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Herndon's Success Spotlight
School Counselors Recognized at In-Service
 Herndon High School's Student Services Department successfully exceeded their goal of increasing the advanced course success rate for 12th-grade Hispanic students from 68% to 73% by June 2025. This was accomplished through a multi-tiered intervention strategy that included academic advising, individualized course selection, and weekly advisory lessons. A specialized Success Skills Group was also created to improve study skills and time management for struggling seniors. For their remarkable efforts and results, the school counselors were recognized at the Secondary School Counseling Professionals In-Service on August 6, 2025.
 Outstanding Director of Student Services
 At the Secondary School Counseling Professionals In-Service on August 6, 2025, Krisna Taylor was honored as the Outstanding Director of Student Services. She was recognized for: leading a team in the implementation of a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program; systemically promoting equity and access to opportunities and rigorous educational experiences for each student; and fostering collaborative relationships with division stakeholders, colleagues, students, families, and the community to promote equitable opportunities, access and achievement.
August 12: Hornet Fest, 4:30 pm, Main Street
August 12: Freshman and New Student Parent Meeting, 8:30 am & 6:30 pm
August 12: Parent Coffee, 9:30 am & 7:15 pm, Cafeteria
August 15: Freshman and New Student Orientation, 9:00 am
August 18: First Day of School, 8:10 am
Herndon HS Calendar of Events
Hornet Fest
Come by, Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 4:30 pm, to get a jump start on the school year! Learn about clubs, sports, organizations. Purchase Hornet Gear. If you have questions, please contact Phil Cronin. See you there!
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Freshman & New Student Parent Meeting
On Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 8:30 am & 6:30 pm in the Cafeteria and after Hornet Fest. Parents, guardians, and caregivers will have the opportunity to meet members of the Administrative Team, learn about the high school and have questions answered. See you there!
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Parent Coffee
The first Parent Coffee of the 2025-26 school year will be Tuesday, August 12, 2025. We will hold a meeting at 9:30 am and another at 7:15 pm. Interpreters will be available as well.
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Student Parking Registration Information 2025 - 2026
This year, the parking process will be as follows:
Students will use this link to register for parking. Students can now pay for parking online using My School Bucks. Parking passes will cost $200.00. Students can also pay by check, cashier’s check or money order on the day you are assigned to pick up your parking pass.
The cost for students who qualify for FREE Lunch will be $20.00. The cost for students who qualify for REDUCED Lunch will be $100.00. If you are paying the free or reduced price, you must bring documentation attached to your application showing that you qualify for free or reduced lunch. All payments for free or reduced lunch should be made by check, cashier’s check, or money order and should be made out to Herndon HS (No Cash will be accepted).
Students will need to print out, complete, and submit the hard copy of the parking application (FCPS Application for Use of Private Automobile, HHS Parking Application - Page 1, Page 2, Page 3) along with an attached copy of their driver’s license. Please make sure that you include whether you will be driving to an Academy Class or any off-campus waiver. Students will be assigned a parking space.
Applications are available on the Herndon HS website. The date & times students can pick up parking passes are listed below:
- Seniors = Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
- Juniors = Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
- Seniors & Juniors = Friday, August 15, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Only the student who is requesting a parking permit, or his/her parent or guardian, can pick up a parking pass. Siblings and carpoolers can share a parking permit, but all members must submit a parking application, and all individuals assigned to that parking pass will be held accountable for all rules and regulations.
Students can contact Mr. Brown, the Safety & Security Specialist, at jvbrown@fcps.edu if they have any questions.
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Freshman and New Student Orientation
This event will take place on Friday, August 15th from 9:00 - 11:15 am. This special morning session has been planned to help students become comfortable with the high school, as well as to take care of some “new student business.” Students will be picked up at our feeder elementary and middle schools at 8:30 am. Please arrive at the pickup site 10 minutes before the time listed.
Appropriate dress and behavior are expected when attending orientation. Buses will pick up students at our feeder elementary and middle schools. Please get there a few minutes early to ensure you are at the site when the bus arrives.
- Aldrin ES - 8:30 am
- Armstrong ES - 8:30 am
- Clearview ES - 8:30 am
- Dranesville ES - 8:30 am
- Herndon ES - 8:30am
- Hutchison ES - 8:30 am
- Herndon MS - 8:30 am
Buses will arrive at Herndon High School at 9:00 a.m. and drop students back at the elementary or middle school for parent pickup after 11:30 am.
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First Day of School
Monday, August 18, 2025, is the first day of school. See the complete school year calendar.FCPS parents, students, and staff members are invited to share their favorite pictures or videos from the first day of school on social media using the hashtag #FirstDayFairfax. Follow FCPS and your school on social media to see photos and videos throughout the school year!
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9th Grade and new-to-Herndon Chromebook Distribution
9th graders will pick up their Chromebooks during Health & PE. Students who are new to Herndon in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade should have their Chromebook in their 1st period class. For any new students without a Chromebook by August 20th, please come to the tech office to pick one up.
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We Are a Phone-Free School!
Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (airpods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) can no longer be used during passing periods. Phones and personal devices must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell) with the exception of lunch time in designated lunch spaces. Cell phones are also not permitted to be used as an instructional tool.
If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at [phone number]. Learn more about FCPS’ cell phone policy, which helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school.
Back-to-School Checklist
We’re Eager to Welcome You Back to School!
As summer winds down, we are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Please review this checklist to make sure your child is ready!
☑️ Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE
Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Contact our registrar at [email/phone number] if you need an activation code. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
Update Your Contact Information
Be sure you receive important information! Update your phone number(s) and/or email address(es) in the Parent/Guardian section of SIS ParentVUE.
☑️ Update Immunizations and Records
Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy.
When your child is immunized, remember to request a copy of their immunization record and bring that to our front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website.
☑️ Learn About School Meals
Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meal benefits.
☑️ Bookmark the School Year Calendar
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:
- Days marked with a blue “H” are student holidays. Schools are closed on these days.
- Days marked with an orange “O” are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings, if only half marked). There is school on these days, but certain events that cannot be made up may not be scheduled on these days.
- Days marked in pink are holidays for students but working days for teachers and staff.
Please note that some holidays and observances, such as Eid al Fitr, may shift, and the calendar may be adjusted.
Student ID Numbers Needed for School Meals (New This Year)
Starting this school year, students will enter their student ID number — not their current cafeteria PIN — at the cash register to receive school meals. Please remind your child of their student ID number, which you can find in SIS ParentVUE. View more updates and reminders for school meals this year.
Weapon Detection System
In our latest effort to strengthen our layered safety and security programs, FCPS piloted a weapon screening system across our high schools last spring. This weapon screening system will be expanded to all middle and high schools this fall. Learn more on the weapons detection frequently asked questions page.
Volunteer FCPS Helps Community Members Connect With Schools
A new volunteer management system, Volunteer FCPS, will allow students, parents/caregivers, and community members to register and search volunteer opportunities within the school division.
All volunteers (new or returning) will register in Volunteer FCPS, complete a volunteer orientation, and be required to sign in using the visitor kiosk. Some volunteers will also be required to undergo a background check. Visit the Volunteer FCPS website for details.
🏗️ School Bond Referendum on Ballot Tuesday, November 4
A $460 million School Bond Referendum will be on the Tuesday, November 4, general election ballot.
Bond-funded projects provide safe, welcoming, effective, and modern spaces for students to learn and staff to work.
The building and renovation of our schools is not funded through FCPS’ operating budget. Voter-approved bonds that allow payment for projects over time, while seeking to avoid an increase in property tax rates, fund building and renovation. Without bond funding, renovations would likely cease, delaying much needed repairs at many schools. Potential bond-funded projects are identified in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program, which was adopted by the School Board in February.
Voters have a direct role in shaping the future of FCPS schools. Read more about the 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote.
🏫 Building a Brighter Future, Together: FCPS Family Academy
The FCPS Family Academy promotes connections and collaborations between families, educators, and the community. Its work is aimed at strengthening partnerships in support of each and every student’s success.
Explore a wide range of resources; tools; and virtual and in-person webinars, workshops, and programs. The FCPS Family Academy helps you become a key part of your child’s education! Learn more about the FCPS Family Academy.
📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students
Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:
- Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
- Anxiety, worry, fears
- Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
- Academic stress
You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.
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