Reviving the Reading Habit: How Mrs. von Schoenermarck’s Literature Classes Embraced Independent Reading Post-Pandemic

Kellenberg Features, School News, Sophomores, Students

With the pandemic in the rearview mirror, sophomores in Mrs. von Schoenermarck’s two American literature classes resumed their participation in an independent reading experiment, one that encouraged them to complete books extending beyond the school curriculum. From September to June, students immersed themselves in a vast assortment of literary worlds, including such genres as biography,…

Firebird Orchestra Performs for St. Martin’s Students

Activities, Kellenberg Features, School News, The Phoenix

Article by Phoenix writer Keira Quigley ’26: On March 15th, Kellenberg’s Firebird Orchestra had the pleasure of going to the St. Martin de Porres Marianist School in celebration of “Music in Our Schools Month,” which focuses on supporting music education in schools throughout the nation. Volunteers from the Firebird Orchestra, which included students who play…

Celebrating Creative Excellence: Four Seniors Win 2023 Bob Spring Memorial Inspiring Artist Award

Kellenberg Features, School News, Seniors, Students

Congratulations to Vivian Baltzer, Theresa Bambrick, Patrick Celiberti, and Xavier DaSilva (Class of 2023) for being this year’s recipients of the 2023 Bob Spring Memorial Inspiring Artist Award. The award is given to Senior students who intend to major/minor in Art or a similar field (design, animation, architecture, fashion, etc.) in college. The student must…

St. Joseph’s Mission Assists the Sisters of Life

ARK, Kellenberg Features, School News, Students, The Phoenix

Article by Phoenix writer Delaney Clark ’25: The St. Joseph’s Mission began in 2006 following Hurricane Katrina, which devastated many homes in New Orleans. Students from Kellenberg and Chaminade, as well as many Marianist religious, made the trip to New Orleans during February Break to help rebuild homes and provide school supplies for the families…