Category Archives: Faculty & staff

The Teacher Feature column makes its debut with an interview with first-grade teacher Samantha Lieberman. Check out other cool stories written by Murch students on the Murch Mustang Student Blog!

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Murch is getting ready to plant the fruit orchard donated by Casey Trees. On Tuesday, March 13, Casey Trees will teach the teachers about the care and educational value of the orchard. GreenScene volunteers will provide the teachers with treats … Continue reading

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We hope to see everyone at the Build-a-Bar party on February 11.  Please help us build a spectacular bar to be sold in the live portion of the Murch Auction on March 17. This adults-only party is open to all … Continue reading

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The Murch HSA is seeking responsible, self-motivated and organized candidates for the position of Instructional Aide/Paraprofessional to assist a lead teacher in the classroom. For details, see Employment Opportunities under About/Murch Faculty & Staff. If you or someone you know is … Continue reading

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Thanks to the 5th-grade families for hosting a wonderful staff-appreciation breakfast last week. There were many hearty breakfast casseroles, delicious baked goods, and healthy fruit, yogurt and juices too. A special thank you to Alma Paty for organizing it all!

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Did you know that each year the Center for Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University searches for students with exceptional mathematical and verbal reasoning abilities? DCPS students are eligible to apply if they scored “advanced” in portions of the DC CAS. … Continue reading

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OSSE is requesting nominations for the 2012 District of Columbia Teacher of the Year. This award recognizes and honors the many contributions our classroom teachers make on a daily basis. The winner of the DC Teacher of the Year will … Continue reading

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Murch has two new recess aides who started this week, Tess Hyams and Lisa Jennings. Let’s hope the weather clears soon so they get to experience outdoor recess as well. The HSA still seeks two more recess aides to work … Continue reading

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In her note of farewell, assistant principal Norah Rabiah says she will miss Murch and recall her time here with great fondness. The feeling is mutual.

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