Cary '25

Hometown: Arlington, VA
Started at Burke: 9th Grade
Favorite class: English
Favorite spot: Atrium or the Commons

Activities: Asian Student Alliance, Burke Theater, Drama Club, Queer Student Alliance,

What has been a memorable moment during Middle or High School?
Participating in every play or musical I possibly could.

Is there a challenge that stands out?
Having to practice self-advocacy and be very vocal about your needs.
 
How would you describe Burke to a new student?
Burke is a place where you are really able to find a community. There are people with so many different hobbies and interests that you’ll be able to find people you mesh well with. You might not be best friends with every single person, but most people here are very kind and supportive. Teachers are all very approachable and it feels like you can really reach out to them about anything you need.

Year-Long Classes (2024-25):
AP Biology
Calculus AB
AP English Literature
Advanced Art History

Trimester 1Trimester 2
Trimester 3
Adv. Women in US HistorySenior Seminar: Climate ChangeHealth, Values & Ethics 12
PEOne-Acts WorkshopAdv. English: Happiness in Literature

Activities: Drama Club, Fall Plays, Winter Musical
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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.