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On September 26th, the cellists and bassists from the orchestra traveled over to University of South Dakota for the annual Cello/Bass Day. Cello/Bass Day is an event in which cellists and bassists from all over the midwestern area gather to play together and learn techniques from college professors and other advisors. One of the advisors...| The Burke Beat
On September 26th, middle school bands from Omaha were invited to Burke High School to learn the fundamentals of marching band. The event gave 8th grade students a chance to prepare for next year, when many will join their high school programs. Burke section leaders guided the students by splitting them into groups based on...| The Burke Beat
Head traumas in the early years of life are quite common to dismiss, but dismissing them when 80% of serial killers have similar head traumas sounds like a recipe for disaster. Several serial killers have documented childhood head injuries and later engaged in violent, criminal behavior. Head trauma can lead to issues with emotional instability,...| The Burke Beat
The buzz is real as the R&B artist recently wiped his social media clean and dropped a cryptic teaser, sparking major speculation about his upcoming third studio album, potentially titled ICON. This follows the anticipation that’s been building since his 2022 album, Wasteland. Fans are hyped because his music feels incredibly real and speaks to the messy...| The Burke Beat
As September rolls in and the air begins to cool, something magical happens. The leaves start to turn, sweaters come out of hiding, and without fail, pumpkin spice everything returns to menus and store shelves. It’s more than just a seasonal trend pumpkin spice has become the unofficial symbol of fall, and students and teachers...| The Burke Beat
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Netflix has recently published a powerful documentary that reveals the hidden dangers of online harassment. Netflix’s documentary not only reveals a shocking family betrayal but also illustrates the borders dangers of cyberbullying, showing its severe mental, social, and academic consequences. Netflix’s recent documentary Unknown Number: The High School Catfish shocked audiences with its unusual and...| The Burke Beat
Planning on attending homecoming came with a new wrinkle this year. While the rules were almost identical as last year, the key difference was number of unexcused absences. Last year, homecoming was held later in the quarter, while this year its sooner on September 20. Which means less unexcused absences were allowed. “I don’t think...| The Burke Beat
There were 30 students nominated for Burke’s senior homecoming court. Of those 30, only eight made it to the end. The students who made it to the end for the seniors are Angel Jimenez, Sam Logeman, Dillion Birge, Brayden Pickett, Emily Douglas, Alejandra Wells, Amy Ramirez-Cabriales, and Sherlyne Torres-Diaz. “No, I did not expect to...| The Burke Beat
Emily Douglas is a Senior at Burke; she is a second-year staffer and The Burke Beat Social Media Manager. She is involved in other activities like Theatre and takes on many leadership roles such as the Burke Choir Vice President and has been the Burke Dance Team Captain for her Junior and Senior year.| The Burke Beat
The Nebraska Legislature is addressing one of the most significant controversies in education today: student cell phone use in schools. Legislative Bill 140 (LB140), introduced in January 2025, would require every public school district to create a clear policy dictating how electronic devices-cell phones included can be used at school. The law does not ban...| The Burke Beat
