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In preparation for the premiere, the Puffs production crew work on the props. The play was moved into the auditorium because of the size of the set.
Puffs Comes to Kennedy
The Struggle Of The Arts
The Struggle Of The Arts
The smallpox vaccine has proved effective against Monkeypox.
Monkeypox: Minor Disruption or New Epidemic?
Senior Nelta Earl waves during homecoming parade.
Homecoming Scene Changes…Again
Many Kennedy students will continue school during the summer.
Summer School is Saving Students’ GPA
Photos: Kennedy Boys Golf Competes at Meet on 9/1
Photos: Kennedy Boys Golf Competes at Meet on 9/1
Kennedy defense sets up against Bettendorf offense.
Varsity Football Claims an Away Victory Over the Bettendorf Bulldogs
Molly Joyner serves the ball over the net at a varsity volleyball game.
Molly Joyner: Finding Success in Many Places
Miles Wilson runs at track meet.
Miles Wilson: Running His Way into the Record Book
Kennedy Track Heads to State
Kennedy Track Heads to State
Students worry about their class rank throughout their years of high school.
Students Are Not Their Class Rank
Graduates from the Senior Class of 2022 share their high school advice.
Senior Advice
A Commentary on 13 Reasons Why
A Commentary on 13 Reasons Why
Students should not have to be scared when they walk into school.
Enough is Enough.
Author James Belding works silently in the Torch classroom.
Being the Quiet Kid
Senior Nelta Earl waves during homecoming parade.
Homecoming Scene Changes…Again
Kinder Kennedy posing with the eggs they hid around the school.
Spreading Kindness in a Quiet Way
Hemann helps a student during class.
Project Lead the Way: Introducing Students to STEM
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
Agriculture Club created a garden near the Kennedy track.
Join Our Clubs!
Kline discussing the meaning of the spirit stick at a pep assembly.
Jason Kline: The King of Kennedy
Student artist Megan Cousins pulls from other media to represent feelings about the internets immediate and captivating nature
Expression Through Art
Molly Joyner serves the ball over the net at a varsity volleyball game.
Molly Joyner: Finding Success in Many Places
Dan Carolin (in the middle) and his squad pose in their Hawaiian shirts.
Dan Carolin: Human Connection Through Language
Brian Stubblefield shows off one of the hand-made electric cars in Barry Wilson’s classroom.
Speeding Through Senior Year
Student Art Showcase
Student Art Showcase
Headlights in Deer
Headlights in Deer
Im Not Exactly Sad
I’m Not Exactly Sad
The Waves of Reminiscence
The Waves of Reminiscence
One for Sorrow
One for Sorrow
Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park
Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park
Football Continues Undefeated Streak In 38-0 Win Over Dubuque Senior
Football Continues Undefeated Streak In 38-0 Win Over Dubuque Senior
Volleyball Defeats Linn-Mar 3-1
Volleyball Defeats Linn-Mar 3-1
Photos: Freshman Football vs. Anamosa
Photos: Freshman Football vs. Anamosa
Photos: Cougars Win Homecoming Game Over Jefferson 55-6
Photos: Cougars Win Homecoming Game Over Jefferson 55-6
The student news site of John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Kennedy Torch
The student news site of John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Kennedy Torch
Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park

Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
September 26, 2022
The Struggle Of The Arts

The Struggle Of The Arts

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
September 19, 2022
The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team getting each other excited for their match.

Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball Holds A Mental Health Rally With The “I’m Glad You Stayed” Project.

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
September 9, 2022
Mrs. Gibney Holds A Personalized Graduation For Her Students

Mrs. Gibney Holds A Personalized Graduation For Her Students

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
May 25, 2022
Questions are being raised about the right way to go about abortions.

What’s Happening to Women’s Rights?

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 17, 2022
Kennedy Girls Golf Team Competed On May 11

Kennedy Girls Golf Team Competed On May 11

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
May 16, 2022
Womens History Month has a rich history that should be recognized and remembered.

A Month to Celebrate Women

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
March 28, 2022
Levi Hodge, so., gets ready for the orchestra concert on Oct 28

Solo and Ensemble Contests Taking Place in Early April

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
March 26, 2022
Kennedy Girls JV2 Basketball Plays Jefferson On Feb 11

Kennedy Girls JV2 Basketball Plays Jefferson On Feb 11

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
February 14, 2022
2022 ACTs To Be Held March 29

2022 ACTs To Be Held March 29

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 11, 2022
Free Prom Dresses Available at Gown Town

Free Prom Dresses Available at Gown Town

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 8, 2022
Junior Lucas Dolphin was nominated for athlete of the week.

Junior Lucas Dolphin Nominated for Athlete of the Week

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 2, 2022
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