Article by Hailey Pitcher, ’21: Kellenberg Firebirds walked into school on a brisk September day, socially distant and with smiles on their faces, eager to get back to in-person learning by adopting the “cohort” classroom structure. Also offering remote and hybrid learning opportunities, Kellenberg welcomed back in-person learning with socially distant cohorts. The Latin School…
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…
Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: The Kellenberg Model UN team continued on the college competition circuit and attended the Hofstra Conference this past weekend. After three days of debate, the Kellenberg Model UN team walked away with 6 awards and a top 2 finish overall. Congratulations to Matthew Meaney, Michael Borgese and Matt…
Article by Phoenix writer Britney Guevara ’21: This past Sunday the Firebird Wrestling Team crowned three champions at the Nassau-Suffolk League Tournament. Senior captain James Watterson won a tightly contested finals match against a hungry opponent by a single point while fellow senior Alex Cooper wasted no time and earned a first period pin. Sophomore…