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2025-26 FCPS School Calendar
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April 30: HES Community Thrift Store, 6:00-7:30 pm
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May 4-8: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
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May 6: Bike and Roll to School Day
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May 6: School Nurse Day (includes school health aide)
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May 7: SOL Grades 4 and 5 Reading
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May 12: SOL Grades 3 and 6 Reading
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May 14: SOL Grade 5 Science
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May 18: SOL Grade 4 Math
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May 19: SOL Grade 5 Math
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May 20: SOL Grade 6 Math
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May 21: SOL Grade 3 Math
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May 29: SOL Reading Retakes
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June 1: SOL Retakes Science Grade 5
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June 2: SOL Retakes Math
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6th graders went to our community partner, Trinity Presbytarian Church, to sing to their pre-schoolers.
  Message from Principal Vereb
🐝 Principal Vereb's Weekly Reflections from the Hive
Good evening, Herndon ES Families,
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. This week reflected the energy, care, and commitment our community brings to ensuring every student is supported, challenged, and thriving.
In alignment with the FCPS Strategic Plan—focusing on strong instruction, a positive and inclusive school environment, and meaningful student experiences—here are a few highlights from our week:
- Our 4th grade students approached MAP testing with focus and perseverance. This reflects our shared commitment to high-quality instruction and ensuring students are prepared to demonstrate their learning.
- Students across grade levels engaged in rich, hands-on learning beyond the classroom. Our 5th graders explored the Air and Space Museum, Kindergarten went to the Cub Run Nature Center, 6th grade traveled to the National Gallery of Art, and our PreK students visited Frying Pan Park, supporting real-world connections and deeper understanding.
- On Wednesday, student leaders from each grade partnered with our leadership and construction teams to plant and seal a time capsule for our new building. This moment honored student voice and belonging—key priorities in creating a connected and inclusive school community.
- Thursday’s Career Day brought learning to life as volunteers shared their experiences and inspired our students to think about their future pathways. We are grateful for the strong family and community partnerships that make opportunities like this possible. Special thanks to Ms. Bryant, Ms. Boyer, and Mr. Falkey for their leadership.
As we look ahead, we are preparing for our SOL assessments, which begin May 7 and continue through the end of the month. Students are engaging in steady, spiral review during intervention and extension time, with instruction grounded in current student data. This approach allows us to both reinforce key skills and extend learning where students are ready, ensuring each child is supported for success.
We are also continuing to see strong progress in student attendance. I am proud to share that our chronic absenteeism rate has improved to 6.2%, the lowest in our pyramid. This growth reflects the shared commitment between school and home. Consistent attendance has a direct impact on student learning, confidence, and connection to school, and we are grateful for your partnership in making this possible for our Bees.
Throughout the week, I continued classroom visits, staff collaboration, and partnership with our Region and central office teams, all grounded in our focus on the FCPS Instructional Framework and continuous improvement. I was also honored to represent Herndon at our Region 1 principals meeting and share a “mission moment” highlighting the impact of our collective work.
Finally, it was a joy to celebrate our students at the Science Olympiad at Oakton High School last weekend. Their effort, teamwork, and success reflect the many ways our students are growing and excelling. Special thanks to our parent volunteers and our wonderful sponsors Ms. Deshong and Ms. Helton.
As we move through the final stretch of the school year, we remain committed to supporting academic growth, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring every student feels a strong sense of belonging.
Thank you for being an important part of our school community.
In Your Service,
Dr. Vereb
Herndon Elementary School Principal
📸Snapshots from Principal Vereb
Career Day 2026
Airline pilots, artists, STEM professions, teachers, and more! Over 50 careers were represented at our Herndon ES Career Day! Thank you to Ms. Bryant who has been doing this for 29 years and our amazing counseling team, Mr. Falkey and Ms. Boyer, for putting all this together. Our young Bees were excited to learn!
We would like to give a big shout out to the presenters who came from all walks of life and took time out of their busy day to share their careers with our students.
Thank you to our wonderful teachers, staff, volunteers, and PTA who guided the students with making their briefcases and business cards, set up and break down of the event, donating food for breakfast and lunch, and clean up!
"Thank a Teacher" for Teacher Appreciation Week
Dear HES families,
Yesterday, we sent blank notes home in your child's Thursday folder for you and your child to write or draw a note of appreciation.
These notes of appreciation truly touch our teachers' hearts.❤️
Don't forget to put the teacher's name and your child's name on it. Feel free to send in notes for as many teachers as you want!
HES Spring Community Sale
April 30
Thursday
April 30th, 2026
HERNDON ELEMENTARY GYMNASIUM
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Families are welcome to come and shop for gently used spring and summer clothing, shoes, hats, and accessories for all ages. Plus, toys, home decor, and more!
PROCEEDS FROM OUR EVENT WILL HELP SUPPORT FAMILIES IN NEED AT OUR SCHOOL.
COST: $5 PER BAG TO FILL WITH YOUR FINDS!
WIN BIG AT OUR COMMUNITY RAFFLE!
HES SOL (Standards of Learning) Schedule for Grades 3-6
SAVE the DATES! Students in grades 3-6 will be taking their SOL (Standards of Learning) tests beginning May 7. A good night's sleep, breakfast, and being to school on time will help the students relax. Also, please try not to schedule appointments the day of testing.
Click here for the schedule.
Herndon Elementary School
 Our Amazon Wish List has recently been updated with Teacher and Staff Appreciation requests needed for the week of May 4-8.
Thank you to those who have already donated! With your help, we will be able to give our teachers and staff the best Teacher Appreciation Week!
Please consider sharing the link with your families and school community.
We are grateful for your partnership in supporting our school community.
 Order your Herndon Elementary School yearbook NOW! The dealine to order is Friday, May 1.
The cost is $15 each.
Submit your order online through www.myschoolbucks.com.
Note: If you cannot order online or don't remember if you've already ordered, please call Mrs. Perez at 703-326-3109.
🐝Herndon ES Kindergarten Registration Open
2026-27 School Year
Registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the necessary teachers and resources in place on the first day of school. A child may enter kindergarten for this coming school year if he or she turns five on or before September 30, 2026.
If you have not registered your child, we are scheduling appointments for all rising kindergartners. We have Spanish translators in the office and can arrange for other languages as well. Please contact Shermin Sirajudin, our Student Information Assistant, by email at ssirajudin@fcps.edu or by phone at 703-326-3100.
Visit the Herndon ES registration webpage for more details.
District News
In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
- In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Student Awards and Recognitions
- Military Child of the Year Finalist
- Required Immunizations Reminder
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
 Follow the Herndon Elementary renovation progress which is located on the FCPS website by clicking here.
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Herndon Elementary Phone Numbers:
- Health Room 703-326-3110
- Cafeteria 703-326-3121
- Attendance 703-326-3131
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Herndon Elementary Email:
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📸(Left to Right): Mrs. Cosgrove, Dr. Vereb, Mrs. Holliday, and Mrs. Baxter
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