Current News and Events
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 […]
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, […]
🎤 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 […]
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). […]
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 […]
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 […]
Good news! Fall Student Portraits are now online for viewing and ordering. Families of photographed students should have received an email from Freed Photography with a link to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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. […]
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Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8! This is a special time at Murch when we come together to celebrate our incredible teachers and staff. Each day will include thoughtful touches to make their week a little brighter—and we’d love your help!
Click here for more information and to volunteer!
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Teacher & Staff Appreciation Breakfast
Love to bake? We invite families to contribute nut-free breakfast items or treats (bagels, scones, cookies, brownies, cupcakes, etc.) for staff to enjoy.
📍 Drop off in the Welcome Center before morning drop-off (store-bought is great too!)
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HSA Meeting
Join us for our monthly HSA Board Meeting at 7PM in the Library. This meeting is open to the public and focused on deeper planning and budgeting.
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- Wednesday, May 06
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Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8! This is a special time at Murch when we come together to celebrate our incredible teachers and staff. Each day will include thoughtful touches to make their week a little brighter—and we’d love your help!
Click here for more information and to volunteer!
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HSA Provided Lunch for Teachers & Staff
The HSA is providing lunch for all staff—volunteers are needed for set-up and clean-up. 👉 Sign up here to help!
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Murch Plus Spring Session
Murch Plus Spring Session will meet from 3:30-4:15pm on Wednesdays from April 22 - May 27. Click here for dismissal information.
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- Thursday, May 07
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Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8! This is a special time at Murch when we come together to celebrate our incredible teachers and staff. Each day will include thoughtful touches to make their week a little brighter—and we’d love your help!
Click here for more information and to volunteer!
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First Thursday Murch Mom's Meet-Up
Join us for a monthly meet-up of Murch Moms on the first Thursday of each month at 8 PM in the bar area of Comet Ping Pong — no RSVP needed, just grab a friend, and let's get together!
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- Friday, May 08
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Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8! This is a special time at Murch when we come together to celebrate our incredible teachers and staff. Each day will include thoughtful touches to make their week a little brighter—and we’d love your help!
Click here for more information and to volunteer!
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HSA Provided Lunch for Teachers & Staff
The HSA is providing lunch for all staff—volunteers are needed for set-up and clean-up. 👉 Sign up here to help!
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DCIAA Track & Field Championship Meet
Coolidge High School
The Murch Track & Field team will compete in the DCIAA Championship Meet on Friday, May 8 at 2:00pm at Coolidge High School.
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- Saturday, May 09
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Murch Musical Rehearsal
In addition to their regular Monday and Thursday rehearsals, students participating in the Murch Musical will have their second weekend rehearsal on Saturday, May 9 from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
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- Monday, May 11
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Litter Patrol
Join us on Monday mornings from 8:15-8:30AM to help keep our playground and fields clean.
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- Wednesday, May 13
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Murch Plus Spring Session
Murch Plus Spring Session will meet from 3:30-4:15pm on Wednesdays from April 22 - May 27. Click here for dismissal information.
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- Friday, May 15
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Murch HSA Nominations Deadline
Want to get more connected, give back, and make a real impact at Murch? This is your moment—the HSA is looking for volunteers for the 2026-2027 school year!
Interested in applying? Please email murchnominations@gmail.com by Friday, May 15. Click here for more information.
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- Monday, May 18
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Litter Patrol
Join us on Monday mornings from 8:15-8:30AM to help keep our playground and fields clean.
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Musical Tech Week
- Tuesday, May 19
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Musical Tech Week
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LSAT Meeting
The Murch Local School Advisory Team (LSAT) will meet on Tuesday, May 19 from 6:15-7:45PM.
Click the Zoom link to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
89908900370 All LSAT meetings are held virtually, open to the entire Murch community, and include an opportunity for Q&A. We hope you'll join us!
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- Wednesday, May 20
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Murch Plus Spring Session
Murch Plus Spring Session will meet from 3:30-4:15pm on Wednesdays from April 22 - May 27. Click here for dismissal information.
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Musical Tech Week
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- Thursday, May 21
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Murch Spring Musical
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Musical Tech Week
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Murch Dad's Meet Up!
Calling all Murch dads! Join us on Thursday, May 21 at 8 PM at Comet Ping Pong for an evening of good conversation, community, and connection.
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- Friday, May 22
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Murch Spring Musical
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Musical Tech Week
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- Monday, May 25
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No School (Memorial Day)
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- Tuesday, May 26
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Murch Spring Musical In-School Performance
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Litter Patrol
Join us on Monday mornings from 8:15-8:30AM to help keep our playground and fields clean.
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- Wednesday, May 27
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Field Day
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Murch Plus Spring Session
Murch Plus Spring Session will meet from 3:30-4:15pm on Wednesdays from April 22 - May 27. Click here for dismissal information.
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- Thursday, May 28
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Field Day
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- Monday, June 01
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Litter Patrol
Join us on Monday mornings from 8:15-8:30AM to help keep our playground and fields clean.
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- Tuesday, June 02
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HSA Meeting
Join us for our monthly HSA Board Meeting at 7PM in the Library. This meeting is open to the public and focused on deeper planning and budgeting.
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- Thursday, June 04
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Murch International Night
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First Thursday Murch Mom's Meet-Up
Join us for a monthly meet-up of Murch Moms on the first Thursday of each month at 8 PM in the bar area of Comet Ping Pong — no RSVP needed, just grab a friend, and let's get together!
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Murch Social Media
Thank you to our 2026 Murch Auction Sponsors!
