Article by Nicholas Cortese ’23: When compared to other clubs, Model United Nations is relatively new to Kellenberg, and certainly one of the most popular activities among students. While this year has altered our lifestyles, Model UN still runs strong with few adjustments made. For those familiar with the United Nations, the club seems self-explanatory:…
Article by Mary O’Connor ’21: The week of October 18, Kellenberg Memorial began running sophomore retreats in the new retreat house, Stella Maris, for the 2020-2021 school year. As with Kellenberg’s in-school system, this year’s retreats follow a special protocol to ensure the safety of Kellenberg students and staff. The retreat is limited to two…
Article by Edward Jansen ’21: With Kellenberg’s cohort strategy, students have been able to spend time with friends, get work done, and stay healthy. With this system, some of our clubs have been able to take place, whether it be virtually, outdoors, or in limited space. Band is especially difficult in these dark times. Instructors…
Article by Nicholas Cortese ’23: In an effort to mitigate the effect of Covid-19 on student athletics, Kellenberg Memorial has converted its football team from the traditional eleven on eleven tackle football squad into a seven on seven flag football team. On Sunday, October 25th, The Firebirds took flight in a matchup against longtime rival…
Article by Mary O’Connor ’21: During the months of July and August, the teachers and faculty of Kellenberg Memorial ran over 85 free virtual courses to students in the Latin School and High School for Firebirds stuck at home this summer. Courses ranged from academic, in which students would broaden their knowledge on topics taught…
Article by Grace Catinella ’21: Over the last 7-8 months, our lives have all been altered in some pretty big ways. One group in particular has been hit especially hard by these changes – our Kellenberg student athletes. With new rules and regulations governing our ways of life, the athletic administration has worked around the…
Article by Edward Goodyear ’21: August 1, 2020 marked the 45th yearly release of the Common Application. Used by colleges and universities throughout the nation and even internationally, the Common App is not a light undertaking for rising seniors to take on. One of the most daunting aspects of the Common Application is the 650-word…
Article by Hailey Pitcher, ’21: Kellenberg Firebirds walked into school on a brisk September day, socially distant and with smiles on their faces, eager to get back to in-person learning by adopting the “cohort” classroom structure. Also offering remote and hybrid learning opportunities, Kellenberg welcomed back in-person learning with socially distant cohorts. The Latin School…
Article by Phoenix writer Edward Jansen ’21: A few months ago, a friend of mine sent me a link to a music video by Brooklyn pastor Hezekiah Walker. It was for a modern-day Gospel song called “Every Praise.” In the video, Pastor Hezekiah is standing in the middle of a town square, eyes turned to…
Article by Phoenix writer Mary O’Connor ’21: Kellenberg’s student-run newspaper, The Phoenix, was recently honored by the New York Press Association for their contribution to high school journalism. Senior Editor Isabella Nieminen won first place for “Best Feature Story.” The judges commented on her “lively writing” with “solid information.” Editor Angelo Tsassis ‘22 took home…
