Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: After months of grit and diligent practice, the girls of Blue and Gold had their hard work pay off at their dance show on Saturday, May 7. Families of all Kellenberg students rushed to the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex at Hofstra to watch the Blue…
Article by Phoenix writer Colleen Bayley ’23: Completing a minor act of kindness makes a big impact in today’s world, and that’s exactly what the junior class took advantage of. On Thursday, May 12, Kellenberg hosted its annual Junior Blood Drive in the gymnasium. Forms including an overall explanation of what the day would incorporate…
Article by Phoenix writer Alice Miller ’25: The Kellenberg Firebird Spring Concert of 2022 opened with the “National Anthem” performed by the Firebird Chorus in tribute to the many Kellenberg families serving in the United States Armed Forces. This was soon followed by the Firebird Orchestra performing “Mythos” by Soon Hee Newbold and “Lullaby to…
Article by Phoenix writer Olivia Rinaldi ’23: On Friday, May 13th, Kellenberg Memorial hosted their annual Jazz Night. It was an impressive array of the many talents of Kellenberg’s music department. The eager musicians practiced in preparation for this night in which their hard work was on full display for all who were there. The…
Article by Phoenix writer Lauren DeRiggi ’24: On Friday, March 18th, Kellenberg’s Renaissance hosted a poetry read-around. The Renaissance is Kellenberg’s Literary magazine where students have the opportunity to express their creativity through prose, short stories, artwork, and essays. The read-around consisted of students in grades 6-12 reading works from their favorite poets, such as…
Article by Phoenix writer Lauren DeRiggi ’24: From March 7-11, Kellenberg Memorial hosted its annual Language Week. Language Week gives students the opportunity to learn about new and unfamiliar languages and the cultures surrounding them. The hallways were decorated with sayings in various different languages, and prayer videos in different languages were broadcasted to the…
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…
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 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 Nicholas Cortese ’23: On February 18, Adelphi University held their annual High School Press Day and Quill Awards Ceremony for Writers. This year, the conference was held virtually. Despite the change of scenery, Kellenberg’s representatives were just as successful. The school’s newly reformed news source, PhoenixOnline, took home second place for…