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Amy '28

Started in 8th Grade - "Burke is an extremely welcoming place."
Hometown: Washington, DC

Favorite Class: Math
Favorite Spot on Campus: The Gym
Favorite Project: a poetry booklet in American Voices

What has been a memorable moment during Middle School?
"A memorable part of my time at Burke is the bonding trips that we have at the start of the year."

Is there a challenge that stands out?
"Balancing school and outside sports and Burke sports."

How do you prefer to spend the community period?
"I prefer spending my community period in Affinity Groups because I get to talk to some people that I am familiar with, but interact with other people I might not be as close with."

How would you describe Burke to a new student?
"Burke is an extremely welcoming place that embraces all their new students no matter their who they are."

Amy's 9th grade schedule (2024-25):

Algebra 2
English 9: Genres
Environmental Science
History 9: The Ancient World
Spanish 2

Trimester 1Trimester 2
Trimester 3
9th grade seminarDrawing 9/10Drama
Ceramics 9/10Health, Values & EthicsPE


Activities: Volleyball - Varsity, Basketball
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