Kennedy Catholic High School hosted the Annual Celt-A-Bration Auction on Saturday, November 12, 2011. The sell-out crowd packed the Marriott West ballroom and raised paddles time and again to support the students of Kennedy Catholic. It was a record night in a number of ways, but the spirited Live Auction proved to be a great precursor for Fund A Need; supporting the first science lab renovation in the school’s history.
Surpassing our Fund-A-Need goal, nearly $50,000 was raised Saturday night, achieving a new level of support. Dr. Dave Mueckl, Archdiocese of St. Louis COO, surprised guests with a personal message from Archbishop Robert J. Carlson announcing his special gift of $100,000 for the science renovation. It was the highlight of the night!
Kennedy has currently raised over $150,000 toward the first phase of the renovation, a complete remodeling of our Chemistry lab, which will cost $175,000. Construction is expected to begin in May 2012. These improvements will provide better utilization of space in a 21st century learning environment with traditional and virtual labs.
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"I am thrilled with the proposed renovations" said Steve Grasser, Department Chair at Kennedy. "I am hoping that these new labs ignite a love of science in even more Kennedy students. I was inspired to become a science teacher. I hope our department will continue to pass the torch to future generations of scientists."
To learn more about Kennedy Catholic High School visit www.kennedycatholic.net