First Cross Country Meet – Wednesday, September 17
The Murch Boys & Girls Cross Country Team kicks off their season this week on Wednesday, September 17 at Colmar Manor Community Park! The girls’ race begins at 1:00PM and the boys’ race follows […]
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Girls Basketball Interest Meeting – Sept. 17
Calling all 4th & 5th grade girls! If you’re interested in joining the Murch Girls Basketball Team this season, there will be an Interest Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, from 3:30–3:45PM in […]
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Pre-K Back to School Night – Sept. 18
It’s your turn, Pre-K parents! Pre-K Back to School Night Thursday, September 18 6:00–7:00PM Teachers will share what’s ahead this year, give you a peek into your child’s classroom experience, […]
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Fall Fair Book Collection Begins Sept. 15!
It’s time to do a little Fall cleaning! Starting Monday, September 15, the Fall Fair Team will begin collecting books, puzzles, and board games for the Book Sale! Please donate gently used items […]
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🎬 Murch Outdoor Movie Night – October 3
Get ready, Murch! Outdoor Movie Night is back — and this year’s feature is A Minecraft Movie! If your kids love building, adventuring, and all things Minecraft, they won’t want […]
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Grandparents & Special Persons Day – September 25
We’re excited to extend an invitation to Murch’s 2nd Annual Grandparents & Special Persons Day on Thursday, September 25! This special morning welcomes grandparents to experience a bit of life at Murch […]
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Arrival and Dismissal Information
Arrival: Starting Tuesday, September 2, 4th and 5th grade students will enter the building on their own. All other students (Pre-K4 – 3rd grade and specialized classes) will continue to lineup in their assigned […]
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Share Your Voice: DC Out of School Time Family Survey
Do afterschool and summer programs in D.C. meet your family’s needs? The Deputy Mayor for Education and the Office of Out of School Time (OST) want to hear from YOU! […]
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Ward 3 Education Network Meeting – Sept. 17
The first community meeting of the Ward 3 Education Network (W3EdNet) will be held on Wednesday, September 17 at 7:00PM via Zoom. Click HERE to register. We’re excited to welcome Ward 3 Councilmember Matthew […]
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♻️ Litter Patrol is Back!
Starting this fall, Litter Patrol is back! Join us on Monday mornings from 8:15-8:30AM to help keep our playground and fields clean. Litter Patrol will begin on Monday, September 8. […]
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Get Involved at Murch!
Want to meet new people, make a meaningful impact, and support our amazing school community? Now’s your chance! The Murch Home and School Association (HSA) has 25+ committee roles supporting events, fundraising, communications, […]
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Kids Ride Free Metro Cards – Request Your New Card!
The 2024–2025 Kids Ride Free Metro Cards will expire on September 30, 2025. To ensure your student can continue riding free on Metrobus and Metrorail, please request a new card for the 2025–2026 […]
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Volunteer and Vendor Opportunities for the Murch Fall Fair!
The Fall Fair depends on parent volunteers to bring the fun to life, and we’re looking for a few more helping hands: Day-of Area Managers – Help oversee a specific section of the Fall […]
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Complete and Submit Your Health Forms for 2025-26!
Don’t forget to complete and submit your student’s health forms! The required forms can be found here on the DCPS website. For immunization information and pediatric immunization facilities, visit: Immunization | doh (dc.gov). Please […]
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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 […]
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Get Ready for 4th & 5th Grade Sports!
If your 4th or 5th grade student is interested in participating in an official DCIAA sport(s) this year— Fall: Cross Country Winter: Basketball Spring: Track & Field —you will need to […]
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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 […]
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Help Shape Safer Routes to Murch – Complete the Survey Today!
Help Shape Safer Routes to Murch! We’re excited to share that Murch has been selected to participate in DC’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) initiative—an important program designed to improve […]
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Murch Buddy Program
New to Murch Elementary School and seeking to connect with others in the Murch community? Each year, the Murch Home and School Association (HSA) works with Lauren Miller, Murch’s guidance […]
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New-to-Murch Parent/Caregiver Breakfast – Sept. 16
Parents and caregivers who are new to Murch Elementary School are invited to a new parent breakfast on Tuesday, September 16 from 9:15-10:00AM in the Murch PreK and Kindergarten Commons […]
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