Kellenberg Memorial High School

With the conclusion of our school year, we are also privileged to celebrate the retirements of:

Alice Accardi, a founding member of the Kellenberg Memorial faculty, who devoted 40 years to teaching mathematics with excellence and care.

Albert “Stretch” Williams, a 21-year staple of the maintenance department and proud supporter of Firebird athletics, whose dedication to our campus helped make everyone feel right at home.

Maryann Graziano, who inspired generations of students over her 21 years in the Science Department, leaving a lasting impact through her passion for teaching.

Lisa Haller, who served 22 years as both teacher and administrator, and also as a founding member of the faculty at St. Martin de Porres Marianist School.

Together, they represent more than a century of service to Marianist education, shaping minds and forming hearts. We extend our deepest gratitude for their unwavering commitment and wish them every blessing in this next chapter of their lives.

Today, we give thanks for all fathers, grandfathers, godfathers, and father figures whose love, sacrifice, and guidance reflect the faithful example of St. Joseph.

As the guardian of the Holy Family, St. Joseph led with humility, courage, and unwavering trust in God. May his example inspire all fathers to be steadfast in faith, devoted to their families, and strong in their vocation.

Consecrate the fiftieth year and proclaim liberty throughout the land to all its inhabitants." — Leviticus 25:10

On Juneteenth, we celebrate the triumph of freedom and honor the incredible legacy of Black Catholics who fought for dignity and education in our country and our Church.

Today we remember figures like Servant of God Mother Mary Lange, who founded the first Catholic religious order for women of color and opened schools against all odds. Her courage reminds us what it means to stand up for justice.

As another school year comes to a close, we give thanks for the countless blessings of the past year at Kellenberg Memorial High School.

From the classroom to the playing field, from service projects to performances, from daily prayer to school-wide celebrations, our students, faculty, staff, and families have continued to build a community rooted in faith, excellence, and family spirit.

Have a safe and blessed summer, Firebirds!!

Class of 2026, the moment has arrived.

Today, we celebrate the journey, the memories, the friendships, and the accomplishments that have defined your years at Kellenberg Memorial. From your first day as Firebirds to crossing the graduation stage, you have embraced our Marianist mission with faith, service, and community.

As you turn the page to a new chapter, carry with you the lessons learned, the values formed, and the spirit of Kellenberg Memorial that will always be part of who you are.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Once a Firebird, always a Firebird.

A beautiful evening for our senior sendoff!

Kellenberg Memorial was thrilled to welcome the inaugural Phoenix Scholars Program Class of 2030 cohort. These scholars represent the highest achieving academic students in their class and will participate in meaningful academic enrichment, college readiness initiatives, leadership development, and extracurricular opportunities.

Acceptance into the program provides students with academic scholarship, opportunities for cross-curricular inquiry and research, and a challenging academic experience tailored to their abilities and potential. Congratulations to the select students and families who have earned this distinction. We look forward to an outstanding four years together in the Phoenix Scholars Program.

It was a great adventure for the class of 2027!