Nirvik is your Minecraft yogi. Come sit down and relax as he drops some knowledge on you. You'll walk away refreshed, enlightened, and itching to play in a virtual sandbox.

Mrs. Burke's 6th graders are back at it. This time, it's a podcast of biblical proportion. Join Ariella as she sits down and talks with Moses, Ramses, and  others as they share their stories from their point of view.

Mrs. Burke's 6th graders are back at it again. Some students chose to give podcasting a go for their project based assessment. This episode is a sit down interview with none other than Gilgamesh. It's pretty epic!

This is a bonus episode that accompanies the "And Then There Were None Rap" music track. It gives a behind the scenes look into the project--the music, the book, and the writing process. More importantly, it shows what can be accomplished when a teacher provides opportunities for student choice, technology is leveraged to engage learning, and students are given the freedom to creatively express themselves.

This is a song written by 7th grade students for a project based assessment. Lyrics were written to retell the events of And Then There Were None, the best-selling mystery novel written in 1939 by Agatha Christie. For more information, listen to the bonus interview that coincides with this episode.

Mrs. Burke's 6th graders, Ben, Christian, and Rohit take on ancient Greek Philosophers. Just wait until you hear what they have to say.

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Adil, Mustafa, and Michael break down the mysteries surrounding the Alcatraz prison escape of 1962. 

Our 6th graders are at it again. This time, they are taking on Greek astronomers.

At school, we know him as Frankie. However, those in the gaming world know him as Frunkopop. In this interview, we debunk some myths surrounding "playing video games" as a profession. Whether you are a gamer or not, this episode has something for everyone in it. 

Matteo is an 8th grader on a mission. Music runs deep in the family blood and he was practically born with drumsticks in his hands. Matteo combines his passion for music with his deep compassion for others to organize concerts and events that raise funds for those less fortunate. He's got a big drum kit and an even bigger heart. In this episode, we talk about daily routines, musical influences, positive mindset and leaning on family for support. Enjoy.