Article by Phoenix writer Grace Andino ’25: As the year comes to a quick end, students throughout every grade are excited to see what the next school year has to offer. Specifically, many juniors are preparing for their leadership roles, senior opportunities, and college applications, roles that many of them will occupy next school year.…
Article by Phoenix writer Caitlin Hanratty ’25: Students and faculty gathered outside to celebrate Kellenberg’s annual May Crowning on May 23. Every year, the statue of Mary outside the main entrance is adorned with flowers by a selected member of the Kellenberg staff. This year, Mrs. Neeson did the honors of crowning the Blessed Mother.…
Article by Phoenix writer Keira Quigley ’26: On May 22nd, 2024, the Health Sciences Club hosted an event along with LICADD (Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence) about the importance of NARCAN, a nasal spray that can be used to save lives. Kellenberg sponsors a number of events held by LICADD during the…
Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: On Tuesday, May 28, Mr. Bursig, Bryan Beard, volunteer at the 14th Regiment Brooklyn reenactor, and Jim Lennon, historian at the Long Island Living History Association, delivered an entertaining and informative Civil War reenactment to the Junior and Tyro history classes. The two wore clothes that Union soldiers…
Article by Phoenix writer Costanza Faldetta ’25: I have stargazed about the American Dream ever since I can remember. Now actually being part of it has felt surreal: from the neighborhoods with huge houses with pools and perfectly mowed lawns, to barbecues and bonfires, wearing crocs and sweatpants (out of the house! That would never…
Article by Phoenix writer Grace Andino ’25: The crowd was on the edge of their seats, anxiously waiting for a winner to be announced. Although the Gold team had a chance of winning a 4-peat victory, the Blue team secured their win with an overall score of 2,069,– as opposed to the 2,000 of Gold.…
Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: The last XLT of the school year was held on Wednesday, May 22. Each XLT welcomes students to come together, have fun, and celebrate in the Adoration of Christ. After a dinner in the school cafeteria, students and faculty moved into the auditorium where the adoration service began,…
Above: Grace Muller solos a U2 classic Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: Showcasing all the hard work students put into their musical pursuits outside of the classroom, the annual Jazz Night was held on Friday, May 10 in the auditorium. Firebird Swing, Latin School Jazz Band, Latin School Voces, and Fiddle Club performed…
Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: This month Kellenberg hosted their annual Little Sisters of the Poor Drive and Rockathon which commenced on May 3 and continued collecting donations until May 10 for the elderly at Queen of Peace Residence in Queens Village. For over 30 years Kellenberg has expressed their admiration and reverence…
Article by Phoenix writer John Renz ’25: The Junior class received their class rings and celebrated the junior ring banquet on Friday, May 17. In a Friday morning assembly, the juniors received their class rings. Packed into the auditorium, the entire grade took part in the Junior Ring Ceremony with parents and family in attendance.…