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Cross Country Championship at Liberty Middle
🎉 Congratulations, HMS Runners! We’re so proud of our athletes—both our boys and girls teams had runners place in the Top 10 and Top 5, and we’re thrilled to celebrate a 1st place finish in the boys race at last week’s meet. What an incredible accomplishment to close out the regular season!
🏆 Cross Country Championship Meet – Saturday, November 15th at Liberty Middle! The season finale is here! Our HMS cross country team heads to Liberty Middle School this Saturday for the championship meet. Let’s pack the sidelines with cheers and school spirit as our runners give it their all.
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Exhibition Race: 8:45 AM
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Championship Race: 9:45 AM
💛 Community Spotlight – Thank You to Our Local Business Partners! Earlier this season, we were lucky to have the support of local businesses who helped make our home meet extra special. We continue to celebrate their generosity and community spirit:
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Live. Loaf. Love. – A sweet slice of Herndon spirit! This Dranesville Elementary family business brought the cinnamon roll magic. Business info click here
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Weird Brothers Coffee – Locally roasted, lovingly brewed. Proud HMS parents and champions of community warmth. Business info click here
Their past contributions remind us how strong our community is when we come together. Let’s carry that same energy into the championship this weekend—see you at Liberty Middle!
HMS PTA Meeting
📣 PTA Meeting Update – Date Still Pending Thank you for your patience! Our HMS PTA meeting originally scheduled for November 13th remains postponed, and we’re still working to confirm a new date.
We’ll share details as soon as they’re finalized—so please keep an eye on upcoming newsletters and school communications.
In the meantime, know that your voices and ideas are valued. If there are topics you’d like to see discussed at the next meeting, please send us an email—we’d love to include your input. Email us at president@hmspta.com or info@hmspta.com
We look forward to gathering soon to collaborate on upcoming events, share updates, and continue building our strong school community.
Staff Pie Giveaway: Donations Needed
🥧 Thanksgiving Pie Giveaway – Donations Still Welcome! It’s almost time for our annual HMS PTA Thanksgiving Pie Giveaway, where we celebrate our incredible staff with a sweet treat to show our appreciation.
We’re still collecting donations to make this tradition extra special:
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Homemade or store-bought pies – Accepted through Tuesday, November 25th
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Monetary contributions – to help purchase additional pies. Accepted through Friday, November 21st
Your generosity ensures every staff member feels the warmth of our community during this season of gratitude. Thank you for helping us continue this delicious tradition!
Additional information can be found here.
Thank you for helping us show our gratitude to our amazing staff this Thanksgiving!
Upcoming FCPS Parent Webinars!
🧠 Free Family Webinars & Resources – November Lineup Continues Fairfax County Public Schools is offering free webinars designed to support families and caregivers. These sessions cover a wide range of topics—from academic strategies to wellness tools—and are a great way to stay informed and empowered.
📅 Upcoming November Sessions:
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Nov 19 – The Power of Restorative Justice: Explore how restorative practices build stronger school communities
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Nov 21 – Improving Routines: Morning, Evening, and In Between: Tips to create smoother transitions throughout the day
📝 Registration is required to participate. Explore upcoming sessions and helpful tools here.
Guapos Spirit Night
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🍗 Dine Out for HMS – December 16th at Guapo’s! Herndon Middle School invites you, your family, and friends to join us at Guapo’s in Herndon on Tuesday, December 16th for a delicious night out in support of our school fundraiser.
Come enjoy great food, connect with our community, and help raise funds that benefit HMS students and programs. Bring your appetite—and your school spirit!
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Invest in Education. Inspire a Community.
Herndon Middle School PTA invites local businesses to become corporate sponsors and make a lasting impact on our students’ educational journey. Your support helps fund vital school programs, extracurricular activities, and community events that foster growth, creativity, and connection.
In return, your business will gain meaningful visibility across our school events, newsletters, and social media platforms—reaching hundreds of engaged families and community members who value local partnerships.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities and benefits, please contact us at info@hmspta.com.
Together, we can make a lasting impact on our students!
Quarter 2 Night Hawk Schedule Coming Soon
🎉 After-School Programs Are in Full Swing at HMS!
Looking for ways to keep your student engaged beyond the final bell? HMS offers a dynamic lineup of after-school programs designed to spark creativity, build skills, and foster teamwork.
🏐🤖⚽🚲🏀💻 Current Programs Include:
Whether your student is into sports, tech, or hands-on projects, there’s something for everyone. These programs are a great way to connect with peers, explore new interests, and have fun in a supportive environment.
Stay tuned for updates on new offerings and registration info. Let’s make after-school time awesome!
Ready to sign up? Click here for more information!
Box Tops is back … but no more clipping!
Supporting HMS is a breeze with Box Tops for Education! Download the Box Tops app, shop for eligible products, scan your receipt, and start raising funds for our school. A huge thank you to families who have already signed up and started scanning paper receipts—you’re making a real impact!
New to Box Tops? Use referral code EWQ72U5U to join us in reaching our $500 goal this school year.
Connect with us!
Stay connected with all things HMS! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and our newly updated website to keep up with the latest PTA news, events, and updates. Be the first to know about exciting upcoming events—follow us today!
Instagram: herndonmiddleschoolpta
Facebook: Herndon Middle School PTA
Website: www.hmspta.com
Email president@hmspta.com if you’d like to volunteer, or consider joining the PTA as a member to help fund our school programs and initiatives. Can’t spare the time? Membership dues are a great way to support our students and staff directly. Every bit of involvement, big or small, makes a difference—click here to join today!
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November
15 | XC Meets
14, 19, 21 | Parent Webinars
TBA | HMS PTA Meeting
25 | Staff Pie Giveaway
Find the FCPS Standard school year calendar here
2025/2026 Red/Black rotation calendar here
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Thank you for reading!
With school spirit and gratitude - Your PTA
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