Earl L. Vandermeulen High School student-athlete James Burke, who participated in the 107th NYRR Millrose Games on Feb. 15, was recently highlighted on the New York Road Runner’s website. The 11th-grader placed fifth in the race with a time of 4:13.86 for the mile, setting a new school record. This time also ranks him ninth in the U.S.

To read more about James and his track career, click here.

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