Principal's Message

July 16, 2026

Dear Burger Junior High School Families,

It is with great excitement and gratitude that I introduce myself as the new principal of Burger Junior High School. I am truly honored to join this incredible school community and to have the opportunity to serve our students, families, and staff. I look forward to getting to know each of you and working together to ensure every student has an enriching, engaging, and successful junior high school experience.

Throughout my career, I have been driven by a passion for helping young people discover their strengths, overcome challenges, and reach their fullest potential. I bring more than 20 years of experience working with students and families in a variety of roles. I began my career as a leader in a community-based organization, where I partnered with families and community members to support youth development. Since then, I have served as a school counselor, assistant principal and freshman academy director. Each of these experiences has strengthened my belief that strong relationships, high expectations, and meaningful collaboration are the foundation of a thriving school.

My educational journey has also prepared me for this role. I earned both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees from SUNY Brockport. In addition, I completed a Certificate of Advanced Study in Mental Health Counseling from St. John Fisher University and a Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Administration from SUNY Brockport. These experiences have shaped my approach to leadership by emphasizing the importance of academic excellence, student well-being, and creating supportive environments where every child feels valued and empowered.

As principal, I am committed to working alongside our dedicated staff, our families, and our community to create a school culture where every student feels safe, respected, challenged, and inspired. I believe that education is most successful when schools and families work together as partners. I value open communication, mutual trust, and shared responsibility, and I encourage you to be active participants in your child's educational journey.

My promise to you is that I will work hard every day to support our students, listen to our families, and lead with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to excellence. Together, we will celebrate successes, address challenges, and continue building a school community where every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

I am excited to begin this journey with you and look forward to meeting many of you in the coming weeks. Thank you for welcoming me to the Burger Junior High School family. Together, I know we will make this a remarkable year for our students.

Reminders and Save the Dates: 

Reminders:

Athletics: 

Sports Reminder: For students wanting to participate in sports for the 2026-2027 school year, please remember that an annual physical is required to be eligible for participation. In order to register for a sport, an updated physical date within a calendar year of sports registration is required along with any Asthma Action Plans or Emergency Care Plans signed by both parent and doctor. An up-to-date physical should include updated immunization records, vision/glasses information, permission to carry (inhalers/Epi-Pens), and clear the student of any injuries. Please visit the RH athletics website for more information. 

NYS School Health Examination Form

Asthma Action Plan

Transportation: 

2026-2027 Transportation Request Forms: If you have not yet submitted your transportation request for daycare or split-custody arrangements for the 2026-2027 school year, please do so as soon as possible. Forms are available on the district website at www.rhnet.org/busing. You may submit the form to the main office or return it directly to the transportation department. Thank you for completing and submitting these forms, as routes for next school year are being determined now. 

Save the Dates: 

August 26- 7th grade Orientation- WEB (Where Everybody Belongs)- at Burger Junior High School- Session 1- Last names A-L 9-11am. Session 2- Last Names M-Z 12-2pm. Families should plan on dropping off and picking up, as this event is intended for students. More detailed information to follow. 

September 3, 2026- First day of school! 

September 7, 2026- Labor Day holiday- No School 

Propio Dial-in Interpreter Service: 

• Arabic (585) 628‑8427 
• Chinese (Mandarin) (585) 299‑5688
• Dari (585) 440‑3275
• Nepali (585) 575‑1366
• Spanish (585) 632‑7190

With gratitude, 

Stephanie Bliss-Walker
Principal