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The PhoenixOnline is the school newspaper, published by the students of Kellenberg Memorial High School. Articles are posted throughout the school week to PhoenixOnline at kellenberg.org/phoenix. PhoenixOnline covers various Faith, Academic, Extra-Curricular, and Athletic stories and features at Kellenberg Memorial. PhoenixOnline staff contribute to the school journalism publication by conceiving stories, attending school events, conducting interviews, and writing and editing articles. Membership on the PhoenixOnline staff is open to all students in grades 6 through 12. Editorship positions are available by application.
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Athletics News
Spring Spirit Week Concludes With Pep Rally
April 29, 2026
Article by Phoenix writer Matthew Williams 27’ On April 17, the spirit week came to a close with the Spring Pep Rally. During this particular event, spring athletes are all given the opportunity to participate in various competitions. Students who are in sports during this day get a dress down
Latin School Lacrosse Starts Off Season Strong
April 27, 2026
Yesterday, the boys Latin School Lacrosse team kicked off the season with a 10 to 2 victory over St. Bernards. The Firebirds jumped out of the gate on a five goal run in the first quarter and never looked back. James Canty dominated the faceoff game for the Birds all
JV Softball’s Electrifying Walk-Off
April 23, 2026
Article by PhoenixOnline writer Natalie Lezcano ’26 Last week, the JV softball team pulled off an epic 7-6 walk-off win against Oceanside. Jasmin Kraljev was stellar in the circle, throwing eight innings strong for the Firebirds, continuing her consistency and dominance. Sophomore studs Eden Tesoriere and Hailey Karol combined
Girls Varsity Lacrosse Is Leagues Ahead
April 20, 2026
On Saturday, the girls varsity lacrosse team traveled to Long Beach for a non-league contest, where they defeated the Marines by a score of 6-2. Kailyn Mastrogiovanni led the team in points with one goal and two assists, meanwhile Mairead O’Sullivan added two goals of her own. Goals were also
Activities News
Friendly Competition Unites Students in Ronald McDonald House Fundraiser
April 23, 2026
Generous giving from Kellenberg students allowed for its continuation with just the sharing of household items that may be otherwise taken for granted. Fundraisers like these provide families with the security to make their sick child their top priority, without having to worry about additional expenses.
Theresa Stein Takes 2nd at Columbia Debate Invitational
April 22, 2026
Article by PhoenixOnline writer Zoe Argenziano ’27 A few weeks ago, the debate team competed at the national level from the comfort of their own homes! A select group of students was chosen to participate in the Columbia University Invitational Tournament, consisting of over 135 teams from all over the nation.
Array of Hope Rocks
April 15, 2026
Article by PhoenixOnline writer Mallory Renz ’29 Kellenberg welcomed back a Christian worship group, Array of Hope, to inspire students with the spirit of the Lenten season on Thursday, March 5. Merriment and joy enveloped the Kellenberg community as news about the mystery guest spread. Curiosity wandered the halls as
Kellenberg Students Attend Westbury High School Annual Black History Month Celebration
March 1, 2026
Article by Phoenix writer Jazmeen Osae-Kwapong ’26 23 Kellenberg students united with the Westbury High School community to honor Black History Month at their 9th Annual Black History Month Jubilee Celebration on Saturday, February 28th. The theme for this year’s celebration was Blacks in the Military: From 1776 to Now,
Apostolic News
Students Gain Grace through Confession
March 24, 2026
On February 26 and 27, Kellenberg offered the Sacrament of Confession.
Bishop Barres Visits Kellenberg Memorial
December 15, 2025
“I am here simply to pray for Kellenberg and to be a servant of vocations.”
Students Tune in for Pope Leo Zoom
December 10, 2025
Article by Amelia Campbell ’26 The National Catholic Youth Conference, during which Pope Leo XVI held a zoom conference in front of the 16,000 student attendees, took place on November 21 in Indianapolis: and the Kellenberg student body tuned in virtually for a one of a kind papal experience. This
Theology of the Body Conversations
December 10, 2025
Article by Phoenix Writer Olivia Iorio ’26 Recently, Mr. Moran and Mr. Castelli have started a segment during morning announcements titled: “Theology of the Body Conversations.” During this segment, they stress the importance of Pope St. John Paul II’s encyclicals and how those lessons apply to our lives today. “Theology
Last Week at Mass
Last Week at Mass: A Mass and a Meet for Season’s End
November 8, 2021
Article by Phoenix writer Amir Jeudy ’22: At 9am in the middle of Sunken Meadow Park, hundreds of runners, middle school and high school alike, come together with their parents and coaches to pray before the races. The Mass, celebrated by Kellenberg’s Fr. Albert Bertoni, S.M., might be an odd
Last Week At Mass: Birthday Sunday
October 5, 2021
Article by Phoenix writer Isabel Connolly ’23: It was a 73º sunny day, perfect weather for a birthday. The sixteenth birthday has been heralded as some important stepping stone in an adolescent’s life. It’s this wonderful year where everything is supposed to happen. With it comes the idea of sweet
How Will They Know Us
Academics News
Students Send Shivers Down Your Spine at Fright Club
October 22, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Strauss ’25: On October 22, Bro. Peter Sennett, S.M., held a meeting for the creative writing contest Fright Club in room 122. Middle and high school students alike joined to share their ideas for horror short stories and get assistance from Bro. Peter to make
Kellenberg Seniors Attend Molloy Common Read
October 15, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Mika Accardi ’25: On Wednesday, October 9, ten Kellenberg seniors had the opportunity to visit Molloy University for Molloy’s annual freshman Common Read. Each year, Molloy assigns a book to their incoming freshmen class, after which the author of that book is invited to give a
Students Dominate the Courtroom at Yale Invitational
September 25, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: On September 13, the Kellenberg Mock Trial team set out on their first invitational of the year, the Yale Bulldog Invitational. The team skillfully delivered examinations of the witnesses, presented their case, and introduced evidence in their greatest attempt to prevail in the
Sophomores Attend Yearly Trip to Holocaust Museum
April 29, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: On April 19, many of our sophomores attended the Holocaust Museum in Glen Cove to learn about the history, experience, and persecution of Jewish people during World War II. The students got a tour of the museum and heard the story of Arnie
Firebird Crosswords
Firebird Crossword #7: All Saints!
November 18, 2025
PhoenixOnline’s FirebirdCrossword is a monthly puzzle produced by PhoenixOnline Editorial Staff. The FirebirdCrossword is designed for puzzle-lovers of all ages. Feel free to share the link or print the puzzle and do it the good-old-fashioned way!
Firebird Crossword #6: Movie Night
October 23, 2025
PhoenixOnline’s FirebirdCrossword is a monthly puzzle produced by PhoenixOnline Editorial Staff. The FirebirdCrossword is designed for puzzle-lovers of all ages. Feel free to share the link or print the puzzle and do it the good-old-fashioned way!
The Renaissance
An important extra facet of the academic life at Kellenberg Memorial is the literary magazine, Renaissance. Published twice a year in Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer issues, it contains the creative writings and artistic talents of students from grades six through twelve.
The creative voice heard in the poems, short stories, essays, and art is often unheard in the day-to-day work within the classroom.
Ekphrastic Poetry Challenge Co-Winner: Ararat
Poem by Aren Saraydarian ’26 O Ararat, thy pure and snow capped peak Shines brighter than the sun that beams above, Where Noah sent the
April 17, 2026
Ekphrastic Poetry Challenge Co-Winner: The Fallen Angel
Poem by Danielle Kercy ’26 Look at yourself: Your fiery hair, heated with passion, matted from your fight, once-graceful, dancing curls now-interlocked threads of flame
April 17, 2026
In a Friendship
Poem by Elizabeth Califano ’28 in a friendship there are days where alone grows colder and darker throughout the day my mind gets busier like
March 13, 2026
“Hollow Tears”
by Anthony Custodio-Pena ’26 One drop, one single torrent of water that lasts for a second, That’s all it takes, so simple, so small, yet
January 16, 2026
“Munchkins”
by Danielle Kercy ’26 “Bring back sprinkle munchkins!” I say to anyone who will listen. Dunkin’ Donuts used to sell plain munchkins covered in rainbow
January 9, 2026