Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Venturino ’26: September 24 to the 27 were especially lively days at Kellenberg, where the Firebird community displayed their school spirit by supporting the fall student athletes. Throughout the week, videos shown on the morning announcements fired up the student body for the annual pep rally that would be held…
Article by Phoenix writer Brianna Duroseau ’26: In honor of the Virgin Mary, Kellenberg held its annual Rosary Prayer Service on Friday, October 4. October is designated as a month to pay tribute to Our Lady of the Rosary. Kellenberg embraced this tradition as students and faculty united in prayer. Sophomores, freshmen, and seniors were…
Article by Phoenix writer Mika Accardi ’25: On Saturday, September 28, The Varsity Football Team defeated St. Peter’s High School by a score of 14 to 7 in the exciting annual Homecoming game. Despite the rain, the Firebird family gathered on Mitchell Field eager to show support for the team. Running back and linebacker Jack…
Article by Phoenix writer Delaney Clark ’25: On Wednesday, September 25th, the College Placement Office held one of its many mini college fairs in the courtyard. The purpose of these fairs is to give upperclassmen the opportunity to build a relationship with admissions representatives while also learning more about each individual school. Many schools attended…
Article by Phoenix writer Caitlin Hanratty ’25: Kellenberg celebrated a very special 100th birthday earlier this month on September 11th. Mrs. Dougherty, a long time friend of Kellenberg, turned 100 this past September 11th. To celebrate, Bro. Kenneth Hoagland, S.M., planned a special birthday event for her. Early that morning, all the Senior Community Leaders…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: On September 13, the Kellenberg Mock Trial team set out on their first invitational of the year, the Yale Bulldog Invitational. The team skillfully delivered examinations of the witnesses, presented their case, and introduced evidence in their greatest attempt to prevail in the debate. Though their valiant efforts…
Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: This past summer, two groups of missionaries were chosen to go to Lourdes, France to help the pilgrims who traveled there in hopes of not only physical but spiritual miracles. The trips left on June 26 and July 10, and for two weeks each group charitably assisted fellow…
Article by Phoenix writer Victoria Vakser ’26: Singing the entrance hymn, the Gregorian Consortium opened this year’s Triumph of the Cross prayer service. Members of the student body joined in prayer and exaltation as they watched the service from their classrooms. The familiar and beautiful song “At the Cross” initiated contemplation of Christ’s plight at…
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Noumair ’24: The Senior Send-Off, an evening cruise around the island of Manhattan on Thursday, May 30, marked the last school event for the class of 2024 before graduation. The Cruise, which included a dinner buffet, a DJ and dancing, was highlighted by breathtaking views of the New York City…
Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24: As millions of New Yorkers lay asleep in their beds, over 400 members of the Kellenberg Class of 2024 embarked on the annual Senior Trip, an action-packed three-day adventure at the Disney and Universal parks in Florida. In the early hours of May 2nd, students gathered in the…