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Weekly Buzz | Education Commissioner "Impressed" After Visit to Burlington High

Drone program, internships, and college credit among the points of pride

Nicci Kadilak

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Weekly Buzz | Education Commissioner "Impressed" After Visit to Burlington High

Hello, Burlington!

The Castleberry Faire in Wilmington is going on this weekend, and today is the last day. It ends at 4:00 and looks to be chock full of original and interesting items, showcasing the work of more than 250 small businesses! Head on over to the Shriners Auditorium and check it out.

Education Commissioner “Impressed” After Visit to Burlington High

Did you know Burlington High School has a drone program, and students can be certified as drone pilots? That’s just one thing State Education Commissioner, Jeff Riley, learned during his recent visit to BHS. While he was there, he was also able to get a feel for more of what makes BHS unique, including the robotics and STEM programs, the PreK-12 computer science program, and the student-run help desk.

Another point of conversation was the flipped internship model offered by BPS, in which business partners bring their internships to the students rather than students having to travel to them. Ninety-five percent of seniors at BHS participate in paid internship programs! Students can also earn up to 15 college credits from local community colleges prior to graduation.

Overall, the Commissioner was impressed with the course offerings, student engagement, and collaborative atmosphere of BPS.

Thanks to School Committee Member Katherine Bond for your help with this story!

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This Week in Burlington

Municipal Meetings and Community Events

Monday, November 27

Tuesday, November 28

Wednesday, November 29

Thursday, November 30

Friday, December 1

  • 6:30 PM - Movie Night at Memorial School (Memorial students only)

Saturday, December 2

  • 11:00 AM-12:00 PM - Scrapbook Holiday Wreaths - K-5 with Parents (Library; Register)
  • 11:00 - 3:00 PM - Car Seat Event - Burlington Police Traffic Unit will check car seats (Behind Kohl’s at 3 Great Meadow Road)
  • 3:00-4:00 PM - Teen Event: Beading Snowflakes - Grades 6-12. (Library; Register)
  • 7:00 PM - Holiday Wreath Workshop Fundraiser (Made in Burlington; Tickets)

Sunday, December 3

  • 4:00 PM - Tree Lighting (Burlington Town Common)
  • 4:30 PM - Wood Christmas Gift Workshop (Made in Burlington; Tickets)

Sports and Activities

The Devils fell short this Thanksgiving, losing 34-19 to Bedford.

Tryouts and practices for winter sports begin this week, as well as at least one exhibition game. That’s basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, boys’ swim, and indoor track & field. Lots of these teams went far last year; we’re excited to see what they do this year!

Have a wonderful week, everyone!

Nicci

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