Caban Willms, Editor
March 26, 2019
Chef Townsend believes students should be able to experience other cultures and food outside of Omaha. In the summer of 2019, she is hosting a trip to California.
“It’s an exciting adventure to see a whole bunch of differ...
Zoe Sanders, News Editor
February 26, 2019
In the past few years there has been an increase around the world in not vaccinating children. Vaccines serve to protect people from one or more diseases by stimulating the production of antibodies. Infants are too young to receive certa...
Grace Martis, News Editor
February 26, 2019
For decades marijuana has been seen by the public as a recreational illegal drug, but in recent years the use of cannabinoids has been introduced into the medical field. Thirty-three states have legalized the use of medical marijuana...
Zoe Sanders, News Editor
February 21, 2019
In light of recent documentaries and specials regarding infamous serial killer Ted Bundy, here at The Burke Beat we want to bring attention back to the victims. Documentaries such as the Netflix original Conversations with a K...
Caban Willms, Sunshine Coordinator/Editor
November 26, 2018
The JROTC program holds many events throughout the year. They include sporting events and social events. However, they also host fundraising events over the summer to help students pay for their many events throughout the...
Ashley Taylor
November 1, 2018
Ashley Taylor
Suicide prevention month/suicide walk
September is national suicide prevention month and is also the month that the suicide walk takes place in Omaha, Nebraska. Suicide is the second leading cause of death in...
Caban Willms, News Editor
October 4, 2018
On Tuesday, Sept. 4, our school day was canceled halfway through the day when a pipe burst in an upstairs classroom on the western side of the school causing flooding and water damage. It was during second lunch when the entire...
Britney Murillo, News Editor
September 20, 2018
Burke started the school year strong with its newest addition: Kickoff Day. This was held on August 17 and was the school’s attempt at welcoming new students and showcasing everything Burke has to offer. Students were split...
Zoe Sanders, News Editor
September 20, 2018
Burke hosted its annual Homecoming dance. The theme for this year was “Starry Night”, as decided by Senior Senate and sponsor Deb Ward. Doors opened at 7:30 pm and closed at 10:30 pm. Upon arrival, students were told to go through the cafeteria and take off their shoes and put any possessions they did...
Zoe Sanders, News Editor
September 13, 2018
At the end of every school year teachers prepare to wrap up the curriculum they’ve been drilling into us for the past nine months, in addition to closing the years material many teachers must also prepare to move classrooms....
Sample Student, News Editor
August 13, 2018
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Sample Student, Staff Writer
August 13, 2018
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