August 1, 2024: Back to School Info, Enrollment and Class Assignments
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 … [Read more...]
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Future Stars Aftercare Registration Now Open
Registration is now open for Future Stars, Murch’s new before- and after-care partner for the 2026–2027 school year. To register, visit thefuturestars.net, click Locations → Murch ES → Register. Note […]
Murch Plus Spring Session Wraps Up Next Week
The six-week Murch Plus Spring Session will conclude next Wednesday, May 27. From art and architecture to dance, LEGO, basketball, and more, it’s been a fantastic season of learning, creativity, and […]
☕ Coffee on the Playground & HSA Community Meeting – May 29
Join us for the final Coffee on the Playground & HSA Community Meeting of the school year on Friday, May 29 from 8:45–9:30 AM! Grab a cup of coffee, connect with […]
Support the Murch Staff End-of-Year Gift Fund
Help us show our appreciation for the incredible Murch staff who support our students every day! Please consider donating to the HSA’s Murch Staff End-of-Year Gift Fund by Friday, June 12. This fund […]
📚 End-of-Year Library Reminders from Ms. Burton 🍭
As the school year winds down, Ms. Burton has shared several important library reminders for Murch families. Important Dates Final day for student book check-out: Friday, May 29 All library […]
No School Monday, May 25 — Memorial Day
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 […]
🌍 Murch International Night – Thursday, June 4 from 6-8pm!
One of the things that makes Murch so special is our global community. International Night is a chance to connect, share our cultures, and celebrate what makes our school so […]
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 […]
📣 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 […]
Aftercare Programming Update for 2026-27 School Year
March 27, 2026 Dear Murch Families, I am writing to share an important update regarding our aftercare programming for the 2026-27 school year. For more than 15 years, Capitol Language […]
Murch Plus Spring Session | Dismissal Information
The Spring Session of Murch Plus is underway! This session will be held every Wednesday from April 22 through May 27 from 3:30–4:15 PM. Dismissal Information: • After-School Programs: Students […]
Litter Patrol is Back!
With spring in the air, Litter Patrol is back in action! Join us on the playground from 8:15–8:30 AM every Monday (or Tuesday if there’s no school on Monday). Meet by […]
Live from Murch… What A Night! There’s Still Time to Join the Fun!
🎤 Mic Drop, Murch! Auction Goal Reached! We did it! We’re thrilled to share that we surpassed our ambitious auction goal—raising over $105,000 for Murch! Thanks again to everyone who attended, bid, […]
Thank You, Murch Families! We Did It!
Thank you, Murch families! 💙 We did it! The Murch HSA’s 2025 Support Our School (SOS) Campaign wrapped up on December 31, and thanks to your incredible generosity, we reached our […]
Important DCPS Calendar Adjustments for the 2025-26 School Year
February 11, 2026 Dear DC Public Schools Parents and Families, At DC Public Schools (DCPS), we are committed to providing students with rigorous and joyful learning experiences through high quality […]
International Display at Murch
The Murch International Committee is excited to bring back the International Display at the school entrance! This rotating showcase will feature cultural items from the many countries and traditions represented in our […]
Wonders Extended Day at Murch – Enroll Today!
Wonders offers high‑quality before and after school care for Pre‑K through 5th grade students right on the Murch campus. Programs provide a fun, safe, and enriching environment with activities that […]
Join the Murch Online Directory to Stay Connected!
The Murch Online Directory is the easiest way for families to stay in touch and connect with our school community. The directory is available to Murch families only, and you […]
Friendly Reminder: Handicapped Parking Spot on Davenport St
We’d like to remind our Murch community that there is a designated handicapped parking spot on Davenport Street, near the corner of 36th Street on the school side. A number […]
Interested in Chaperoning a Field Trip?
Background checks are required for ALL parents interested in chaperoning a field trip. It is a simple and easy process that we encourage everyone to do ASAP. Follow these steps: […]