Today's Lenten Reflection
Past Reflections
PhoenixOnline Survey: Extracurricular Activity Interests
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Venturino ’25: The Phoenix Online launched its first survey of the school year during the month of October. This gathering of information provided a great insight into the clubs and extracurriculars that the firebirds are most looking forward to. Results displayed that almost 50% of students are most excited for athletics, with the runner-up, spiritual activities, at about 20%. STEM clubs came in third place, representing innovative groups like Robotics Club and Science Olympiad. The third and fourth categories came in arts (poetry, music, literature) and performance (drama club and Gregorian Consortium), respectively. We look
Open House Welcomes Over 2K Guests
Article by Phoenix writer Maggie Nitkewicz ’26: The Kellenberg family extended its wings on October 4th for our annual Open House, where we proudly welcomed over 2,392 people. Upon entrance, families were ushered into the auditorium to partake in prayer led by Mr. Moran and Mrs. Mulligan. Each tour was led by a faculty member, who was accompanied by a Kellenberg graduate and three National Honor Society members – all of whom volunteered their Saturday to assist prospective firebirds in their school searches. Each tour guided families around the expansive school, placing special emphasis on where the incoming freshmen or
The Renaissance: “Mourning Dove” by Danielle Kercy ’26
Mourning Dove by Danielle Kercy ’26 Its cheeks are round with youth, and its eyes are wide with innocence, Bringing me to recall my own. Its melancholic voice, gently calling for what’s lost, begging for the return of a morning that has passed, a morning we cannot get back, merely a memory.
First XLT unites in Faith and Friendship
Article by Phoenix writer Amelia Campbell ’26: Nearly 200 firebird faithful gathered to celebrate the first XLT of the year on October 1st. This month, we had not only one guest speaker, but two. Students witnessed firsthand as Mr. and Mrs. Campbell recounted and reflected on their experiences during multiple Lourdes pilgrimages. The Campbell’s have been going on the Lourdes trip since 2019, after their daughter had the opportunity to be a part of it through Kellenberg. They shared some of their most powerful experiences, along with the ways it has impacted their lives. A common theme of them both