Murch Elementary will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. There is no school for students or staff.
We hope all Murch families enjoy a restful long weekend. See you back on Tuesday, May 26!
Murch Dads Meet-Up – Thursday, May 21 at Comet Ping Pong
Calling all Murch dads! After cheering on our talented performers at opening night of the Murch Spring Musical, head over to Comet Ping Pong for a laid-back evening of conversation and connection.
When: Thursday, May 21 at 8:00 PM
Where: Comet Ping Pong (meet in the bar area)
No RSVP needed — just stop by and say hello! It’s an easy, no-pressure way to meet other Murch parents, unwind after a busy week, and continue the post-musical celebration with fellow dads from the community.
The group meets every third Thursday of the month. This is one of the final meet-ups of the school year — only one more remains before summer break!
Get Your Tickets for the Murch Musical This Week – May 21 & 22!
The curtain rises this week for Murch’s Spring Musical, The Ugly Duckling on Thursday, May 21 and Friday, May 22 at 7:00 PM at Murch!
This original production created entirely by our talented 4th and 5th grade students, under the direction of the Educational Theatre Company, is funny, heartfelt, imaginative, and completely one-of-a-kind. From developing characters and writing scripts and lyrics to choreographing dances and designing costumes, props, and sets, our students have poured incredible creativity and hard work into every aspect of the show.
Filled with unexpected characters, big laughs, and lots of heart, The Ugly Duckling is sure to entertain. You won’t want to miss this creative, collaborative showcase of Murch talent!
Performances: May 21 & 22 at 7:00 PM
Doors open: 6:45 PM
Tickets: $10
Purchase tickets here: https://e.givesmart.com/
Come support our amazing cast and crew for a night of creativity and fun!
Deadline Extended: Share Input for 2026–27 Classroom Rosters by May 19!
Principal Cebrzynski invites all Murch families to share input to support the classroom roster creation process for the 2026–27 school year. Please complete the input form no later than Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
To submit your input, use this form: Classroom Roster Input Form
Roster creation is a thoughtful, collaborative effort finalized at the end of June. Any information families share will be carefully reviewed by both the current (sending) grade-level teachers and the next (receiving) grade-level team, alongside multiple factors to support balanced and effective classroom placements for all students.
Please note: requests for specific teachers are not accepted, and families are asked not to contact their child’s current teacher about placement for the upcoming year.
Thank you for your trust and partnership as we work to create learning environments that best support every student’s growth and success.
Jackson-Reed Theater Presents Mamma Mia!
Don’t miss Jackson-Reed Theater’s spring musical, Mamma Mia! 🎶 Featuring ABBA’s iconic hits, this sunny, feel-good show follows a young woman’s search for her father on the eve of her wedding—bringing three men from her mother’s past back to a Greek island for a story full of humor, heart, and great music.
📅 Performances: May 15, 16, 22 & 23 at 7:00 PM | Matinee: May 23 at 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Jackson-Reed Auditorium, 3950 Chesapeake St NW
🎟 Tickets: $20 adults | $10 students | Free for Jackson-Reed faculty & staff
Learn more, donate, or purchase tickets at www.jacksonreedtheater.com. A fun night out for the whole family! ✨
Join Screenwise Families DC – Stay Connected on Tech & Kids
Following last week’s sold-out Screenagers screening at the Avalon Theatre, many families expressed enthusiasm for staying connected and continuing the conversation—and we’re excited to help!
We invite you to join Screenwise Families DC, a new WhatsApp group designed to connect, inform, and support families who want to work together to delay the introduction of social media and smartphones, and to help children build healthy, thoughtful tech habits.
📱 Join Screenwise Families DC here
Let’s keep the conversation going and support one another in raising screenwise kids!
Deal Middle School Open Houses – May 20
Prospective families are encouraged to visit Deal during one of their upcoming open houses. Meet current students, participate in a Q&A with Principal Neal, and enjoy student-guided tours!
Please sign up in advance if possible.
- Wednesday, May 20 | 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Field Day – May 27 & 28: Volunteers Needed!
Get ready for one of the most exciting traditions of the year—Field Day! It’s a fun-filled, high-energy event, and we need volunteers to help run activity stations and cheer on our students.
Schedule:
Wednesday, May 27
- Morning (9:00–11:30 AM): Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Afternoon (12:15–2:45 PM): 1st & 2nd Grades
Thursday, May 28
- Morning (9:00–11:30 AM): 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
Rain Date: Friday, May 29
Interested in helping make Field Day a success? We’d love to have you!
Click HERE to sign up and volunteer!
📣 Enroll By May 22 to Help Your Grade Win!
Friday, May 22 is the final day for families to enroll/re-enroll for the 2026–2027 school year to help their grade win the Grade-Level Enrollment Challenge! The grade with the highest enrollment percentage will earn a grade-wide cookout and end-of-year celebration. 🍔🎉
🏆 Current standings as of May 13:
- Pre-K: 72%
- Kindergarten: 74%
- 1st Grade: 79% 🌟
- 2nd Grade: 70%
- 3rd Grade: 66%
- 4th Grade: 66%
First Grade is in the lead, but there’s still time for another grade to make a final push before the challenge ends on Friday, May 22!
👉 Enroll today via ASPEN or click HERE for more information.
Let’s finish strong, Murch—every enrollment counts! 🙌
LSAT Meeting Tonight — Tuesday, May 19 (Virtual, 6:15–7:45 PM)
The Murch Local School Advisory Team (LSAT) will hold its monthly meeting tonight, Tuesday, May 19 from 6:15–7:45 PM.
All LSAT meetings are held virtually, are open to the entire Murch community, and include time for questions and discussion.
Click the Zoom link to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89908900370