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March 9, 2026
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Breaking News
Finding holiness in small acts
February 18, 2026
A reflection for Ash Wednesday: Small sacrifices offered with love can transform our hearts.
Catholic Schools Week 2026
February 3, 2026
A time to reflect on the values of courage and compassion, which have guided our school and students for decades.
Reflections on our Freshman Retreat
February 2, 2026
“I felt this experience helped me to feel the Holy Spirit’s guidance and trust in God’s plan for me.”
KCPS joins March for Life
January 24, 2026
More than 30 Kennedy Catholic students, faculty and alum joined the March for Life, in Washington, D.C., on January 23.
Alum shares nursing career experience
January 21, 2026
Lauren Wolter ’17 always knew she wanted to be a nurse. Recently, she returned to Kennedy to share her experience.
Celebrating our State Champs
January 21, 2026
Girls Varsity Soccer team makes Kennedy Athletics history.
Annual SMA Nativity Play Returns
January 5, 2026
St. Mary’s Academy students presented “Joyful Mysteries of Christmas,” on Thursday, December 19, 2025.
Sports
Celebrating our State Champs
January 21, 2026
Girls Varsity Soccer team makes Kennedy Athletics history.
Signing Day Draws a Crowd
November 12, 2025
Nine members of the Class of 2026 sign on to continue their athletic careers at the college level.
Varsity Baseball: Building Character
May 14, 2025
Reflections on a trip to Florida for spring training
KCPS Resilient in Comeback Win
January 31, 2025
The Kennedy Catholic varsity boys basketball team demonstrated their resilience and growth at the Governor’s Challenge.
Fencing Comes to Kennedy Catholic
January 6, 2025
Thrust Fencing brings a new and exciting program to Kennedy to teach the fundamentals of fencing as well as a great physical workout.
Girls Lax Wraps Up Season
May 9, 2024
Varsity Girls Lacrosse completed another successful season and say farewell to senior leadership.
Baseball Ends Regular Season on Top
May 7, 2024
Ending the 2024 regular season, the Gaels are ranked #1 by Lohud following their Senior Night on May 6th.
Softball Takes Division
May 6, 2024
Varsity Softball clinched their 3rd consecutive Division Title with victories over Maria Regina and Preston.
Faith
Finding holiness in small acts
February 18, 2026
A reflection for Ash Wednesday: Small sacrifices offered with love can transform our hearts.
Reflections on our Freshman Retreat
February 2, 2026
“I felt this experience helped me to feel the Holy Spirit’s guidance and trust in God’s plan for me.”
Annual SMA Nativity Play Returns
January 5, 2026
St. Mary’s Academy students presented “Joyful Mysteries of Christmas,” on Thursday, December 19, 2025.
Reunited at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
December 19, 2025
KCPS President Fr. Mark Vaillancourt reunites with alum at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
Italian Club Enjoys Passeggiata to Arthur Avenue
April 27, 2022
Over Spring Break 2022, the Italian Club enjoyed an excursion to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. Here, Nick Savino ’23 recounts the day’s events and the sights and tastes they enjoyed.
Sophomore Retreat Reflection
March 2, 2022
As the Lenten season begins, Kelly Walsh ’24 reflects on her opportunity to embark on spiritual retreat with her classmates.
Faith Reborn at Graymoor
October 17, 2021
Every year, the senior embark on their final retreat as KCPS students to Graymoor Spiritual Life Center. Seniors Keira Ferretti and Charley Martabano team up to summarize the day’s events and reflect on their opportunity.
Cardinal Dolan Appoints Father Vaillancourt “Censores Librorum”
March 19, 2021
Kennedy Catholic Prep President and Principal Father Mark Vaillancourt has been appointed censores librorum by his Eminence Cardinal Dolan.
Academics
Alum shares nursing career experience
January 21, 2026
Lauren Wolter ’17 always knew she wanted to be a nurse. Recently, she returned to Kennedy to share her experience.
Battle of the Bards
December 19, 2025
Annual Shakespeare Competition fosters love of literature
Honor Society Welcomes New Members
December 18, 2025
Recognized for scholarship, service, leadership and character, new members inducted into National Honor Society.
Snapshot from Notre Dame
October 1, 2025
Fr. Mark Vaillancourt visits Kennedy grads studying at Notre Dame.
The Speaking and Debating Gaels Finishes this year with a bang!
May 29, 2025
Christopher Kordaris, grade 10 The Speech and Debate (Forensics) Team had a stellar year competing againstmany top New York schools at the State Finals on April 4 th , at the
St. Mary’s Academy Student Report
May 13, 2025
This is my first year at SMA, and I’ve enjoyed this school year incredibly! This year has given me many opportunities educationally and socially.
Class of ’24 Soars
May 20, 2024
The Class of 2024 is on track to exceed recent records for college acceptances and merit awards. Read more about their achievements!
KCPS Aligns with CollegeBoard
February 2, 2024
Read more about KCPS’ new Pre-AP curriculum that has provided students with consistent and comprehensive interdisciplinary instruction.
Student Life
Catholic Schools Week 2026
February 3, 2026
A time to reflect on the values of courage and compassion, which have guided our school and students for decades.
Reflections on our Freshman Retreat
February 2, 2026
“I felt this experience helped me to feel the Holy Spirit’s guidance and trust in God’s plan for me.”
Annual SMA Nativity Play Returns
January 5, 2026
St. Mary’s Academy students presented “Joyful Mysteries of Christmas,” on Thursday, December 19, 2025.
Battle of the Bards
December 19, 2025
Annual Shakespeare Competition fosters love of literature
Honor Society Welcomes New Members
December 18, 2025
Recognized for scholarship, service, leadership and character, new members inducted into National Honor Society.
Christmas Concert 2025
December 12, 2025
The evening featured performances by the Kennedy Catholic Choir, Band, Strings Ensemble and the Guitar and Music Club.
Lincoln Center, Here We Come
December 1, 2025
KCPS and SMA students see Ragtime the musical, on November 11, 2025.
Food Drive Makes A Difference
November 26, 2025
Kennedy community donates five trucks full of food to the Community Center of Northern Westchester.