In November, the Business and Finance Club began a partnership with the Christus Vivit Community House. Sister Marie Mackey asked the students to produce a marketing campaign to create ways to promote and raise awareness about Christus Vivit by incorporating Pope Francis’ message at World Youth Day. Three weeks later the students presented their campaigns…
Article by Phoenix writer Isabel Connolly ’23: As a Catholic school, Kellenberg has always striven to impress upon its students the ideals of Christianity, namely charity and concern for their fellow man. Kellenberg continuously works to uphold these values and support those in need throughout the year with various drives and collections. Over this past…
Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: PhoenixOnline Student News Site is looking for new editorial staff members. Writing is a skill that takes years of hard work to perfect. What takes even more prowess is being a good editor. For years, Kellenberg has been a hub for producing talented writers and editors. Students who feel they…
Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24: On Tuesday, March 8th, Mrs. Cioffi gave students a presentation on Women in Business in the library after school for International Women’s Day. Mrs. Cioffi, the wife of history teacher Mr. Cioffi, is currently a bank’s sales manager with a degree in finance. Mrs. Cioffi spoke on her…
Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmeri ’25: There is no better feeling than that of the cool ocean water washing over your feet on a hot day. Girl Scout Ambassador, and Kellenberg Memorial senior, Anna Nealon believes that everybody should be able to experience that, no matter their circumstance. “Live Without Limits”, Anna’s Girl Scout…
On March 8, the members and families of the winter varsity athletic programs gathered to honor the athletes of the winter varsity teams. Awards were given for the most committed, most improved, and most valuable athletes on each team. The Bernie Ward Commitment Award is named after our beloved former faculty member, coach, and colleague Bernie…
Article by Phoenix writer Amely Nunez ’23: Kellenberg Memorial’s Drama Club performed George Kaufman and Moss Hart’s You Can’t Take It with You on March 4 and 5. The comedic play consisted of three acts which starred the Sycamore family, the Kirby family, and witty and philosophical grandfather, Martin Vanderhof. Alice Sycamore starts to quickly…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Paulich ’24: This past month, the Kellenberg Varsity Cheerleading Team had the honor of competing in the High School Cheerleading Nationals. After their past successes, the Firebirds took on Nationals once again, hoping to bring home a big win. In early February, the team traveled down to Orlando, Florida, excited…
Article by Phoenix writer Colleen Bayley ’23: During the February recess, members of the Kellenberg family participated in volunteering for a service project titled St. Joseph’s Mission. Their goal was to refurbish Stella Maris, Kellenberg’s retreat house located in Islip. Last week, the members of the Marianist community, faculty, and students joined Mr. Weber, the…
Article by Phoenix writer Christopher Dunne ’25: Ash Wednesday is an important day in the Catholic Church. It marks the beginning of the Lenten season, and the receiving of ashes on foreheads holds great meaning in the faith. It symbolizes that man has come from ash and will return to ash when they die. In…