Home and School Association
ANC 3/4G is collecting community feedback through a survey on the Civic Core site plan, which includes a new library, community center, housing, outdoor space, and potential retail. The survey is open until June 22, 2025.
Capitol Language Services (CLS) is excited to announce that enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is now open
for our:
• Before and After-school Programs
• Art Programs
• Spanish Programs
Enrollment Period: May 16, 2025 through July 31, 2025 for current Murch ES families.
CLS reserves spots for newly enrolled families accepted by the administration of the
school after July 31.
How to Enroll:
• Log in to your existing Procare account
• OR
• Visit your school’s page on the Capitol Language Services website and begin
the enrollment process there.
We’re looking forward to welcoming your child into our programs for the new school
year—enrollment is now open with plenty of opportunities to join!
If you have any questions about the enrollment process or our programs, please do not
hesitate to reach out to our office (202) 597-545.
Looking for a night of music, mayhem, and a little mischief? Alice Deal Middle School invites you to enjoy Beetlejuice Jr., a lively musical performed by talented middle schoolers. Join us on May 29, 30 and 31 at Deal Middle School for an unforgettably spooky theatrical experience.
Tickets available here: Tickets | Theater at Deal Middle School.
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.
Attention 5th graders! Did you know about RISE?!
Have you ever thought about participating in Girl Scouts? There are currently two troops of Murch students (one Daisy troop of 1st graders, and one Brownie troop of 2-3rd graders, but Scouting is open to kids K-12) with plans to open more if there is interest!
If you’re curious to read more about what Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital is and does, click here (including resources in other languages here). To date, our scouts have grown their confidence and interpersonal skills through creating art, learning cultural songs and dances, hiking, investigating and practicing personal safety skills, building their own stuffed animals, investigating water conservation, and are preparing to visit a local mechanic to study engineering. Although individuals are welcome to register for Girl Scouts at any time through the local council website, we have had great experiences in building and deepening relationships for our scouts through the formation of troops within our Murch community.
If you are interested in joining Girl Scouts, please contact Kassi Chappell (Kindergarten & 1st grade mom and Daisy Troop Leader) to help us coordinate our numbers. She can answer any questions you may have and put you in touch with the corresponding age level leaders.
Capitol City Little League (Cap City) offers Spring and Fall baseball and softball for kids 4-14 years old. Register now through mid-February for the Spring 2025 season. Games and practices will start in mid-March. Learn more and register at: https://capcityll.org/
No experience is necessary—this is an outstanding league for all players from 4-14, from novices to travel team-level players. The league has pitching and skills clinics and a wonderful group of volunteer parent coaches. All Murch students are welcome to play with Cap City, regardless of where they live.
Questions? Contact registration@capcityll.org.
Questions? Email info@hoopeducation.com.
Are you a girl who is interested in trying flag football? FlagStar Football is hosting promo days around the DC area throughout the next few months.
What is a promo day? It’s FREE and works similarly to a typical FlagStar flag football practice. By attending, you can see if you like the experience. If so, you can then sign up for the FlagStar spring season!
Who can come? Girls in 2nd – 8th grade.
Interested? Email Murch alum, Zoya Anderson, at zoya.anderson31@gmail.com with your child’s name and grade.
Luisa Palloni, LICSW is a Murch mom and DC-based clinical social worker who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Through her telehealth-based private practice, Behavioral Sleep Services LLC, she provides convenient and effective treatment to adults who are looking for a solution to their sleep problems. CBT-I is a short term, research-based treatment that is specifically designed for people who have trouble falling and staying asleep. It’s also widely considered to be the gold standard for insomnia treatment by organizations such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
If you would like to learn more, check out the practice website at behavioralsleepservices.com or reach out to Luisa directly at lpalloni@behavioralsleepservices.com.