Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: On Monday, October 30th, the One Heart, One Mind, Many Cultures club held a prayer service in the Millennium room in collaboration with Project Understanding. Project Understanding’s main mission is to transform the lives of those who are most at risk in our community by providing them with…
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 Kelly ’26: On Thursday, October 26th, senior students in the Spanish, French, and Latin clubs headed up to Stella Maris for an all-day retreat. The beautiful, sunny day started with a Mass celebrated by Fr. Thomas Cardone, S.M. Students said readings in Spanish and French, honoring their clubs and providing…
Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24: On Saturday, October 28th, Kellenberg hosted its third annual Firebird Fall Festival from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. Over 700 people attended this event, with many future firebirds dressed in Halloween costumes trick-or-treating down the decorated Latin School hallway. Members of the XLT Band provided music as the families…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Paulich ’24: On Wednesday, October 18th, 2023, Kellenberg invited students and parents alike to attend the presentation “Addiction and the Brain.” The evening began by welcoming well-renowned speaker Dr. Stephen Dewey, a research professor in the Psychiatry Department at New York University. Over 200 attendees were present for a “mind-blowing”…
Article by Phoenix writer Justin McKenzie ’24: On Tuesday, October 17th, Kellenberg’s freshman class had their first F.A.I.T.H. Day. This is a day for students to take a break from their classes and bond with their fellow homeroom members, reflected in the acronym “F.A.I.T.H.,” standing for “Freshmen Ascending In Their Homerooms.” In true Kellenberg fashion,…
Article by Phoenix writer Caitlin Hanratty ’25: After 8th period on September 28th, Kellenberg’s Mock Trial team left school for the Yale Invitational in New Haven, Connecticut, which would serve as their new home for the weekend. Before the school year even began, the Mock Trial team worked diligently over the summer to prepare a…
Article by Phoenix writer Caitlin Hanratty ’25: On October 4, Kellenberg students and faculty enjoyed the first XLT of the year together. Being one of Kellenberg’s most beloved traditions, XLT unites both students and staff alike in prayer and adoration. Before adoration began, the Kellenberg family shared a family dinner in the cafeteria to appreciate…
Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: On Friday October 20th, 37 Kellenberg juniors along with several of their history teachers took a coach bus to Saratoga, the site of the Battle of Saratoga and a turning point for the American Revolution, for a day trip to learn more about their own American history. The…
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…