Greetings Burdick Families!

We’ve got an exciting week ahead at Burdick! On Wednesday, April 17, our middle schoolers will hit the dance floor for the Middle School Dance—don’t forget to sign up to donate snacks to support our 8th grade field trip and end-of-year activities. Just a reminder that there is no school on Thursday, April 18. Looking ahead, our 7th and 8th grade band students are preparing for their Large Group Contest on April 23, and there are plenty of fun events on the horizon. Be sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details in the weeks to come!

This week, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on a Burdick icon—Ms. Sablan! A dedicated 3rd grade teacher, Ms. Sablan has been part of the Burdick family for 30 years, helping shape the lives of countless students.

Third grade is a crucial year for students—it’s when they make the leap from learning to read to reading to learn, and when academic expectations begin to shift. Ms. Sablan is an absolute expert at guiding students through this important transition. With patience, structure, and high expectations, she prepares her students for success as they move from the primary to upper elementary grades.

Beyond the classroom, Ms. Sablan also supports our after-school program, always finding ways to stay connected to our students and community. In her spare time, she loves to travel and relax—and she is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 💗💚

Thank you, Ms. Sablan, for your incredible dedication, wisdom, and heart. You make Burdick better every single day!

Did you miss out on ordering a Burdick yearbook? You’re in luck—the ordering link has reopened! Don’t miss your chance to capture all the memories from this school year. Order yours today while supplies last!

A big round of applause to Anika A. and Lily T. of Burdick’s Middle School 2-Ball Tournament! After some intense competition, great teamwork, and serious shooting skills, these champs rose to the top and took home the victory. A big thank you to Mr. Maloney for organizing a fun tournament! We’re proud of everyone who participated—your sportsmanship, hustle, and team spirit made this tournament a success. Way to represent Panthers! 🐾👏

A huge round of applause to all the incredible student actors who brought Bringing Down the House to life on stage! Your hard work, dedication, and talent truly shined in every scene. From memorizing lines to mastering stage directions, your efforts made this production a hit!

We also want to give a heartfelt thank you to Ms. Jess, our amazing play director, for guiding another fantastic show. Your passion and creativity continue to inspire our students and bring our school community together.

A special thank you as well to the families and staff members who supported the production—whether by helping students practice lines, volunteering behind the scenes, or cheering from the audience. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Great job to everyone involved—what a performance to remember!

We’re looking for snack donations to sell at the upcoming Middle School Dance! All proceeds will go toward supporting the 8th grade overnight field trip and end-of-year activities. Individually packaged items like chips, candy, cookies, and drinks are appreciated.

Please use the Sign-Up Genius link if you would like to help out https://tinyurl.com/s2mp86uw

Donations can be dropped off in the main office on Thursday, April 17. Thank you for helping make these memorable experiences possible for our 8th graders! 💙

Looking for an exciting way to keep your child active and engaged this summer? Mrs. Contreras is starting a small-group summer program in the Milwaukee/Racine area! This unique outdoor program features movement-based games, guided nature hikes, scavenger hunts, team-building activities, kid-friendly fitness challenges, and plenty of opportunities to build friendships and social skills. It’s a great way for students to stay active, explore the outdoors, and grow in a supportive, fun-filled environment.

💵 $15 per 2-hour session
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Discounts for siblings & multi-session bundles available
🌟 Open to kids of all ability levels
📅 Flexible schedule based on interest

👉Fill out the quick interest survey to let Mrs. Contreras know what works for your family and to receive more information: tinyurl.com/adventureclub25

We’re excited to celebrate the achievements of our graduating 8th graders at Burdick’s 8th Grade Completion Ceremony on Thursday, June 12, 2025! The event will take place outdoors on the playground, so families are encouraged to bring chairs for seating. There is no limit to the number of guests, so feel free to invite loved ones to share in this special occasion. Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony. More details will be shared as the date approaches—we can’t wait to honor our amazing 8th grade class!

Burdick is enrolling! Do you know a child who will turn 4, or 5 by September 1, 2025? It’s time to think about kindergarten! Kindergarten enrollment for Fall 2025 has begun.

Help us spread the word about our awesome school!

Registration is open through May 26, 2025.

Summer Academy is for all students who want to have fun learning and start strong in fall!

The summer session runs July 7 to July 31 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Grades K5–8 can take part in a four-week camp with weekly themes in art, music, math, science, and literacy.

Middle and high school students can catch up on credits or get ahead.

Specialty courses are available for grades 1–12 to explore interests such as music, art, cakemaking, and sciences.

Visit mpsmke.com/summeracademy for all the details.