Home and School Association
The DCPS Back to School Block Party will be on Saturday, September 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., at Jackson-Reed High School. Families will enjoy free food, activities for all ages, resources, performances, vaccinations, and more. For more information, please click here.
Do afterschool and summer programs in D.C. meet your family’s needs? The Deputy Mayor for Education and the Office of Out of School Time (OST) want to hear from YOU!
If you are a parent/guardian of a school-aged child (K–12) living in D.C., please take a few minutes to complete the OST Family Survey. Your anonymous feedback will help shape future afterschool and summer programming and will be included in the FY25 OST Needs Assessment.
The first community meeting of the Ward 3 Education Network (W3EdNet) will be held on Wednesday, September 17 at 7:00PM via Zoom. Click HERE to register.
We’re excited to welcome Ward 3 Councilmember Matthew Frumin, who will share school-related updates and then take questions and join in discussion. Afterward, school representatives will highlight their priorities for the year.
The Ward 3 Education Network (W3EdNet) is a group made up of PTO Board and LSAT members as well as other interested community members working to promote the interests of DCPS students and families in the local high school feeder pattern and across the city.
Starting this fall, Litter Patrol is back! Join us on Monday mornings from 8:15-8:30AM to help keep our playground and fields clean. Litter Patrol will begin on Monday, September 8. Please meet by the Little Bear on the Big Playground!
This student-led effort began in 2023 and has been a great way for kids to show pride in their school while making a difference — plus, they get to use the always-popular trash grabbers provided by the HSA!
We’re also looking for parent volunteers to help lead and support Litter Patrol this year. Interested? Please contact Tianni Craig at tiannic@gmail.com or 808-233-9911.
We’re excited to continue this tradition in the 2025–26 school year!
Want to meet new people, make a meaningful impact, and support our amazing school community? Now’s your chance! The Murch Home and School Association (HSA) has 25+ committee roles supporting events, fundraising, communications, staff appreciation, and more.
We’re currently looking for:
Ready to get involved or join a committee, complete the volunteer interest form today! Have a question? Email the HSA.
Your time and talent make a huge difference! 💛
The 2024–2025 Kids Ride Free Metro Cards will expire on September 30, 2025.
To ensure your student can continue riding free on Metrobus and Metrorail, please request a new card for the 2025–2026 school year by completing this form starting on August 12. ✅
If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca McGraw at rebecca.mcgraw2@k12.dc.gov.
The Fall Fair depends on parent volunteers to bring the fun to life, and we’re looki
ng for a few more helping hands:
Day-of Area Managers – Help oversee a specific section of the Fall Fair on the big day. Area Managers will attend one planning meeting the week before and then be on-site during the fair to supervise their area.
In addition, we’re seeking concession partners—local food vendors who would be a great fit for a carnival-style event. If you or someone you know runs a food business and would like to participate, we’d love to connect!
📧 Volunteer Inquiries: Kristen Davis
📧 Concession Opportunities: Rebeca Fiet
Be part of the team that makes the Murch Fall Fair an event to remember!
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 (dc.gov).
Please send your completed health forms to MurchESEnroll@k12.dc.gov. Thank you!
Wonders offers high‑quality before and after school care for Pre‑K through 5th grade students right on the Murch campus. Programs provide a fun, safe, and enriching environment with activities that build on the school day, including:Enrollment & Tuition
Flexible options available; monthly tuition remains the same each month. Accepts childcare vouchers, subsidies, and offers financial assistance through the Wonders Circle Fund.
Contact Wonders
📧 murch@wonderslearning.org
📞 (240) 274‑0246
—you will need to complete the 2025–26 DCPS Student‑Athlete Participation Packet.
👉 Click here to access the packet
Important details:
💡 Tip: Make sure to submit the packet with an unexpired Universal Health Certificate to avoid delays.
If you have any questions, please contact Murch.Athletics@k12.dc.gov.