Current News and Events
Please join us for the final Coffee on the Playground & HSA Community Meeting of the school year on Friday, June 12 from 8:45–9:30 AM! Grab a cup of coffee, connect […]
Help us show our appreciation for the incredible Murch staff who support our students every day! Please consider donating to the HSA’s Murch Staff End-of-Year Gift Fund by Friday, June 12. […]
Missing a jacket, water bottle, lunch box, or favorite sweatshirt? Be sure to check the Murch Lost & Found — located in the main entrance and organized by both Murch and […]
There will be no school for students or staff on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 due to the DC Primary Election. Enjoy the day off, and if you’re eligible, don’t forget to make […]
Starting the week of June 8, students in grades K–5 who have a clear library account (either books returned or replacement arrangements made) can visit the library to […]
Registration is now open for Future Stars, Murch’s new before- and after-care partner for the 2026–2027 school year! To register, visit thefuturestars.net and click: Locations → Murch ES → Register Please note […]
Ready for Wonders? Wonders Extended Day registration is now open for the 2026-2027 school year! Click Here: Wonders at Murch We provide before and after school care which complements and extends […]
The final HSA meeting of the school year took place on Tuesday, June 2. Thank you to everyone who attended—especially those who helped us reach quorum! During the […]
Thank you to all of the families who have already completed enrollment/re-enrollment for next year. Thanks to your efforts, Murch has now reached an incredible 85.5% of our projected […]
Don’t forget to complete and submit your student’s health forms! The required forms can be found here on the DCPS website. For immunization information and pediatric immunization facilities, visit: Immunization | doh […]
Due to weather-related closures, the last day of school for DCPS students is now Thursday, June 18. Previously, the last day of school was scheduled for Tuesday, June […]
As the school year comes to a close, we look forward to celebrating our amazing fifth graders and all they have accomplished during their time at Murch! 🎓 […]
- Friday, June 12
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Last Day to Contribute to the End-of-Year Staff Fund!
Please consider donating to the HSA’s Murch Staff End-of-Year Gift Fund by Friday, June 12. This fund recognizes the many dedicated staff members who make our school community strong—beyond the classroom teachers, who are celebrated separately by room parents.
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Coffee on the Playground
Join us for our next Coffee on the Playground & HSA Community Meeting on Friday, June 12 from 8:45–9:30 AM. Grab a cup of coffee, connect with other families, and hear updates from Mr. C and the HSA.
We hope to see you there for coffee, conversation, and community!
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- Monday, June 15
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Litter Patrol
Join us on Monday mornings from 8:15-8:30AM to help keep our playground and fields clean.
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Fifth Grade Promotion
🎓 Fifth Grade Promotion will take place on Monday, June 15, from 10:00–11:15 AM. The ceremony will be followed by a Reception for fifth grade students and their families.
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5th Grade Clap-Out
👏 At 12:00 PM, the entire school community will gather for the beloved Murch Clap-Out, a special tradition in which students and staff line the halls to cheer on and celebrate the fifth graders as they leave the building for the final time as Murch students.
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LSAT Meeting
The Murch Local School Advisory Team (LSAT) will meet on Monday, June 15 from 6:15-7:45PM.
Click the Zoom link to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
82165008312 All LSAT meetings are held virtually, open to the entire Murch community, and include an opportunity for Q&A. We hope you'll join us for the final meeting of the school year!
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- Tuesday, June 16
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No School
There will be no school for students or staff on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 due to the DC Primary Election.
Enjoy the day off, and if you’re eligible, don’t forget to make your voice heard at the polls!
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- Wednesday, June 17
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5th Grade Picnic
☀️ The Fifth Grade Picnic will be held on Wednesday, June 17 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, providing one final opportunity for students to celebrate together and make lasting memories with their classmates.
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- Thursday, June 18
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Last Day of School & End of Term
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No School for 5th Graders!
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Murch Dad's Meet Up!
Calling all Murch dads! Join us on Thursday, June 18 at 8 PM at Comet Ping Pong for an evening of good conversation, community, and connection.
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- Friday, June 19
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Juneteenth
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- Monday, June 22
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Snow-Day Make-Up Day (if needed)
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- Tuesday, June 23
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Snow-Day Make-Up Day (if needed)
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- Saturday, July 04
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Independence Day
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