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2026-27 FCPS School Calendar
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October 8: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Adventure Theatre
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October 9: Kindergarten Field Trip to Cox Farms
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October 10: iPFIT Saturday, 9:00a.m–1:00p.m
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October 12: No School | Indigenous Peoples' Day
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October 13: Family Science Night, 6:00p.m–7:30p.m
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October 16: Fall Picture Day
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October 23: Principal Coffee & Chat with Mayor Leblanc
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October 24: Fall Festival
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October 26: Community Meeting Regarding Renovation Project
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October 27: 1st Grade Field Trip to Great Country Farms
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October 27: 4th Grade Field Trip to GMU (NSO Performance)
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October 28: Family Summit Engagement Night
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October 29: Advanced Academic Screening Information Night
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October 30: 2 Hour Early Release | End of Quarter 1
  Dear Herndon ES Families,
It has been a purposeful week at Herndon, with our team focused on student learning, timely support, and strong partnerships with families.
Classroom visits in first, fifth, and sixth grades gave school leaders the opportunity to see students engaged in learning and collaborate with teachers around instruction. Our staff also continued strengthening support for students developing foundational reading skills and coordinating ways to help every child make progress.
Attendance remains an important part of that work. Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 5.4%, which is 4.7 percentage points lower than it was at this point last year. We have also made steady progress in recent years, moving from 15.6% in 2023–2024 to 12.3% in 2024–2025 and 4.5% at the end of 2025–2026. Our Quarter 1 Early Release Wednesday was successful in helping students recover missed days through attendance make-up opportunities. Our team will debrief the experience as we plan for Quarter 2. If you have feedback to help us strengthen the next Early Release Wednesday, please email me at mgvereb1@fcps.edu.
On Monday, I supported Area 4 transportation interviews. I shared our school’s perspective as the team works to identify the supervisor best suited to support Herndon and the 13 buses that transport our students to and from school each day.
As we continue to expand STEAM and Advanced Academic opportunities for all learners, we are intentionally creating experiences that allow students to develop expertise, explore their interests, and discover their talents. Today, our fifth graders will participate in a special Space Day experience with volunteers from Lockheed Martin. Students will rotate through hands-on learning stations in their classrooms and may even have the opportunity to participate in small rocket launches. Experiences like Space Day bring learning to life, encourage curiosity and deeper thinking, and give students opportunities to learn alongside professionals with real-world expertise. We are grateful to Lockheed Martin for partnering with Herndon and helping us create meaningful learning opportunities for our students.
Today is also National Custodian Appreciation Day. We are celebrating our custodial team with a meal and certificates of appreciation in recognition of the care and hard work they bring to our school each day to support students and staff. Please join me in thanking them for all they do.
Looking ahead, next Monday we will welcome our monthly visit from the Office of School Support and engage in learning walks in kindergarten, fourth, and fifth grade classrooms. These visits help us reflect on teaching and learning and strengthen the support we provide students.
We continue preparing for the next phase of our building renovation and look forward to sharing more with families as the transition to our new wing approaches. Thank you for trusting us with your children and for being our partners in their learning.
That is what growth looks like at the Hive: learning, building, and growing together. 🐝
Dr. Monika Vereb
Principal, Herndon Elementary School
  Herndon Elementary students and staff learning together, reading books, and spending time in classrooms. Ms. Cosgrove and student pose together by a school welcome sign.
Herndon Elementary 5th Graders taking part in Lockheed Martin Space Day Experience with volunteers. Students listen to Lockheed Martin Space presenters and work on activities.
Families and community members are invited to attend a meeting about the Herndon Elementary School renovation project on October 27 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the cafeteria.
 Join us for Family Science Night on October 13, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, brought to you by the Children’s Science Center Lab. Activities include: Stacking Currency: Building Financial Literacy, Monster Math: Creating with Probability, Forensic Fun: Mystery Solved, among others. Students will be participating in these hands-on experiments, specially designed to provoke interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects.
 Despite the temperature today, the PTA has Fall on their mind and we’re gearing up for a big one! Check out all we have going on below and bee 🐝 sure to visit our website at herndonespta.givebacks.com to learn more, join the PTA, or make a donation—every contribution makes a difference! Follow us on Facebook (Herndon Elementary School PTA) and Instagram (@herndonesPTA) for the latest updates.
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Join us for the Herndon Elementary School Fall Festival on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM! This free community event features trunk-or-treating (don't forget to bring a candy bag!), free pizza and drinks, a DJ spinning beats all afternoon, face painting, balloon animals, and exciting raffles to win brand-new bikes or art classes at Monroe Art Studio.
We need your help to make this event a success! ❤️
🙋♀️ Want to volunteer? Sign up HERE
🚗 Want to decorate your car for Trunk-or-Treat? Sign up HERE
Trunk or Treat
Please use this (LINK) to sign up to host a trunk at our trunk or treat section of our Fall Festival.
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Candy Donations
If you're unable to volunteer to help at our Fall Festival, please consider donating wrapped candy for our trunk-or-treaters—every contribution is greatly appreciated! Donations of bags of candy can be dropped off in the Main Office.
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Time to show off your school spirit with all the swag. Did we mention there's pajama pants?? Order by 10/16 to pick up at the school. View Spirit Wear and Order Today!
Chess, Robotics, Hip Hop Dance, Basketball, and MORE! We can't wait to see what passions our Bees will explore. View all Offerings and Register Today!
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Conversaciones Comunitarias Directamente con la Dra. Reid
Acompáñenos en una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias que se llevarán a cabo en diferentes lugares de la división escolar. Estas reuniones están abiertas a todos, incluyendo familias, estudiantes, y miembros de la comunidad. Puede asistir al evento que le resulte más conveniente, aunque no se lleve a cabo en su escuela o comunidad. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir sus opiniones, conversar directamente con la Dra. Reid y hacerle preguntas sobre temas importantes para nuestra comunidad de FCPS.
No es necesario inscribirse, pero hacerlo nos ayuda con la planificación.
FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place.
Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff.
Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place.
A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.
Cambio en el calendario: Eid al-Fitr
FCPS marcará el comienzo de Eid al-Fitr con un día de conmemoración únicamente durante la noche del lunes, 8 de marzo. Habrá clases ese día, pero no se llevarán a cabo eventos ni actividades importantes patrocinadas por la escuela, como audiciones o pruebas para equipos.
El martes, 9 de marzo, será un día festivo para estudiantes y personal.
El miércoles, 10 de marzo, será un día de conmemoración. Habrá clases, pero no se realizarán ciertas actividades que no puedan recuperarse, como exámenes importantes, excursiones o eventos obligatorios.
Se ha publicado un nuevo calendario del año escolar que refleja este cambio. Tenga en cuenta que los días festivos y de conmemoración que aparecen en el calendario pueden cambiar según la observación prevista del calendario lunar.
As part of the Fairfax County School Board’s Annual School-Based Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Assessment, the FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are inviting parents and caregivers to share their experiences traveling to and from school.
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss and ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns.
Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security. The five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15.
Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school.
If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
Encuesta para padres y tutores sobre rutas seguras a la escuela
Como parte de la Evaluación Anual de Seguridad Vial y Peatonal en las Escuelas de la Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax, la Oficina de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS y el programa “Safe Routes to School” (Rutas Seguras a la Escuela) invitan a padres y tutores a compartir sus experiencias al trasladarse hacia y desde la escuela.
La Encuesta sobre Seguridad Vial y Peatonal incluye preguntas sobre las rutas para caminar y andar en bicicleta, el tráfico cerca de las escuelas, las experiencias en las áreas de kiss and ride, la accesibilidad y otras inquietudes relacionadas con la seguridad.
Sus comentarios ayudarán a FCPS a identificar problemas comunes. Sus respuestas se mantendrán confidenciales y se compartirán con los administradores escolares y la Oficina de Seguridad y Protección. La encuesta toma aproximadamente cinco minutos y estará disponible hasta el jueves, 15 de octubre.
Asegúrese de indicar la escuela relacionada con sus comentarios e incluir los lugares específicos donde haya observado algún problema de seguridad. Si tiene estudiantes en diferentes escuelas de FCPS, complete una encuesta por separado para cada escuela
Si tiene preguntas sobre la encuesta, comuníquese con SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
FCPS is exploring a plan to offer Full-Time Advanced Academic Program (AAP) services at every middle school. Under the proposal, students who qualify could attend their neighborhood middle school and take advanced classes with other AAP students. The School Board has approved community engagement at Franklin, Hayfield, Holmes, Key, and Whitman middle schools, where programs could open for the 2027-28 school year. The proposal is still under consideration, and the School Board is expected to make a decision in December.
Each community meeting offers in-person and virtual participation. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for:
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Franklin Middle: Monday, October 5, at 6 p.m.
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Holmes Middle: Thursday, October 15, at 6 p.m.
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Whitman Middle: Thursday, October 22, at 6 p.m.
Current middle school students will remain at their assigned AAP centers through middle school. Learn more and find meeting sign-up forms on the Middle School AAP Centers page.
FCPS solicita la opinión de la Comunidad sobre los Centros AAP en las Escuelas Intermedias
FCPS está explorando un plan para ofrecer servicios del Programa Académico Avanzado (AAP) de Tiempo Completo en todas las escuelas intermedias. Según la propuesta, los estudiantes que reúnan los requisitos podrían asistir a la escuela intermedia de su vecindario y tomar clases avanzadas junto con otros estudiantes de AAP. La Junta Escolar ha aprobado un proceso de participación comunitaria en las escuelas intermedias Franklin, Hayfield, Holmes, Key y Whitman, donde estos programas podrían comenzar durante el año escolar 2027-28. La propuesta continúa bajo consideración y se espera que la Junta Escolar tome una decisión en diciembre de 2026.
Cada reunión comunitaria ofrecerá opciones de participación presencial y virtual. Las próximas reuniones están programadas para:
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Escuela Intermedia Franklin: lunes, 5 de octubre, a las 6 p.m.
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Escuela Intermedia Holmes: jueves, 15 de octubre, a las 6 p.m.
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Escuela Intermedia Whitman: jueves, 22 de octubre, a las 6 p.m.
Cada reunión contará con una opción presencial y otra virtual. Los estudiantes que actualmente cursan la escuela intermedia permanecerán en sus centros AAP asignados hasta completar este nivel escolar. Conozca más y encuentre los formularios de inscripción para las reuniones en la página de Centros AAP de las Escuelas Intermedias.
Social-emotional learning (SEL) helps children develop confidence, resilience, self-awareness, and other important skills that support their success in school and throughout life. Join a workshop for parents and caregivers to:
- Understand your child’s Fairfax County SEL Screener results.
- Use the results as a starting point for meaningful conversations at home.
- Support your child’s social and emotional development.
- Build confidence, resilience, and lifelong skills together.
Learn practical ways to talk with your child about their social and emotional well-being and support their continued growth at home. Events will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, at Skyview High School and Wednesday, October 21, at Kingstowne Regional Library. View additional dates on the FCPS Family Academy webpage.
Childcare will be available. Interpretation services are available upon request. For more information, contact the Family and School Partnerships office at 703-204-4300 or FamilyEngagement@fcps.edu.
Crecer juntos: cómo hablar sobre el aprendizaje socioemocional en casa
El aprendizaje socioemocional (SEL, por sus siglas en inglés) ayuda a los niños a desarrollar confianza, resiliencia, autoconocimiento así como otras habilidades importantes que contribuyen a su éxito en la escuela y a lo largo de la vida.
Acompáñenos a un taller dirigido a padres y tutores donde podrán:
- Comprender los resultados de la evaluación SEL de su estudiante en el Condado de Fairfax.
- Utilizar los resultados como punto de partida para conversaciones significativas en casa.
- Apoyar el desarrollo social y emocional de su estudiante.
- Desarrollar juntos confianza, resiliencia y habilidades para toda la vida.
Conozca maneras prácticas de conversar con su estudiante sobre su bienestar social y emocional y de apoyar su crecimiento continuo desde casa. Los eventos se llevarán a cabo de 6:30 a 8 p.m. el jueves, 8 de octubre, en Skyview High School, y el miércoles, 21 de octubre, en Kingstowne Regional Library. Consulte fechas adicionales en el sitio web de Family Academy de FCPS.
Habrá cuidado infantil disponible. Los servicios de interpretación de idiomas estarán disponibles previa solicitud. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la Oficina de Colaboración entre Familias y Escuelas al 703-204-4300 o escriba a FamilyEngagement@fcps.edu.
All family members and caregivers are invited to attend monthly Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Family Training to learn how to support and teach students with autism and related disorders. No registration is needed.
Virtual trainings take place at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join a session. Upcoming topics include:
- Autism and ABA Overview on Wednesday, October 14. It is highly recommended that you attend this session before any future sessions.
- Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home on Wednesday, November 18.
- Toilet Training on Wednesday, December 9.
- Managing Challenging Behaviors at Home on Wednesday, January 13.
- Communication: A Foundation for Independence on Wednesday, February 10.
Visit the ABA webpage for a full list of classes. Need an interpreter? Contact Stephanie Watkins two weeks before the training at 571-423-4110 or sawatkins@fcps.edu.
Conozca el Análisis Aplicado de la Conducta y cómo enseñar nuevas habilidades en casa
Invitamos a todos los familiares y tutores a participar en las capacitaciones mensuales para familias sobre Análisis Aplicado de la Conducta (ABA), donde podrán aprender cómo apoyar y enseñar a estudiantes con autismo y trastornos relacionados. No es necesario inscribirse.
Las capacitaciones virtuales se ofrecen a las 10 a.m. y 7 p.m. Únase a la sesión. Los próximos temas incluyen:
- Introducción al autismo y ABA, el miércoles, 14 de octubre. (Se recomienda especialmente asistir a esta sesión antes de participar en futuras capacitaciones.)
- Cómo priorizar las habilidades que se enseñan en casa, el miércoles, 18 de noviembre.
- Entrenamiento para ir al baño, el miércoles, 9 de diciembre.
- Cómo manejar conductas desafiantes en casa, el miércoles, 13 de enero.
- Comunicación: una base para la independencia, el miércoles, 10 de febrero
Visite la página web de ABA para consultar la lista completa de capacitaciones. ¿Necesita un intérprete? Comuníquese con Stephanie Watkins al 571-423-4110 o escriba a sawatkins@fcps.edu al menos dos semanas antes de la capacitación.
Help your child prepare for future success by encouraging them to develop positive attendance habits. Regular attendance supports learning and helps students stay on track for college, careers, and other opportunities after graduation.
Take a look at the FCPS calendar. Try your best to schedule any vacations or planned family events on weekends and school holidays. If the appointment needs to be during the school day, when possible, schedule it for the beginning or end of the day to minimize time missed.
If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or appointment, please report the absence to our school as early as possible. Find out how to report an absence on our homepage or call the front office.
If you or your family need any kind of support, please let us know. We are here for you! Visit the FCPS Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.
Cómo entender el calendario de FCPS
Ayude a preparar a su estudiante para el futuro animándolo a desarrollar buenos hábitos de asistencia. Asistir regularmente a la escuela favorece el aprendizaje y ayuda a los estudiantes a mantenerse encaminados hacia la universidad, una carrera profesional y otras oportunidades después de graduarse.
Consulte el calendario de FCPS. En la medida de lo posible, programe sus vacaciones o actividades familiares durante los fines de semana y días festivos escolares. Si una cita debe realizarse durante el día escolar, trate de programarla al principio o al final del día para reducir el tiempo de clases que su estudiante perderá.
Si su estudiante necesita faltar a la escuela debido a una enfermedad o una cita, reporte la ausencia lo antes posible .Aprenda cómo reportar una ausencia en nuestra página principal o llame a la oficina principal.
Si usted o su familia necesitan algún tipo de apoyo, comuníquese con su escuela. ¡Estamos aquí para ustedes! Visite la página de asistencia de FCPS para encontrar consejos y estrategias.
FCPS News In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
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- College Prep Resources
- Life in the Community Fair
- Calendar Update: Eid al-Fitr
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Novedades de FCPS En caso de que no haya visto el boletín Esta Semana en FCPS, la división escolar compartió novedades sobre los siguientes temas:
- Recursos para prepararse para la Universidad
- Feria de Recursos para la Transición a la Vida en la Comunidad
- Actualización del calendario: Eid al-Fitr
Lea “Esta Semana en FCPS” para que conozca más acerca de estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, por favor, suscríbase hoy.
Follow Herndon Elementary School and our PTA on Instagram for school highlights, important updates, upcoming events, and ways to stay involved in our community.
📱Herndon Elementary: @herndonelementaryschool
📱Herndon Elementary PTA: @herndones_pta
We look forward to connecting with you!
 Stay Connected: Encouraging community stakeholders to follow Herndon ES on social media
 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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