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Educate, Encourage & Empower
by Burke’s Communications
Welcome to Educate, Encourage & Empower, a podcast series produced by the Burke’s Communications Office. Also known as the Katherine Delmar Burke School, the mission of our San Francisco-based K-8 school is to educate, encourage, and empower girls. Our school combines academic excellence with an appreciation for childhood so that students thrive as learners, develop a strong sense of self, contribute to community, and fulfill their potential, now and throughout life. Each episode dives into our classrooms and campus spaces to share stories, insights, and experiences about what makes the Burke’s school community unique.
Episodes
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2026 Distinguished Alumna Whitney Gaynor '96
"Thanks to my parents, Burke’s, and participating in a female-dominant sport, I was raised to believe I belonged in any room I walked into." - Distinguished Alumna Whitney Gaynor '96, Entrepreneur, Technologist, and Olympic Judge In this special episode, recorded at the Alumnae Reunion Luncheon,...
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A Tradition of Trailblazers: Celebrating International Women's Day
In this episode of Educate, Encourage, and Empower, Diana Schneider, Director of Communications at Burke’s, sits down with Head of School Michele Williams to explore the extraordinary legacy of the school’s founding women and the lasting impact of their bold vision. From Lizzie Burke’s seat on…
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A Commitment to Student-Centered Learning
In this episode of Educate, Encourage, and Empower, Associate Head of School Alice Moore is joined by Lizzie Charnas, fourth-grade social studies teacher and newly appointed Civic Engagement and Learning Coordinator at Burke’s. Together, they discuss the school’s evolving approach to civic...
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Upper School Makery
This episode dives into how the Upper School Makery Facilitator and Technology Integration Specialist collaborates with faculty on integrating making, project-based learning, and design thinking into the curriculum.
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K-8 Math Program
Learn about Burke’s robust K-8 math program, designed to foster students' curiosity, confidence, and creativity. The program emphasizes a growth mindset, offering multiple entry points for learners of different abilities and making mathematics accessible to all students. Our graduates develop…
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World Languages Program
Burke's introduces world language lessons to fourth graders, which evolve into a full language program in Upper School, offering Mandarin, Spanish, and French. As society becomes more interconnected, the need for proficiency in more than one language and culture will only continue to grow. The...
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Lower School Music
What does music education look like at Burke's? In this episode, discover how the Lower School music program inspires creativity, confidence, and connection. Through singing, movement, rhythm games, imaginative play, and performance opportunities, students build musical skills while finding joy…
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Burke's Library Program
Burke's Upper and Lower School Librarians take you on a tour of our library, a light-filled space filled with tables for collaborative learning and bean bags for lounging. The collection includes over 40,000 items, including print and electronic books and audiobooks, and is physically divided...
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Social-Emotional Learning at Burke's
Our students’ ability to achieve academic success and manage life’s inevitable challenges requires the ability to approach their future with confidence, resilience, and a set of tools that will help them achieve lifelong healthy habits. Join Burke's Lower and Upper School Counselors to learn how...
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Lower School Art
What does it mean to think and create like an artist? In this episode, explore Burke's Lower School art program, where hands-on studio experiences and art history inspire students to experiment, imagine, and express themselves. As they develop artistic skills, students also build confidence…
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Lower School Makery
Burke’s Lower School Makery Specialist covers the highlights of this K-4 program, which teaches students both digital and non-digital skills related to design thinking, independent creative problem-solving, and critical thinking.
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Lower School Science
The Lower School Science Specialist talks about Burke's science curriculum designed to encourage students to find joy in scientific explorations. Each year's curriculum includes a mix of life sciences, physical sciences, earth sciences, and engineering, with regular tie-ins with subjects from the...
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Kindergarten 101
Learn how Burke's kindergarten students engage in a robust social, academic, and emergent curriculum, which lays the foundation for years of joyful learning.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Educate, Encourage & Empower, a podcast series produced by the Burke’s Communications Office. Also known as the Katherine Delmar Burke School, the mission of our San Francisco-based K-8 school is to educate, encourage, and empower girls.
Our school combines academic excellence with an appreciation for childhood so that students thrive as learners, develop a strong sense of self, contribute to community, and fulfill their potential, now and throughout life.
Each episode dives into our classrooms and campus spaces to share stories, insights, and experiences about what makes the Burke’s school community unique.
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Welcome to Educate, Encourage & Empower, a podcast series produced by the Burke’s Communications Office. Also known as the Katherine Delmar Burke School, the mission of our San Francisco-based K-8 school is to educate, encourage, and empower girls. Our school combines academic excellence with an...
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