Students

Senior Class Departs with the Faith

June 12, 2025 8:10 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: The Senior class was once again brought together to celebrate the traditional Final Senior Prayer Service and annual Blue and Gold Yearbook Dedication Ceremony. The prayer service emphasized all of the religious tools that Kellenberg has given its Seniors. Reflections from Fr. Daniel Griffin, S.M., and Fr. Thomas Cardone, S.M., followed multiple prayers and readings from various members of the faculty. Perhaps the most resonant point of all

2025 Visits Disney for Annual Trip

June 11, 2025 1:27 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: The Class of 2025 embarked on the highly anticipated Disney Trip on the first weekend of May. The trip featured six different theme parks, two private events, and endless amounts of fun. The class was divided into four flights, the earliest of which leaving as early as 2:30 AM from the FCAA. Straight from the airport, students entered Hollywood Studios. The park featured Toy Story Land, Star Wars:

Firebirds Defeat Chaminade for NSCHAA Championship

June 4, 2025 3:36 PM

With a walk-off hit in the eighth inning, the Kellenberg Varsity Baseball team clinched a 3-2 victory over Chaminade on May 27 to claim the NSCHSAA League Championship title in a ceremoniously grand fashion at Hofstra University. In the bottom of the extra frame, sophomore Andrew Noe struck the clutch game-winning hit with two outs and the bases loaded. The lefty-batting Noe stepped to the plate and delivered a walk-off hit to right field. Firebird

Homeroom Connections Builds the Bridge of Interpersonal Relations

June 3, 2025 6:41 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: Homeroom Connections, a new addition to Kellenberg’s various assemblies, were introduced for the first time this school year. Designed to build community and encourage student bonding, these assemblies added 18 extra minutes to the usual homeroom period on select days throughout the year. In this short amount of time, students were able to relax and kick off their school day in a fun way with games and activities.

ETV Produces Coverage on Pope Leo XIV

June 2, 2025 6:34 PM

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 to host a watch party, where they provided useful information on the papal candidates, and highlighted Pope Francis’ achievements and legacy. This live stream was

Sophomores Visit Gatsby Setting

May 28, 2025 4:06 PM

Article by Phoenix writer Mary O’Brien ’27: After all the sophomore English classes read “The Great Gatsby”, by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Thirty members of the sophomore class took a field trip to the West Egg and East Egg of Long Island on April 30. The students were accompanied by Miss Green and Mr. Brown, who pointed out important landmarks along the way. The group traveled through West Egg and East Egg. In the novel, East