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Online Yearbook Orders
Burdick yearbook's are available to purchase online. Order yours before April 1. https://orders.schoolandsportpics.com/ordering/with?key=E5TJMKNZ
Burdick Buzz, 01/16/2026
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MPS Invest and Grow community meetings
Join MPS Academic Superintendents at meetings across the city to hear important updates and give feedback. Leadership will be making the rounds from November 2025 through May 2026 to present information to students, families, staff, and community members. Sessions are...
Burdick Buzz, 11/10/2025
Burdick Buzz Newsletter, 11/10/2025
Get essential back-to-school tips and be ready on Tuesday, September 2
Milwaukee Public Schools wants to help students get the new school year off to a great start! The district is offering important information to guide families as the start of school approaches this fall. All MPS students begin school Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Visit...
Burdick Buzz, 11/01/2024
Greetings Burdick Families!
Thank you so much for making our Fall Fest a fantastic success! Your presence, enthusiasm, and support created a wonderful experience for our entire school community. To all the parents who hosted activity tables and those who helped sell concessions, your generosity and time made this event truly special. We couldn’t have done it without you!
A heartfelt thank you also goes out to our dedicated staff members who volunteered to keep everyone safe and ensure everything ran smoothly. And a special shout out to the 8th-grade haunted cafeteria decorating committee! Your creativity and hard work added the perfect amount of spookiness, leaving our guests with chills and smiles.
We are grateful for each of you and look forward to more fun times together. Thank you again for making Fall Fest a memorable celebration!
Important Dates
November 5- No School- Election Day
November 6- Picture Retakes
November 7- Band T-shirt Orders Due
November 11-25- Kringle and Coffee Fundraiser
November 12- SEC Meeting
November 18-22- Burdick Food Drive/Spirit Week
November 19- FTT Meeting
November 27-29- No School- Thanksgiving Break
December 5- Winter Concert
December 13- Kringle/Coffee Fundraiser Pick-Up
December 14- MPS Battle of the Drumlines
December 23-31- No School- Winter Break
January 1- No School- Winter Break
January 2- Classes Resume
Staff Spotlight
Mrs. Contreras is our amazing 7th and 8th grade math and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) teacher who brings energy and warmth to Burdick’s classrooms. Her commitment to student growth extends beyond academics; she also leads the Wellness Club, where students focus on mindfulness, health, and resilience. Mrs. Contreras is a consistent support for her students, offering after-school math tutoring to ensure everyone has the chance to succeed. Known for her passion for hands-on learning, she organizes numerous experiential opportunities for her students, including the much-anticipated 8th grade trip to Camp Whitcomb Mason.
When she’s not at school, Mrs. Contreras enjoys a full and vibrant life, spending time with her 4 dogs and cat, camping and spending time outdoors, and managing two businesses! And in exciting news, she’s expecting her first baby any day now. Mrs. Contreras’ passion and dedication to her students and community make her an invaluable part of Burdick!
Thank you, Mrs. Contreras, for everything you do for Burdick School!
Check out how Mrs. Contreras answered our spotlight questions below…
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How long have you worked at Burdick? I will have worked at Burdick for 5 years in December.
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What was your favorite school subject when you were a kid, and do you still love it today? My favorite subject changed all the time. I just love learning new things (and I still do)!
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If the school had a theme song that played every morning, what song would you choose? If the school had a theme song, I would choose “The Affirmations Song” by Snoop Dogg.
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What’s your favorite school tradition or event, and why is it special to you? My favorite school tradition is the food drive because I love a little friendly competition for a good cause!
Band T-shirts For Sale
Burdick Band is selling t-shirts for $10. All proceeds will support the Burdick music program. Order forms and payments can be returned to Ms. Liza by Thursday, November 7th. Band T-shirt Order Form
Election Day
There will be no student attendance on Tuesday, November 5th.
Find your polling place and learn about voter registration! Visit MyVote Wisconsin for
all the information you need to prepare for Election Day.
MPS School Engagement Survey
MPS is asking all families to take the Family Interest Survey so that we can determine what types of activities/events would be most interesting and useful for you. Please take a moment today to fill out this brief survey.
High School Enrollment
8th grade families, the MPS high school enrollment application is now open through November 4, 2024. If you need assistance completing the application or have questions, please contact Ms. Liza at 414-294-1288
For more information about the MPS high school enrollment process, visit https://mps.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/en/Schools/How-to-Apply/High-School-Enrollment.htm
For more information about choosing an MPS high school, visit:
Picture Day
If you didn’t have the chance to turn in a paper order form for picture day, you can still order your child’s school picture online.
Use the drop down menu to select our school name
Picture Retakes will be on Wednesday, November 6.
Winter Sports
Burdick will be offering the following winter sports:
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Boys 6-8 Grade Basketball
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Coed 4-5 Basketball
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Girls 6-8 Grade Volleyball
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Coed 6-8 Grade Volleyball (Waitlist)
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6-8 Grade Cheer
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4-5 Grade Cheer
Tryouts for all teams will be held in November. More information and tryout permission slips will be sent home by the end of October. Please contact our sports coordinator, Mr. Williams at willi180@milwaukee.k12.wi.us if you have any questions.
District News
Nominate an Educator!
Nominations are open for Teacher Fellowships offered by the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation. After being nominated, candidates will fill out an application for the chance to be honored in spring. Only 100 teachers and 17 principals are selected each year from across the state of Wisconsin.
Visit kohleducation.org to click on the Teacher Fellowship Program tab. In the nomination form, be sure to fill out all three tabs before submitting.
Help us recognize our outstanding teachers!
Deadline to nominate teachers is November 12, 2024
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Art, Speech, and Writing Contests
Save the date! Milwaukee’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration will be held on January 20, 2025, at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. Students who wish to enter the art, speech, and writing contests should read rules now and prepare to submit their work. This year’s theme is “What Are You Doing for Others?”
Writing (deadline Nov. 22, 2024): MLK Writing Contest Site
Speech (deadline Nov. 22, 2024): MLK Speech Contest Site
Art (deadline Nov. 22, 2024): MLK Art Contest Site
MPS Is Hiring! Visit Our Hiring Fairs!
Milwaukee Public Schools is hiring and will host events to attract new employees to the district. As one of the largest employers in Wisconsin, MPS offers opportunities in teaching plus many school support positions such as paraprofessionals and children’s health assistants. The district also has openings in several departments:
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Facilities and Maintenance
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Finance
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School Nutrition
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Technology
Required employment testing will be offered. Some positions will have onsite interviews!
Wednesday, November 13 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
MPS Central Services
5225 W. Vliet St.
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Learn more and apply at mpsmke.com/careers.
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