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The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

Kennedy's student body shows their Cougar pride at the Kennedys home game against Pleasant Valley.

Student Section Editique: The DOs and DON’Ts of a High School Student Section

Mela Baccam, Writer September 19, 2024

With the 2024-25 season in full swing, Kennedy athletics allows us to cheer on our fellow Cougars. The students can become out of control and rowdy if issues are not addressed. There needs to be a conversation...

Teachers Patrick Cory and Katie Peterson dress up as Mr. and Mrs. Claus the day before winter break. They dope to spread joy among the students.

Walking in a KHS Wonderland

Alyx Goldensoph, Writer August 19, 2024

Waking up on the last school day before winter break is the best feeling in the world. A short day, the excitement of no school for a week and teachers not doing anything in their classes, because, screw...

The Kennedy Student Section waits in anticipation for the team before they rush the court.

The Heart of Kennedy Athletics

Rowan Hesford and Haile Miller August 5, 2024

Those who attend sports events at Kennedy are aware of the student section, a dedicated spot in the bleachers for students to come and cheer on athletes. As a school, Kennedy comes together to support...

TCR's Waitress pulls together for a final week of shows. (The Cedar Rapids Gazette)

TCR’s “Waitress” Makes Waves as Talented Cast Comes Together

Kaitlyn Dolphin, Managing Editor August 1, 2024

When one hears about a show involving adultery, aggression and sexual innuendos, striking love stories aren't the first thing to come to mind. But that initial impression is turned on its head by the cast...

Singing "Hakuna Matata," senior Samuel Larson makes his first appearance as the grown-up version of Simba.

Shining on Stage: Seniors in Kennedy’s Theater Department

Talia Hutchison, Writer July 18, 2024

It is nice to know that the Kennedy Theatre Department has a sense of humor in a world full of stress and seriousness. Especially after seeing the spring musical—about putting people into meat pies of...

Smiling at the camera, senior homecoming court nominee Jace Scott sits on top of a Corvette.

Homecoming Throughout the Halls

Rowan Hesford, Writer July 15, 2024

Homecoming.  What first comes to mind is the Friday night game or the dance the following day, a chance for students to have a break from school and spend time with friends. Not many take the chance...

The Kennedy Marching Band performs at inner city rival game vs CR Washington.

Drum Majors, Is Your Band Ready?

Sonja Woerner, Editor-in-Chief July 4, 2024

The Kennedy Band Department has a lot to be proud of this year, from impressive improvement by their marching band to the jazz band’s first ever performance at the Iowa Jazz State Championships. But...

Happiness members dance their closing number.

The Happiest Tradition

Kaitlyn Dolphin, Managing Editor June 17, 2024

Known for their iconic yellow jackets and upbeat performances, Happiness Inc. is packed with rituals and memories that last for years after performers take their final bow.  Happiness Inc. is Kennedy's...

Senior cross country representatives Ben Knipfer, Alex Volden, and Kyler Zimmerman (left to right) walk the parade.

Celebrating Kennedy’s Seniors

Jersey Bilyeu, Copy Editor June 10, 2024

In their last year of secondary education, students get involved in several of the senior traditions at Kennedy. From senior sunrise to prom, each senior class has events throughout the year to celebrate...

Laufey's "Bewitched" album cover.

Live Laugh Laufey

River Borgerding, Writer April 30, 2024

Laufey Lin Jónsdóttir, otherwise known simply as Laufey, is a Los Angeles-based musician who leans into the classical and jazz side of music. Laufey currently has 12.8 million monthly listeners on Spotify...

Ariana Grande's "Eternal Sunshine" album cover.

Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review

Charlotte Thephravong, Writer April 18, 2024

Ariana Grande transformed from a child actor to a world-renowned artist in a matter of years. On March 8, 2024, Grande released Eternal Sunshine, covering her journey on her transition from a relationship...

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