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October 30: End of First Quarter | 2-hour Early Release
November 01-02: All Saints' Day / Día de los Muertos | Religious and Cultural Observance
November 02: Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff)
November 03: Student Holiday (Teacher Workday for Staff) | Election Day
November 03: Senior Yearbook Ad Deadline
November 13: Outstanding Nomination Deadline
Herndon HS Calendar of Events
🎉 National School Principals Month
Celebrated every October, National School Principals Month recognizes the visionary leaders who shape vibrant educational environments and advocate for student achievement. Exemplifying this dedicated leadership, Herndon High School Principal Dr. Cheronda Farrish fosters an inclusive school community anchored in the belief that every student is capable of success. Her commitment to empowering students and supporting educators highlights the transformative impact principals make every day.
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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.
Please Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. Schools will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, October 28.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is how we ensure we receive all the resources available to us from the federal government. For more information, please visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
Quarter End, Early Release, Student Holidays
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.
Senior Families: Final Call for Senior Ads in the Yearbook!
The deadline is almost here -- senior ads will be available for purchase until November 3!
Please go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use our school code 8967 to purchase an ad for your child. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to add a personal touch to this year’s book!
Email Grace Choi, Herndon HS’s yearbook adviser, with any questions: gechoi@fcps.edu
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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).
Support the HHS MSA Essentials Pack: Hygiene Bag Drive
The Herndon Muslim Student Association (MSA) and HHS Community Service are hosting an Essentials Pack Hygiene Bag Drive from October 14, 2026, to November 6, 2026. Our goal is to collect supplies to assemble at least 25 Female Kits and 25 Male Kits for the Next Steps Family Shelter in collaboration with local partner organization FACETS.
Unless specified as travel size or given a maximum volume limit, all items should be full/regular size (e.g., regular toothbrush, full-size toothpaste). The item list is available here.
Drive & Drop-Off Information
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Collection Dates: October 14, 2026 – November 6, 2026
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Drop-Off Location: Room B103 (Ms. Abbasi’s room)
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Drop-Off Times: Before or after school
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Alternative Drop-Off: If Ms. Abbasi is not in Room B103 when bringing items, please send her an email to coordinate.
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If you have worked with an outstanding employee at Name of School, FCPS wants your help recognizing them. Herndon families are invited to nominate staff members for recognition!
🏆 NOMINATIONS FOR...
- Outstanding Teacher
- Outstanding Principal (or New Principal)
- Outstanding Professional Staff Leader
- Outstanding Educational Services Employee
- Outstanding Operational Services Employee
🗓️DEADLINE: The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 13, 2026.
SUBMISSIONS: Submissions can be made by completing this form
Thank you for supporting our outstanding Herndon High School Staff!
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Annual Special Education Family Conference: Breakout Session Information Available
Join us for the annual Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, taking place on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.
More than 20 engaging breakout sessions have been designed to support, inform, and inspire our community. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage to explore the lineup of presenters, titles, and session descriptions. Complete the Special Education Family Conference Registration Form to secure your spot and let us know about any childcare, language interpretation, or accommodation needs.
Get Involved Today! Volunteer and Student Participation Opportunities
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS using the Volunteer Registration Form by Wednesday, October 28. FCPS staff volunteers will receive MyPDE credit.
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Student Volunteers: Complete the Student Volunteer Interest Form by Wednesday, October 28. Students who volunteer will receive volunteer hours.
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Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Students serving in these roles will receive service hours. Sign up by Friday, October 30.
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!
Come support the Class of 2027
Jimmy's Old Town Tavern
Thursday, November 5th, 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Live Music, Raffle Drawings!
Food, drinks, and lots of laughter
Rebecca Fakhar @Rebecca-Fakhar (Venmo)
Donations and tickets
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Encouraging Regular Attendance
Regular attendance is a good habit to establish in childhood. It can lead to greater success in high school, college, and careers. Teachers and students miss your child when they can’t make it to school. If you or your family need support, please reach out to your school's front office. We are here for you!
If students miss too much school, school staff may reach out to the family to partner with them on addressing barriers to regular attendance. Visit the FCPS website for attendance resources.
Help Your Student Stay Focused and Engaged Without Digital Distractions
Please remind your student that personal electronic communication or computing devices should be off and personally stored (i.e., in backpacks) for the duration of the school day: bell to bell.
This includes personal laptops, tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, and similar devices. Students can only use FCPS-issued devices for school-related digital activities during the instructional day. There are exceptions for students with disabilities and those enrolled in specific courses.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call the school’s front office. Learn more about the FCPS cellphone policy and device policy.
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.
The Importance of the Flu Vaccination
The annual flu vaccine is the most effective way to protect your child from getting sick and to prevent the spread of illness within our classrooms. Staying up-to-date with your child's flu vaccination helps:
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Reduce School Absences: Keeping students healthy means more time spent learning and engaging with peers.
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Protect the Community: Vaccination helps shield vulnerable family members and neighbors from seasonal illness.
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Support Overall Wellness: Routine flu shots are a key component of a proactive student health plan.
Upcoming Flu Shot Events
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will be taking place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary.
Maintain Access to Your Child’s Grades and Assignments: Download the New ParentVUE App
New ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile apps launched in July. Be sure to download the new app before winter break. After that time, you will need to use the new mobile app or a web browser to access ParentVUE or StudentVUE.
For instructions on installing the new apps and learning more about the updated login process, visit ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile app resources. If you need assistance, please submit a Parent Support Request.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Literacy Resources
- Return Your Impact Aid Survey
- Download the New ParentVUE App
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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