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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
Cheer Team Gets Fired Up at Nationals
April 7, 2025
Article by Phoenix writer Mika Accardi ’25: On Wednesday, February 5th, the Varsity Cheerleading Team flew to Orlando, Florida for their annual trip to Nationals. The team spent six months preparing for their most important week of the season. They have performed in traditional and game day style. Their hard
Boy’s Varsity Track Earns the “All State” Title
April 3, 2025
Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25, Victoria Vakser ’26, and Sophia Venturino ’26: On March 8, Kellenberg’s Boys Track and Field team competed at the New York State Federation Championships. The team was one of only two Long Island Schools to qualify for the 4×200 relay and the highest
Kellenberg Dedicates Softball Field to Coach Ken Conrade
April 3, 2025
Article by Phoenix writer Grace Andino ’25: On Saturday, March 22, Kellenberg blessed and unveiled the new Ken Conrade Softball Field. After 2 years of construction, Kellenberg’s new softball field, located on what was once St. John’s field, now serves as the center for the ever-advancing softball program at Kellenberg.
Varsity Wrestlers Make History
March 20, 2025
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Strauss ’25: The Kellenberg Wrestling team made Firebird history from February 28 to March 1, having two wrestlers place top six in the New York State Federation Championship for the first time in program history. Seniors “Juggernaut” Jonathan Hoffman and Elijah “Conquering” Carrington traveled to
Activities News
Troop 87 Hosts St. Carlo Acutis Event
November 4, 2025
Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Michel ’27: Kellenberg Boy Scout Troop 87 hosted the viewing of Carlo Acutis: Roadmap To Reality, a 2025 documentary directed by Tim Moriarty and Christian Surtz, on Friday, September 12 in the Kellenberg Memorial Auditorium. The screening was a massive success. Marianist Life team member
Activity Breakfast Recognizes Student Involvement
June 3, 2025
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
June 2, 2025
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
May 13, 2025
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
Apostolic News
GIC Teaches Students the Joy of Giving
December 10, 2024
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)
Junior/Senior Evening of Recollection Renewed for 2024-25 School Year
November 26, 2024
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
Latin School Students Participate in Annual Witness Day
November 14, 2024
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
Continuing a LIFE of Service
November 14, 2024
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.
Last Week at Mass
LWAM: The Opportunity of a Lifetime
January 9, 2025
Article by Phoenix writer Grace Andino ’25: “Are you interested in becoming a Eucharistic Minister?” The bolded letters on the front of St. Thomas the Apostle’s Church bulletin made my heart jump. Though an 8-year-old me who received her Sacraments of Initiation and altar served for St. Thomas would have
LWAM: Trusting What I Can’t Change
December 3, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: On Sunday, November 17, I decided to end my weekend with my home parish’s evening mass. This is the first mass I’ve attended fully in a while. As the priest started talking, it seemed like a normal mass, but as he continued it
LWAM: Make the Time
October 10, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Kevin Kirley ’25: Walking into St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre on Sunday, September 24 was a cathartic experience. I didn’t expect the church to be as full as it was: there were dozens of families, Moms bringing their kids from a soccer game, filling up
Last Week At Mass: Goat or Sheep?
December 7, 2023
Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: Something I have always struggled with is judgment. Especially in this society of scrutiny, I find myself passing judgment on others far too often. I would deem somebody bad for spreading rumors or for breaking rules. I would deem someone good for helping
How Will They Know Us
Academics News
Poetry Week Celebration Lifts Up Student Body
April 24, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24: Kellenberg celebrated Poetry Week from April 15-19 as part of National Poetry Month. As the halls bustled, students scribbled lines from their favorite poems and penciled in finishing touches to their original pieces. The English department hosted an Open Mic on Thursday, April
Students Offered Construction and Project Management Course
January 31, 2024
Article by Phoenix writer Cassandra Odudukudu ’24: From the construction of the Firebird Center of the Arts & Athletics, an innovative idea emerged: the Construction and Project Management Course. This course, run by Mr. Kenneth Conrade, is a fairly new elective at Kellenberg that started last summer with the beginning
Academic Achievement Recognized At Annual Awards Assembly
November 2, 2023
Article by Phoenix writer Keira Quigley ’26: On Tuesday, October 24th, sophomores, juniors, and seniors with outstanding academic achievements were honored at the annual Academic Awards Assembly. This assembly included students receiving pins for being on the Honor Roll, badges for having perfect attendance, and inducting new students into the
Students Shine In Advanced Labs Program
September 22, 2021
Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24: The Advanced Labs Program is an after-school STEM group at Kellenberg where any high schooler in grades 9-12 can join in on college level labs that prepare them for what they will experience in college. “It made me appreciate science and all that
Firebird Crosswords
Firebird Crossword #7: All Saints!
November 18, 2025
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Firebird Crossword #6: Movie Night
October 23, 2025
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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.
“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
December 8, 2025
The Renaissance: “heal the hurt” by Elizabeth Califano, ’28
heal the hurt by Elizabeth Califano, ’28 sometimes it’s hard for me to understand myself to understand my own thoughts to speak them out
December 8, 2025
The Renaissance: “Painting of a Castle” by Elizabeth Kalin Tynan, ’26
“Painting of a Castle” by Elizabeth Kalin Tynan, ’26
November 18, 2025