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2025-26 FCPS School Calendar
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 As 6th graders, these Herndon ES alumni didn't get their 6th grade Promotion Ceremony due to the year of the pandemic, 2020. Look at them now! Congratulations to the class of 2026!
  Message from Principal Vereb
🐝Principal Reflections from the Hive | Celebrating Growth, Honoring Milestones, and Looking Ahead
As we approach the final days of the school year, this week provided many opportunities to celebrate the growth, achievements, and bright futures of our students. From promotion ceremonies and special celebrations to planning for next year, there was a great deal of joy throughout our school community.
We began the week with important work focused on supporting every learner. Our staff engaged in MTSS Core Team meetings, class placement discussions, and Summit testing for our multilingual learners as we continued planning thoughtfully for the year ahead. I also had the opportunity to meet with our new Instructional Coach, Christopher Fitzgerald, who will officially join the Herndon Elementary team in July. We are excited to welcome his expertise and leadership as we continue strengthening instruction and student support.
One of the week's most memorable moments took place on Tuesday as we welcomed back former Herndon Bees and members of the Class of 2026 for our annual Legacy Walk. Joined by students from Westfield High School, South Lakes High School, and Herndon High School, our graduating seniors walked through the halls where many of their educational journeys began. Current Herndon Bees lined the hallways with cheers, smiles, and high-fives, creating a powerful reminder of the impact of public education and the bright futures ahead for our students.
We also celebrated important milestones for our youngest and oldest learners. Congratulations to the students in Mrs. Seaton's and Ms. Mufti's PreK classes who participated in their promotion ceremonies this week. We are equally proud of our sixth-grade students, whose promotion ceremony and celebration highlighted their accomplishments and readiness for the next chapter of their educational journey.
While the summer heat required us to adjust some plans, our students, staff, and families embraced the changes and helped create memorable celebrations filled with pride and joy. Field Day was another highlight of the week. A special thank you goes to our Specials Team for their flexibility and creativity in quickly adjusting plans and bringing the excitement indoors when weather conditions changed. Our students had a wonderful time participating in activities that promoted teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun.
This week also reinforced the importance of family voice and partnership. I had the privilege of joining our Family Liaison, Mrs. Mendoza Alvarado, and Herndon Elementary parents at the FCPS Gatehouse Administration Center to participate in a Multilingual Learner Parent Panel. Their thoughtful perspectives helped senior leaders better understand how FCPS can continue strengthening support for the more than 35,000 multilingual learners across our division. We are grateful to the families who shared their experiences and represented our community so well.
Throughout the week, we celebrated students who demonstrated academic growth and achievement through our SOL celebrations and recognized multilingual learners during our WIDA celebration. These moments reflect the dedication of our students, families, and staff and align closely with FCPS's commitment to ensuring every student feels supported, challenged, and prepared for future success.
As the school year comes to a close, I am filled with gratitude for our students, staff, families, PTA, and community partners who make Herndon Elementary such a special place. Thank you for your partnership, support, and commitment to our shared mission of helping every Bee learn, grow, and thrive.
Have a wonderful weekend, and congratulations to all of our students and families celebrating important milestones during this season of transition and accomplishment.
In Your Service,
Dr. Monika Vereb
Herndon Elementary School Principal
📸Snapshots from Principal Vereb
Sixth grade promotion, PreK graduation, Ms. Bryant's retirement honor, and having fun at indoor Field Day!
Calendar Reminder
As a reminder, the last day of the 2025-26 school year is this Wednesday, June 17. ALL students at Herndon ES will be dismissed 2 hours early at 2:05 pm. If your child takes the bus, please be a the bus stop 2 hours earlier than normal. See the complete school year calendar.
Report cards and 2026-27 supply lists will go home in students' backpacks.
Summer Office Hours
9:00 am-12:00 pm
Closed June 19 and July 3
Please call 703-326-3100 for an afternoon appointment or email:
Jenn Flora at jhflora@fcps.edu
Information available on our website: herndones.fcps.edu
Thank you and have a great summer!
Herndon ES PTA, Volunteers, Mentors, Families, and Community!
We are so grateful to our incredible Herndon ES support system! First, we would like to thank the entire PTA board and members for their creative ideas, outstanding leadership, immense generosity, and countless hours. They are all parents who volunteer their time for the school, our staff, and students.
Thank you to ALL of the volunteers and mentors at Herndon ES! They are parents, former parents, grandparents, Herndon Middle and High school students, college students, and community members. You help our bees keep buzzing!
Thank you to our long time business partner, Trinity Presbyterian Church, and their members and volunteers who have supported our school in countless ways. Also, thank you to She Believes in Me, GrandInvolve, and Bechtel for their generosity.
Thank you to the Herndon community and our global community who continue to support our young bees with their hearts and generosity. Our wings spread far and wide.
Summer Device Checkout at Herndon Elementary
Herndon Elementary is offering optional summer device checkouts to support continued student learning at home through self-paced programs like ST Math and Benchmark Universe.
Students are not required to take their devices for the summer. If you want your child to have a device this summer, please complete the Summer Device Request Form by Wednesday, June 17th.
Tips for Managing Screen Time
To help maintain a healthy media balance at home, we encourage you to:
Set expectations: Establish clear rules for when and how the device is used.
Monitor use: Use Lightspeed parent tools to track activity and pause internet access during non-school hours.
Stay informed: Talk to your child about healthy digital habits and explore our Media Balance and Well-Being Toolkit for Families.
If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thank you for partnering with us to support your student's success!
HES Health Room End of the Year Medication Pickup Reminder
Dear Parent or Guardian: The Herndon Elementary 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, 2:05 pm, 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.
Last Chance to get a
Herndon ES Yearbook!
You can still buy your Herndon ES yearbook in the main office! The deadline has been EXTENDED to June 17 or while supplies last.
- $15.00 each
- Submit order online through www.myschoolbucks.com
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Cash accepted (exact amount required)
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Checks accepted payable to Herndon Elementary School
Class Pictures
Did you miss the chance to order your child’s class picture? We have some extra class pictures for sale in the office, while supplies last. The cost is $14, and you can pay with cash or check (payable to Herndon Elementary).
Paying by cash? Exact amount required. The office cannot make change.
2026-27 School Supply Lists
We look forward to welcoming you and your child to Herndon ES for the 2026-27 school year!
Our teachers have prepared a list of supplies that your child will need for school. You may shop for these during the summer and bring them with you to the Back to School Bash on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Click here to access the grade level school supply lists on our Herndon ES website.
HES Renovation Breakfast Menu
5/28 - 6/17 2026
Exciting updates are coming to our kitchen! While renovations are underway starting May 28th, we’ll be serving a modified menu. You can find the revised meal schedules below.
Monday - Friday: Bagel w/ Cream Cheese, Assorted Cereal, Assorted whole fruit and/or fruit juice.
Daily Milk Options: Unflavored Fat-Free or Unflavored Low-Fat
Daily Cereal Options: Cinnamon Chex, Blueberry Chex,
Honey Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch 25% Reduced Sugar
• Whole fruit options: Apple, Orange, Banana, Pear
• 100% Juice options: Orange Tangerine, Apple
• Condiments: Cream Cheese, Natural Grape Jam
HES Renovation Lunch Menu
5/28 - 6/17 2026
Monday: Cheeseburger or Chickenless Bites w/ Roll
Tuesday: Crispy Chicken Sandwich or Vegan Burger
Wednesday: Chicken Tenders w/ Roll or Chickenless Bites
Thursday: Cheeseburger or Vegan Burger
Friday: Chicken Tenders w/ Roll or Chickenless Bites w/ Roll
Monday - Friday:
PB&J Power Pack, Yogurt Power Pack, Baby Carrots, Assorted Vegetable,
Assorted Fruit, Apple Crisps
Daily Milk Options: Unflavored Fat-Free, Unflavored Low-Fat or Flavored Fat-Free
• Vegetable options: Baby Carrots, Cucumber Slices, Broccoli, Cherry Tomatoes,
Red Pepper Strips, Corn
• Fresh fruit options: Apple, Orange, Banana, Pear
• Condiments: Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Ranch Dressing
HES Countdown to Summer!
 Click here to read the text in English.
Haz clic aquí para leer el texto en español.
Community News
Unearth a Story With
Summer Reading at the Library
The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure will take place from Wednesday, June 17, to Wednesday, August 19. Visit the Summer Reading webpage to learn how to sign up to participate and earn prizes!
Children’s Summer Reading Festival
Fairfax Library Foundation will celebrate FCPL’s annual summer reading program with a free Children’s Summer Reading Festival at the Fairfax County Government Center on Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Families can enjoy games, crafts, face painting, a bounce house, snacks, and other activities.
Herndon Camp on the Go!
Free Drop-In Program for Kids!
Explore. Play. Belong.
June 23–August 7, 2026
2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Locations & Days:
Alabama Drive Park | Tuesdays and Thursdays
Chandon Park | Wednesdays and Fridays
Camp On The Go is a free drop-in program offered by Herndon Parks & Recreation. Children can enjoy games,crafts, activities, and special visits from community partners throughout the summer.
Ages:
Elementary-aged children 5-12
Rain Plan:
Camp will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
No sign-up, no cost—just come to the park and have fun!
Free Things This Summer
For more information on what will be offered by Herndon Parks and Recreation this summer, click the link below:
www.herndon-va.gov/departments/recreation
These materials are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or this school.
Herndon Elementary School
 Please help support Herndon Elementary by checking our Amazon Wishlist each week.
Amazon Wish List
Consider sharing the link with your families and school community. We are grateful for your partnership!
🐝Herndon ES Kindergarten Registration Open
2026-27 School Year
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:
- Celebrating Graduates
- Early Release Days for Next Year
- SAT School Day Accommodations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
 Follow the Herndon Elementary renovation progress which is located on the FCPS website by clicking here.
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- Health Room 703-326-3110
- Cafeteria 703-326-3121
- Attendance 703-326-3131
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