Article by Mary O’Connor ’21: The week of October 18, Kellenberg Memorial began running sophomore retreats in the new retreat house, Stella Maris, for the 2020-2021 school year. As with Kellenberg’s in-school system, this year’s retreats follow a special protocol to ensure the safety of Kellenberg students and staff. The retreat is limited to two…
Article by Edward Jansen ’21: With Kellenberg’s cohort strategy, students have been able to spend time with friends, get work done, and stay healthy. With this system, some of our clubs have been able to take place, whether it be virtually, outdoors, or in limited space. Band is especially difficult in these dark times. Instructors…
Article by Nicholas Cortese ’23: In an effort to mitigate the effect of Covid-19 on student athletics, Kellenberg Memorial has converted its football team from the traditional eleven on eleven tackle football squad into a seven on seven flag football team. On Sunday, October 25th, The Firebirds took flight in a matchup against longtime rival…
Article by Phoenix writer Ally Goldsmith ’20: In the midst of the global pandemic, the Kellenberg community came together for its first-ever Flyby on Monday, April 20 to fill 30 cartons with non-perishable food items and to show thanks for the Marianist Community’s continuous prayers. While following all social distancing guidelines and remaining in cars…
Article by Phoenix writer Edward Jansen ’21: A few months ago, a friend of mine sent me a link to a music video by Brooklyn pastor Hezekiah Walker. It was for a modern-day Gospel song called “Every Praise.” In the video, Pastor Hezekiah is standing in the middle of a town square, eyes turned to…
Article by Phoenix writer Mary O’Connor ’21: Kellenberg’s student-run newspaper, The Phoenix, was recently honored by the New York Press Association for their contribution to high school journalism. Senior Editor Isabella Nieminen won first place for “Best Feature Story.” The judges commented on her “lively writing” with “solid information.” Editor Angelo Tsassis ‘22 took home…
Article by Phoenix writer Tsassis Angelo ’22: A few words of advice, should you ever be matched up in a basketball game with Kellenberg senior Nick Spinoso: Do not seek for any post shots. Whether you are back down or face up, his mere presence is enough to ensure that your shot is promptly swatted…
Article by Phoenix writer Ally Goldsmith ’20: As I get dressed every morning, I proceed to my closet to be met with a folded pile of pajama pants with patterns that range from polar bears wearing tiaras to whales wearing Santa hats. I migrate to my dresser and peek into the drawer where I store…
Article by Phoenix writer Julia Zacharski ’21: On Thursday, March 5, the Varsity Dance Team traveled to Orlando, Florida to compete in the NDA National Dance Championship, placing ninth in the nation. The team placed 1st in Hip Hop, 1st in Jazz, 1st in Pom, and 2nd in team. They had attended the same competition…
Article by Phoenix writer Britney Guevara ’21: Congratulations to The Phoenix news staff for an excellent showing yesterday at the Adelphi Journalism awards. The Phoenix won third place for Most Outstanding Newspaper, led by Editor in Chief, James Mooney III ’20. Ally Goldsmith ’20 won first place in Opinion Writing and Isabella Nieminen ’20 won…