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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

Home at Last: Varsity Homecoming Victory, 14-13
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

Game, Set, Match for Girls’ Varsity Tennis Champs
Article by Phoenix writer Jazmeen Osae-Kwapong ’26: After a series of hard fought matches against St. John the Baptist on October 8, the Kellenberg Girls’ Varsity A Tennis Team claimed a 4-3 victory and secured the NSCHSAA League Championship title. This win is monumental for the team because they were

Spirit Rally
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

Boys Varsity Volleyball — Truly Perfect
Article by Phoenix writer James Watkins ’26: The Boys Varsity Volleyball team rose to the occasion and made Kellenberg proud finishing with an undefeated spring 2025 regular season. The boys met their goals due to their unstoppable persistence and dedication to see a new version of themselves on the other
Activities News

Activity Breakfast Recognizes Student Involvement
Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: A breakfast to recognize students who have excelled in various activities and clubs was held on the morning of May 7. The millennium room event, hosted during homeroom, brought together a group of talented and dedicated students whose hard work and commitment stood

ETV Produces Coverage on Pope Leo XIV
Article by Phoenix writer Natalie Lezcano ’26: On May 8, Kellenberg Memorial High School students and faculty buzzed with excitement as the papal conclave announced the name of the new pope, Pope Leo XIV. In the hour leading up to the announcement, a few faculty members were granted the opportunity

Famous Meteorologist Visits KMHS
Article by Phoenix writer Ryleigh O’Neill ’28: Bill Korbel, a weatherman from News 12 Long Island, spoke to the Aviation Club at Kellenberg. There was a turnout of very dedicated future possible meteorologists. Bill Korbel had many inspiring topics to speak on, such as meteorology, predicting weather, and the importance

Culinary Club Visits CFN
Article by Phoenix writer Kylie Mummendey ’25: On March 20th, juniors in the Culinary Club had an amazing opportunity to visit the Catholic Faith Network for a behind-the-scenes tour of the studio and a personal cooking demo from Monsignor Jim Vlaun, CEO of The Catholic Faith Network and host of
Apostolic News

Kellenberg’s LIFE Team Travels to Catholic Underground
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: On Thursday October 3rd, 2024, Kellenberg and Chaminade’s Marianist LIFE teams journeyed into New York City where they experienced Catholic Underground. Hosted by the Franciscan Friars, Catholic Underground is held in response to Pope John Paul II’s call for youth evangelization. The LIFE

Christ Takes Center Stage at XLT
Article by Phoenix writer Keira Quigley ’26: On Wednesday October 2nd, Kellenberg students and faculty gathered for the first XLT of the 2024-2025 school year. XLT is a monthly religious activity that focuses on Eucharistic adoration and a witness talk from a member of the Kellenberg family. As always, XLT

Students Gather in Prayer for Rosary Prayer Service
Article by Phoenix writer Brianna Duroseau ’26: In honor of the Virgin Mary, Kellenberg held its annual Rosary Prayer Service on Friday, October 4. October is designated as a month to pay tribute to Our Lady of the Rosary. Kellenberg embraced this tradition as students and faculty united in prayer.

Kellenberg Celebrates Mrs. Dougherty’s Centennial
Article by Phoenix writer Caitlin Hanratty ’25: Kellenberg celebrated a very special 100th birthday earlier this month on September 11th. Mrs. Dougherty, a long time friend of Kellenberg, turned 100 this past September 11th. To celebrate, Bro. Kenneth Hoagland, S.M., planned a special birthday event for her. Early that morning,
Last Week at Mass

Last Week At Mass: A Therapeutic Lord
Article by Phoenix writer Nick Cortese ’23: As of late, I have been reflecting on myself quite a bit. People tend to downplay the idea of junior year being stressful until they get to junior year. Now, I’ve been having bad days here and there, one of such being this

Last Week At Mass: It’s Been A While
Article by Phoenix writer Angelo Tsassis ’22: Honestly, I was a bit nervous to come back after such a long time. Each Sunday, I thought to myself, I should really get back to Church this week. But no, there was always some obligation I had that was more important at

Last Week at Mass: A Mass and a Meet for Season’s End
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
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

PhoenixOnline Initiates New Lifestyle Section
Article by Phoenix writer Mary O’Brien ’27: On October 1st, 2025, the Editorial Staff of PhoenixOnline made a groundbreaking decision. After much thinking and debating, PhoenixOnline has chosen to discontinue our opinion-based articles, “But What do I Know?” In our ever divided world, it is difficult to share opinions without offense. Unfortunately, it is challenging for us young journalists to write opinions that interest people without contributing to that divide. The truth is that we as the school newspaper for a Catholic high school really only have one perspective. Even though we are all different as people, we are united under one central identity: Catholicism. In John 13:35, Jesus tells us, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, that you love one another.” In this passage Jesus’ disciples are wondering how they will be recognized as Christians. He explains to them that Love is what distinguishes us.
Academics News

Poetry Is Alive and Well at Kellenberg
Article by Phoenix writer Keira Quigley ’26: Poetry Week, an annual week-long event sponsored by the English department, was held from April 28 to May 2 this year. During Poetry Week multiple events were hosted by various English Department teachers after school. Mrs. Tochelli hosted an event called Rhyming Rendezvous,

Senior Writers Focus on Journaling
Article by Phoenix writer Michaela Dennean ’25: “Staring at the blank page before you…” Above is easily one of the most instantly recognizable lyrics of the 2000s. “Unwritten” by Natasha Bedingfield acted as a powerful ballad for young and old, and it continues to be a hit today, over twenty

Junior History Trip Sparks Appreciation for the U.S.
Article by Phoenix writer Mary O’Brien ’27: From Washington’s Headquarters to West Point Academy: On October 18th, the class of 2026 made their own trip down the Hudson on an academic journey to broaden their knowledge of American History. Leaving Kellenberg at 6:15, the 42 sleepy juniors made their first

Students Send Shivers Down Your Spine at Fright Club
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
Firebird Crosswords

Firebird Crossword #6: Movie Night
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.
The Renaissance: “Mourning Dove” by Danielle Kercy ’26
Mourning Dove by Danielle Kercy ’26 Its cheeks are round with youth, and its eyes are wide with innocence, Bringing me to recall my
The Renaissance, “Miles” by Elizabeth Califano, ‘28
Miles by Elizabeth Califano, ‘28 You’re close to me because my heart holds you there holds a house for you with a freshly made
The Renaissance, “Eden” by Aren Saraydarian ’26
“Eden” by Aren Saraydarian ’26 Beyond the depths and pits of earthly grief, A pasture lies with treasures yet unseen, With trees and bushes each

The Renaissance, Artwork by Lauren Reyes ’26, “New Friends”
Artwork by Lauren Reyes ’26, “New Friends”
The Renaissance, “The Road of Friendship” by Theresa Stender ‘29
The Road of Friendship by Theresa Stender ’29 The road of friendship is difficult to know because sometimes it lasts a lifetime while sometimes it


 
                     
                     
                     
                     
                    