Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Federico ’24: On Saturday, January 14th, Kellenberg Memorial High School’s wrestling team competed in the 12th Annual Ed Solosky Wrestling Tournament. The tournament is named after former Kellenberg athletic director, teacher, and coach, Ed Solosky, who passed away in 2011. Kellenberg hosted the meet and ended the day with a…
Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24: For the first time in six years, the General Council of the Society of Mary visited Kellenberg as well as other Marianist schools in the Province of Meribah. This council is made up of four members from all around the world: Fr. André Fétis, SM, from France; Fr.…
Article by Phoenix writer Allison Cortese ’26: On January 20, the Latin School students enjoyed their night in a winter wonderland at the Latin School Winter Dance. The dance took place in the cafeteria, which was transformed into a dance floor for the night. Fun festivities included snacks, drinks, and a photo station with props…
Article by Phoenix writer James Coats ’23: When I first was asked to help with a boys soccer camp in Nicaragua, my mind was flooded with doubts. Could I afford the trip? How would I make up a week’s worth of school work? Would I be safe? Would the Nicaraguan boys like me? However, reflecting…
Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24 Boys JV Basketball Continues Their Legendary Run with Their 9th Straight Victory Over St. Dominic’s The Boys JV Basketball team continued their undefeated season with a win over St. Dominic’s High School on January 19th, bringing their league record to 9 wins and 0 losses. The boys started…
Article by Phoenix writer Justin McKenzie ’24: On Saturday, Kellenberg played in a back and forth battle at the annual Tom Crotty Classic. The Tom Crotty Classic is held to commemorate Tom Crotty, who played for Maria Regina from 1973 to 1977, and tragically passed away during the 9/11 attacks. Kellenberg welcomed Fordham Prep to…
Article and artwork by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: Five years ago, I witnessed a display of glorious athleticism first-hand. I sat solemnly in the Yankee Stadium bleachers as Baltimore Oriole Mark Trumbo blasted a grand slam. The fans of the city that never sleeps nearly fell into slumber. Their beloved franchise faced a 9-1…
Article by Phoenix writer Paulina Barnjak ’24: On Saturday, January 14th, members of the Adele Club and Junior C.R.O.S.S., accompanied by Mr. Krug, Mrs. Page, and Mrs. Gaspe, attended a retreat for “A Weekend for Single Women” hosted by the Little Sisters of the Poor, at their novitiate house, in Queens Village. The students were…
Article by Phoenix writer Nick Cortese ’23: On Wednesday, January 11, Kellenberg alumna Meaghan Ledetsch returned to campus to host the annual Presentation on Death and Dying to the senior class. Ledetsch is a member of the class of 2005 and has since become a trained nurse with specific focus on cardiac care. Seniors gathered…
Article by Phoenix writer Grace Garcia ’23: It was a sun-filled day and Olivia Jungkunst ‘25 was looking forward to the challenge of running up and down the soccer field in a competitive match with her team. As the ball was passed to Olivia, she felt a burst of energy. She ran faster, and with…