New phase of the Endowment campaign invites families to leave a lasting legacy while helping BCE reach its $5 million goal in celebration of the foundation’s 45th anniversary. Following the ribbon cutting at the Endowment Founders Circle at the BCE Donor Plaza last fall, the Burlingame Community for Education Foundation (BCE) is excited to announce the next phase of its long-term investment in our public schools: the launch of the Cornerstone Society. This new giving opportun

End-of-year Scholars Circle parties celebrated the generosity and vision of BCE's most dedicated supporters. Throughout May and June, BCE welcomed Scholars Circle donors to a series of intimate gatherings hosted by school communities across the district. These events offered an opportunity for supporters to connect with one another, hear from school leaders, and celebrate the collective impact of donors who believe deeply in public education. While the gatherings themselves w

At BIS, students gain more than vocabulary and grammar. With teachers like Vanessa Stubbs and support from BCE, they develop skills and connections that last for years. At many public middle schools, world language instruction is limited or unavailable altogether. At Burlingame Intermediate School, however, students can begin studying Spanish or Mandarin years before high school thanks to funding provided through BCE’s annual grant. That early start gives students a significa

BCE’s spring reception offers a rare opportunity for donors to engage directly with city and school leaders shaping our community. On the evening of April 29, members of the Burlingame Community for Education Foundation (BCE) Leadership Circle gathered at the Burlingame Woman’s Club for a special spring reception that brought together donors, city leaders, and school district leadership for an evening of meaningful conversation and connection. In an intimate setting designed

Mary Poppins JR. at BIS highlights how performing arts help students grow, connect, and shine. BIS audiences were recently taken on a magical journey into the enchanting world of Mary Poppins JR., the Broadway Junior musical adaptation of the acclaimed 1964 Disney film. Through captivating songs and choreography, impressive costumes and props, timely lighting and sound effects, BIS Performing Arts stunned crowds once again. From the first auditions to the final bow, this year

A sold-out crowd, spirited bidding, and a whole lot of heart helped this year’s Soirée raise almost $300K for Burlingame public schools. BCE’s Saddle Up Soirée brought a sold-out crowd of over 250 guests together on March 21, 2026 for a lively celebration at CuriOdyssey’s Redwood Room. The evening combined country chic style with high-energy fun, as parents, educators, and community members gathered to support Burlingame public schools. Guests enjoyed a festive night of coc

Across all grade levels, participation grew as students, families, and supporters came together to make this year’s Read-a-thon our most inclusive yet! This year’s GROW with BCE Read-a-thon was defined by one powerful theme: more. More students stepping up to fundraise, more donors supporting our schools, and more families and community members engaging in a shared celebration of reading. By the end of the Read-a-thon, 1,085 students had created fundraising pages, 2,144 dono