Murray Elementary School

October 2026

Principal's News

We are very excited about our upcoming Celebrate Murray Night on Thursday, October 8, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Dinner will be served throughout the evening. This event will feel like a fall festival, with ongoing activities all night long so your family can choose what to attend at your own pace. Our goal for the evening is to highlight all the wonderful things happening at Murray, celebrate Virginia L. Murray’s legacy, and reflect on how we honor her through our daily work. We hope you can make it. We will send a reminder next week with more information!

Car Drop Off

Just a reminder that car drop off line begins at 7:40!

Family Council

Get the latest ACPS Family Council updates! You can find the copy here.

School Board Member Bob Beard

Bob Beard will join us for our October PTO Meeting on Wednesday, October 7 at 6:30 pm.

You're Invited to Fall Conferences

Fall Conferences: October 12 - November 6

Fall conferences are an important opportunity to learn more about your child’s educational journey and how they are doing socially, emotionally, and academically.

Please watch for information from your child’s teacher on how to sign up for a day and time. Don’t miss this chance for one-on-one conversations to better understand your child’s progress and how to support their learning at home.

We look forward to connecting with you!

No School for Students

No School – October 12 & 13

Please note that school will not be in session on Monday, October 12, and Tuesday, October 13. Enjoy the long weekend!

Please check out the school calendar for all other school events: https://mes.k12albemarle.org/about/calendar

School Wide Morning Meeting

Join us on Friday, October 30 for our School Wide Moring Meeting led by Grade 4. Remember to wear green or your Murray spirit wear! The story book costume parade will follow the School Wide Morning Meeting.

Costume Parade

Annual Costume Parade – Friday, October 30

Join us for our annual Costume Parade at 8:30 AM on the track after the SWMM! Families are welcome to attend and celebrate with us—come have fun and enjoy the creativity of our students’ costumes!

Important reminder: Please do not include masks or any weapons (real or pretend) as part of costumes. Safety comes first, and we want everyone to have a fun and safe experience.