"Burke changed everything. Our son started engaging deeply in classroom discussions, forming meaningful relationships with his teachers, and connecting with peers who shared his interests and values."
- Parent (Class of 2026)
At Burke, you will be known and seen – in all your wonderful complexity.

The adults on this campus will know your name, attend your games and shows, and want you to drop by their office (really!).

From alumni of the '60s and '70s to those who are brand-new this year, students point to Burke teachers as a defining feature of their school experience. Our faculty and staff are not only experienced educators and experts in their field, they truly get to know our students – from their beloved authors and historical periods to their strong opinions on pop culture and local politics.

Get to know us!

List of 8 members.

  • Photo of Julia Andrews

    Julia Andrews 

    MS & HS Math
    Howard University - B.S., B.A.
    Georgetown University - M.P.P.
    Began at Burke: 2014
  • Photo of Ginger Attarian

    Ginger Attarian 

    MS & HS History
    Northwestern University - B.A.
    American University - M.A.
    Began at Burke: 1996
  • Photo of Morgan Gargulak

    Morgan Gargulak 

    HS Science
    George Washington University - M.Ed.
    Iowa State University - B.S.
    Began at Burke: 2019
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    Curtis Harris 

    HS History/HS Basketball Coach
    American University - B.A.
    American University - M.A.
    American University - Ph.D.
    Began at Burke: 2022
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    John Howard 

    MS & HS Performing Arts / MS Soccer Coach
    UNC Chapel Hill - B.M.
    Began at Burke: 1989
  • Photo of Eugenio Ibarz

    Eugenio Ibarz 

    HS & MS Spanish
    Universidad Complutense Madrid - M.A.
    Began at Burke: 2005
  • Photo of Bob Kulawiec

    Bob Kulawiec 

    HS Science
    University of California, Berkeley - B.S.
    Yale University - M.S.
    Yale University - Ph.D.
    Began at Burke: 1998
  • Photo of Elizabeth Sislen

    Elizabeth Sislen 

    English Department Chair / MS & HS English
    Dartmouth - B.A.
    Began at Burke: 2006
  • Photo of Julia Andrews
    Julia Andrews
    MS & HS Math
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  • Photo of Sharielle Applewhite
    Sharielle Applewhite
    Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Culture/HS Health, Values, & Ethics
    202-362-8882 ext 657
  • Photo of Kristin Arndt
    Kristin Arndt
    Assistant Head of School for Program
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  • Photo of Ginger Attarian
    Ginger Attarian
    MS & HS History
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  • Photo of Tyler Bergin
    Tyler Bergin
    World Languages Department Chair / HS & MS Spanish / Varsity Baseball / Cross Country
  • Photo of Marylisa Bianchi
    Marylisa Bianchi
    MS & HS Spanish
  • Edmund Burke Board Secretary
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    Brian Bobo
    PE Department Chair / MS & HS PE
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  • Photo of Amy Cataldo
    Amy Cataldo
    MS Dean of Special Programs/Co-Director of Leadership Development/Science Dept Chair/MS Science/Softball Coach
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  • Photo of Héctor Cataño
    Héctor Cataño
    MS & HS Visual Arts Teacher, / Boys MS Soccer
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  • Photo of Kay Christy
    Kay Christy
    Visual Arts Department Chair / MS & HS Visual Arts
  • Photo of Jennifer Chudy
    Jennifer Chudy
    MS & HS Math / Academic Technology
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  • Photo of Yvette Cuenco
    Yvette Cuenco
    School Counselor
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  • Jim Donovan
  • Photo of Ellie Dooling
    Ellie Dooling
    Learning Support Department Chair / MS Learning Specialist
  • Photo of Sean Felix
    Sean Felix
    6th Grade Dean / Core Teacher / HVE Department Chair
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  • Photo of Kevin Forde
    Kevin Forde
    Director of Athletics
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    CT Hagins
    Assistant Director of Athletics
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  • Photo of Julia Harman Cain
    Julia Harman Cain
    Director of Communications & Marketing
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  • Photo of Dennis Hathorn
    Dennis Hathorn
    MS & HS Physical Education / Cross Country / Track & Field
  • Photo of Susan Hearn
    Susan Hearn
    Head of Middle School/ MS English
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  • Photo of John Howard
    John Howard
    MS & HS Performing Arts / MS Soccer Coach
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  • Photo of Nora Howard
    Nora Howard
  • Photo of Beth MacNairn
    Beth MacNairn
    MS & HS French
  • Photo of Alexis Martina
    Alexis Martina
    HS Dean of Students
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  • Photo of Genevieve McGahey
    Genevieve McGahey
  • Photo of Peter Mergenthaler
    Peter Mergenthaler
    MS & HS English
  • Photo of Gabriel Riley
    Gabriel Riley
    Senior Accountant
  • Photo of Wan Ryu
    Wan Ryu
    Systems Admin and Tech Support Specialist
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  • Photo of Vidya Seejattan
    Vidya Seejattan
    HS & MS Math
  • Photo of Stacy Smith
    Stacy Smith
    Director of Leadership Development / MS & HS Health, Values, & Ethics / Swimming / Girls MS Soccer
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  • Photo of Kamilah Souvenir
    Kamilah Souvenir
    Director of Civic Engagement / HS Health, Value & Ethics / Track & Field Assistant Coach
  • Photo of Brent Stansell
    Brent Stansell
    Performing Arts Department Chair / HS & MS Performing Arts
  • Photo of Sydnie Swain
    Sydnie Swain
    MS & HS Visual Arts
  • Photo of Mamadou Touré
    Mamadou Touré
    MS & HS French
  • Photo of Kelly Williams
    Kelly Williams
    MS Science / Academic Technology
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  • Photo of Kirsten Wyss
    Kirsten Wyss
    MS & HS Visual Arts
  • Photo of Milo Zurcher
    Milo Zurcher
    HS/MS English Teacher, Softball Assistant Coach
Co-ed, progressive, college prep school in Washington, DC featuring a challenging curriculum in an inclusive environment for grades 6-12.
4101 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20008    |    Phone: 202-362-8882    |    Fax: 202-362-1914