Students

“Let’s Walk, Let’s Talk” – About Mental Health

April 25, 2024 4:31 PM

Article by Phoenix writers Michelle Paszek ’24 and Brooke Oldenborg ’26: On Thursday, April 25 from 3:15 to 3:45 P.M., the Body, Mind, & Heart Club hosted the “Let’s Walk, Let’s Talk” outdoor event in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Over 100 students and 10 faculty members joined together on Matthew Field to walk the track, spread awareness on mental health matters, and make participants more aware of the realities surrounding them. Mr. Lyons,

Ryan Greenberg Talks EMS with Students

April 24, 2024 4:09 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Cassandra Odudukudu ’24: After months of anticipation, New York State EMS Director Ryan Greenberg spoke to students interested in the field of emergency medicine on Wednesday, April 17 in the chorus room. His presentation focused on his own experiences in the field, the future of EMS, and the basics needed to kick start a career in pre-health. Greenberg’s journey to EMS leadership served as a testament to the importance of networking

Kellenberg Celebrates the Eucharist with Family and Friends

April 24, 2024 3:55 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: Last month, Kellenberg hosted two communion breakfasts for all grades to partake in. The first breakfast was held on March 17 for the sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth graders, and the second was held on March 24 for Kellenberg’s sophomores and upperclassmen. The younger-classmen and their families participated in a beautiful mass said by Fr. Thomas Cardone, S.M., which was followed by breakfast. The special guest speaker of

Pipe Band’s Debut at St. Patrick’s Day Parade

April 16, 2024 4:39 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Strauss ’25: For the first time, the Kellenberg Memorial Pipe Band marched their way into the NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 16. The Pipe Band sent ten of their players to march in the parade. Joining the students were Mr. Collins and Mr. Lynch, the moderators of the Pipe Band, and two former members of the Kellenberg Pipe Band, Anthony Schumacher 23’ and Mary Moore 23’. The

Kellenberg Celebrates Black History Month with Family Feud

March 18, 2024 5:18 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Grace Andino ’25: In honor of Black History Month, the One Heart, One Mind, Many Cultures Club hosted its very own Family Feud on February 12, 2024. The club brought this iconic game show to the Millennium room where students and faculty had the opportunity to learn more about Black culture. Club members teamed up into families and went head-to-head for victory by fiercely answering questions about Black historical icons, figures,

Michelle Paszek Shines as National Merit Finalist

March 13, 2024 4:32 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: Imagine standing in a room with 3.8 million students. That’s how many graduating seniors there are each year. Less than 1% of these students get to become finalists in the National Merit Scholarship program. This however, was no match or concern for senior Michelle Paszek. As a junior, it was time for Michelle to participate in the daunting task of the PSAT/SAT season. On a cold October school