“Day Lilies at night” by Adian Mansfield ’23
“Day Lilies at night” by Adian Mansfield ’23
“Plastic Grass” by Shea Flannelly ’26
“Plastic Grass” by Shea Flannelly ’26 My heart is filled with plastic grass Not growing or getting longer It sits and waits for something more But has no need for water Some say I’m easier to maintain That I’m shiny, sharp, and new But all I do is imitate For I so ever long to…
Boys Track Puts on a Show To Begin the Spring Season
Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: On Saturday, April 1, the Firebird boys track team opened up the 2023 spring season with some solid performances at the Valley Stream Challenge. William Mullin leaped to 3rd place in the 400-meter hurdles and Danny Carsey ranked 6th in the 110-meter hurdles. Mario Sanabria raced to a…
St. Joseph’s Mission Assists the Sisters of Life
Article by Phoenix writer Delaney Clark ’25: The St. Joseph’s Mission began in 2006 following Hurricane Katrina, which devastated many homes in New Orleans. Students from Kellenberg and Chaminade, as well as many Marianist religious, made the trip to New Orleans during February Break to help rebuild homes and provide school supplies for the families…
Senior Memphis Ling Competes At Bowling Championships
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Noumair ’24: On March 4th, senior Memphis Ling, captain of varsity bowling team, completed his impressive Kellenberg career by competing in the New York State bowling championship. After a slow first game, Memphis bounced back and rolled a 269, the second highest of the day. Ultimately, he came up just…
Lady Firebirds Leap Their Way into a Plethora of Medals at the Dennis Walker Relays
Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: In an ever evolving weather day on April 2, the Lady Firebird track and field team stayed firm and determined. Chelsea Ezumah had her best day with a medal performance in the shot pout and a personal best in the discus, Olivia Spirakis picked up from her award…
Varsity Softball Wins Annual LICAAD Benefit Game
Article by Phoenix writer Paulina Barnjak ’24: On Friday, April 14th, Kellenberg’s own Varsity Softball team hosted their annual benefit game. The team played the St. Francis Prep Terriers at Bob Klein Field, home of Molloy University’s softball program. All the money raised was donated to LICADD, the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug…
Kellenberg Places Second at Moot Court Competition
Article by Phoenix writer Justin McKenzie ’24: On Wednesday, March 29th, the Firebird mock trial traveled to Old Bethpage-Plainview High School for the Moot Court competition. The moot court competition is a series of tournaments consisting of a team representing their school, including two Firebird teams who participated in the competition. In each round, each…
“New Beginnings” by Ciara Bice ’25
“New Beginnings,” by Ciara Bice ’25 Easter is the time of new beginnings Flowers begin to spring Chicks begin to hatch The birds begin to chirp But most importantly The rise of Jesus Christ, His dying for us, starts a new beginning: A beginning we must celebrate everyday. There are constant reminders of these beginnings:…
“Easter Sunday Morning,” by Logan Passo ’26
“Easter Sunday Morning,” by Logan Passo ’26