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Goshen Central Schools
Distance: 1.0 Mi120 Scotchtown Ave
10924 Goshen -
Orange County Community College
Distance: 5.0 Mi115 South St
10940 Middletown -
Humnbirds Baseball
Distance: 7.1 MiPO Box 297
10973-0297 Slate Hill -
Minisink Valley Middle School
Distance: 7.1 MiPO Box 217
10973 Slate Hill -
Aqua Gems
Distance: 10.4 MiPO BOX 221
10990 Warwick
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John S. Burke Catholic High School opened in December 1964. It was named for John Stephen Burke, a philanthropist, trustee of Catholic Charities and chairman of the Cardinal's Committee of the Laity. Cardinal Francis Spellman was present at the dedication ceremony to bless the new building. In the years that followed, Burke Catholic students, grades 8-12, were involved in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. The Burke Broncos Spring Track team, Hawkeyes Basketball team, Wrestling, Ski and Swim teams Freshman, JV and Varsity Cheerleading squads and many intramural sports, were among the athletic pursuits of BCHS students. Beginning in 1968 the school mascot for all sports was officially changed to the Eagle. Photography, art, film, debate, science, foreign language and math clubs also garnered student interest. In 1979, the BCHS Model UN Delegation won the National Championship representing the country of Sudan. Stage production such as, The Tea House of the August Moon and Oklahoma thrilled audiences. The Young Christian Students Club was active. "Wind and Rain," a literary magazine, gave fledgling writers an opportunity to be published. And most importantly to teens, driver's education was started. "Not Words, but Deeds," the school motto, reflects the character of BCHS students throughout it's hundred-year history. Concern for others and the pursuit of excellence remain hallmarks of this school. ...