2023-2024 School Profile

2023-2024 SCHOOL PROFILE

ESTABLISHED IN

1987 135

FACULTY MEMBERS

12

MARIANIST RELIGIOUS

GRADES TAUGHT

6-12

OUR MISSION Kellenberg Memorial, which is owned and operated by the brothers and priests of the Marianist Community, supports students as they journey in their Catholic faith, helping them develop both the insight and the resources to build the community around them. The school’s administration and faculty instill a love of learning while challenging the students academically, cultivating critical thinking skills, analytical skills, and intellectual curiosity using a time tested liberal arts curriculum.

Kellenberg Memorial is deeply committed to serving the needs of others. This commitment to service is symbolic of our Blessed Mother, Mary, whose service to the Church opens up our relationship to Jesus Christ.

SCHOOL OVERVIEW Private, independent, Catholic school Located near the middle of Nassau County, Long Island on a 21-acre campus Exclusively college preparatory curriculum with specific academic programs Admission based on the Test for Admission into Catholic High School.

All students are supplied with an iPad in lieu of traditional textbooks.

The Firebird Arts and Athletics Center coming soon Financial constraints do not permit any special academic programs or modifications of the required curriculum. 

SENIORS IN THE CLASS OF 2023

485

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TOTAL ENROLLMENT

2054

% OF THE CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATING

100

TOTAL NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

3,648

AMOUNT IN SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

$48,500,000

TUITION FOR 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

$12,975 (HIGH SCHOOL) $12,675 (LATIN SCHOOL) THERE ARE NO ADDITIONAL FEES.

ADMINISTRATION Bro. Kenneth Hoagland, S.M. Principal principalsoffice@kellenberg.org Mrs. Angela Cameron Assistant Principal for Academics mrscameron@kellenberg.org Mr. James O’Brien Assistant Principal for Admissions mrobrien@kellenberg.org

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ACCREDITATION Board of Regents of the State of New York and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

KELLENBERG GRADUATES These students demonstrate the foundational elements of an education imbued with the Marianist charism alongside the grammar, logic, rhetoric trivium as evidenced by their academics, affective behavior, leadership and service, and spirituality.

1400 Glenn Curtiss Blvd.

Uniondale, NY 11553 516-292-0200

GUIDANCE STAFF Mrs. Ruth Marconi Assistant Principal of Guidance mrsmarconi@kellenberg.org Fr. Albert Bertoni, S.M. Director of Guidance, Emeritus fralbert@kellenberg.org COLLEGE PLACEMENT STAFF Miss Erin Ronan College Placement Coordinator missronan@kellenberg.org Mrs. Gabrielle Stephan College Admissions Liasion mrsstephan@kellenberg.org Mr. Kevin Dugal College Placement Office Liasion mrdugal@kellenberg.org

www.kellenberg.org

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF THE KELLENBERG CURRICULUM

All Kellenberg students take a full academic load of collegepreparatory courses. Each Kellenberg student will take four years of English, mathematics, religion, history, and science(i.e. up to Physics). Please see graphic for world ACADEMIC I 3 Years of language World Language requirements.

1 Year of College Writing Students will also take one year of computer, health, music, and art.

HONORS 4 Years of World Language

ALL GRADES

ACADEMIC II

HONORS 4 Years of World Language

English Composition course 2 Years World Language 1 Year College Writing

CLASS OF 2024

ACADEMIC ALL GRADES

3 Years of World Language 1 Year of College Writing

CLASSES OF 2025-2027

UNIQUE ACADEMIC INITIATIVES COLLEGE CREDIT COURSES

Students in all academic programs can elect to take college credits from the following institutions: St. John’s University, Farmingdale State College, Hofstra University, and Molloy University. Courses include: American History II, Calculus I, Calculus II, Art Portfolio Preparation, College Writing, English Literature, Physics, Christian Existence, Latin, American Sign Language, Environmental Studies, French, Spanish, Astronomy, Geology, Sports Medicine and Engineering.

BUSINESS COURSES

In partnership with Molloy College, students participate in a hybrid course that provides college credits in an after school setting. A variety of methods, including online learning platforms, allow for individualized pacing and instruction.

ENRICHMENT & ELECTIVE COURSES

Students can take elective courses in Computer Science, Astronomy, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Forensics, Geology, Health Sciences, Sports Medicine, Calculus I, Calculus II, Pre-Calculus, Statistics & Finance, International Studies, Adavanced Computer Applications, Digital Media, Music Theory, and Art Portfolio Preparation. Additionally, a student can also take band, chorus, or orchestra during the school day.

SCIENCE SEMINARS

A unique opportunity that cultivates scientific literacy, interdisciplinary study, and open-ended laboratory investigation for high achieving science students . Courses include: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

EMT PROGRAM

In collaboration with the Nassau County Emergency Medical Services Academy, this program offers students an opportunity to become a New York State Certified Emergency Medical Technician.

LABORATORY ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Offered to select, high achieving senior students who are interested in a career in science, this role develops leadership skills by full immersion in the Lab experience across grade levels.

STEM

All 21 Science Teachers are members of STANYS - Science Teachers Association of New York State.

Department Coordinators are members of NSTA - the National Science Teacher Association. Robust after school programs foster individual pathways that complement classroom instruction. Clubs include: • Academic Quiz Bowl • Amateur Radio Club • Business & Finance Club • Computer Club • C.S.I. Club • EMT Training Program • Environmental Club • Educational Television Service • Health Sciences Club

• Laboratory Squad • Mathematics Club • Psychology Club • Robotics Club • Science Olympiad Team • Website and Social Media Club • Woodworking Club • Professional In-House Presentations

GRADES, RANKINGS, & HONOR ROLL All grades and rankings are reported numerically. 65 is the passing grade. Both grades and rankings are unweighted. Rankings are cumulative and are generated at the conclusion of Junior Year.

Students who achieve an average of 85% (84.5%) or better over the course of the year have their names listed on the Kellenberg Memorial Honor Roll. The Kellenberg Memorial Chapter of the National Honor Society seeks to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate leadership, and to encourage the development of good character. Juniors and Seniors who achieve an average of 85% (84.5%) or better and participate in at least 2 activities or sports qualify to become a member of the National Honor Society.

STANDARDIZED TESTING

PSAT Sophomores PSAT and SAT I Juniors SAT I and ACT Seniors Students are welcome to take Advanced Placement tests in May.

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMS

Comprehensive exams are administered in each major subject, constituting 30% of final grades. Regents Exams are not administered.

ACTIVITIES Kellenberg Memorial sponsors over 80 Co-curricular and Extracurricular clubs and activities. 90% of all high school students participate in at least one club or one sport.

71% of the high school students participate in one or more of these clubs and activities.

Participation in extracurricular clubs and activities is an essential part of the Kellenberg Memorial experience. Some of the activities are: COCURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Art Guild • Bag Pipe Club • Band • Book Club • Chamber Music Society • Chorus • Fiddle Club • History Club • Jazz Band • Jazz Choir • Language Clubs • Literary Magazine (Renaissance) • Model UN • Mock Trial • Orchestra • Pep Band • Pit Band • Speech and Debate Club

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Auditorium Service • Bookstore Staff • Chess Club • Communications Club • Crafts Club • Culinary Club • Divisional Newspaper • Drama Club • General Student Organization • Guitar Club • Hiking Club • National Honor Society • National Junior Honor Society • Newspaper (Phoenix) • Photography Club • Yearbook (Blue & Gold)

ATHLETICS Kellenberg Memorial sponsors 60 official interscholastic athletic teams. 61% of all high school students participate in at least one sport. Furthermore, a large number of students participate in intramural programs. The Marianist Philosophy as it pertains to Athletics is “Educate the whole student - Heart, Mind, and the Body.” Kellenberg athletic teams participate in arguably the most competitive athletic leagues in the country, using state of the art athletic facilities. The teams include: INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES • Hockey - boys • Baseball - boys • Lacrosse - girls & boys • Basketball - girls & boys • Soccer - girls & boys • Bowling - girls & boys • Softball - girls • Cheerleading - girls • Swimming - girls & boys • Crew - girls & boys • Cross Country - girls & boys • Tennis - girls & boys • Track - girls & boys • Dance Team - girls • Volleyball - girls & boys • Football - boys • Wrestling - boys • Golf - girls & boys

ATHLETIC CLUBS • Archery Club • Blue and Gold • Equestrian Club • Fitness Club • Girls Golf Club • Managers Club • Rugby Club • Senior Spirit Committee • Surf Club • Tennis Club

90%

of students participate in at least 1 sport or activity

71%

of students participate in more than 1 sport or activity

52%

of students participate in more than 1 activity

LEADING THROUGH SERVICE In addition to the academic and extracurricular programs at Kellenberg Memorial, students also share in a faith experience within the context of a Catholic school community. All activities, both inside and outside of the classroom, are carried out in the spirit of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Through the spiritual dimension of their education, students grow into mature, Christian men and women. Retreat Programs are held in Emmanuel Retreat House on campus, at Stella Maris Retreat House in Islip, New York and at Founder’s Hollow, a Marianist Retreat facility in upstate New York. The following programs contribute to the faith dimension: • Community Marianist Leaders • Retreat Staff • Community Service • Sacristans • C.R.O.S.S. Divisions • Sodality • Daily Morning Mass • S.M.A.R.T. (St. Martin’s Afterschool Recreation & Tutoring) • S.A.L.T. (Service, Allegiance, Leadership, Teamwork) • Divisional Prayer Services • St. Cecilia’s Recording Club • Eucharistic Ministers • St. Thomas Aquinas League • Founders Keepers • Ushers • Gregorian Consortium • XLT • Jubilee Choir • Parish Religious Education Program No service hours are required for students, yet 65% of students participate in a service activity, both at school and with outside organizations. Leadership is cultivated through service, and as students reach their junior and senior years, many opportunities arise to assume leadership roles within the school community.

42%

of students participate in both sports & activities

COLLEGES THE CLASS OF 2021 WERE ACCEPTED TO 100% of Kellenberg Memorial High School Graduates are Accepted to a 4-Year College. 5,527 college applications were processed for the Class of 2021, that is, an average of 11.16 applications per senior.

College-Western Campus Oklahoma State UniversityLoyola University Maryland Adelphi University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Suffolk University Main Campus Lycoming College University of Akron Main Campus University-Daytona Beach SUNY Brockport Old Dominion University Lynn University University of Alabama at Emerson College SUNY Buffalo State Oral Roberts University Maine Maritime Academy Birmingham Emmanuel College SUNY College of Agriculture and Pace University, New York University of Maine The University of Alabama Emory & Henry College Technology at Cobleskill City Campus Manhattan College Albany College of Pharmacy and Endicott College SUNY Cortland Pace University, Westchester Manhattanville College Health Sciences Fairfield University SUNY College of Environmental Campus Marist College Albright College Fairleigh Dickinson Science and Forestry University of the Pacific Alfred State College University-Metropolitan Campus Marquette University Palm Beach Atlantic University SUNY College at Geneseo University of MarylandAlfred University Farmingdale State College SUNY Morrisville Pennsylvania State College Park Alvernia University Fashion Institute of Technology SUNY College at Old Westbury Marymount Manhattan College University-Penn State AMDA College of the Performing Ferrum College SUNY Oneonta Main Campus Marymount University Arts - Los Angeles Five Towns College SUNY College at Potsdam Pennsylvania State Marywood University American University Flagler College University-Penn State Harrisburg SUNY College of Technology Massachusetts College of Anna Maria College Florida Agricultural and at Canton Pennsylvania State Pharmacy and Appalachian State University Mechanical University University-Penn State Scranton SUNY College of Technology Health Sciences Arcadia University Florida Atlantic University at Delhi University of Pennsylvania Massachusetts Maritime Arizona State University-Tempe Florida Gulf Coast University SUNY at Fredonia Pepperdine University Academy University of Arkansas Florida Institute of Technology University of Pittsburgh-Bradford SUNY Maritime College University of MassachusettsAssumption University Florida Memorial University SUNY College at Oswego University of PittsburghAmherst Auburn University Florida Southern College SUNY College at Plattsburgh Pittsburgh Campus University of MassachusettsAve Maria University Florida State University SUNY Polytechnic Institute Plymouth State University Boston Baldwin Wallace University University of Florida Susquehanna University Pratt Institute-Main University of MassachusettsCUNY Bernard M Baruch College Fordham University Syracuse University Princeton University Lowell Baylor University Franciscan University of The University of Tampa Providence College McDaniel College Belmont Abbey College Steubenville Temple University SUNY at Purchase College McKendree University Belmont University Franklin and Marshall College Purdue University-Main Campus The University of CUNY Medgar Evers College Bentley University Franklin Pierce University Tennessee-Knoxville CUNY Queens College Mercer University Binghamton University George Mason University Queens University of Charlotte Texas Christian University Mercy College CUNY Borough of Manhattan Georgetown University Texas State University CUNY Queensborough Mercyhurst University Community College Georgia Institute of Texas Tech University Community College Boston College Technology-Main Campus Merrimack College The George Washington Quinnipiac University Messiah University Boston University Georgia Southern University University Radford University Miami Dade College Bridgewater State University Georgia State University The New School Regis College Miami University, Oxford CUNY Brooklyn College University of Georgia Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Ohio State UniversityUniversity of Miami Bryant University Georgian Court University Main Campus University of Rhode Island Michigan State University Bucknell University Gettysburg College Thomas Jefferson University University of Richmond University of MichiganButler University Gordon College Towson University Rider University Ann Arbor Cal Poly Greensboro College Tulane University of Louisiana Ringling College of Art University of MinnesotaThe Catholic University Hampton University University of Tulsa and Design Twin Cities of America University of Hartford United States Merchant Roanoke College Misericordia University Cazenovia College Hartwick College Marine Academy Rochester Institute of Mississippi Gulf Coast Central Connecticut State Harvard University University at Albany, SUNY Technology Community College University University of Hawaii at Manoa University at Buffalo University of Rochester University of Mississippi University of Central Florida Hawaii Pacific University University of Lynchburg Roger Williams University Molloy University Central State University High Point University Utica University Rollins College Monmouth University Chaminade University Hilbert College Vaughn College of Aeronautics of Honolulu Hobart William Smith Colleges Monroe College-New Rochelle Rutgers University-Camden and Technology Rutgers UniversityThe University of Montana Chapman University Hofstra University University of Vermont New Brunswick Montclair State University College of Charleston Hollins University Villanova University Sacred Heart University Moore College of Art and Design Chestnut Hill College Holy Cross College Virginia Commonwealth Saint Anselm College Moravian University University of CincinnatiCollege of the Holy Cross University Saint Francis University Morehouse College Main Campus Hood College Virginia Tech Saint Joseph's University Morgan State University Citadel Military College of Hope College Virginia Union University Saint Leo University Mount Holyoke College South Carolina Howard University University of VirginiaSalve Regina University Mount Saint Mary College CUNY City College CUNY Hunter College Main Campus College of Mount Saint Vincent University of San Diego Claflin University Husson University Wagner College Savannah College of Art & Mount Saint Mary's University Clark Atlanta University Immaculata University Wake Forest University Design - SCAD Mount St. Mary's University Clark University Indiana Tech Walsh University University of Scranton Clarkson University Indiana University-Bloomington Muhlenberg College Washington and Lee University Seattle Pacific University Nassau Community College Clemson University Iona University Washington University Seton Hall University Nazareth College Coastal Carolina University University of Iowa in St Louis Seton Hill University New England Institute Colby-Sawyer College Ithaca College University of WashingtonShenandoah University of Technology The College of Saint Rose James Madison University Seattle Campus Siena College University of New England University of Colorado Boulder John Carroll University Wellesley College Skidmore College University of New Haven Colorado State UniversityCUNY John Jay College of Wells College Smith College The College of New Jersey Fort Collins Criminal Justice New York Institute of Technology South Carolina State University Wentworth Institute Commonwealth University Johnson & Wales of Technology University of South Bloomsburg, Lock University-Charlotte New York University Wesleyan University Carolina-Columbia Niagara University Haven and Mansfield Johnson & Wales West Chester University University of South FloridaUniversity of Connecticut University-Providence North Carolina A & T of Pennsylvania Main Campus State University Coppin State University Juniata College West Virginia University Southern Connecticut State University of North Carolina Cornell College Kansas State University Western Connecticut University at Charlotte Cornell University University of Kansas State University Southern Methodist University University of North CarolinaCreighton University Keene State College Western New England University Southwestern University Wilmington CUNY New York City Keiser University Westminster College Spelman College College of Technology Flagship Campus, FL North Carolina Central Widener University Springfield College University The City University of Kennesaw State University Wilkes University North Carolina State University St Bonaventure University New York - CUNY University of Kentucky William & Mary St. Francis College at Raleigh Curry College Keystone College Williams College St. John Fisher University University of North Dakota University of Dallas King's College Wingate University St. John's University-New York Northeastern University Dartmouth College The King's College University of Wisconsin-Madison St. Joseph's University, New York Norwich University University of Dayton La Salle University - Long Island Campus Woodbury University Notre Dame College Delaware State University Lafayette College Worcester Polytechnic Institute St. Joseph's University Notre Dame of Maryland Delaware Valley University Lawrence University Xavier University New York University University of Delaware Le Moyne College Xavier University of Louisiana St. Mary's University University of Notre Dame DePaul University Lehigh University York College of Pennsylvania St. Thomas Aquinas College Nova Southeastern University DeSales University CUNY Lehman College CUNY York College State University of New York Occidental College Dickinson College Lesley University at New Paltz Ohio University-Main Campus Drexel University Lincoln University College of Staten Island CUNY Duquesne University Long Island University-Post Stevens Institute of Technology East Carolina University Louisiana State University Stonehill College East Stroudsburg University University of Louisville Stony Brook University of Pennsylvania Loyola Marymount University Suffolk County Community Elon University Loyola University Chicago