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Important Updates

AP Exams
May 7th through May 18th.  All students are required to bring a photo ID to the exam.  The only items allowed in the room with the student are a photo ID, pencils and black/dark blue ink pens, calculator (for math or science exams). Click here for schedule of exams:

SOL Exams
May 24 through Jun 1.  SOL testing begins on May 24 at HHS.  Students should bring a photo ID, pencils and their pink schedule sheet to testing. No backpacks or electronic devices are allowed in the testing rooms.  Click here for schedule of exams:

Senior Survey Coming Soon
On Monday May 21st, as mandated by FCPS, all seniors will be completing the annual Senior Survey.   The main purpose of the data survey is to report both the post-secondary plans of all graduates and the final status of college applications along with any scholarship awards received.  In order to ensure the most accurate data, please be sure to bring information regarding decisions from the colleges you applied to and any scholarships you received, either from a college or from an outside source.  You will be instructed by your 7th period teacher what time to report for the survey.  If you have any questions, please contact Student Services.

Permission Form
Click here for the Permission Form for Personal Devices.

And The Nominees Are...

The above Herndon High School faculty members were recognized for their nominations for Employee of the Year. Kate Gillen – First Year Teacher of the Year (nominee) Emily Alwood – First Year teacher of the Year (nominee) Meredith Corsino – Teacher of the Year (finalist) Amy Wampler – First Year Teacher of the Year (nominee) Linda Crawford – Support Employee of the Year (nominee)

2012 Honors Breakfast
Herndon has an annual tradition of honoring our highest academic achievers at a breakfast ceremony in the end of May.  Invitations to attend this year’s ceremony on Tuesday, May 22, have been sent to the students who meet the criteria, and their parents.  Students from all four grades levels who have earned straight A’s in two or more quarters are invited along with seniors who have a cumulative grade point average of 4.0 or above on the 7th semester (midyear) calculation.  As a school community, we can all take pride in recognizing these outstanding super achievers:  94 students for all A’s in two quarters and 71 seniors with a 4.0 or above GPA! Click here for the all A Honorees and click here for the seniors with a cumulative 4.0 or higher.

Seniors:

“Saying Farewell—Transitioning from High School to College” 
A Program for College-Bound Seniors and Their Parents                             
Date:  May 31, 2012
Time:  7 pm
Place:  Lecture Hall at HHS
Seniors and parents should plan to attend this program together!
Additional Information here.

Service Learning Graduation Cord
Service learning is a teaching method that involves students in authentic and meaningful service to their communities. Connecting classrooms with the community provides a sense of civic responsibility by encouraging students to assess their impact on the community and their roles as active contributors to society.   Students who participate in service learning and earn 40 hours may be eligible for a service learning recognition cord at graduation. Please stop by Student Services to pick up an application or click the following link - Service Learning Graduation Cord Application.  All applications must be submitted to your school counselor by Friday, June 8, 2012.  Additionally, students who earn 50 hours or more may earn the Virginia Board of Education diploma seal for excellence in civics education. 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Please join the HHS Mental Health Staff in celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month in May... Additional information here

Honor Roll Reception click here

Additional Daily Announcements click here

PTSA
Please consider joining the HHS PTSA and participating on one of our many parent committees. Our success truly depends on your participation and support. For membership forms and additional information click here. Our May/June 2012 Newsletter is now available for your review.

Back To School Forms
In an effort to conserve paper and manpower, Herndon High School will open “virtually” this year.  Please click here to find all the forms that you MUST fill out, sign, and return to school. 

Parking Permits
Any student who wants a parking permit for the 2011 – 2012 school-year must fill out the Parking Permit application.  Students must also provide a copy of their drivers license upon submission of their application. All student debts must be cleared before receiving a parking permit. Please click here for the Parking Permit application. 

Parent View Account
Parents can register for a Parent View account to access homework and classroom assignments, view classroom calendars, update emergency care information and much more.  To create a parent account access: fcps.blackboard.com To complete registration, parents must come to the school and show identification.

Herndon Writing Center
The Herndon Writing Center is where students gather for an experience filled with learning and fun. We are composed of student tutors from both the Advanced Composition Class and the National English Honor Society. Tutoring is available during lunches on red days and after school on Thursdays.  We encourage you to stop by and let us help you become a more accomplished writer.

HHS FREE SAT Prep
Herndon High School is proud to offer ALL students FREE customized SAT prep easily accessible through Blackboard.  The program is available NOW and can be accessible 24-7.  This program is proven to be effective and involves personalized pacing and lessons as well as two full-length practice, timed SAT tests.   SAT scores are very important for college admission.  This is a valuable opportunity for our juniors and seniors to prepare for the SAT test and for our underclassman to prepare for the PSAT. 
To access: 

1. Logon to Blackboard
2. Click on  Family Connection
3. On your Family Connection homepage, click on Method Test Prep

Herndon High Honor Code
Please take a look at the Herndon High Honor Code of Integrity webpage here.  The page explains what the Code is all about and what defines plagiarism, cheating, etc.  The Honor Code page also outlines the consequences of violating the Code.  All students will be required to sign the Code. Questions about the Code? Contact Mr. Frohm (Jonathan.Frohm@fcps.edu) or Mr. Bates (William.Bates@fcps.edu.)

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