day, please notify your student’s school as soon as possible.
Federal law requires schools to provide students in grades 9-12 one SOL test in Reading, Mathematics, and Science. These assessments provide information about student achievement to the parent/guardian, school, division, and state.
State law requires students to verify credits to fulfill Standard and Advanced Studies diploma graduation requirements, as outlined on the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage. SOL tests are the most common way students earn the verified credits they need. However, performance assessments (social studies only) or substitute assessments approved by the Virginia Board of Education may be another option available for your student to verify certain credits.
In most cases, SOL assessment results are available in the Student Information System (SIS) ParentVUE within about three months. If you have questions about SOL testing, please contact your student’s school counselor or our Assessment Coach, Dr. Karl Gussow.
National Fentanyl Awareness Day
April 29, is Fentanyl Awareness Day. Watch this video to learn more about counterfeit pills, and share the information with teens and young adults in your life. Visit the Fentanyl Awareness Day website for more resources on what you can do to help raise awareness of the dangers of fentanyl including a conversation guide, fast facts, and social media posts you can share.
Herndon High School also offers DMV Permit Testing for all eligible students that are 15 and 6 months old who would like to obtain their permit. Students must be registered through FCPS ACE (FCPS ACE Herndon Permit Test Registration ) the DMV Website (DMV Permit Test Registration ). Please be sure to register on BOTH websites. The test will be administered in room J104 at 3:15pm.
The permit test will be held on the following dates: April 30, 2025, May 7, 2025, May 21, 2025, May 28, 2025, June 4, 2025
Autism Acceptance Month
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April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students. |
Fecha: 1 de Mayo
Hora: 6:30-8:30 pm
Ubicación: Cafeteria de Herndon High School
Serviremos un pequeno refrigerio
- Información de Clases de Recuperación de
- Verano Fiesta de Graduación
- Exámenes del Estado
- Ausentismo Escolar
- Recursos de la Comunidad, Salud, Iglesias del área,Inmigración y maas...
Folleto con información adicional disponible aquí.
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Pyramid Art Show
Fine arts students will be displaying their work at the Pyramid Art Show at Herndon United Methodist Church, 701 Bennett Street, Herndon, VA beginning beginning, Friday, May 2, 2025. The work displayed will feature some outstanding creations by students in our Fine Arts courses. There will be a reception from 6:00-8:00 pm to celebrate their awesomeness.
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Herndon HS Theatre Presents...Footloose
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Showtimes are:
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May 02 at 7:00 pm, Auditorium
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May 03 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm, Auditorium
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May 04 at 2:00 pm, Auditorium
Tickets on sale now.
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International Heritage Club Spirit Week 2025
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Mon, May 5 - Announcements will introduce International Heritage Week; Join the International Heritage Club and experience the world! International Anthems/Music.
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Tue, May 6 - Trivia Day for Students in the Cafeteria; International Candy - Treats for Students; International Anthems/Music.
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Wed, May 7 - Students in the Cafeteria will write “I Love You” on a World Map; International Anthems/Music
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Thu, May 8 - Students will wear T-Shirt /Jersey or National Dress; International Anthems/Music
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Fri, May 9 - International Heritage Potluck in the College and Career Center; International Heritage Night, Dinner @ 5:00, Performance @ 6:00, $5 for Students, $10 for Adults; International Anthems/Music
Senior Celebration Brunch
Herndon will hold a Senior Celebration Brunch for the Class of 2025 on Monday, May 5, 2025 from 10:00 - 11:00 am in the Cafeteria. Let’s come together to celebrate this milestone moment as our seniors step into their bright futures!
✅ Share Feedback With County Health Department on School Health Services
The Fairfax County Health Department and Fairfax County Public Schools School Health Services invite parents/caregivers of FCPS students to participate in a survey on satisfaction with school health room services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open until Monday, May 5.
School health rooms (clinics) are managed by public health nurses and school health aides. Those staff provide care for students who become sick or injured during the school day, who require medications during the school day, and/or who have a chronic health condition that requires management during the school day.
Additionally, the school health room staff:
- Provide health education, communicable disease prevention, and health screenings.
- Work with schools to help address the root causes of population health disparities so that all students have equitable access to educational and health opportunities.
- Ensure that students have care for minor injuries and illnesses, and chronic health conditions, thus helping to minimize health barriers to learning.
Survey results will provide a basis for quality improvement of school health room services as well as inform future planning for schools.
National School Nurse Day
National School Nurse Day is Wednesday, May 7. It is a day to recognize the many contributions that school nurses make to student health and learning.
FCPS appreciates the role of School Public Health Nurses (PHNs) for their contribution to the health and welfare of all our students. Professional school nurses support the needs of students through their delivery of healthcare, contributions to local school communities, and promotion of safety, prevention, and wellness throughout the year. They are advocates who bridge healthcare and education by supporting student health and readiness to learn. School nurses are essential to our community and work tirelessly to make a positive impact in the lives of their students.
Please join us in thanking the PHNs for their hard work and dedication to FCPS students.
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation
The final Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation will be held on May 7, 2025 at 6:00 pm sharp. Please arrive by 5:45 in the Herndon High School Auditorium.
"Partners for Safe Teen Driving" presentation is a crucial component of the teen driver education process in Virginia. This is a 90-minute parent-teen traffic safety presentation. It is designed to increase awareness of driving risks and promote safe driving habits. Attendance at the Partners for Safe Teen Driving presentation is mandatory for students completing driver education in Virginia.
The Driver Education Certificate of Completion (DEC-District 8), often referred to as the "pink card," is issued after a student successfully completes both the classroom driver education and the Partners for Safe Teen Driving presentation. This card is essential for progressing to the next steps in the licensing process.
After students obtain their DEC 8 card, they may then register for the “in car” driving component of the licensing process through by registering through FCPS ACE Behind the Wheel classes or a commercial driving school. Flyer is available here.
☀️ Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School and get a jump on summer learning and fun! At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
An FCPS Student Program Marketplace will feature student-made goods for sale. Proceeds will support the students’ programs.
Learn about summer programs and resources available from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and much more! Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 19. Visit the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage to access the nomination information form.
The Clintons Attend Herndon Softball Game
 
AP Exam Volunteers
We Need You!
We are looking for volunteers for AP Exams from Monday, May 5th – Friday, May 16th.
Responsibilities would include:
- Proctor exams (In some cases, lead proctor)
- Distribute and collect exam materials
- Help monitor the testing room
- Exams last approximately 3-4 hours
- Two time frames that we need coverage: 7:30am – 11:45am and 11:30am – 4pm
If you are available and would like to help, please sign up here. Contact Kie Anderson at keanderson1@fcps.edu for addition assistance. Thank you!
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AP Exam Information
AP Exams will be taking place Monday, May 5 – Friday, May 16. Here is what students need to know to make the testing process go as smoothly as possible:
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AP Exams and Locations
- Special Exam Requirements: Students MUST bring their FULLY charged laptop and charger
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DIGITAL Exams (12): Art History, Comparative and United States Government, English Language/Comp, English Lit/Comp, Environmental Science, Human Geography, US History, World History, Psychology, Computer Science Principles, Computer Science A
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HYBRID (Digital and Paper) Exams: Biology, Calculus AB and BC, Micro and Macroeconomics, Chemistry, Physics 1, Physics C: Mechanics, and Statistics. Students MUST bring their approved calculator and extra batteries. We will NOT be able to provide calculators
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Exams with Calculators (link to AP Calculator Policy, here): Biology, Calculus AB and BC, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Micro and Macroeconomics, Physics 1 and Physics C, Statistics
- Attendance: Students will be excused automatically during the periods in which they are testing. Students who do not plan to attend school the entire day will need to submit an AP Testing Attendance Form for early check out or late check in on days they are taking an AP test. Attendance forms were given to each student, but if they need another, then they should come to Student Services. Attendance forms MUST be submitted to Student Services 48 hour prior to their scheduled AP exam. Please note that a separate permission form will be required for each AP test. Phone calls or notes will not be allowed, nor will they be accepted in lieu of a completed AP Testing Attendance Form. Any student who does not submit a completed form will be marked as unexcused for their morning or afternoon classes. Students who plan to attend school the entire day do not need to submit an attendance form on the days they are taking an AP test.
- Materials: Please bring only the following items in a see-through Ziplock bag:
- #2 Pencils (NO mechanical pencils)
- Pens with Black or Dark Blue Ink
- An acceptable calculator (approved by College Board), where applicable***
- ID
- Laptops (Digital/Hybrid Testers Only)
- Laptop Chargers (Digital/Hybris Testers Only)
- Please do NOT bring the following items:
- Backpacks
- Electronic and/or communication devices (phones, watches, etc.)
- Ear buds/headphones
- Food
- Water Bottles/Beverages
Yearbooks For Sale!
Our yearbook is finished and off to the printing press – secure yours while they are still available! Head over to yearbookordercenter.com to purchase the 2025 yearbook. Our school code is 8967. Books start at $65. Prices go up to $80 on May 1.Students receiving free/reduced lunch can pick up an order form in the main office to purchase a yearbook at a reduced cost.
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School Health Room Updates
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
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Library News
Seniors
Graduating seniors should check Destiny Discover to see if they have any outstanding library fines or books. To get to Destiny Discover, go to the HHS Library Schoology Course and look for the folder called “Find Books Here.” Students should open Destiny Discover, log in through their Google account, and look for “My Stuff.”
 While we do not charge overdue fines, your student may see a “fine” on their account. When a book has been checked out for over a year, Destiny removes the book from our inventory and charges the student a fine. We would rather get the book back than collect money! Once the book has been returned, the fine will be erased.
Outstanding books and fines can delay students receiving their caps and gowns.
Testing & Library Availability
The library will be available most days throughout testing. However, some activities will be impacted. We will post notices on lunches, printing, research assistance and book checkout through our Schoology course.
4th Quarter
As the year winds down, remember the librarians are here to help students with any research they may need to complete. We are always happy to help your students succeed!
Also, 4th quarter means time to search for all those outstanding library books. Students can check their Destiny Discover any time to see what is outstanding, but we will also be sending communications with that information, so keep your eyes open.
Social and Emotional Learning Screener: Parent Reports
Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of March. The screener provides information on their SEL skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how much their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
Individual student SEL Screener results are available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. Families who do not have an active ParentVUE account will receive their results via postal mail.
For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the SEL Screener Results Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.
The Clintons Attend Herndon Softball Game
Protect Your Child from Measles: What You Need to Know
Measles cases continue to rise in the US. About 1 in 5 people who get measles end up in the hospital. Measles can cause severe complications like a lung infection (pneumonia), brain inflammation (encephalitis), and possibly death, even with medical care. Symptoms of measles typically include:
- High fever (may spike up to 104°F)
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Red, watery eyes
- A rash that appears around 3-5 days after other symptoms begin. The rash typically starts on the face and spreads down the body.
The best way to protect a child from measles is by getting two doses of the combination measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine.
If you are unsure of your child's vaccination status or your personal vaccination status, talk to your health care provider. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your health care provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources.
It’s Time to Talk About Fentanyl: Become Unskippable
National Fentanyl Awareness Day is Tuesday, April 29. Learn fentanyl facts and how to have short, impactful conversations in a way that teens are more likely to listen. Get everything you need to prepare by visiting the Fentanyl Awareness webpage. Supporting Resources are on the bottom of the page.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Protect Your Child From Measles
- Going the Extra Mile: Thank You School Bus Drivers!
- Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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