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JBHS Drama Presented "Once in a Lifetime" in the Burroughs Audutorium. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Roaring Twenties’ Once in a Lifetime Roars to a Great Finish

The John Burroughs High School Drama closed its season with Once In a Lifetime, a knowing and witty look at “the business” whose Burbank/Hollywood epicenter is but a few miles away

Burbank Unified School District Supt. Stan Carrizosa (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Carrizosa to Step Down as Burbank Unified School District Superintendent

Stan Carrizosa, who was selected last week as a finalist for the job of President of the College of the Sequoias in Visalia, announced he has accepted the job

New authors and teachers and Scholastic Book Officials gather after hearing their book "Two Dollars One Wallet" will be published. (Photo y Ross A. Benson)

McKinley Third Grade Students Become Published Authors

a group of third-grade students at William McKinley Elementary School learned they won the grand prize for fiction in Scholastic Book Fairs’ Kids Are Authors competition

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Burbank Math Students Compete at John Muir Middle School

Burbank’s most gifted math students met at John Muir Middle School to participate in the first annual Math Field Day Tournament, promoting excellence in mathematics, school spirit, and teamwork.

From left, are Alisa Cunningham, Saverio Ficocelli, Erin Flynn, Lorena Navarro, Kevin Mark, Irina Kyarunts, Nydia Meneses; front row from left, Karen Volpe and Marion Chase. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Realtors Give Six Students Scholarships

Six students receive scholarships from the Burbank Board of Realtors to continue their education on the next level. Recipients want to pursue health and scientific career goals.

Daniel Starkand

MAN ON A MISSION

Burbank Senior Makes Pitch at History Friday Night Against Rivals

Preforming 'Live at the Burroughs Bowl' under the direction of Tana Barnett. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Burroughs at the Bowl is a Real Crowd Pleaser

The Burroughs’ award-winning Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble preformed

(L-R) Long-time friends and bandmates, Jacob Tilove, Ian Riggs and Ed Helms make up the bluegrass band, "Lonesome Trio".  They perform for the students at Providencia Elementary School.

Funny man Ed Helms Stops By Providencia Elementary for Laughs and a Lesson in Music

The multi-talented, Ed Helms visited Providencia Elementary School this week to promote music programs within the local districts.

Burbank High's Daniel Starkand stopped Arcadia's win streak in its tracks. (Photo by  Ross A. Benson)

Burbank Snaps Apaches’ Streak

Burbank beats Arcadia, Apaches Drop First Pacific League Contest Since 2009

The Red Carpet awaits Teacher of the Year Rebecca Mieliwocki to her home school Luther Middle School. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Luther Middle School Welcomes Home Their Hero

After a whirlwind tour around Washington DC, including a tour of the White House by the President, Rebecca Mieliwocki returns back to Luther Middle School to a hero’s welcome

Leon Shortenhaus photo from the 1961 John Burroughs Akela yearbook.

Former Burroughs Football Coach Dies In Iowa

Leon Shortenhaus, taught at Burroughs in 1950′s-60′s.

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Burroughs Instrumental Music Association Sets Plans for Outdoor Concert

The Entire Instrumental Program from Burroughs High School Set to Perform Some of Hollywood’s Most Famous Scores from Film and Television at the 4th Annual Outdoor Concert & Picnic

President Barack Obama and Education Secretary Arne Duncan congratulate 2012 National Teacher of the Year, Rebecca Mieliwocki in the East Room of the White House, April 24, 2012.  The President hosted the event honoring the 2012 National and State Teachers of the Year . (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

President Presents Teacher of the Year Award to Rebecca Mieliwocki

Rebecca Mieliwocki was at the White House on Tuesday as the President presented her with the Teacher of the Year Award. You can read the complete speech here