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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
Sophomores set up against Jefferson
Photos: Sophomore Football Defeats Jefferson 49-0
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
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
Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West
Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West
Sophomores set up against Jefferson
Photos: Sophomore Football Defeats Jefferson 49-0
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
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
Karlynn Fifield, sr., walking down the halls of Hiawathia Elementary School, shaking hands of third graders.

Senior walk

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor
May 9, 2017
2016 graduate Sean Wu (front/center) is pictured with the National History Day team. Wu was an active student leader, well-known for his school spirit, school participation, excellent academics, and sense of humor.

Kennedy students, faculty mourn death of 2016 graduate

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor
April 13, 2017
Puerto Rico. Photo provided by Kerrigan Urbi

Senior spring break

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor
March 23, 2017
Kennedy senior Rockey Green recently picked her dress for the 2017 spring prom.

The process of prom

Madeline Jamrok and Kayla Jacobson, Writer
March 6, 2017

Kennedy, we can do better

Jason Kline, Writer
March 2, 2017
Sydney Kinney signing the national letter of intent to play softball at Coe College next year

College commitments

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor
February 16, 2017
Photo provided by Kirkwood Regional Center

Kirkwood academy classes

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor
January 27, 2017
Dance team in their pom uniforms

Dance team season comes to an end

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor
January 11, 2017
Mr. Kline on the right against Dr. Carlos Grant on the left ready to battle

Lip Sync Battle

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor
November 9, 2016
Homeless night at Kennedy

Homeless night at Kennedy

Madeline Jamrok, Web Manager and Photo Editor
October 14, 2016
Jumping in the air after Kendal committed to playing volleyball at Illinois State University

Kendal Meier: Commits to playing volleyball

Madeline Jamrok, Photo Editor and Web Manager
October 12, 2016
Photo provided by James Tolly

She Kills Monsters

Elizabeth Barrett, Writer
October 6, 2016
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