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Archives for 2025
February 11, 2025 – HSA Minutes
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January 12, 2025 – HSA Minutes
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December 10, 2024 – HSA Minutes
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Focus Forward Coaching, Learning & Wellness
Focus Forward Coaching, Learning & Wellness is a new practice located in the heart of Potomac, MD (Potomac Village), but also offers virtual coaching and consulting to clients anywhere in the world. Kristelle Kambanis, Owner & Founder, works with both students and adults who want to fine-tune their executive functioning skills, reduce overwhelm, and create a clear path forward. Whether it’s a student struggling with ADHD, an executive navigating leadership challenges, or an adult feeling stuck at a crossroads, coaching provides the strategies, structure, and accountability to move forward with confidence. If you or someone you know might benefit, Kristelle is happy to answer any questions and offers a complimentary 15-minute call to explore how she can help. Email Kristelle at Kristelle@ffclw.com.
November 12, 2024 – HSA Minutes
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October 8, 2024 – HSA Minutes
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Student Council Information – Class Representatives & Officer Elections
Do you have a student who is interested in joining Student Council or learning what it's all about?
All 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students are invited to attend a Student Council interest meeting on Tuesday, December 9 at 3:20 PM in the Pre-K/Kindergarten Commons (across from the gym). Students will learn what it means to be a member of the Murch Student Council, hear about the upcoming elections, and have time to ask questions.
For more details, please review the 2025–26 Student Council Information Sheet.
Important Dates:
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- Thursday, January 8 - Candidate essays for Class Representative are due to homeroom teachers; Candidates speeches and posters for Officer positions are due to Ms. Dresbach or Ms. Birgfeld
- Thursday, January 15 - Elections for Class Representatives will be held in homerooms by this date
- Friday, January 16- Elections for Student Council Officers will be held
The Student Council serves as a voice for students in establishing and advocating on school policies. The Student Council also sponsors fundraising events, community service activities, and promotes spirit days throughout the year.
If you have any questions please contact, Ms. Dresbach or Ms. Birgfeld.
Kids Up Reading Coaches
Many bright and capable students find reading and writing harder than expected. Whether it’s dyslexia, dysgraphia, COVID or just not enough classroom instruction, these challenges can chip away at kids’ confidence and make school frustrating.
At Kids Up Reading Tutors, we provide one-on-one tutoring for students in grades 1–12. Our approach is grounded in the Science of Reading—using Orton-Gillingham and other evidence-based methods proven to help struggling readers build lasting skills.
We use systematic, explicit instruction to:
- Strengthen phonological skills (the foundation of reading and spelling)
- Master phonics and spelling rules
- Build fluency and comprehension
- Develop confidence as independent readers and writers
Every child deserves to feel capable and confident. With the right support, they can thrive.
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