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 Herndon's Senior Spotlight
Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future
Herndon's annual Legacy Walk is a cherished tradition where graduating seniors dress in their caps and gowns to walk the halls of their former elementary and middle schools. This full-circle journey allows seniors to celebrate their educational roots while inspiring younger students by providing a tangible glimpse of their own future potential.
Celebrating the Class of 2026
Herndon proudly celebrated the Class of 2026 at graduation on Friday, June 12 at EagleBank Arena. The ceremony marked the culmination of years of hard work and perseverance, as students reflected on their journey and looked ahead to bright futures
June 15: Underclassmen Final Exams: 1st & 2nd Periods
June 16: Underclassmen Final Exams: 3rd & 5th Periods
June 17: Last Day of School, 10:30 am Dismissal
June 18: Teacher Work Day
June 19: Holiday | Juneteenth
Herndon HS Calendar of Events
Underclassmen Finals Week
Tuesday, June 16: Underclassmen Final Exams
Half-Day Bell Schedule
- 8:10 - 9:40: 3rd Pd Exam
- 9:50 - 11:20: 5th Pd Exam
- 11:20: Dismissal
- 11:20 - 11:30: Grab and Go Lunch, Cafeteria
Wednesday, June 17: Two-Hour Day Schedule
- 8:10 - 8:23: 1st Pd Class
- 8:30 - 8:40: 2nd Pd Class
- 8:47 - 8:57: 3rd Pd Class
- 9:04 - 9:14: 5th Pd Class
- 9:21 - 9:31: 6th Pd Class
- 9:38 - 9:48: 7th Pd Class
- 9:55 - 10:05: 8th Pd Class
- 10:10: Dismissal (No Lunch)
Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)
The last day of the school year is Wednesday, June 17, and students will be dismissed early. Check with your child's school for its individual dismissal time.
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Juneteenth (Holiday)
Friday, June 19, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Schools and offices will be closed.
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Calendar Survey
FCPS values your input as we plan future school calendars. On Friday, June 5, all caregivers and FCPS staff will receive an email from noreply@fcps.edu containing a unique link to complete the FCPS Calendar Survey.
Your feedback matters. Please take a few minutes to share your priorities and perspectives by Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m.
Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will not be shared with school staff or used in any way that identifies you or your student. Only aggregate, summary-level results will be reported to the Fairfax County School Board.
If you do not receive a link to the survey or have technical difficulties completing the survey, please contact the FCPS Office of Research and Program Evaluation.
☀️ Summer Office Hours
Herndon High School's summer office hours are 9:00 am to 1:00 pm starting Monday, June 22nd. The building will be closed on July 3rd in observance of the holidays. Please plan accordingly and enjoy your summer!
Are you taking Geometry this upcoming fall? Transitioning into a new math class can feel a bit daunting, but you don't have to do it alone. To help you feel completely prepared and confident, we are hosting a Math Summer Boot Camp!
This camp is specifically designed for incoming Geometry students and will focus on reviewing important Algebra skills so you can hit the ground running next school year.
📅 Camp Details:
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Who: Incoming Geometry students.
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When: Monday, August 10th through Thursday, August 13th.
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Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
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Where: Herndon High School.
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Sign-Up Deadline: Register by July 1st.
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How to Sign Up: Secure your spot at https://tinyurl.com/hornetbc.
Don't let summer brain drain catch you off guard. Reviewing these fundamental skills now means less stress in the fall. Sign up before the deadline to lock in your spot! If you have questions, please contact Maria Fuentes at mafuentes@fcps.edu or Liz Grozis at ergrozis@fcps.edu.
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Updated FCPS Cellphone Policy Starts July 1: No Phones or Devices During Lunch for High School Students
Under a new Virginia cellphone law (SB108) and the updated FCPS Cellphone Policy, high school students at FCPS will no longer be able to use cellphones and other smart devices during lunch time, starting July 1. This includes watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other items connected to the internet. During the school day, including during lunch time, high school students will have to keep cellphones and other smart devices off and stored in a locker, backpack, pouch, purse, etc. This policy does not apply to school-issued devices. Visit the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage for more information.
Class of 2027 Senior Portraits
Victor O’Neill Studios, your school's official photographer, will be at Herndon on July 1, 2 and 6 for senior portraits. Don't miss this chance to be in the yearbook, with traditional tuxedos and drapes provided for the required pose. Book your session, which can also include casual and cap and gown portraits, at https://www.vosphoto.com/herndon; appointments are required. Additional information is available on the Herndon HS website. Questions? seniors@vosphoto.com.
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The math department has posted recommended summer enrichment resources to the HHS website. https://herndonhs.fcps.edu/features/summer-assignments. These review assignments will help students prepare fully for their math courses next fall.
SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT 2026
SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams for the 2026-27 school year will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 7, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th grade students
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports
Because these exams are operated by the College Board, students do not automatically receive testing accommodations or multilingual learner (ML) supports.
If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 3, to request new or updated College Board testing accommodations.
If you have a multilingual learner entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, please review the ML support request process and return forms by Thursday, August 27, if you wish to request ML support for the October 2026 PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day.
Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS. Additional details are available on the Herndon HS website.
Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Through June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, you can view a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
Most scores are available in SIS ParentVUE. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families.
Websites for each test provide report translations and help with understanding test results. Please contact our front office with any testing questions or for additional information about how our school and teachers use test results to support student success.
Scroll Smart. Post Smart. Stay Safe.
The Fairfax County Police Department encourages teens and parents to stay informed, have open conversations about digital safety, and practice smart online habits throughout the summer months. Read recommendations to stay safe online this summer.
Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE
Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success! Caregivers can view important information like attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores through ParentVUE.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. It is available online and as a mobile app for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up to date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View additional details about ParentVUE.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay Connected
On Wednesday, July 29, FCPS families who haven't activated their ParentVUE account will receive an email with the subject “Fairfax County Public Schools ParentVUE Activation Letter.”
The email will include instructions to activate a ParentVUE account. If you don’t have an account and don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder or open a Parent Support Request. After July 29, families may also contact Ms. Silvestre at 703.810.2223 and idsilvestre@fcps.edu to request a printed activation letter or a new activation key, if needed.
All families are encouraged to activate their accounts as soon as possible to ensure they receive immediate access to important student information and school communications.
For assistance activating your account, please contact our front office. For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.
How to Talk With Your Teens So They Won’t Skip What You Say
Strong communication is key to supporting your student's mental health. FCPS provides guidance on how to have short, impactful conversations with your teen about difficult subjects such as fentanyl and overdoses.
Learn more about how to have conversations with your child in a way that will make you unskippable
FCPS News
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.
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