Mr. Tahany says farewell to his teaching life last June. (L-R) Asst, Principal Mr. York, Principal Bro. Kenneth Hoagland, Mr. Tahany, Chaplain Fr. Dan Griffin Article by Phoenix writer Molly Driscoll ’26: Morning Announcements included a surprise video featuring recently retired English teacher Mr. Tahany and his wife and their incredible opportunity of meeting Antonia…
Article by Phoenix writer Bryce Heery-Fiore ’28: The STEM department celebrated National Chemistry Week from October 20th-24th. Freshman and Sophomore chemistry students had an exciting time in the labs and in the classroom. This year’s theme was The Secret Life Of Spices. Students took an introspective look into the chemistry behind taste, flavor, and spiciness.…
Article by Phoenix writer Ryleigh O’Neill ’28: By a score of 14-13, Varsity Football defeated St. John the Baptist, in the annual homecoming game this year, except, with an exciting twist: It was held for the first time ever on St. Matthew Field at Kellenberg’s beautiful Uniondale campus. Admin wanted football home football games, understandably,…
Article by Phoenix writer Maggie Nitkewicz ’26: The Kellenberg family extended its wings on October 4th for our annual Open House, where we proudly welcomed over 2,392 people. Upon entrance, families were ushered into the auditorium to partake in prayer led by Mr. Moran and Mrs. Mulligan. Each tour was led by a faculty member,…
Article by Phoenix writer Ailish Blaney ’28: The Fall Spirit Pep Rally on Friday, September 26, initiated the enthusiasm of the first athletic season of the 25-26 school year. The yearly tradition gives students the chance to show pride for individual teams and the school community. These teams went all-out with decorative costumes and in…
Article by Phoenix writer Amelia Campbell ’26: A beautiful new mosaic of Our Lady of Guadalupe has been added to Kellenberg’s Marianist tradition in the Our Lady of Guadalupe plaza, located outside the FCAA building. The mosaic, along with the pictures of saints that line the walls of the FCAA, were chosen by Bro. Timothy…
Article by Phoenix writer Ryleigh O’Neill ’28: On Monday, September 22, Kellenberg held its 33rd Annual Golf Outing for faculty, students, alumni, and family. Guests create their own groups, choose their own course, enter raffles, and enjoy meals together. Seniors Eamon and Orla Cormican stood at the first hole and offered a challenge to the…
Article by Phoenix writer Grace Andino ’25: Stepping onto an X-marked spot on the stage at the Commencement Exercises on June 1, a member of the Class of 2025 enters the long-imagined moment, squinting past the blinding stage lights, scanning the sea of faces, hoping to spot the familiar glow of friends and family. For…
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Strauss ’25: On May 29, the class of 2025 boarded the Hornblower cruise lines for the Senior Sendoff cruise around Manhattan, the annual capstone for the senior class, allowing them to spend time with peers and teachers before becoming alumni. The seniors arrived at Kellenberg, dressed in their finest suits…
Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: The Senior class was once again brought together to celebrate the traditional Final Senior Prayer Service and annual Blue and Gold Yearbook Dedication Ceremony. The prayer service emphasized all of the religious tools that Kellenberg has given its Seniors. Reflections from Fr. Daniel Griffin, S.M., and Fr. Thomas…
