Don't forget to save the date for the fan favorite, Winter Music Concert, featuring all of the band and choir students at Murphy! Tuesday, December 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Murphy Gym. Livestream: bit.ly/4pF3uI5 Program: bit.ly/4iJ4CYk

Want to show support to our Maverick basketball teams at the Battle of 127th? Order your "Battle Shirt" at the link: omella.com/lx462

The Music Department went on our annual Music Ambassadors Tour! A group of students headed out to GP, HM, and SB to talk to 4th and 5th graders about joining band and choir! See you soon, Future MAVERICKS!

Ms. Karvelius and the directors at Thompson, Traughber, and Bednarcik hosted well known composer, JaRod Hall for a series of clinics and Q and A sessions! We had a great time with our 2nd annual Composer Residency. Thanks again, Mr. Hall!

Next week in the cafeteria for Junior High and High School students - our January Limited Time Offer - Spicy Chicken & Street Corn Mac & Cheese! Get a free sample Monday, Jan. 12, & try it out for lunch Jan. 13–15. This video from Chef Natalia shows you how it's made.

Hey Mavericks! Don't miss your chance to purchase a 25-26 Yearbook! Orders close on January 22nd. Go to: yearbookforever.com and enter Murphy!

Who's ready to PAINT? Join the Murphy Muralists! The first meeting is Feb 2. Join the Google Classroom and fill out out the form to sign-up. Code: 6qyzth4n Contact Ms. Cryder with questions

We are very excited to announce that several of our Murphy 8th graders were selected to have their short stories published in the Young Writers' book, Fright Club 2025 - Dark Places! Congratulations to all of the authors.

Interested in supporting the Murphy Drama students? They are hosting a Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser from Feb. 9 at 5pm to Feb. 13 at 5pm. Be on the lookout for a chance to support!

Today’s spelling bee was exciting, and after 28 rounds, 8th grader Bridget Isaacs emerged as our new Murphy school spelling bee champion! Bridget will represent Murphy in the upcoming Grundy-Kendall County Regional Spelling Bee in March. Congratulations to all participants!

Congratulations again to ALL of our Spelling Bee finalists! Here's a picture of the stiff competitors. Huge thank you to Mrs. Zaininger for all her work organizing!

It's time to raise some money for Murphy's Drama department!!! Buy some Double Good Popcorn between Feb. 9 at 5pm to Feb. 13 at 5pm. Here is our link: s.dgpopup.com/9flk83z1 Thanks for your support!

Attention 5th Graders coming to Murphy! Band & Choir Sign-ups have started NOW! Start your journey by clicking the link: bit.ly/mumusic26

Attention 5th Graders! Do you have a question about joining band and choir at Murphy next year? Come to the Meet & Greet, this Thursday at 7:00 for more info!

Last day to support the Murphy Drama dept by purchasing some Double Good Popcorn by Feb. 13 at 5pm. Here is our link: s.dgpopup.com/9flk83z1 Thanks for your support!

SAVE THE DATE! The Girls Basketball team plays on March 6 for the Battle of 127th Street. Doors open at 5pm

Next week in the cafeteria for Jr. High and High School is our February Limited Time Offer - Cheeseburger Nachos with Pickle Queso! Get a free sample Monday, Feb. 23, & try it out for lunch Jan. 24–26. This video from Chef Natalia shows you how it's made.

5th Graders: Did you miss the band appointments? Are you still wanting to join choir! Don't worry, just click the link to get started: bit.ly/mumusic26 If interested in band, please also email Ms. Karvelius at [email protected]

ATTENTION CURRENT 7TH GRADERS: Join AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Find out more Informational Q & A Meet (virtual) on March 18 from 7-7:30 p.m. All student applications are due on March 27. Applications can be found in your SCIENCE Google Classroom

Don't forget to cheer on our Girls Basketball Team this Friday, March 6 at the Battle of 127th Street. Doors open at 5pm.