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October 19-24: 🎉Homecoming Spirit Week 2026
October 19-24: Virginia College Application Week
October 19: 👠 Comfy vs Classy Day!
October 20: 🔙 Backwards Day!
October 20: 2027 Virginia Summer Residential Governor’s Schools Interest Meeting, Stinger 6, Library (Belpre Room)
October 20: Herndon Chorus Pyramid Concert, 6:30 pm, Auditorium
October 21: 🩷 Pink Out!
October 22: 🌍 Rep Your Roots Day!
October 22: Orchestra Fall Concert, 7:00 pm, Auditorium
October 23: 🩶🤍❤️🖤 Class Color Day! 📣 Pep Rally, 🏈 Powerpuff Game (6–7 PM), 🔥Bonfire (7–9 PM)
October 24: 🎉Parade at 9:30 AM in Downtown Herndon, 🏈 Football Game at 1:00 PM, 💃The Dance from 7–10 PM
Herndon HS Calendar of Events
Monday 10/19: 👠Comfy vs Classy Day!
- Rock your comfiest, coziest clothes OR dress to the nines in your finest formal wear
- Rocking either theme? Stop by Miss Grogan or Mrs. Giddens room for a prize!
Tuesday 10/20: 🔙 Backwards Day!
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Turn your hats and hoodies on backwards!
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If you're repping the theme on Tuesday, Leadership will reward you with treats OR accessories to wear on Wednesday
Wednesday 10/21: 🩷 Pink Out!
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On Wednesdays, WE WEAR PINK
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Pink clothes, pink shoes, pink accessories!
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Of course, prizes from Miss Grogan and Mrs. Giddens
Thursday 10/22: 🌍 Rep Your Roots Day!
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Time to show some PRIDE
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Wear your country's jersey, colors, or flag
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Rep your hometown, where you live now, or where your family is from!
Friday 10/23: 🩶🤍❤️🖤Class Color Day!
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Seniors:🖤Black
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Juniors:❤️ Red
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Sophomores: 🩶 Gray
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Freshmen: 🤍White
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Staff: CHOOSE!
- 📣 Pep Rally on the Field!
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Friday Night Events:
- 🏈 Powerpuff Game (6–7 PM): Come cheer on the juniors vs. seniors!
- 🔥 Bonfire (7–9 PM): Join us for some music, games, and s'mores!
Saturday 10/24
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🎉Parade: 9:30 AM in Downtown Herndon
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🏈 Football Game: 1:00 PM at Herndon High School against Yorktown (Theme: Hawaiian)
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💃 The DANCE: 7–10 PM in the Cafeteria (Theme: A Night in Hollywood)
Virginia College Application Week (VCAW)
All Herndon HS seniors can apply for FREE to participating Virginia private and public colleges and universities during Virginia College Application Week (VCAW). Thanks to the Virginia Department of Education, this opportunity will take place October 19 – 24, 2026, at eligible Virginia high schools. VCAW is part of a national initiative to increase the number of students who pursue a postsecondary education. Students should attend an in-school College Application Lab offered by HHS Student Services to receive the fee waiver to submit their applications by the October 24th deadline. For the last two years, our students have saved thousands of dollars in application fees. Questions can be directed to school counselors.
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Social and Emotional Learning Screening
Herndon High School will conduct the SEL Screener on Oct 20, 2026, to gauge student well-being and skills. Confidential results will be shared with families. To opt out for this school year, return the opt-out form to Student Services by 3 PM on Oct 19, 2026. Details and forms are available on the Herndon website.
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Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music at the Herndon Chorus Pyramid Concert on October 20th at 6:30 PM! This special showcase brings our entire school community together, featuring talented young singers from Aldrin, Armstrong, Clearview, Dranesville, and Hutchison Elementary Schools, alongside Herndon Middle School and Herndon High School. We can't wait to welcome all of our elementary and high school families to celebrate our amazing vocalists—get excited, everyone!
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2027 Virginia Summer Residential Governor’s Schools
Attention Sophomores & Juniors! Learn about the 2027 VA Summer Residential Governor’s Schools (4-week program in Arts, STEM, Humanities, or Mentorships).
Meeting: Tuesday, October 20 (Stinger 6) in the Library (Belpre Room).
Interest Form: Due Friday, October 30. Use a personal email (do NOT use @fcpsschools.net).
Additional details, links and information on the Herndon website.
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Federal Student Aid Form Open
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form allows you to be considered for federal student aid. In addition, states and colleges use FAFSA information to award their own grants, scholarships, and loans.
The 2027-28 FAFSA is now open.
Free Financial Aid and Scholarship Information Sessions
College Access Fairfax, in partnership with Fairfax County Public Schools, will present virtual information sessions on the financial aid process for post-secondary education and scholarship information.
Sessions include:
Click on a date to participate. Visit College Access Fairfax for more information.
Join us for an inspiring evening of live music at the Herndon High School Orchestra Fall Concert on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the school auditorium. Come support our talented student musicians as they take the stage to perform a vibrant selection of classical works and contemporary pieces. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate the arts and kick off the fall season with a fantastic night of community talent!
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2027 Visionary Solutions Network Security Internship Program
Applications are officially open through October 26 for the 2027 Visionary Solutions Network Security Internship Program. Based in Herndon, this program provides students with structured training in network engineering, program management, and workplace readiness, preparing participants to design, configure, and operate complex network systems.
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Zoom Info Sessions: Virtual parent/student information sessions will take place this Wednesday and Thursday.
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Contact: Reach out to Mrs. Stewart for details and access links.
Quarter End, Early Release, Student Holidays
Friday, October 30, is the last day of the first quarter, and a two-hour early release for students.
Schools are closed for students on Monday, November 2, for a school planning day, and Tuesday, November 3, for a teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.
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Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue Survey
The Office of the Chief of Facilities Services and Capital Programs is seeking input from community members, families, and employees about school facility needs and how FCPS prioritizes facility improvements.
Whether you work in an FCPS school, have a child enrolled, or live near an FCPS school, please share your perspective. The survey asks about building conditions, how facilities affect teaching and learning, renovation priorities, and what information would help you better understand this process.
Look for the survey in your email on Friday, October 16. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be kept confidential. The survey will remain open until Saturday, October 31.
School Board Student Leadership Development Program (SLDP)
Are you a freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in law, government, or public policy? Applications for the SY2026–2027 Student Leadership Development Program (SLDP) cohort are now open!
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Application Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026, by 11:59 PM.
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How to Apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the online application for the SY2026-2027 cohort. Only information submitted through the form will be reviewed; we will not accept extra attachments or external documents
Key Program Dates:
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Jan 12, 2027: Program Orientation
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Apr 6, 2027: Mock Forum
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May 6, 2027: Mock Work Session
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May 25, 2027: Program Graduation
For more information, please visit the SLDP website. For questions, contact SBStudentLeadership@fcps.edu or call the School Board Office at 571-423-1075 (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
Annual Special Education Family Conference: We Need You!
Register now to attend FCPS’ annual Special Education Family Conference, Connected Communities, Thriving Students, on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School.
Educators, families, and community members are invited to this in-person event at no cost. Participants can connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Register to attend the conference.
Volunteers Are Needed to Make This Event a Success!
Find out how to volunteer:
- Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS.
- Student Volunteers: Sign up through the Student Volunteer Interest Form. Students will receive service hours for their time.
- Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Service hours will be awarded to students serving in these roles.
Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Herndon Built the Tradition. Now Let's Build the Future!
Homecoming at Herndon is the best kind of good old-fashioned community spirit. This Homecoming, October 24, we're challenging our community to give back to the high school that has given so much. Our aging scoreboard and failing audio system are long overdue for replacement. Our student-athletes deserve better, and together, we can make it happen!
OUR GOAL: $30,000. AND YOUR DONATION WILL BE DOUBLED!
The Herndon Sports Boosters will match every dollar donated, up to $30,000 in matching funds. If you've ever thought about supporting Herndon athletics, NOW is the time!
CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW:
https://www.herndonsportsboosters.org/elevate-the-nest
Let's show everyone what Hornet Pride can accomplish!
Weapons Screening at Football Games (Updated Flyer)
The standard bag policy for weapons screening at varsity football games has been updated. Fanny packs are no longer on the list of prohibited bags, provided that they fit within the measurements of a “small clutch bag.” An updated flyer with details is available.
FCPS Is Participating in Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5)
Virginia Quality Birth to Five is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of the curriculum. Visit the Virginia Quality Birth to Five website for more information.
Survey Extended! Share Your Feedback on Traveling to and From School
The FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are asking families to share their experiences traveling to and from their child’s school. The feedback will help inform the Fairfax County School Board’s annual assessment of traffic and pedestrian safety near schools.
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 survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open through Tuesday, October 20.
Please note that parents may now submit more than one response to provide feedback regarding different schools. 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.
Did You Know? Bond Referendums Fund Facility Renovations
FCPS does not pay for facility renovations out of its general operating budget. Instead, Fairfax County voters decide on how much money FCPS can spend on capital improvement projects through bond referendums. Bonds are issued by the county to the school division and allow FCPS to renovate buildings without increasing taxes.
Learn more about bond referendums and how they support our schools on the Bond Referendum webpage.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Facilities Survey
- Transportation Survey
- Health Department Letter on Preventing the Spread of Illness
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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