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11th Grade to the Bay – and Beyond
A capstone experience for the junior class is a week-long civic engagement conference, focused on environmentalism, conservation, and public policy in the DC region. Led by Kamilah S., the 11th grade welcomed eighteen guest speakers and presenters, including from the Maryland Department of the Environment, National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition, The Ocean Conservancy, and Sierra Club (among numerous others) and even Chris-Ann Burton '18 from City Wildlife.Read More -
Create, Taste, and Showcase
A glimpse into how Burke teachers conclude the trimester in meaningful (and delectable) fashion:Read More -
Alum Spotlight: Caroline K. '17
From heading up The Cageliner in her senior year at Burke to joining the Chicago Tribune soon after graduating from the University of Chicago, Caroline K. '17 has long been dedicated to journalism and public interest storytelling. And as of this spring, she is also a 2026 Pulitzer Prize honoree.Read More -
Evening of the Arts
A large and energetic audience gathered on May 27 to cheer on Band 7, Band 8, Ensemble 11/12, Intermediate Band 9/10, and Advanced Band 11/12, with dozens of student demonstrating their musical range on multiple instruments.Read More
Advanced Band featured a stand-out cohort of 12th grade musicians, some of whom had been playing together since 6th grade, in their final on-campus performance. -
Afternoon of the Arts
Looking to relive the Spring Art Show? Enjoy a selection of exhibits online. Nearly every wall and surface at Burke was transformed through painting, drawing, ceramics, photo, graphic design, and mixed media from artists in every grade.Read More -
Celebrating Excellence
Read MoreOn Tuesday, May 26, students and families gathered for the Burke Recognition Assembly, at which we celebrated excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts in our senior class, as well as civic engagement among juniors and seniors.
🔗 Full List of Honorees | Spring 2026 -
Exhibits from History
Before the year concludes, explore the work from Curtis' 10th and 11th graders, exhibited along the Atrium balcony. Modern World History 10 has created "Japanese Society and Nuclear Warfare," an exhibit about the impact of the nuclear bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki on Japan. The exhibit is divided into two parts: historical information about the environmental, social, and psychological impacts of the bombs, complemented by student art about the historical context.Read More -
Class & Affinity Spotlight - Part 11
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(1) French 7 en promenade dans la nature
(2) Art Explorations 6 with Sydnie learning how to sgraffito(3) Ancient World 9 with Ryan at the African Art Museum and on the Metro -
Bengal Track & Fields Sprints to Individual Titles
On May 11-12, high school athletes competed in the PVAC Upper School Championships in Rockville, MD. The Burke women's team notched 3rd place overall by a comfortable margin, with the Bengals taking 4th in the men's division – meaning that all four of Burke's track and field squads recorded top four conference finishes.Read More -
Sophomores on a Soapbox
Read MoreSponsored by Mikva Challenge, the Project Soapbox competition tasks students with writing an advocacy speech on a social justice issue. -
Taking Music on the Road
Burke Bands took to the stage at Pearl Street Warehouse last week, with Intermediate Band 9/10 and Advanced Band 11/12 showcasing their striking instrumental and vocal range at the Waterfront.Read More -
Now I'm a Believer!
Read MoreBig, bright, beautiful applause to the middle school cast & crew of Shrek Jr., who closed out the 2025-26 theater season this past weekend.
To win back control of his beloved swamp from the evil and insecure Lord Farquaad (Gabe S. '30), antisocial ogre Shrek (Elijah C. '30) must team up with a loquacious donkey (Riley S. '30) and rescue the long-suffering Princess Fiona (Meadow J. '30) – with some help from a displaced fairy tale cadre and numerous catchy musical numbers.📷 Photo Album: https://burke.exposure.co/shrek-jr -
The GOATS of Founders' Day
The weather wholly cooperated, the theme was on point, and your Leadership students led a fabulous Founders' Day on the final day of April.Read More -
Club & Affinity Spotlight - Part 11
Leading the Way to 2026-27Read More
Congratulations to your newest Student Government Association (SGA) officers. We are excited to see you take the helm in the coming school year!Co-Presidents: Angela W. '27 and Nicola W. '27Treasurer: Leyu F. '28Secretary: Payton A. '27 -
Class Spotlight - High School - Part 10
Learning the LegaciesRead More
Marylisa writes, "In Advanced Topics in Spanish we honored the memory of the 30,000 individuals of all ages who were disappeared during the 1976 Argentine military dictatorship. To mark the 50th anniversary of this period, we explored its emotional impact through music, short films, and historical analysis, emphasizing the importance of learning from the past to prevent its repetition. Using a historical database, we researched the names of the disappeared, learned their stories, and wrote dedications on pañuelos blancos (the iconic white scarves worn by the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo) to help ensure their legacy is not forgotten." Be sure to read them on the 3rd floor of Calvin. -
Remarkable Run by Bengal Baseball
Going into the post-season, the Bengals were seeded #7 in the Potomac Valley Athletic Conference (PVAC) and took on rival Field (#2) in the conference quarterfinals on Monday, May 4 – and pulled off a shocking upset, advancing to the semifinals on May 7.Read More -
MS Bengal Track & Field Finishes Strong
Congratulations to the Bengal runners, who took 3rd in both the girls' and boys' divisions at the Middle School PVAC Championships (and were the only school to achieve a podium finish in both divisions).Read More -
Bengal Varsity Golf Triumphs
Coach Bobo writes, "Congratulations to our Varsity Golf Team on winning the 2026 PVAC Championship. Our Bengals were outstanding on Friday, May 1, at Paint Branch Golf Course, taking home 1st place with a score of 158 in a great competitive match with St. Anselm's (171), McLean (172), Sandy Springs (175), and JDS (204)."Read More -
Class Spotlight - High School - Part 9
pictured: Digital Photo 9/10 with Kirsten '01 at the National ZooRead More -
2026-27 Theater Season
Mark your calendars! In the coming theater season, we will venture to the Forest of Arden, into the woods (to go to the festival), and to a pineapple under the sea. Get ready for some Shakespearean enchantment and beloved Broadway ballads.Read More
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