Bee Hive: August 14, 2026

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2026-27 FCPS School Calendar

  • August 20: Back to School Bash, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
  • August 21: Welcome Walk, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
  • August 21: Kindergarten Popsicles on the Playground, 3:00–4:00p.m.
  • August 24: First Day of School for the 2026-27 school year.
  • September 04 - September 07: No School | Labor Day Break 
  • September 08: School resumes at normal time
  • September 15 - October 15: Hispanic Heritage Month
  • September 17: Back to School Night,  6:00–8:00p.m.
  • September 21: No School | Yom Kippur
HES Building
Dr. Vereb

Good evening, Herndon Elementary Families,

Our team is working thoughtfully to prepare for the return of our Bees and the start of the 2026–27 school year. This week, staff focused on instructional planning, student support, building readiness, and the details that help every student feel welcomed and ready to learn.

We welcomed our new staff members, continued planning for strong classroom instruction, and prepared supports for multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and students who may benefit from additional academic, social, or emotional support. Our teachers and instructional assistants also participated in professional learning as we prepared for a successful start.

We are grateful for the partnership of our PTA, Cornerstones, Trinity Presbyterian Church, and other community partners. These partnerships are helping us provide school supplies, additional parking support, and other resources for our students and families. Our custodial, construction, and support teams are also working to ensure that our building is ready for the return of students and staff.

I am grateful for our PTA Executive Board team for our productive meeting on Thursday night and the summer work and planning that is going into ensuring we have a great start to the year.

There is a great deal happening behind the scenes, and each decision is connected to one purpose: creating a school where every Bee feels known, supported, challenged, and ready to learn.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to welcoming our students and families back to Herndon Elementary very soon.

Looking Ahead

Please mark your calendars:

  • Back to School Bash and Open House: Thursday, August 20, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
  • Welcome Walk: Friday, August 21, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
  • First Day of School: Monday, August 24
  • Back to School Night: Thursday, September 17, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Gratefully,

Dr. Monika Vereb Principal