Leadership Update: Mr. Hawkins Named SY26-27 Interim Principal
Yesterday, DCPS announced that Assistant Principal Devario Hawkins will serve as Murch’s Interim Principal for the 2026–27 school year following Principal Cebrzynski’s retirement at the end of this school year. […]
Celebrating Principal Cebrzynski’s Retirement – Thursday, June 18
Last week, Principal Cebrzynski shared the news that he will retire at the end of the 2025–2026 school year. After 15years of dedicated leadership, service, and stewardship, Mr. C will […]
💊 Pick Up Medication from the Health Suite
If your child has medication on file in the Health Suite, please make arrangements to pick it up no later than Thursday, June 18. For the safety of all students, medications […]
Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day at Murch – Registration Open!
Ready for Wonders? Wonders Extended Day registration is now open for the 2026-2027 school year! Click Here: Wonders at Murch We provide before and after school care which complements and extends children’s learning […]
Health Forms & Immunizations for SY26-27!
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) Parents […]
Last Day of School Update: Now Thursday, June 18
Due to weather-related closures, the last day of school for DCPS students is now Thursday, June 18. Previously, the last day of school was scheduled for Wednesday, June 17. 5th […]
Congratulations to Our SY26-27 HSA Board and LSAT Leaders!
The final HSA meeting of the school year took place on Tuesday, June 2. Thank you to everyone who attended—especially those who helped us reach quorum! During the meeting, the […]
📣 Enroll/Re-Enroll for SY26-27!
Thank you to all of the families who have already completed enrollment/re-enrollment for next year. Thanks to your efforts, Murch has now reached an incredible 85.5% of our projected enrollment (628 […]
Seeking Fall Fair Chairs — Pass the Torch!
Do you love creating fun community events? Are you organized, energetic, and ready to make some Murch magic? Then grab a few friends and consider leading the Murch Fall Fair! […]
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 and click: Locations → Murch ES → Register Please note that all […]
All Library Books Due!
Students in grades K–5 who have a clear library account (either books returned or replacement arrangements made) can visit the library to receive a free lollipop and be entered into a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
Murch’s Student Newspaper – in the news!
Thanks to the Forest Hills Connection for turning the spotlight on Murch’s very own Blue & Gold newspaper! Click here to read about the past ten years of student journalism […]
Slow Down: Safety Reminders for Vehicles Around Murch
Slow Down: Safety Reminders for Vehicles Around Murch School days bring congestion around Murch. School buses are dropping off their passengers, kids on bikes and on foot are hurrying to […]
Murch School Spirit Video!
In celebration of National Photography Day (June 15th) and to celebrate Murch, the Murch Student Council sponsored a final spirit day! Students were asked to email one photo of themselves […]