These Kids Can Change The World: A Burke Community Day of Giving

What a joy and relief it has been to kick off this school year here at Burke! The halls are abuzz with the energy of students reconnecting with their friends and teachers and forging new friendships and connections. Both students and adults are excited and relieved to experience what feels like a more "typical" school year than we've all had in quite some time.

Though we've begun this new year on a fresh and happy note, it is impossible not to acknowledge how challenging the last few years have been - the social unrest in our country, the impact of the pandemic on all of us, and the events of April 22 - one of the most difficult moments this community has ever faced.

But, when I look around Burke, I feel hope.

As I walk Burke's campus, I see incredible beauty, joy, and passion bubbling to the surface of our community. I see children who are accepted for exactly who they are, who are seen and valued as unique individuals, and who are cared for by one another and the adults around them. I see learners who are given power and responsibility, who are creative and critical thinkers. 

I see compassionate, socially-responsible young people who have the tools to be change-makers when they see injustice. 

It's clear to me that these kids can change the world.

As I've become better acquainted with the greater Burke community, it has become clear to me that it is no accident that Burke is so special. Burke was founded with an innovative vision that was egalitarian, democratic, participatory, and was committed to social justice well before it was trendy. Over half a century later, Burke's practiced and passionate teachers prioritize these ideals, while providing challenging academics, offering excellent arts and athletics, dedicating themselves to our exceptional advisory program, centering social and emotional health and well-being, and ensuring that every member of our diverse community has a voice.

Your support will give Burke kids the foundation to positively change the world around them!

Sincerely,

Steve McManus
Head of School

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Help us reach 250 donors in 24 hours to 

provide critical support to the Annual Fund! 

The Annual Fund supports all areas of programing - increased financial aid needs of current families, emerging needs for technology, health and safety measures, social-emotional health programing, and professional development. And, during unprecedented times like those we've lived through, give us the flexibility to respond to immediate and emerging needs. 

We know that some members of our community have already made a gift this year to the Annual Fund - thank you! We invite you to consider an additional participatory contribution today to help us unlock our challenges!

We can't do it without you! This work remains possible only because the Burke community so generously supports the school's Annual Fund. 

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