Do you have a costume that is too small for your child or one that you know your child will not wear again?
MySchoolBucks is Now LINQ Connect
Starting October 10, 2023, the meal payments portal, MySchoolBucks, was replaced by a new meal payment solution, LINQ Connect.
Existing MySchoolBucks account holders must register for a LINQ Connect account. To get the new account set up, it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:
- Register: Create an account at https://linqconnect.com and select register. Have your student’s ID number available.
- Verify Account: Click the email verification link sent to the provided email address to verify your account.
- Sign In: Now, you can sign in at https://linqconnect.com
using your email and password. Please note: You will need to add your student to your LINQ Connect account. Click on +, then type and complete the information to link your student. You will need to complete this process for each student you wish to add.
All student and adult staff meal account balances will automatically roll over to LINQConnect. However, to add funds or check balances after October 10, you must have a LINQConnect account.
If you have questions, please email food.dcps@k12.dc.gov, call (202) 299-2159, or check out the DCPS Meal Payment System Update FAQ.
Murch Library – Volunteers and Donations
Ms. Burton would love volunteers to help re-shelve books in the Murch library. This is an easy and flexible volunteer opportunity that helps our wonderful library run more smoothly. You can volunteer for as little as 15 minutes or spend several relaxing hours re-shelving books. Swing by after dropping your kids off in the morning every once in a while or dedicate one afternoon a week – whatever works for you! All help is very much appreciated! Please click here to sign up!
Also, please help supply Ms. Burton and the Murch Library with some basic classroom needs. Drop off containers of wipes, rolls of paper towels, and/or boxes of tissues for Ms. Burton to keep on hand in the library. Donated supplies can be dropped directly in the library by the checkout desk at your convenience.
Principal C’s Corner
Check out Mr. C’s latest monthly newsletter to the Murch community! This is emailed to families every month and also posted on this website. Find all monthly newsletters from this school year inside Principal C’s Corner under the “About Murch” menu tab above. Happy reading!
Basketball Interest Meeting—Oct. 4
Calling all interested hoopsters!
A basketball interest meeting will be held Wednesday, October 4th from 3:30-3:45 PM in the Murch gym. This brief meeting is for 4th and 5th grade girls and boys who are interested in trying out to play basketball this season. Parents are also welcome to attend the interest meeting to receive important information.
If you intend to try out for basketball, we strongly encourage you to submit your required DCIAA paperwork ASAP, which has to be submitted each school year and is required for participation in DCIAA-organized sports. The participation forms do take time for processing, so please start the process early. If you already submitted a packet for cross country and were eligible to participate in the fall, you do not need to re-submit as your paperwork is good for the entire school year. We will reach out to you if/when we need an updated universal health certificate to keep your athlete eligible.
For participation information from DCIAA, please click HERE.
For the direct link to the required participation form (for the 2023-24 SY), please click HERE.
For the Universal Health Certificate (which has to be attached to your packet), please click HERE. The health form expires 365 days from the date of the health exam and the form must be signed, stamped and dated by a physician or nurse practitioner.
If you have questions about the eligibility of your student for participation in DCIAA-sponsored sports at Murch, please reach out to the Murch athletics team at Murch.Athletics@k12.dc.gov. The athletics team can assist with paperwork questions and can also let you know if your student is cleared to participate by DCIAA.
Please email Coach Hayden (girls head coach) or Coach Fry (boys head coach) if you have any questions. We are also thrilled to have Assistant Coach Archer back to assist with the boys’ team.
We look forward to kicking off the winter basketball season soon!
Volunteer with the HSA
The Murch Home and School Association (Murch HSA) is still looking for support for the following volunteer positions:
- Communications Chair
- Social Media Manager
- Welcome / New Family Committee
To get started, please fill out our volunteer interest form or email us. Click here for more information about HSA volunteering.
Fall Fair 2021
Saturday, October 23
12–4 PM
Rain Date: Sunday, October 24
Games and Prizes • The Famous Used Book Sale
Snacks • Potomac Pizza • Ice Cream
Arts & Crafts • Ridiculously Fun Oversized Activities
Mini Putt-Putt • Photo Booth
HAVE FUN AND HELP MURCH • PROCEEDS GO TO THE MURCH HSA
Credit cards are the preferred method of payment during the Fall Fair.
There will be few opportunities/ticket booths at which we will accept cash.
We thank all Murch families for day-of donations to our Bake Sale!
Please package treats individually and drop off near the HSA Booth (head toward the gym).
Masks are mandatory at the Fall Fair.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Want to advertise your small business? Are you a crafter and want to sell your goods?
Contact the Murch Marketplace to rent a table at the Fall Fair!
- $50 for Murch families/staff
- $85 for others in the community
Email Crystal FitzSimons for details.
2021 SignUp Genius Links for Volunteers
Please click on your grade level below, then find the sign-up link for your class. Also check out the general volunteer opportunities link.
Donate your gently used books! Board books, kids books, sci-fi, novels, mystery, hardcover, paperbacks and cookbooks all accepted. Please no out-of-date travel books or textbooks.
During morning drop-off: stop by the buddy bench at the gym door. During the school day: bagged or boxed books labeled with "Fall Fair" can be dropped off at the Davenport St. entrance with the security guard.
Volunteers are needed to help sort books in the gym on Thursday, Oct. 21. Masks will be required. Click here to sign up!
Email Lesley Rich for more information.
We always need more people on our team! Email Katie Riley for more information.
Required DCIAA paperwork, in advance of winter sports
Calling all student-athletes in grades 4 and 5!
If you intend to try out for basketball this winter or participate in track and field in the spring, we strongly encourage you to get an up-to-date physical, if you don’t already have one. As a reminder, health forms cannot be more than 365 days old (from the date of the health exam).
We also strongly encourage you to submit your required DCIAA paperwork, which has to be submitted each school year and is required for participation in DCIAA-organized sports. The participation forms do take time for processing, so please start the process early.
For the Universal Health Certificate, please click HERE.
For participation information from DCIAA, please click HERE.
For the direct link to the required participation form (for the 2023-24 SY), please click HERE.
If you have questions about the eligibility of your student for participation in sports at Murch, please reach out to the Murch athletics team at Murch.Athletics@k12.dc.gov.
Fall Fair 2022
Sunday, October 23
12–4 PM
Rain Date: Sunday, October 30
Games and Prizes • The Famous Used Book Sale
Snacks • Ice Cream
Arts & Crafts • And More!
International Table
Want to advertise your small business? Are you a crafter and want to sell your goods?
Contact the Murch Marketplace to rent a table at the Fall Fair!
- $50 for Murch families/staff
- $85 for others in the community
Email Crystal FitzSimons for details.
Please click on your grade level below, then find the sign-up link for your class.
Also check out the general volunteer opportunities link at the bottom. Middle and high school students are welcome to sign up!
Please donate your gently used books to the book sale. To donate, please leave your bagged or boxed books labeled "Fall Fair" beneath the staircase in the main entrance lobby. Deadline for donating books is Thursday, Oct. 20.
We also need volunteers to help sort the books on Oct. 20. Sign up here to help sort books.
Please email Dan Golden for more information about donating books or volunteering.
Have fun and help Murch! Proceeds go to the Murch HSA.
We always need more people on our team! Email Crystal FitzSimons for more information.
Fall Fair 2023
Sunday, October 15
12–4 PM
Games and Prizes • Arts & Crafts
The Famous Used Book Sale
Snacks • Ice Cream • Bake Sale
Murch Marketplace • International Table
And More!
Note: Credit cards are the preferred method of payment during the Fall Fair.
There will be few opportunities/ticket booths at which we will accept cash.
Volunteer
We can't do this without you! Please click on your grade level below, then find the sign-up link for your class.
Tickets
All pre-orders can be picked up at the HSA Booth located near the library after 12pm during the Fall Fair. We cannot offer refunds but we hope you'll consider any unused tickets a further donation to Murch HSA.
International Table
The International Table will be back this year at the Fall Fair! Families are invited to showcase their items from countries and communities around the world. Bring a piece of art, colorful textile, jewelry, clothing, toys, handicrafts, flags, sports jerseys, or any other items that represent your country or community, to showcase at the fair. Please drop off your items at the International Table in the Murch Marketplace anytime during the Fall Fair and then pick them up when you leave.
Want to advertise your small business? Are you a crafter and want to sell your goods?
Contact the Murch Marketplace to rent a table at the Fall Fair!
- $50 for Murch families/staff
- $85 for others in the community
Please email Rebeca Fiet for details and to sign up.
We thank all Murch families for day-of donations to our Bake Sale!
Please package treats individually and drop off near the HSA Booth (head toward the gym). All bake sale treats must be nut-free.
Donate your gently used books, puzzles, and board games for sale at the Fall Fair!
Starting Monday, Sep. 18, please leave your bagged or boxed items labeled "Fall Fair" beneath the staircase in the main entrance lobby. Please ensure puzzles and games are not missing pieces. Deadline for donations is Thursday, Oct. 12.
Please email Dan Golden for more information about donating or volunteering for the book sale.
Have fun and help Murch! Proceeds go to the Murch HSA.
We always need more people on our team! Email Rebeca Fiet for more information.