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Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.
Kennedy’s Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18
Vending machine sign reads VENDING MACHINES ARE NOT ACTIVE UNTIL 3:00 PM DAILY, a change we are unsure about the duration of.
Vending Machine Shutdown Divides The Torch Staff
CRCSD is removing shortened Fridays for students.
The Transition From a Half-Day of Freedom to Full-Day Commitment
Flyer posted in Kennedy hallway containing information for the blood drive.
Student Government to Host a Blood Drive April 25
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Sophomore Isaac Davis takes a shot at the goal.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Competes at Coe College on March 30
Senior Jennifer Phillips tosses the ball as she starts the match.
Girls Tennis Swings Into a New Season
The Kennedy Varsity Girls Soccer Team high fives opposing school after the match.
Photos: Varsity Girls Soccer Ties First Match against Prairie
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
Kennedys student section turn up in a Green Out to support players, cheering over a made shot.
“It’s Just a Part of the Game”: Addressing Kennedy Student Section Behavior
Linn-Mar High Schools 10th Street Edition
Show Choir Reviews: 10th Street Edition and New Creation
House File 2612 makes many changes to current services within Iowa school districts
Iowa’s New AEA Bill Reforms School District Funding
A visual representation of ones stream of consciousness, ideas scattered and seemingly unrelated.
Maggie’s Musings—It’s Something
Senior Lilly Marchbanks poses for picture after winning Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant.
Senior Lilly Marchbanks Wins Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez places first at the Iowa State Brain Bee.
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez Places First at State Brain Bee
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu places first in International Exemptuous Speaking at districts.
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu Wins District Speech, Set to Represent at Nationals
The Army Reserve promises basic and job training back to back after finishing senior year.
Planning for the Future: Kennedy Senior Bibesh Magar Enlists into the Army Reserve
Senior Jersey Bilyeu plays vibraphone with Kennedy Jazz 1.
Jersey Bilyeu: Making Her Rounds Across Kennedy Fine Arts
Ella Brown pins opponent down.
Ella Brown Returns to State
In a neutral position, sophomore Meredith Kaump stands her ground.
Meredith Kaump Stands her Ground Throughout the Season
Schlakk brings the house down with a two handed slam dunk.
Micah Schlaak: A Killer on the Court
Torch Out Loud, the Kennedy Torch podcast, logo used in every episode.
Torch Out Loud: Foreign Exchange Student Su Shima on Her Experiences With America and Kennedy High School
Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.
Kennedy’s Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
Cedar Rapids District Art Show Showcases Kennedy Talent
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Sophomore Isaac Davis takes a shot at the goal.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Competes at Coe College on March 30
The Kennedy Varsity Girls Soccer Team high fives opposing school after the match.
Photos: Varsity Girls Soccer Ties First Match against Prairie
McKowen cuts around the edge to the basket.
Photos: Kennedy Basketball Takes on Ankeny in Second Round of the State Championships
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

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Elise Hrabik

Elise Hrabik, Photographer and Writer

I'm Elise Hrabik and I'm a senior at Kennedy. I've been playing the flute for seven years and I'm currently in the marching band and wind symphony. I love exploring the outdoors and finding beauty in the world around me. This is my second year in torch but I've been interested in photography and writing for a long time. (I started using my first camera in like second grade!) Last year I learned a lot about journalism and photography and I can’t wait to expand my skills this year!
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An Outbreak of Musical Discovery

An Outbreak of Musical Discovery

Elise Hrabik, Writer
July 30, 2021
Jared Wacker directs the Wind Symphony.

Music Prevails

Elise Hrabik, Writer
May 7, 2021
Harry Styles poses in a lacy dress and tuxedo jacket made by Gucci’s Alessandro Michele.

Let Men Express Themselves

Elise Hrabik, Photo Editor
February 26, 2021
As staff and students return back to the building for the first time since last March, they are asked to maintain the suggested six feet distance as a way to stay safe and sanitary.

[Photo] Safe, Sound and Sanitized

Jasmine Hite, Writer
January 19, 2021
A nearly empty auditorium listens quietly as the percussion and jazz ensembles perform.

A Cautious Christmas Concert

Elise Hrabik, Photo Editor
December 24, 2020
Plans Change Again Due to COVID Numbers

Plans Change Again Due to COVID Numbers

Elise Hrabik, Photo Editor
December 9, 2020
Brynn Lindenlaub presents a bowl of candy with Avalon May.

Best Buddies Trunk-or-Treat

Elise Hrabik and Dylan Sines
November 10, 2020
The Kennedy High School Auditorium under renovations due to extensive damage from the storm.

Restoring Kennedy After Derecho Storm Damage

Elise Hrabik, Photo Editor
October 23, 2020
Josh Young, sr., sings his solo with sorrow, as he changes the words to explain his feelings on leaving show choir.

[Photo] The Final Show of the Year

Jasmine Hite, Writer
March 17, 2020
The red sticky notes that line the Kennedy hallways as a part of Inclusion Week.

[Photo] Inclusivity at Kennedy High School

Jasmine Hite, Writer
March 9, 2020
Lorena Harger administers a Spanish One written test.

[Photo] Colombia to The United States

Maggie Talbott-Malone and Jasmine Hite
February 27, 2021
Adrian Evans teaching a lesson in AP World History

[Photo] A Teacher Who’s Here to Help

Maggie Talbott-Malone, Writer
March 5, 2020
Kinder Kennedy members discussing their new moves.

[Photo] Kinder Kennedy: What Now, What Next?

Emily Reed, Writer
February 25, 2020
Mawadda Tawil, jr. holds up a sign that reads When I said Id rather die than go to math class, I was joking.

Kennedy Students Demand Change

Haylee Brewer and Elise Hrabik
January 30, 2020
Kennedy students participating in a walkout to protest gun violence.

[Photo] Kennedy Students ‘March For Their Lives’

Olivia Riley-Schmelzer, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2020
Daniel Juarez, jr., underneath the pressure caused by life as a teenager. Photo edited by Ashton Nanke.

Support at the Source

Elise Hrabik, Writer
January 27, 2020
Winner Winner Lettuce Dinner

Winner Winner Lettuce Dinner

Savanna Sievert and Elise Hrabik
January 8, 2020
Zoey Olson, jr., dances during the song Revolting.

Show Choir Kick-Off

Elise Hrabik, Writer / Photographer
November 19, 2019
Athletic director Aaron Stecker introduces athletes at one of Kennedys signature state send-offs.

Swimming Sendoff

Elise Hrabik, Writer/Photographer
November 12, 2019
Member of the WSD learning how to react in a dangerous situation.

Women on the Defense

Elise Hrabik, Photographer/Writer
October 31, 2019
Students yell and bang on the fence to make noise.

Cougars Take a Victory Against Hawks

Elise Hrabik, Photographer/Writer
October 27, 2019
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