Article by Phoenix writer Victoria Vakser ’26: For high school students across the country, the “season of giving” was taken to a new level. This year, twenty-four Catholic high schools participated in the annual Great Ignatian Challenge, including our very own Kellenberg Memorial. For eight years, Great Ignatian Challenge (GIC) has been bringing Catholic schools…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Venturino ’26: On Friday, November 8th, the Business club students, under the direction of Mr. Heitner and Mrs. York, competed in the Adelphi Apprentice Challenge. The marketing competition consisted of over 40 Long Island high schools with 250 students, with Kellenberg being the only Catholic school. Eight Kellenberg students were…
Article by Phoenix writer Margaret Nitkewitcz ’26: Numerous upperclassmen gathered together in faith for the Junior/Senior Evening of Recollection on Friday, November 15. Kicking off the night, the students in attendance were served dinner, after saying grace. “I chose to come to this event to spend time with my Kellenberg friends who are my family,”…
Article by Phoenix writer Michaela Dennean ’25: On Thursday, November 7, the upperclassmen had the opportunity to attend an assembly hosted by former NFL player Caleb Campbell. Campbell was a football star throughout high school and college, leading him to glory at the United States Military Academy. He spoke about feeling vulnerable in the classroom…
Article by Phoenix writer Caitlin Hanratty ’25: On November 16, the Firebird Center Completion Celebration was hosted in the FCAA for its major benefactors to celebrate the official opening of the new building on the 1400 Glenn Curtiss property. More than 500 benefactors, faculty, staff, and additional guests attended the event, which began with Mass…
Article by Phoenix writer Molly Driscoll ’26: The Latin School’s annual Witness Day took place on All Saints Day, November 1st. This event was an excellent way for students to bond with their peers through engaging activities centered around faith, food, and fun. Each grade received different colored shirts that had the phrase “Regina Verte…
Article by Phoenix writer Marianist LIFE Team ’25: While many students began winding down after their comprehensive exams, Kellenberg’s Marianist L.I.F.E team were excited to see what their week would have in store. In June, twelve seniors had the unique opportunity to travel to California to deepen their faith. L.I.F.E. stands for Living in Faithful…
Article by Phoenix writer Olivia Iorio ’26: The Halloween Raffle, held from October 28-30, was spurred on by the goal of Freshman GSO (General Student Organization) to continue the excitement of Freshman Faith Day. Mrs. Egan explained, “After a very spirited competition on Faith Day, GSO thought to capitalize on that energy. We filled a…
Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: The most recent development to PhoenixOnline, the school news site, is the monthly crossword puzzle: “Firebird Crossword.” Each month, a new crossword puzzle will appear on the website. These brain stimulating puzzles all have themes, such as seasonal themes or Kellenberg culture. After checking out some of our…
Article by Phoenix writer Kylie Mummendey ’25: On Friday, November 8, Kellenberg hosted its annual Veterans Tribute Dinner, sponsored by the Kellenberg Memorial High School History Club. This long-standing tradition was organized by faculty members Mr. Cartier, Mr. James Krug, and Mr. Joseph Krug. The evening began with sophomore Abigail Hassett, the Master of Ceremonies,…
