By Phoenix writer Edward Jansen, ’21: The new Student Life Center hosted an event through Kellenberg’s Aquinas League with students and faculty from the Viscardi School in Albertson, NY. The Viscardi School is notorious for its accommodations of students with disabilities when home districts and nursing stations are inadequate alternatives. Mr. Joseph Slaninka, as well…
By Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek, ’24: During the 2021 Lenten Season, the ARK challenged the Kellenberg family to participate in daily tasks meant to deepen one’s relationships with God and others. Certain days include giving up technology, sleeping without a pillow, and abstaining from negativity. These challenges may seem simple at first, but some are…
By Sophia Paulich, ’24: On Wednesday, March 3rd and Thursday, March 4th, Kellenberg gave every student the opportunity to take part in the sacrament of Reconciliation. Several priests from various parishes throughout Long Island generously gave their time to assist with this important event. Students were welcome to go to the auditorium to receive Reconciliation…
By Isabel Connolly, ’23: On February 5th, Kellenberg had its second Faith Friday, a gathering recently implemented to give students the opportunity for prayer, reflection, and fun with friends. During the day, students in grades 9-12 watched the film, The First Day. The film follows Chris Herren as he chronicles his story of addiction and…
By Mary O’Connor, ’21: On January 29, juniors and seniors from the St. Thomas Aquinas League, Adele club, and Faustino club rallied together to march for life. Every year, members of the junior class are selected to travel to the capital and participate in a national March to honor the belief that life at every…
Article by Edward Jansen, ’21, Elizabeth Mooney, ’22, Lillian Stern, ’22, Megan Furlong, ’24, Grace Garcia, ’24, & Michelle Paszek, ’24: On Friday, January 15, 2021, the Kellenberg community had its first “Firebird Faith Friday.” Faith Fridays are meant to help students, faculty, and administration get back into the spirit of what truly is Kellenberg.…
Article by Elizabeth Mooney, ’22: The 2020 Christmas Season may have been different from other years, but Kellenberg upheld its tradition with our annual Christmas decorating throughout different areas of the school. Senior Michaela Markey was responsible for the adornment of the two Christmas trees in the gym while assisted by seniors Jada Isaac and…
Retreats are in full swing at Kellenberg Memorial. Over the last few weeks, sophomore cohorts have had the opportunity to travel to Stella Maris, one of Kellenberg’s retreat houses, located off the Great South Bay in Islip, NY. For many sophomores, this was their first retreat experience at Kellenberg. Due to the pandemic, most of…
Over the last few weeks, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students of the Brother Joseph C. Fox Latin School participated in the beloved tradition of WITNESS Day. WITNESS Day began two years ago as a day of prayer and community, giving students the chance to enjoy a beautiful day outside and learn about different Witnesses to…
The Kellenberg Memorial 2020-2021 school year has brought its many changes and alterations. But, it has also brought a great deal of ingenuity and creativity to continue traditions and activities that are near and dear to the community at large. One of these Kellenberg traditions: School Masses. Through the dedication and leadership of our school…