Pearl River HS Senior Receives Perfect Score On AP U.S. History Exam

PEARL RIVER, NY — Kieran Burke, who attends Pearl River High School (PRHS), earned all possible points on the Advanced Placement United States History exam — a feat achieved by only nine students on the planet this year, at least two of whom happen to be in the Hudson Valley.

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A High Honor Roll Award and Community Service Award recipient throughout his time at PRHS, Burke is a member of the National Honor Society, all five core subject honor societies, and the Tri-M Music Honor Society. The district says he is both an active and dedicated student as a member of the Marine Science Club, Officer of the Pirates for Paws Club, Vice President and School Executive President of Student Council, Social Media Director of Four Legs Good, and member of the Spring Track Team.

Burke was recently cast in the lead role of Zeke in the upcoming senior class production of "High School Musical" (along with other lead roles assigned to his two other triplet brothers.) In addition, he medaled in Infectious Diseases for Science Olympiad, participated in the Cornell Cooperative Extension's Youth for Climate Action Program (testing public waters for nitrate levels and presenting his findings), and plays the violin, viola and piano.

"This outstanding accomplishment is a direct reflection of Kieran's hard work and dedication to his studies, as well as the top-quality education being offered in our District," the Pearl River School District said in a statement. "Please join us in congratulating Kieran...we are so #PRProud!"

Colleges and universities worldwide receive AP scores for college credit, advanced placement and/or consideration in the admissions process.

"AP courses and exams are college-level, requiring great focus and persistence among participating students," according to Trevor Packer, head of the Advanced Placement Program. "We applaud the educators who encourage students to challenge themselves, who motivate and encourage diverse students to achieve their academic potential."

The leaders of the Advanced Placement Program said they are committed to ensuring that students have access to the opportunities they have earned. Students who succeed in AP courses are not only more likely to succeed in college, but have the chance to save a significant amount of time and money by earning college credit or placement.