Article by Phoenix writer Kylie Mummendey ’25: On Friday, November 8, Kellenberg hosted its annual Veterans Tribute Dinner, sponsored by the Kellenberg Memorial High School History Club. This long-standing tradition was organized by faculty members Mr. Cartier, Mr. James Krug, and Mr. Joseph Krug. The evening began with sophomore Abigail Hassett, the Master of Ceremonies,…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: On October 11, CulinArt, Kellenberg’s food service provider, helped Kellenberg celebrate Hispanic Culture Month, when the kitchen staff presented many classic meals for the students during their lunch periods. Dishes such as arroz con pollo proved to be hot items in the cafeteria. Junior Isabel Mathew said, “The…
Article by Phoenix writer Victoria Vasker ’26: On Tuesday, October 15, Kellenberg homerooms competed in a pumpkin decorating contest. As an installment under Kellenberg’s “Homeroom Connections”, students and faculty used colors, fabrics, and props to deck their pumpkins in their best fall spirit. Students put in their best efforts in their attempt to win the…
Article by Phoenix writer Mika Accardi ’25: Kellenberg is very happy to announce that Flight of the Firebirds, the official Kellenberg Podcast, has returned. After some time and much planning, the podcast was brought back to life by Mr. Beyrouty and senior Amelia Caban. Flight of the Firebirds explores all of the exciting news at…
Article by Jenna McQuaid ’25: This past summer, I went on a ten-day mission trip to Lourdes, France, a small southwestern town that attracts approximately 5,000 people daily. Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, the Virgin Mary appeared to 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous in 1858 and asked her to return to this site 18 times.…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: On Thursday October 3rd, 2024, Kellenberg and Chaminade’s Marianist LIFE teams journeyed into New York City where they experienced Catholic Underground. Hosted by the Franciscan Friars, Catholic Underground is held in response to Pope John Paul II’s call for youth evangelization. The LIFE teams began the night with…
Article by Phoenix writer Victoria Vakser ’26: The first STEM talk of the year featured Dr. Robert Bacigalupo, an oral and maxillofacial (having to do with the jaw and face) surgeon and a 2005 Kellenberg graduate. Dr. Bacigalupo in his second Kellenberg STEM talk intrigued his audience of aspiring doctors and nurses with the story…
Above: Amelia Campbell (center, kneeling) with her HOBY teammates. Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: Kellenberg prides itself on its ability to create leaders. A student who embodies this leadership quality is junior Amelia Campbell. This past summer, Amelia participated in the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Program, otherwise known as HOBY. HOBY is a…
Article by Phoenix writer Michaela Dennean ’25: In the Fall of 2023, the PSAT/NMSQT was administered in a digital form for the first time. It was a year of adjustment as students adapted to taking standardized tests on their tablets and computers rather than on thick packets of paper. Out of the 3.7 million students…
Article by Phoenix writer Keira Quigley ’26: On Wednesday October 2nd, Kellenberg students and faculty gathered for the first XLT of the 2024-2025 school year. XLT is a monthly religious activity that focuses on Eucharistic adoration and a witness talk from a member of the Kellenberg family. As always, XLT began with dinner. Following the…
