Welcome to Edmund Burke School. Since 1968, this has been the place for independent, perceptive, and creative students – looking to explore and contribute to their communities. We're excited to welcome you into that tradition and, better yet, experience your unique contributions.

This page will serve as your main reference point between now and early. summer. Once we "roll over" to the new school year in July (2026-27), both students and parents will receive individual login information for the Student Information System ("SIS") – and that will become your main resource.

  • Questions: Please reach out to our Comms Office!
  • Events: Below is a list of events that new families are welcome and encouraged to attend. Some are just for fun, others are more logistical. We'll send out more information to help you plan!

Back to School Dates

Beginning at Burke

Throughout the spring, you will receive Beginning at Burke, the new families' newsletter. Once those start going out, we'll also post past issues to this page.

Recent Issues:
https://mailchi.mp/burkeschool/begin2026-june-w2efollowup
https://mailchi.mp/burkeschool/begin2026-june-logistics-w2e
https://mailchi.mp/burkeschool/begin2026-may-logistics
https://mailchi.mp/burkeschool/begin2026-april-issue5-w2e

Placement & Courses

Placement
In late spring, new 9th graders will take a math placement test at Burke, which will help determine both math and science placement. Students who wish to start French or Spanish at Level 2 or above will also be able to take a language placement test.

Course Requests
  • New 6th-8th graders complete world language course and visual & performing arts elective requests via an online form.
  • 9th graders will complete course requests at Burke with an advisor immediately following the on-campus placement tests.
  • In early June, 9th graders will receive an email from the department chair with their recommended math, science, and world language placement.
  • New 10th-11th graders will work individually with a high school administrator to ensure their schedule aligns with graduation requirements and previous coursework.
Summer Assignments
As a general pattern:
  • 6th-12th graders have English assignments
  • 8th-12th graders have History assignments
  • High schoolers entering an Advanced class, AP class, or the 9th/10th grade Chemistry class will have assignments
  • 9th graders in Environmental Science have a summer preparation checklist (ungraded)
Summer books can be picked up at "What to Expect" (a new families event in June) or from the front desk throughout the summer!

Summer Assignments | posted: June 4, 2026

Parents & Guardians

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Co-ed, progressive, college prep school in Washington, DC featuring a challenging curriculum in an inclusive environment for grades 6-12.
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