J ohn S. Burke Catholic
High School

The Windmill
April 2016
The Windmill, April 2016
Student of the Month winners for Foreign Language are:
Kayla Johnson
Anna Henderson
Matthew Guarneri
Gabriel Thomas
Candy Han
Kimberly Pokstis

Service Spotlight: Annie Walker, Class of 2013
by: Kimberly Pokstis
As a well-known student during her years in Burke, Annie Walker participated in many clubs and activities and volunteered in various events. After graduating, she continued to give her time and effort to many organizations and makes Burke proud. 
Dominican Republic Trip
by: Julia Leary
Over spring break, a few of our own Burke students traveled to the Dominican Republic. Andrew and James Juliano, Tommy Garneau, and Erin Kerr went to the D.R. for a week to provide medical attention...
9/11 Memorial Trip
by: Julia Leary
Freshman writer, Julia Leary, took a trip to the 9/11 Memorial in New York City during her spring break and learned a lot about history and faith, as well as about Father Mychal Judge's work.
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Wear Red Day
by: Elizabeth DiGiorgio
The Teens Against Tobacco Club hosted a Wear Red Day on Wednesday, March 2nd and raised $630 for the American Heart Association and awareness of heart disease.
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Mr. and Ms. Burke Contest
by: Alyson Hummer
Student government hosted its first Mr. and Ms. Burke Contest April 8th and raised $530 for the Trevor Project and Burke Athletics. Through a formal wear, casual wear, talent, and questions portion, Mr. and Ms. Burke Catholic 2016 were named.
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Game Review: Tom Clancy's The Division
by: Tyler James Chan
When Tom Clancy's The Division showed its debut trailer at E3 2013, it quickly rose to the top of many people's anticipation lists... its own hype train doomed it, however...
Halsey's Badlands Album Review
by: Neil Stevenson
The album review this month will be of an album released this past August, Badlands  by Halsey. Halsey debuted in 2014 with her EP Room 93 and released her full length album in 2015...
National Poetry Month
by: Jenna Coburn

In lieu of National Poetry Month, our Arts Editor did research on its history:
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Serendipity
by: Fiona Hill
Fiona Hill tells the story of a young man who learns the importance of happiness. 
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Myriam and Kelly's Declassified Fourth Quarter Survival Guide
by: Kellyanne Murphy and Myriam Moise
The end of the school year will be here before you know it. Have no fear, we've got you covered. These survival tips are guaranteed to get you through the next few weeks! 
Lizzie's Top 10 Random and Fun Facts of April
by: Elizabeth DiGiorgio
Here are ten fun facts that you may or may not have known about the month of April:
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The school year is drawing to a close and soon the seniors will be saying their goodbyes. As I pass the Chief Editor position to Michelle Barone, I would like to thank the staff of The Windmill for all their hard work this year and for writing incredible material. Thank you to everyone who has read and supported our work. Also, thank you to Mrs. Ross, Mr. Kelly, and Mr. Douthit for moderating and making The Windmill possible.
Thank you,
Alyson Hummer

Artwork and comics included are done by Juliana Gesztesi and Maverick Ramirez.
Spring Musical: Seussical
Friday and Saturday, April 22nd and 23rd at 7:30 PM and Sunday, April 24th at 2:00 PM
This year's spring musical is Seussical. It's an interesting and comical musical which includes all of Dr. Seuss' most popular book characters. Through mishaps and thrilling adventures, these unique characters finally find what they seek - their places in their extraordinary worlds. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and $5 for kids 10 and under.
3rd Annual USO5K
Saturday, April 23rd, 7:30 AM
Everyone is welcome to the third USO 5K! You can run it, jog it, or walk it. It will be held on Saturday, April 23rd here at school and the general fee is $30. Registration/packet pick-up time will be at 7:30 AM. The race start-run will begin at 8:30 AM and the race start-walk will begin at 8:35 AM.
Spring Concert and Art Show
Thursday, May 12th, 7:00 PM
Burke Catholic will hold their annual spring concert and art show on May 12th at 7:00 PM! Come and see our students' artwork and see our band and chorus' musical performances. 
Hercules Challenge
May 28, 2016 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Team BC is forming another team to run in the Hercules Challenge sponsored by Orange Regional Medical Center at the Orange County Fairgrounds. It consists of a 5K walk/run followed by a challenging obstacle course. If you're interested in participating, see Mr. Douthit to join the team!
Fashion Show
May 1st, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Burke Catholic's Fashion Club will be putting on their sixth annual Fashion Show here at Burke on May 1st. The tickets are $10 and $5 if you bring a prom dress or cocktail dress to donate. The theme this year is Brunch at Tiffany's. Come and enjoy an afternoon of elegance, raffles, pick-a-posy and more.
BC Foundation: $10,000 Raffle
Grand Prize  -- $10,000!!

BC Foundation 10K raffle is in full swing. There is still time to get your ticket!

The drawing is April 23, 2016  at the BC Spring Gala and Hall of Fame Dinner.

For tickets or information please contact John Douthit (845) 295-5481 X-159 or [email protected] 

BC Spring Gala and
Hall of Fame Induction Dinner
2015 BC Hall of Fame
 
Saturday April 23rd, 2016
6pm-11pm
Palacio's Catering Hall
1700 Rte. 17M
Goshen, NY

Congratulations to our 2016 Inductees!
 
Jimmy Kelly '08                  
Dolores Terlecky
Dick O'Neill                     
Dr. Jim Oxley 
Bob Turner '71                       
Patrick Welsh '67
 
 

Boys and Girls Lacrosse
by: Jake Pawliczak
The girls lacrosse team is ready for their upcoming season. After making it to section playoffs last year, the girls are optimistic for this season...
Track and Field
by: Michelle Barone
The boys and girls track teams kicked off their season Wednesday the sixth. Unlike indoor track, spring separates the boys and girls into two teams...
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Boys Golf
by: Michael Wajda
The Boys Golf Team is pumped and ready for the 2016 spring season. They are looking for a comeback from last years season, which was a struggle...
Girls Golf
by: Michelle Barone
The Girls Golf Team, coached by history teacher Matt McGinnis, kicked off their season on April 12 at Monroe-Woodbury. This season's team is composed of ten girls: 3 seniors, 3 sophomores, and 4 freshmen...
Baseball
by: Cory Lee
The Burke varsity baseball team is off to a great start this season with a record of 2-1 and expect to make it to section championship this year. 
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Softball
by: Mallory Carbonara
The Burke Catholic softball team has their season starter on Thursday, April 15 at Fallsburg High School. The captains of the team are Kyra Cassisi, Katie Howerter, and Olivia St. Amand.
College Basketball
by: Cory Lee
On Monday night April 4th, 2016, the Villanova Wildcats beat the North Carolina Tar Heals 77-74 for the national title. Lifelong fans are ecstatic about this news...

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