Dear Murch Families,
As we enter August, anticipation fills the air with the promise of a new academic year just around the corner. I am thrilled to welcome back our students and the entire school community on August 26th. Our faculty and staff will continue to prepare for the return of both our returning and new students to Murch, ensuring that our classrooms are not only safe but also nurturing environments where your children can thrive.
One important update I’d like to share is about enrollment and student-teacher assignments. We have over 40 seats to fill to reach our enrollment projection of 661 students, which I am confident we will meet. That said, this creates some uncertainty in predicting final numbers for grade levels/individual classes at this time. The leadership team will be monitoring enrollment over the next two weeks. Once we can confidently finalize grade-level enrollment, we will send class assignments to you.
In my next update, to be sent on Monday, August 5th and posted to the HSA website, I am excited to introduce several new staff members who will be joining our Murch family as well as initiatives, in conjunction with DCPS’s new five-year strategic plan, aimed at enriching the educational experience for our students. From a focus on improving to new extracurricular activities, we are committed to providing a well-rounded education that caters to the diverse needs and interests of our students.
We understand that the transition back to school can be a time of mixed emotions for both children and parents. Please know that we are here to support you every step of the way. In the coming days/weeks, I will be sharing more information including, but not limited to our back-to-school procedures, the implementation of STRONG START (which will take the place of the morning meeting), our new staff members, and our Sneak Peek on August 23rd.
Your partnership is vital to the success of our school and your children’s education. We encourage you to get involved, whether it be through volunteering, joining our HSA, or simply engaging with your child’s learning at home. Together, we can make this a fantastic year filled with growth, learning, and joy.
Please mark your calendars for our Back-to-School Night on September 5th, where you will have the opportunity to meet our teachers, visit the classrooms, and learn more about the curriculum and our goals for the year ahead.
In closing, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your continued support and trust in our school. We are honored to be a part of your child’s educational journey and look forward to seeing their smiling faces on the first day of school.
Warm regards,
Principal Cebrzynski