Article by Phoenix writer Justin McKenzie ’24: The Kellenberg family began welcoming their newest Firebirds to the Birds’ Nest. Kellenberg welcomed the Freshman Class of ‘28, and Latin School Class of ‘29, ‘30, ‘31 to the school. On January 23 and 24, the proceeding Tuesday and Wednesday, nearly candidates registered for Kellenberg. Each new candidate…
Article by Phoenix writer Allison Cortese ’26: On February 9th, the Kellenberg family came together in charity for the fourth annual “Souper” Bowl. In honor of the 2024 Super Bowl, which took place on February 11, students, faculty, and staff were given the opportunity to wear a football jersey in lieu of their blazer. In…
Article by Phoenix writer Paulina Barnjak ’24: It was the evening of January 25, and all was anything but quiet throughout the Barnjak house. My sisters and I rushed throughout the halls as we picked out our dresses, curled our hair, and prepared our makeup. This night was to be special— a night to remember—…
Article by Phoenix writer Mika Accardi ’25: On Thursday, January 26, Kellenberg celebrated its annual Pop Hop dance. This event invited the young ladies of Kellenberg to celebrate an evening of faith, food, and fun with the important men in their lives, such as fathers, grandfathers, and uncles. The evening began with a beautiful prayer…
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Noumair ’24: On Wednesday, December 13th, the Latin School held their annual Christmas Concert. The Praetorian Orchestra started it off by performing the National Anthem, and then proceeded to play an array of Christmas songs. This included “Still the First Noel”, which combines two classic Christmas Carols in “Still Still…
Article by Phoenix writer Grace Andino ’25: On Sunday, December 24th, Kellenberg held the Christmas Vigil Mass to celebrate the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord. Annually, the families of faculty, staff, and students join together on Christmas Eve at Kellenberg to celebrate the coming of Christ. Before the entrance song, “Joy to the…
Article by Phoenix writer Mika-Ella Accardi ’25: On November 28, Kellenberg kicked off the Christmas season with its annual tradition of Christmas door decorating. Kellenberg was full of Christmas cheer as students and faculty put up their trees, hung lights in their rooms, and most importantly— decorated their doors. Each class came up with a…
Article by Phoenix writer Keira Quigley ’26: On Tuesday, October 24th, sophomores, juniors, and seniors with outstanding academic achievements were honored at the annual Academic Awards Assembly. This assembly included students receiving pins for being on the Honor Roll, badges for having perfect attendance, and inducting new students into the National Honor Society. Mrs. Cameron,…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Paulich ’24: On Saturday, October 14, 2023, the Kellenberg Family welcomed prospective Firebirds with open arms to the annual Fall Open House. The VIP tours started at 9 AM, inviting all eighth grade students from the Bro. Joseph C. Fox Latin School, St. Martin de Porres Marianist School, and the…
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Strauss ’25: The Kellenberg Memorial College Fair was an exciting after-school event held daily throughout the months of September and October. Juniors and Seniors gathered in the Queen of Apostles Courtyard (occasionally meeting in the cafeteria in case of rain) to get information on and connect with colleges around the…
