Students

Speech and Debate Takes on the State

May 2, 2024 3:47 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: Kellenberg’s esteemed Speech and Debate Team qualified three members for the New York State Forensic League State Tournament, held at the Bronx High School of Science. The tournament was held over the course of two days, Friday, April 12 and Saturday, April 13. Top schools from all over the state attended the competition. The Kellenberg team succeeded despite the many other accomplished teams at the tournament. Representing the

Junior College Fair Opens Minds to Future Opportunities

May 2, 2024 11:08 AM

Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Venturino ’26: On Wednesday, April 10, Kellenberg juniors and their parents attended the Junior College Fair in the cafeteria from 7:00 to 8:30 P.M.. Representatives from nearly a hundred different colleges came to give students information on the countless options available to them for life after high school. Junior Cristina Palmieri shared, “The fair was very informative and really moved my college search along.” Spokespeople from universities such as Drexel,

Mass Celebrates the ABC’s of Divine Mercy

April 30, 2024 4:28 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Venturino ’26: On April 11, Kellenberg came together as a school community to celebrate the Mass for Divine Mercy, focusing on the love and mercy Christ gives to each of us in our lives. Father Dan spoke about the ABC’s of mercy in his homily: “Ask for His mercy, Be merciful to others, and Completely trust in God.” Fr. Dan also played the song “Jesus Went to the Garden” which

Sophomores Attend Yearly Trip to Holocaust Museum

April 29, 2024 9:10 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: On April 19, many of our sophomores attended the Holocaust Museum in Glen Cove to learn about the history, experience, and persecution of Jewish people during World War II. The students got a tour of the museum and heard the story of Arnie Newfield, a survivor of the Holocaust. Anthony Custodio-Peña, a student from the group, says, “Mr. Newfield talked about his childhood since he was born in

“Let’s Walk, Let’s Talk” – About Mental Health

April 25, 2024 4:31 PM

Article by Phoenix writers Michelle Paszek ’24 and Brooke Oldenborg ’26: On Thursday, April 25 from 3:15 to 3:45 P.M., the Body, Mind, & Heart Club hosted the “Let’s Walk, Let’s Talk” outdoor event in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Over 100 students and 10 faculty members joined together on Matthew Field to walk the track, spread awareness on mental health matters, and make participants more aware of the realities surrounding them. Mr. Lyons,

Ryan Greenberg Talks EMS with Students

April 24, 2024 4:09 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Cassandra Odudukudu ’24: After months of anticipation, New York State EMS Director Ryan Greenberg spoke to students interested in the field of emergency medicine on Wednesday, April 17 in the chorus room. His presentation focused on his own experiences in the field, the future of EMS, and the basics needed to kick start a career in pre-health. Greenberg’s journey to EMS leadership served as a testament to the importance of networking