Today, Mayor Suttle visited the Burke High Rockstars to help celebrate the class’ upcoming trip to Washington D.C. in May, 2011. Marilyn Hinkle (better known to her students as “Miss M.”) is the remarkable Special Education teacher at Burke High School. She invited Mayor Suttle to come join in the festivities to kick-off the road to Washington, D.C. Learn more about the Rockstars from Omaha Public Schools’ website.
During the Mayor’s visit, the Rockstars sang Proud to be an American and welcomed the mayor with a poem. The Class President presented Mayor Suttle with a certificate of appreciation for his support of the Rockstars. Mayor Suttle presented the class with a personal donation to support their trip.
“The Burke High Rockstars program provides outstanding opportunities for youth with special needs. I am proud that our community offers support for this program and others that ensure all students have the chance to learn and reach their full potential,” Mayor Suttle said.
Along with their daily activities, the Rockstars also have an annual musical. The 2010 musical “Peter Pan” will be performed at in the Burke High School Auditorium on Thursday, November 11th at 7 p.m.
