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Author Archives: ChrisIt is with a heavy heart that I have to announce that art teacher Ms. Cutelis will be leaving Murch at the end of the school year. Her enthusiasm, passion, and commitment to arts education is extraordinary. Over the past three … Continue reading
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Many parents have questions about how class lists will be developed for the 2012-2013 school year. Starting in early May, the staff and I will begin to develop tentative class rosters. Our goal is to maximize the opportunity for students … Continue reading
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Dear Parents, Based on shifts in student population, an effort to create equity in a staffing plan, and an attempt to use our resources to get optimal results, there are going to be a few changes in next year’s grade … Continue reading
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A group of dedicated parents met over several weeks to identify how we can provide oportunities for enrichment in a meaningful way for all students at Murch. A group of teachers will join the parents to create a proposal for … Continue reading
Posted in 1st grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Enrichment, Kindergarten
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On Wednesday, April 18, we begin our DC CAS testing schedule for grades 2 through 5. We will be on a modified schedule for the week of the 16 and the 23. It is imperative that all students not only … Continue reading
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As this year draws to a close, we have already begun to consider class placements for next year. Student placement is a group effort and my goal is to place every child in a classroom where their social, emotional, and … Continue reading
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Save the Date: On August 25, the District will once again hold its annual Beautification Day. We will be well prepared to have multiple projects taking place and we will need a good deal of volunteers to make it all … Continue reading
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Earlier this month, DCPS conducted its budgeting process for next year. We are pleased to share with you the following highlights from the FY12-13 DCPS budget for Murch: Murch’s budget allocation is based on a projected enrollment of 577 students. … Continue reading
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This past weekend, I was fortunate to be part of an event, the Murch HSA auction, that has been in the works since the last auction ended. I am not only appreciative of the hours and effort that go into the … Continue reading
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Teachers are preparing report cards that will be sent home on Friday, February 3. As some of you experienced last time around, there were a few errors in the report cards (missing grades, comments, etc.) We should have the kinks … Continue reading
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