The War is On
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
May 10, 2012
Jar Wars is a Bishop Kearney tradition that has been going on for some time. It is the biggest fundraiser for the Missions that Bishop Kearney holds all year. The Peer Ministers have the responsibility of operating this event which runs for the entire week of April 23. Each class is divided... (more...)
APs Are Here
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
May 10, 2012
The days are closely approaching to the weeks in which millions of students will sit down to take their AP Exams. The exams always take place at the beginning of May, and this year is no exception. If you get a 3, 4, or 5 on the exam, you are likely eligible for college credit following your... (more...)
The Raven
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
May 2, 2012
The movie The Raven premiered in the United States this past weekend on April 27, 2012. The movie was directed by James McTeigue and stars John Cusack. The movie was released March 9th in Ireland and the United Kingdom, nearly two months before it arrived here. Thus, many were skeptical about... (more...)
My Kinda Party
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
May 2, 2012
Jason Aldean’s latest album, My Kinda Party, (which debuted in the year 2010) is still making great waves in the music industry. The first single off the album was his duet with Kelly Clarkson, called “Don’t You Wanna Stay”, gained major success for the rest of the album. Jason Aldean... (more...)
Gypsy Madness
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
May 2, 2012
“My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding” was first aired in February 2010. This show is on the channel TLC, and it follows the unique culture of the Irish Travellers, also known as gypsies. Their lifestyle has been very secretive since the show first aired just two years ago. Irish Travellers live alongside... (more...)
New Key Club Officers
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
March 28, 2012
At Bishop Kearney, Key Club is a rapidly growing club and very active in the community. The officers contribute a lot to Key Club, and this past year, they have been putting together the TWLOHA walk for depressed teens. Zach Kirisits is the 2011-2012 Key Club President, and he has done a fantastic... (more...)
Transfer Students
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
March 28, 2012
You have probably seen them walking down the halls and/or sitting close to you in one of your classes. They are of course, the Chinese transfer students who are the new additions to Bishop Kearney High School this year. They span from the 8th grade to 11th grade. I have been lucky enough to... (more...)
Where Did the Easter Bunny Come From?
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
March 27, 2012
Everyone knows of the myth that is the Easter Bunny, but the real question that people refuse to ask is where did the Easter Bunny come from? Well, the story of the Easter Bunny can be traced back for centuries to the Anglo-Saxons, who were pagans and celebrated the goddess Eastre. Her earthly... (more...)
NHS Experiences Some Senior to Senior Fun
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
March 20, 2012
On Wednesday, February 15th, the National Honor Society’s 20 members traveled to St. Ann’s nursing home on Portland Avenue. It was to be an afternoon of fun and dancing, a definite treat for the residents of St. Ann’s. The National Honor Society brought two buckets full of red and white... (more...)
I’m Feeling Your Heartbeat
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
March 15, 2012
Many know the band The Fray from their hit singles “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “How to Save a Life”. The Fray have become very popular over the past couple of years, and now they have a new song out called “Heartbeat”. This song comes from their latest album Scars and... (more...)
Hunter Hayes on the Rise
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
March 1, 2012
Ever heard of a guy named Hunter Hayes? Well if you have not, now you have. He is a 19 year old country singer who is on the rise in the music industry. His debut album is self titled and it hit stores back in October, but he is getting noticed for his young, modern country voice. He hails... (more...)
The Vow
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
February 16, 2012
There has been a lot of hype surrounding the new romantic movie The Vow. Even though this is not a Nicholas Sparks movie, this movie stars Nicholas Sparks alums Rachel McAdams (from The Notebook) and Channing Tatum (from Dear John). This meant that “The Vow” was bound to be a hit among... (more...)
Giants Nation
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
February 16, 2012
The New York Giants took on the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5th, for the 46th Super Bowl in Indianapolis, Indiana. This was to be a great match-up and a repeat of the Super Bowl back in 2008, when the Giants defeated the Patriots after the Patriots recorded an undefeated season.... (more...)
Are You Nervous?
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
February 8, 2012
Have you ever realized that you possess a nervous habit? If you answered ‘yes’, then you are certainly not alone. Whenever there is a situation in which you feel uncomfortable, you may find yourself performing an action that is very odd. This is your nervous habit. Nervous habits are actually... (more...)
We Own the Night
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
February 6, 2012
Many know Lady Antebellum for their hit song ‘Need You Now’ from their album Need You Now. Well, they have recently come out with their third album, entitled We Own the Night. This album contains singles such as ‘We Own the Night’ and ‘Just a Kiss’. We Own the Night captures Lady... (more...)
Syracuse Basketball
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
January 20, 2012
This past Monday night at 7:30, the Syracuse Orangemen took on the Pittsburgh Panthers at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, New York. The Orangemen were 19-0, but this game was going to be a tough test since Pittsburgh has won their past five games against Syracuse at the Dome. Syracuse came out... (more...)
The Devil Inside
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
January 13, 2012
“The Devil Inside” was a highly anticipated horror movie that kicked off the beginning of 2012. People everywhere were so excited for its premier Friday January 6, 2012. The movie ran for about an hour and a half long, but it did not live up to expectations. “The Devil Inside” finished... (more...)
Midterm Madness
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
January 11, 2012
The first of the year has passed and we are well on our way to reaching midterm exam time. Midterms are a very stressful and tiring time for students of all grades, 9 through 12. Some students choose to procrastinate, while others hit the books in advance. But either way, studying is absolutely... (more...)
School 25 Christmas Visit
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A & E Editor
December 23, 2011
Last Thursday, December 15th, twenty Bishop Kearney seniors traveled to School 25 in the city of Rochester. These seniors, and one junior, are part of the Bishop Kearney Key Club are affiliated with the Rochester Lakeshore Kiwanis. The club goes to School 25 every year and hands out Christmas... (more...)
The Gift That Keeps on Giving
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
December 14, 2011
Every year, the Bishop Kearney Key Club travels to School 25 to hand out Christmas presents to students. The Bishop Kearney Key Club is affiliated with the Lakeshore Kiwanis, who provide Bishop Kearney with the gifts. One Kiwanis member dresses up as Santa Claus and passes out all the gifts... (more...)
It’s Better to Give Than Receive
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
December 11, 2011
Many people know the saying, “It’s better to give than to receive.” Christmas is the perfect time to give back to the community and help others that are less fortunate this holiday season. There are so many opportunities in the Rochester area to make someone else’s Christmas amazing.... (more...)
The Boys Are Back In Town
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A & E Editor
December 2, 2011
Boy’s basketball is always one of the highlights of the winter months at Bishop Kearney. The boy’s basketball team has always showed great promise and has always invigorated the student body. I was given the opportunity to speak to senior Myles Crews about the team’s hopes for the 2011... (more...)
Under the Mistletoe
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
November 30, 2011
On November 2, 2011, Justin Bieber released his first ever Christmas album, Under the Mistletoe. Bieber was very excited for the release of this particular album because of the numerous musical collaborations that he was given the opportunity to be a part of. The album consists of collaborations... (more...)
Books Books Books!
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Editor
November 17, 2011
Every year, Key Club organizes a book drive for the kids at a Rochester City school. In previous years, the Bishop Kearney Key Club has supported School 25. But after recently discovering new connections, the Bishop Kearney Key Club has shifted its support to School 33 this year. Key Club is... (more...)
College Cramming
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Editor
November 17, 2011
It’s that time of year again! College visits seem to be taking over the lives of seniors not only in Bishop Kearney, but around the country. This can be a stressful time because on top of college visits, we are all trying to keep up on our regular school work. College visits have become somewhat... (more...)
Invisible Children Becoming Visible
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, Lead A&E Editor
November 15, 2011
Invisible Children is an organization founded by three young men who began a movement that became bigger than any of them ever dreamed. They call themselves “storytellers” who tell the story of the LRA (Lord’s Resistance Army) and the children they kidnap to fight for them against Eastern... (more...)
Trick-or-Treat for Unicef
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
November 15, 2011
Every year Key Club participates in Trick or Treat for Unicef. Unicef is a world-wide organization that focuses primarily on the needs of underprivileged children around the world. They want to give each child the best possible start in life because it is the foundation for years to come. This... (more...)
Olive Garden
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, Lead A&E Editor
November 15, 2011
On October 31st, a few friends and I decided to take a trip to Olive Garden. For those that don’t know, Olive Garden is an Italian restaurant chain found nationwide. We went to the Olive Garden in Greece, New York, and it was a very nice meal. All of us enjoyed a special lemonade drink that... (more...)
Senior Retreat
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
October 24, 2011
There were about a million clouds in the sky when sixty-two seniors stepped off of the bus at Camp Stella Maris. They could only hope that the rain would hold up as they took on the high ropes course. It was sure to be a day of fun, and of course, of bonding as the seniors continued to experience... (more...)
Feelin’ Footloose?
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
October 11, 2011
The original Footloose, that stared the young Kevin Bacon, premiered in the year 1984. Variety stated “essential to the result is young Kevin Bacon, superb in the lead part.” Bacon plays a rebellious teenager by the name of Ren McCormack opposite Lori Singer, who plays Ariel and happens... (more...)
Freshman Orientation
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
October 6, 2011
On the morning of Tuesday August 30th, approximately sixty new fresh faces walked in through the doors of the cafeteria. These sixty kids make up the Bishop Kearney class of 2015. They had arrived for freshman orientation and were meeting with their Peer Ministers for the first time. Each student... (more...)
Fall in Love with Fall Fashion
Kayleigh Meisenzahl, A&E Lead Editor
October 3, 2011
Fashion fans are in for a pleasant surprise this fall season with new trends that break the status quo. Fall Fashion Week, which took place September 8th through the 15th, involved a vast array of clothing designers. This year, these designers decided to show a different side of fall by experimenting... (more...)