Chickens have officially come to roost here on campus, and they already have quite a story to tell! These five hens hatched right here at school last year, thanks to our Elementary Gifted and Kindergarten students as part of their embryology and life cycles units. What began as an exciting classroom experience has now grown into an ongoing, hands-on learning opportunity for students across our campus. Thanks to a generous grant from the Florida Farm Bureau, we purchased a chi

Traditions are part of what makes being involved in a school community and its athletic programs so meaningful. Some are passed down from one generation of students to the next, while others grow from unexpected moments that become lasting memories for the students who experience them. On Monday, our Lady Eagles volleyball program experienced one of those unforgettable moments. This season, we are fortunate to have three sets of sisters playing across our JV and Varsity volle

As we enter our second year of archery on campus, we are excited to see just how much this program has grown in such a short time! What began as a club and an opportunity for students to experience archery through PE has now grown into the start of our first official Junior High and High School Archery Team for the 2026-2027 school year! The program was started by Mr. and Coach Carignan, who have worked to introduce students to the sport, build interest, and create opportuni

What an incredible way to connect classroom learning to real-world science and exploration! This August, our 5th and 6th grade students, along with several of our high school students, had the incredible opportunity to attend a special NASA presentation focused on the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, NASA’s next great space observatory. At the time, excitement was building around the upcoming launch of the Roman Space Telescope from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Cente

Last Friday, we kicked off something special with our first House Pep Rally of the year! It was an exciting opportunity to bring our students and staff together as we introduced our new Houses, unveiled their signs, played some fun games, and celebrated the people who make our school community so special. This year, our students are part of one of four Houses: Sekhara — House of Motivation Oriana — House of Change Arataki — House of Leadership Ravaka — House of Potential Each

Burn Sci Tech is excited to announce another milestone in our commitment to providing innovative, hands-on learning experiences for our students. Mr. Z has officially earned his Project Lead The Way (PLTW) credential in Automation and Robotics, bringing even more opportunities for students to explore engineering, technology, and problem-solving in our STEM Lab. Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is one of the nation's leading STEM education organizations, providing curriculum that e

At Burns Sci Tech, we believe that education is about more than what happens inside our classrooms. It is about cultivating leaders who understand the importance of serving others and making their community a better place. Today, our Board Member Damian Hall spent time at the GROW Healthy Kids warehouse, helping load a huge shipment of recess boxes and shoes that will be delivered to five schools throughout Volusia County. GROW Healthy Kids is doing incredible work right here

At Burns Sci-Tech, we are incredibly fortunate to have local businesses that continue to invest in our students and believe in the importance of education. One of those valued community partners is Boston Whaler. Each year, Boston Whaler generously provides Burns Sci-Tech with a “boatload” of school supplies to help support our students, teachers, and classrooms. This annual donation has become a wonderful example of what it means to be a community partner. This year’s donati

This summer, 12 student-athletes from last season’s JV and Varsity volleyball teams had an incredible opportunity to elevate their skills by attending a three-day, two-night volleyball camp at the University of Florida. Accompanied by our new Head Volleyball Coach, Coach T, and assistant coaches Kimmy and Ashley, our athletes immersed themselves in an unforgettable experience focused on skill development, teamwork, competition, and building the foundation for the upcoming sea

Last week, Burn Sci Tech welcomed more than 20 campers for an exciting 3rd-6th Grade Indoor Soccer Camp, where students spent three action-packed days learning the game, building friendships, and growing as athletes under the leadership of Coach G. Each morning began with outdoor training sessions focused on developing fundamental soccer skills. Coach G guided campers through drills designed to improve dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, and footwork while teaching th

Providing students with a high-quality education is the shared goal of schools across Florida. A newly released report from the Florida Department of Education highlights how Florida's charter schools continue to make significant strides in academic achievement, outperforming traditional public schools in many key performance areas. The Florida Department of Education recently released its annual report, "Student Achievement in Florida's Charter Schools: A Comparison of the P

Great programs begin with great preparation, and that's exactly what Mr. Carignan and Coach Carignan have been doing this summer. This week, Mr. Carignan and Coach Carignan volunteered at the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) World Championships, one of the largest student archery competitions in the world. The event brings together thousands of student archers, coaches, and volunteers from across the country and around the globe to celebrate the sport of archery

Passing the gavel: Dr. Roger Thayer and Richard Paczkowski At this past Tuesday’s Board Meeting, Burns Science & Technology celebrated an important moment of transition and leadership as Board Chairman Roger Thayer officially passed the gavel to newly elected Chairman Richard Paczkowski. After serving two terms for a total of six years of dedicated service to both the Board and our school community, Dr. Thayer said goodbye as Board Chairman. During his time serving Burns Sci

As the final bell rang on the 2025-2026 school year, our halls seemed just a little quieter. Classrooms that had been filled with learning, laughter, creativity, and friendship all year long suddenly felt a bit empty as students headed off to begin their summer adventures. Of course, the excitement was impossible to miss during afternoon pick-up! This year's last day of school featured some memorable send-offs. A special happy birthday goes out to Reese in 4th grade, who cele

This week’s highly anticipated Teachers/Staff vs. 6th Grade Kickball Game brought excitement, laughter, competition, and plenty of bragging rights to campus! The 6th grade students entered the game full of confidence and ready to prove they could take down the teachers and staff. There was plenty of trash talk leading up to game day, and the students were convinced they would claim victory. What they may not have realized, however, was that the teachers and staff had other pl

What a way to close out an incredible school year! Last week’s Annual Color Bash / House Celebration was filled with nonstop smiles, laughter, music, teamwork, and just the right amount of friendly competition. From water slide races and relay challenges to exciting new stations and an intense tug-of-war competition for our 3rd–6th grade students, the energy all day long was absolutely unforgettable! Our students showed what our House system is truly about community, camarade

Burns Sci Tech recently celebrated an exciting milestone with the launch of our very first STEM Celebration Banquet, an evening dedicated to recognizing students in grades 6–12 who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This special event was made possible through the vision and hard work of board member Suzanne Jarrell, along with science teachers Ms. Hawes and Ms. Bender, whose dedication helped bring this meaningful

With graduation happening today, the Class of 2026 stands on the edge of a brand-new chapter filled with excitement, opportunity, uncertainty, and growth. Throughout their time at Burns Sci Tech, our students have been surrounded by teachers, staff, coaches, and mentors who have encouraged them, supported them, and helped push them toward their goals. As our seniors prepare to walk across the stage and begin their next journey, we asked members of our Burns family to share wo

As our graduates get closer to walk the stage, we take one final look back at the memories, accomplishments, milestones, traditions, and moments that made the Class of 2026 so special. Over the past week, we have celebrated everything from prom and pep rallies to Legacy Walks, firsts in athletics and STEM, and the friendships built along the way. Through it all, this class has left an incredible mark on Burns Sci Tech. If someone were to create a time capsule for the Class of

Recently, our second grade students got to enjoy the exciting reward for weeks of hard work, planning, teamwork, and entrepreneurship during their annual Water Day celebration. Every year, second grade students participate in their annual student-run store project, an experience that goes far beyond simply selling items. The project is a full-circle learning experience that teaches students valuable lessons in teamwork, communication, financial literacy, responsibility, marke