Our Burlington High School Cheerleaders had an incredible couple days at cheer camp representing Cougar Nation! Throughout the 2 days at camp, the team worked hard learning a new camp dance, cheers, sideline routines, and building new stunting skills while growing stronger as a team. We are so proud of the dedication, leadership, and positive attitude these cheerleaders demonstrated. A special congratulations to Ela, My, Nia, Vivian, Austynn, and Kadince for being selected as All-American Cheerleaders—an outstanding accomplishment that reflects their hard work and commitment. We are excited to bring all the energy, spirit, and new skills back home and can’t wait to cheer on our community this school year. Burlington is lucky to have such a great group of cheerleaders representing our school. Go Cougars!
🍎 NOW HIRING for the 2026–2027 School Year! 🍎
The Burlington School District is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team!
Current Openings:
📚 Elementary School Paraprofessional
🏫 High School Secretary
🏫 Middle School Office Aide
🚌 Route Bus Drivers
Why work with us?
✅ Four-day school week
✅ District-paid single health, vision, and life insurance (eligible positions)
✅ PERA retirement benefits
✅ Supportive staff and welcoming community
✅ Make a positive impact on the lives of students every day
Interested? Contact the District Office at 719-346-8737 with any questions.
Come join the Burlington School District team—we'd love to have you!
Thank you to Heath, Russ and TynLee for their work this summer to make Burlington High School shine!
Updated!!- Riding for the Brand Submission #1- "Competitive Aggression" by The Cougar Den Staff
Email your submissions to jbessire@burlingtonk12.org
"Riding for the Brand" Project- Burlington High School
Burlington High School Online Academy
Morgan Community College has some opportunities they want to be sure parents are aware of this summer! Click for more information: https://www.morgancc.edu/summer-camp/
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Congrats to our Cougars who were named to the All Conference Baseball Team!
First Team:
Lenny Ramirez
Darian McDonough
Scout Humrich
Daxton Skarphol
Honorable Mention:
Kevin Salgado
#CougarPride
Congrats to our Cougars who were named to the All Conference Baseball Team!
First Team:
Lenny Ramirez
Darian McDonough
Scout Humrich
Daxton Skarphol
Honorable Mention:
Kevin Salgado
#CougarPride
Better late than never! Our end-of-year staff lunch was a success as we celebrated employees reaching 5, 10, 15, and 30 years of service, along with honoring this year’s retiree. We are grateful for the dedication and commitment each staff member brings to our district!
Becky Stewart, Tyler and Mari Miller, Rina Barkhuizen and Valeria Vela, thank you for 5 years of service.
Jade Trahern, Mike Pett, Kaileigh Bonner, Megan Barber, and Adriana Gutierrez, thank you for 10 years of service.
Jake Trahern and Amy Neal, thank you for 15 years of service.
Val Webber and Irma Reents, thank you for 30 years of service.
Mr. Steach, thank you for 22 years of service with the Burlington School District. Enjoy your retirement!
Becky Stewart, Tyler and Mari Miller, Rina Barkhuizen and Valeria Vela, thank you for 5 years of service.
Jade Trahern, Mike Pett, Kaileigh Bonner, Megan Barber, and Adriana Gutierrez, thank you for 10 years of service.
Jake Trahern and Amy Neal, thank you for 15 years of service.
Val Webber and Irma Reents, thank you for 30 years of service.
Mr. Steach, thank you for 22 years of service with the Burlington School District. Enjoy your retirement!
Congratulations Cougars!
Congratulations Cougars!
Welcome to Burlington High School- Jason Fortmeyer- High School Science
Celebrating Our Fourth Quarter Citizenship Award Winners
This past week, we had the chance to recognize an outstanding group of students who truly represent what it means to be a Cougar at BES. Our fourth quarter Citizenship Award winners consistently model the character, effort, and choices that make our school such a special place.
At BES, CUBS is a commitment to the values we build every day:
C – Caring: Showing kindness and helping others
U – United: Working together toward a common goal
B – Brave: Trying new things, even when it feels challenging
S – Strong: Having the mental discipline to choose what is right, even when it’s hard
As we remind our students, we can do hard things.
Our Citizenship Award winners live this out. They include others, make positive choices, and stay focused on doing what’s right, even when no one is watching. They help create classrooms where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. We are incredibly proud of them and grateful for the example they set for their classmates each day.
This past week, we had the chance to recognize an outstanding group of students who truly represent what it means to be a Cougar at BES. Our fourth quarter Citizenship Award winners consistently model the character, effort, and choices that make our school such a special place.
At BES, CUBS is a commitment to the values we build every day:
C – Caring: Showing kindness and helping others
U – United: Working together toward a common goal
B – Brave: Trying new things, even when it feels challenging
S – Strong: Having the mental discipline to choose what is right, even when it’s hard
As we remind our students, we can do hard things.
Our Citizenship Award winners live this out. They include others, make positive choices, and stay focused on doing what’s right, even when no one is watching. They help create classrooms where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. We are incredibly proud of them and grateful for the example they set for their classmates each day.
We’re thrilled to announce that Megan Harrel will be stepping into a new role as our 7th Grade Language Arts teacher for the 2026–2027 school year! After supporting students and staff as the BMS Office Aide, Megan will now be bringing her passion and positivity into the classroom!
Today we introduced a new BES tradition: the Heart of the School Award, our highest culture recognition.
Our very first recipient, Ridge Frihauf, reminds us what perseverance, courage, joy, and heart look like. His journey back to school has inspired our entire community, and we are so proud to celebrate the incredible progress he continues to make. Congratulations, Ridge!
Our very first recipient, Ridge Frihauf, reminds us what perseverance, courage, joy, and heart look like. His journey back to school has inspired our entire community, and we are so proud to celebrate the incredible progress he continues to make. Congratulations, Ridge!
We’re excited to share that after teaching 5/6 Grade Math this year, Katie Burkhardt will be transitioning to 7th/8th Grade Science at Burlington Middle School for the 2026–2027 school year. We can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make in her new role!
Happy Last Day of the 25-26 School Year! Reminder: all schools are dismissed at 12:00 pm today!
Welcome to Burlington High School- Brenda Miltenberger- School Counselor
Congrats to our Cougars who were named to the All State Teams!
Track and Field:
Emma McNerney- First Team
Samuel Korber- Honorable Mention
Golf:
Brooklyn Hays- Second Team
#CougarPride
Track and Field:
Emma McNerney- First Team
Samuel Korber- Honorable Mention
Golf:
Brooklyn Hays- Second Team
#CougarPride
Meet the 2026–2027 BES Classroom Teacher Team!
We are excited to introduce the classroom teachers who will be leading our Cougars next school year. Elementary classroom teachers do so much more than teach reading, writing, and math. They build relationships, create routines, encourage confidence, celebrate growth, and help students learn how to be part of a classroom community.
The impact of a great elementary teacher lasts far beyond one school year. They are often the first people who help children see themselves as readers, problem-solvers, friends, leaders, and learners.
We are proud of this team and excited for the year ahead. Go Cougars!
We are excited to introduce the classroom teachers who will be leading our Cougars next school year. Elementary classroom teachers do so much more than teach reading, writing, and math. They build relationships, create routines, encourage confidence, celebrate growth, and help students learn how to be part of a classroom community.
The impact of a great elementary teacher lasts far beyond one school year. They are often the first people who help children see themselves as readers, problem-solvers, friends, leaders, and learners.
We are proud of this team and excited for the year ahead. Go Cougars!
