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Burke Life
Student Activities
From our "no cut" policy to our extracurricular schedule, we foster an environment where students can explore, collaborate, and try new things – whether they are in 6th grade or 12th grade. Whether you are brand-new to cross country or extremely well-versed in technical theater, Burke will be your space to learn and excel.
Students have numerous extracurricular time slots throughout the week. Athletics and theater typically meet after-school, while choruses and bands meet during class time. All students join at least one club, which meets during the morning community period, and can join up to several affinity groups, which meet on a rotating basis. Some clubs, such as The Cageliner (student newspaper) or Student Government, also meet after-school to work on large projects.
Students have numerous extracurricular time slots throughout the week. Athletics and theater typically meet after-school, while choruses and bands meet during class time. All students join at least one club, which meets during the morning community period, and can join up to several affinity groups, which meet on a rotating basis. Some clubs, such as The Cageliner (student newspaper) or Student Government, also meet after-school to work on large projects.
Clubs & Groups
40+ student-led clubs, organizations, and affinity groups meet weekly. Many clubs and affinity groups gather during the midday "community period" or during lunch, and encompass social action, writing, dance, chess, and yoga, among many other pursuits and passions.
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Student-Run Clubs
These clubs meet on Fridays during the morning community period.
Updated: September 2023Arts for ChangeBadminton ClubBook ClubThe Cageliner (newspaper)Chess TeamCrafts ClubCrochet ClubCurrent Events ClubDance TeamDebate & Discuss ClubDungeons & Dragons ClubEco ClubEntrepreneurship ClubFashion ClubMake-A-Wish ClubMath TeamMock TrialModel UNMovie ClubOxford Comma ClubPAW (literary magazine)Science ClubSkate ClubSocial ClubStock MarketStudents Against Gun ViolenceTea ClubYearbook -
Affinity Groups
Anti-Racist Group of White StudentsAsian Student AssociationBlack Girls MeetBlack Student Union (BSU)Boys Leading BoysFaith in FocusFeminist Cooperative (FemCo)FusionLatine/Hispanic Student Union (LHSU)Jewish Affinity Group (JAG)Middle School Students of ColorQueer Student AllianceYoung Black Men -
Publications
Photography, Art, Writing ("PAW") - meets during clubs period
The Cageliner (newspaper) - meets during lunch and enables participation in other clubs
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Additional Opportunities
Founders’ Day Team
Mental Health Committee
Student Government Association (SGA)
Student Government
Burke's student-elected leadership organizes and runs the weekly all-school assemblies. Student government members also work together on a variety of projects – ranging from organizing fundraisers to collaborating with administrators on school policies. The Student Government operates under rules outlined in the student-written Burke Student Constitution.
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SGA Officers
Co-Presidents: Lucy M. ‘24 and Aaron H. ‘25Secretary: Phoenix G. B. ‘24
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HS Grade Representatives
Maite B. G. '24, Sienna M. '24, and Sophia T. '24Fiona C. '25, Miriam K. G. '25, and Tommy K. '25Cassius F. '26, Jack J. '26, and Wray P. '26Angela W. '27, Everett P. '27, and Zora P. '27 -
MS Grade Representatives
Jack F. '28, Leona K. '28, and Natalie W. '28Jessica B. '29 and Nick K. '29Brooke F. '30 and Priya B. '30
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Belated Halloween 2023 Report
Spooky Town HallRead More
This year's Halloween Assembly served a dual purpose. First, costumed SGA leaders, along with school administrators, hosted a panel-style discussion, responding to questions from student-constituents.
Haunted ShowdownNext up, the Annual Costume Contest, judged by a most esteemed faculty and staff panel, showcased the creativity, humor, and whimsy of students and adults alike. Each grade had two entries (group or individual), and delightful garments included Jafar (6th grade), Jake from State Farm (9th grade), the Despicable Me family (11th grade), and a fluffy blue shark (12th grade). Ultimate winners were:- 1st place - Owen F. '24 as "Barbenheimer"
- 2nd place, tie - Beatrix F. '27 as a Clown and Elijah S. '24 as Costco
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Spirit & Pep
Read MoreSpirit Week
The week of October 2 brought a veritable parade of zany and creative garb, as students and adults alike embraced the Spirit Week themes. If you have not already, be sure to hop to Burke's Instagram for reel recaps of each spirit day. -
Boundless Bonding
On September 21-22, grades 6-11 scattered across (and beyond) the DC region to explore and connect with their classmates.Read More -
Joining the Clubs
September 14 marked the raucous, awesome, annual Club Expo, where student-run club leaders entice new members through colorful displays and the occasional cookie. Nearly 30 clubs made an appearance, ranging from Arts for Change to Crochet Club, from Model UN to the Middle School Tea Club.Read More -
Student Spotlight: JP P. '27
Read MoreThis past summer, Joseph P. '27 (JP) was the youngest participant in a Wild Images tour, resulting in beautiful wildlife photographs captured in Nome and Utqiagvík, Alaska. Below is an excerpts from Wild Images' interview with JP this August. -
Bengals Assemble
Read MoreAs is tradition, all community members gathered on the first day of class for an assembly. Following announcements and introductions (some spoken and some sung) to new faculty and staff, the Student Government Association kicked off the first grade competition of the year: perennial favorite Schoolwide Musical Chairs.What are grade competitions?Musical Chairs Showdown | September 7 2023
Students can participate in impromptu, amusing contests during the year, with the winners earning points for their grade. The grade with the most points earns a prize plus eternal bragging rights. -
Let's Get Together!
Read MoreHundreds of students, family members, faculty, staff, and friends assembled in our favorite Rock Creek locale for some back-to-school merriment. They met new friends, reconnected with old friends, played some impromptu soccer and Connect Four, and enjoyed delicious food from Taco Bamba.
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Student Spotlight: Cary T. T. '25
Earlier this year, all 10th graders researched and crafted "Project Soapbox" speeches, with four Burke students moving on to the DC citywide competition. Cary T. T. '25 was named one of the top 10 speakers at Soapbox DC in December, and was then selected to attend Soapbox Nation, "the next level opportunity for students from across the country."Read More -
Out and About in DC: Part 4
Follow along as our classes and clubs draw upon the region's myriad resources, often accessible thanks to the Van Ness Metro and numerous bus lines.Read More -
Founders Day Cup
Still energized by the 2022 World Cup, our Founders' Day student leaders drew inspiration from cities around the world. Our inter-grade teams, each named for a capital city and led by 11th and 12th graders, gathered for their initial meetings right before Spring Break – primarily to get acquainted, play some games, and enjoy some snacks.Read More
(Pictured: Team Rome meets in the gym with leader Hazel B. '23) -
Club Spotlights
Enjoy a glimpse into our student-run clubs' scientific and philanthropic projects.Read More -
It's Open Mic Night
Read MoreOn Friday, February 3, nearly 100 students and faculty gathered in the Atrium for our annual student-run open mic night: "Burke's Got Talent." -
Affinity Group Spotlights: Part 3
Burke's 2022-23 affinity groups meet on four different rotations, enabling students to participate in up to four different groups at a time. In January, several groups looked beyond campus and raised funds for DC-based organizations serving the community.Read More -
Grade Competitions
An irreverent Burke tradition, "grade competitions" involve battles of wit and whimsy throughout the year – resulting in eternal bragging rates for the grade that accrues the most points by May.Read More -
Now Taking the Lead
Read MoreOn Friday, October 14, all 10th graders spent the day at the UDC Student Center (just across the street) at a leadership retreat – run by a select group of 11th and 12th graders, with guidance from Amy C. and Stacy S. -
Affinity Group Spotlights: Part 1
Burke's 2022-23 affinity groups meet on four different rotations, enabling students to participate in up to four different groups at a time.Read More
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Bonding Trips Abound
On September 22-23, 6th-11th graders climbed trees, traversed trails, and explored cities, all while getting closer as a class.Read More -
Founders Day 2022
Read MoreFollowing a cancelled Founders Day in 2020, an atypical, hybrid Founders Day in 2021, and a delayed event in 2022, Founders Day was back at last on Friday, May 27. Needless to say, the energy and the volume were high – and parents were invited. -
2022-23 SGA Election Results
Read MoreOn Wednesday, April 20, three pairs of SGA Co-President candidates engaged in a lively, thoughtful, and candid debate at Assembly, facilitated by Aaron H. '25 and Alex B. '24 from The Cageliner and followed by introductions to Treasurer and Secretary candidates.The polls closed that evening, and the 2022-23 Student Government Association leadership will be ...Co-Presidents: Riley D. '24 and Carrie J. '24Secretary: Rashed A. '23Treasurer: Chloe R. '23 -
Student Spotlights: Chess, Math & Music
Recognizing students for achievements in chess, math, and music this spring.Read More
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