Help the Murch HSA Through Amazon Smile!
You can contribute to the Murch HSA just by shopping at Amazon through Amazon Smile! Register your existing Amazon account by going to smile.amazon.com. Choose Murch Elementary HSA as your charity. Then simply bookmark and shop through the address smile.amazon.com. Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to Murch. Most of the things you already buy […]
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Thank you for Supporting the HSA’s SOS Campaign
The Support Our School (SOS) Campaign wrapped up on December 31, and we exceeded our fundraising goal…by a lot. We raised almost $105,000, or almost $28,000 over our goal. Even more exciting is that we had over 200 families invest in our community, an increase of 55% over last year! Thank you to all of […]
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Upcoming Vaccination Clinics at Murch—January 20, January 27 and February 10
DC Health will host several upcoming vaccination clinics at DCPS locations, including Murch. At clinics across the city, students 5 and up can get vaccinated, and accompanying adults can receive their first dose or a booster shot. No appointment is needed. The clinics scheduled at Murch will be held January 20, January 27 and February […]
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DCPS Test to Return: Frequently Asked Questions
Following winter break, all DCPS students must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test administered within 24 hours of their return to school. Please click HERE for frequently asked questions regarding DCPS’s test to return program.
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And the winner is…
Many, many thanks to the Murch Community for stepping up for this year’s Support Our School (SOS) Campaign in support of the HSA. We raised almost $20,000 more than our goal and received donations from 50% more families than last year. We are all so grateful for your support!! We are especially grateful to the […]
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The Book Fair May Be Over, but You Can Still Shop @ the Online Bookstore!
Check out the Murch Online Bookstore! There are customized book recommendations as well as teacher wish lists with plenty more to explore! We are excited to offer titles from beloved authors along with books that match your child’s reading level and interests, plus games and fun items. Enjoy great additions to your home library, purchase gifts for others and help our […]
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SOS December Update
We’re in the last weeks of the SOS Campaign!! Thanks to all of our families who have donated so far. If you haven’t yet donated, please consider a donation today! Remember, all donations go towards the competition to win a donut lunchtime treat for the grade with the most families participating in the SOS Campaign!! […]
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Stay Informed!
Do you receive the Murch Weekly Newsletter? Do you follow Murch on social media? Are you a member of the Murch Forum? Make sure you are not missing out on any important communications by reviewing how to stay up-to-date on Murch Events here: How Do I Stay Informed?
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Looking for Used Magazines
Families: Do you have old, gently-used copies of children’s magazines lying around? If so, I would love to have them! National Geographic Kids, Ranger Rick, Zoobooks, Lego Magazine, SI Kids, Highlights – or any other magazines for children – would be great. Copies can be dropped off at school in the marked box near the […]
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Murch Elementary Student Portraits Are Online!
Murch Elementary School portraits are now online for viewing and purchasing. A flyer is available HERE. To view the galleries, go to www.freedpics.com Enter the password: MURCH21STU Happy viewing!
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Buddy Family Program
Are you new to Murch and seeking ways to get linked into the Murch community? Are you a returning Murch family who would like to help new families feel welcome? The Murch HSA has a Buddy Program that links new families with returning families to provide new families with a resource for information about Murch […]
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Fall Travel Reminder
As you consider plans for the weekend around Indigenous Peoples Day (and as you look ahead to other fall holidays), unvaccinated individuals are asked to consider delaying non-essential travel until they are fully vaccinated. If travel outside the District, Maryland or Virginia is necessary, unvaccinated individuals are recommended to follow one of the two options […]
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Murch Data Meeting: Recording Available
The MURCH DATA MEETING was held on Thursday, September 23rd at 7:00pm. You can review the recording of the meeting by using THIS LINK. Meeting Overview, from Principal Cebrzynski: Every student will take multiple assessments throughout the year and many of you may not be aware of what they are or why we give them. Most […]
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Covid-19 Information and Resources
In the interest of keeping our community healthy and safe, the Murch HSA has compiled some COVID-19 resources that we hope will be helpful to you as your family navigates the on-going pandemic. Stay Informed. Access prior Covid-19 notifications at Murch and other DCPS schools: https://dcpsreopenstrong.com/health/response/notifications/ Retrieve data on total reported positive Covid cases […]
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Slow Down: Safety Reminders for Vehicles Around Murch
Slow Down: Safety Reminders for Vehicles Around Murch School days bring congestion around Murch. School buses are dropping off their passengers, kids on bikes and on foot are hurrying to get to school before the bell rings, and busy parents are trying to drop their kids off before work. It’s never more important for drivers […]
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Enrollment for SY21-22 Now Open!
DCPS is excited to open enrollment to our families and welcome new and returning students to our community for the 2021-2022 School Year! Please find an official update to enrollment processes and deadlines at the DCPS enrollment website by clicking HERE. On this site, you will see the steps for completing the packet, as well […]
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SY21-22 In-Person Learning Resources and Paperwork
Dear Murch families, Please see below for important in-person learning resources and paperwork: Building Map and Entry/Exit Points—please click the link for the arrival/dismissal line-up areas for each grade level/teacher. School-Based COVID-19 Testing Opt-Out Form Español | Amharic (አማርኛ) | French (Français) | Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Korean (한국어) | Chinese (中文) Effective Monday, August 30, consent for student COVID-19 testing will take place via […]
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Breakfast & Lunch Menus
Breakfast and lunch are FREE this year. Breakfast is grab & go as students enter the building (starting at 8:35 AM). Please click the link below for elementary breakfast & lunch menus for Term 1: Below are dietary accommodation forms:
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Are You Ready to Support Our School?
We kick off the HSA’s Support Our School campaign this week! We are excited about this opportunity for our community to come together in making a financial commitment, of any amount, to support Murch through the HSA’s activities. Be on the lookout for updates, including various monthly prizes you can win by simply making a […]
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Supply Lists for 2021-22
Supply lists for the 2021-22 school year are available by clicking HERE. Please note that the pre-k lists will be shared during parent conferences in August. If you need assistance procuring any of the suggested supplies on the list, please reach out to Ms. Lauren Miller (Murch’s guidance counselor), Ms. Deb Meisel (Murch’s social worker) […]
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