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As we pause this Memorial Day, Herndon honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation — their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. All schools and offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.
May 25: Holiday | Memorial Day
May 26: Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)
May 27: Holiday | Eid al-Adha (begins sundown 5/26 - sundown 5/27)
May 28: Resource Fair for Spanish Speaking Families, 6:00 pm, Lecture Hall
June 01: Honors Ceremony, 9:45 am, Auditorium
June 03: Senior Final Exams: 6th and 8th Periods
June 04: Senior Final Exams: 5th and 7th Periods
June 05: Senior Final Exam: 2nd Period
Herndon HS Calendar of Events
Teacher Work Day
Eid al-Adha Holiday
Join us on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Lecture Hall for an informative community event. Attendees should enter through Door 1 (the Main Entrance) and are welcome to enjoy light refreshments while exploring a wealth of available resources.
The event will feature valuable guidance on summer credit recovery, graduation requirements, and SOL testing, alongside insights from Herndon's school counselors and college and career specialist. Additionally, representatives from local health departments, medical clinics, churches, parks and recreation, and various community organizations will be on hand to share their services. Flyer in English and Spanish available here.
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New Advanced Swimming & Lifeguard Certification Course Coming This Fall
Fairfax County Public Schools will offer a new course, Advanced Swimming and Lifeguard Certification, for the 2026-27 school year. This course will be open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors, and will be held at Skyview High School. Students from all FCPS high schools are eligible to enroll.
Students enrolled in the course will have the opportunity to take the lifeguard certification test in spring 2027. Those who successfully pass will earn American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, including deep water certification.
Information about transportation between base schools and Skyview High School is being finalized and will be shared once it is available. Directors of Student Services will begin enrolling students by June 1. If your student is interested in this opportunity, please encourage them to speak with their school counselor.
Honors Ceremony
Herndon’s Honors Ceremony will be held on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 9:45 am in the auditorium. During the ceremony, we will be presenting awards to students who have reached the following milestones:
- Senior Department Awards: Recognizing graduating seniors who have shown mastery and leadership in specific academic disciplines.
- A/B Honor Roll: Celebrating students who maintained an A/B average throughout the 2025–2026 academic year.
- The 4.0 Excellence Award: A prestigious recognition for seniors who have maintained a 4.0 GPA or higher throughout their high school career.
Contact Student Services at 703.810.2205 for additional information.
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Wednesday, June 3: Senior Final Exams
- 10:00-10:30: Senior Locker Clean Out
- 11:20 – 1:19: 6th Pd Exam
- 1:27 – 2:55: 8th Pd Exam
Thursday, June 4: Senior Final Exams
- 11:20 – 1:19: 5th Pd Exam
- 1:27 – 2:55: 7th Pd Exam
- All Day: Pay dues and fees in the Finance Office
Friday, June 5: Senior Final Exams
- 8:10–9:37: 2nd Pd Exam
- 9:37: Senior Dismissal
- 9:45-11:12: Senior Yearbook Distribution
- 9:45–11:45: Senior Laptop and Charger Collection, Pay All Dues and Fees, and Cap and Gown Distribution, Library-Belpre
Monday, June 8: Senior Final Exams
- All Day: Senior Laptop and Charger Collection, Pay All Dues and Fees, and Cap and Gown Distribution, Library-Belpre
- 8:10 – 9:37: 1st Pd Exam
- 9:45 – 11:12: 3rd Pd Exam
- 11:12: Senior Dismissal
- 12:00: All Senior Grades Due
Third Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt Encourages Active Family Fun
The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt, and it kicks off in only three weeks!
This free event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation.
New this year: The school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku! Sign up for the Puzzle Hunt!
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Medication Information
The 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 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. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
Yearbooks
Yearbook distribution begins during lunch on Thursday, May 28 for SENIORS ONLY! Underclassmen distribution will begin on June 1 and take place during Black Day lunches. MySchoolBucks orders will close on May 31. Beginning on June 1, any new orders will only be taken with cash or check in person. Be sure to secure yours before we sell out!
Yearbooks cost $80. Students receiving Free and Reduced Lunch can purchase their yearbook for $50 with verification from the main office. Please contact HHS’ yearbook adviser, Grace Choi, with any questions. gechoi@fcps.edu
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Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance
It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals
Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer.
If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.
Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications
The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) has released its annual College Openings Update. This voluntary listing features NACAC-member postsecondary institutions that are still accepting applications from prospective first-year and transfer students for the fall 2026 semester.
Students and families are encouraged to use this tool to search for colleges that still have space available. Users may narrow down the list of schools by state and view whether a school still has financial aid and available student housing. Please note that this list is updated daily.
Additionally, NACAC has created a waiver request form for enrollment deposit fees that some institutions will consider for students experiencing significant financial hardship. Learn more about the enrollment deposit fee waiver and eligibility. Students and families may contact their school counselor and college and career specialist with any questions.
Students who still need assistance applying for federal or state financial aid can schedule a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax by emailing appointments@CollegeAccessFairfax.org. Support provided by your school or College Access Fairfax is free.
No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students
Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:
- Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
- Anxiety, worry, fears.
- Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
- Academic stress.
Students can be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.
Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services
Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.
Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Additional Mental Health Resources
FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health. During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number.
Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also availabl | 
