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The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

Senior Willa Bowman joins second and third graders in a cheer.

Junior Cougars Get First Glimpse of School Spirit at Kennedy’s Annual Cheer and Dance Clinic

Emma Rood and Anyah Stoppelmoor September 13, 2024

The annual Kennedy Cheer and Dance Clinic is an opportunity for junior Cougars, pre-k through fifth grade, interested in cheerleading and dance to learn about possible future activities. Kids learn cheers...

Holding off a defender, Junior Hawkeye football commit, and left tackle Nicolai Brooks helps open a gap for running back senior Trevor Scott.

Brothers: Together as One

Maggie Goldberg, Writer September 2, 2024

Football has been a focal point at Kennedy High School since its opening in 1967. The position of head coach has been passed on over the years, beginning with Dale Tyron and landing today with Brian White....

The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team regrouping during their match.

Bump, Set, Spike

Maggie Goldberg, Writer August 26, 2024

One of the fastest growing women's sports in Iowa has inspired thousands of Cougars during its competition seasons at Kennedy. Tuesday night game days bring in Cougar Nation to watch their hitters, spikers...

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 boys soccer team huddles together before the game.

Making Goals in More Ways Than One

Haile Miller, Writer August 12, 2024

Team morale for the Kennedy Boys Soccer Team begins before the first game or even the first practice. Players bond throughout the season to get to know each other and play better as a team.  “We...

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...

Kennedy Dance Team poses infront of the ISDTA sign.

A Team, A Family

Emma Rood, Writer July 29, 2024

As a girl, getting ready for events is just as exciting as attending them. Blasting music on speakers, everyone gathering around the same mirror while trading makeup products and doing each other’s hair...

Kennedy Boys Basketball during their 2022-23 season, a week before state playoffs.

Making Memories On and Off the Court

Haile Miller, Writer July 22, 2024

Team dinners and board game nights are just some ways the Kennedy Girls and Boys basketball teams celebrate after a game. Both the female and male teams are connected through the sport and united with...

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 Academic Leaders of the Class of 2024

Lucy McCord, Writer July 11, 2024

With the 2023-2024 school year coming to an end, seniors are preparing to walk across the stage. Some are getting ready for the college experience while others have different plans. While each senior has...

Local track meets are held at Kingston Stadium.

Keeping Track of the Traditions

Delaney Mann, Writer July 8, 2024

Sportsmanship and team structure can be one of the most important aspects of an athlete's performance. Kennedy Track and Cross Country Teams utilize traditions to help them bond as a group and create a...

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