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Kennedy Torch

The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

Kennedy High School counselor information, available on the Kennedy Homepage.

Behind the Scenes

Olivia Riley-Schmelzer, Writer June 1, 2019

Providing students with academic support, emotional support, behavioral support, and college career readiness, the Kennedy High School counselors are hard at work behind the scenes making sure every student...

Senior Christian Cahalan poses for a senior photo.

Home Grown Stan Lee

May 31, 2019

Getting into All-State would be considered an achievement for students involved in activities such as sports or music. However, was it made known that there was an Art All-State as well? Senior Christian...

Remembering Classmate Brielle Thompson

Anna Reinhart, Writer May 23, 2019

The Class of 2019 graduates this Friday, May 24. Best friends are picking out their outfits for the big night, coordinating the long schedule of grad parties they will attend together, and still discussing...

The John F. Kennedy High School building from the outside.

Freshman Expectations vs. Reality

Claire Beaman, Writer May 6, 2019

It’s hard to anticipate what will happen in someone's high school career, and even more so as a freshman. Freshmen earned their name because they are new to high school life. It may have been confusing...

The form that is filled out of the Selective Service or draft.

Selective Service for All

Mathew WorthingtonBarnes, Writer April 16, 2019

Registering for the draft is something men ages 18-25 are required to do. However, the draft registration has started to open to women. It is about time for the draft to allow women to sign up, which is...

The Nine Dragon Wall of Chinatown, Chicago.

Chinatown Trip

Claire Beaman, writer April 8, 2019

The Chinese class of Kennedy High School had the opportunity to go to the Chicago Chinatown as an educational field trip. This field trip allowed students to practice what they have learned about Chinese...

Olivia Conrad working at Papa Murphys.

School + Job = Bad?

Claire Beaman, Writer April 1, 2019

School life can be hard to juggle. There are assignments from different classes as well as extracurricular activities. What would it be like balancing a job on top of all the school work? Sophomore...

Cryotherapy being used on someone

The Cold that Helps

Mathew WorthingtonBarnes, Writer March 15, 2019

Cryotherapy is using liquid nitrogen to treat pain and joint/muscle. It can sound very big, ominous, and expensive, but is not the case when it comes to Total Rejuvenation. Total rejuvenation is a therapy...

The thumbnail from Shane Dawsons latest YouTube video.

Hey What’s Up You Guys…

Alyssa Friedley, Culture Editor March 13, 2019

Shane Dawson is one of YouTube’s most popular stars, having over 20 million subscribers. Recently, Dawson has been uploading documentary-type videos on his channel, he has gotten over 33 million views...

Thumbnail photo used in Ashton Nankes short film Dear Mr. Perfect.

Dear Mr. Perfect

Olivia Riley-Schmelzer, Writer March 7, 2019

Aspiring film maker Ashton Nanke, junior at Kennedy High School, released his newest short film “Dear Mr. Perfect” on Monday, Feb. 4. Originally created as a submission for large group speech, this...

Poster for Black History open mic night.

Black History Open Mic Night

Claire Beaman, Writer March 5, 2019

On Thursday, Feb. 28, a Black History Open Mic Night was hosted at the Islamic Center of Cedar Rapids. This night gave individuals the opportunity to share their experiences and feelings relating to Black...

The white board outside of Chantelle Mobberleys office at Kennedy.

Dealing with Grief

Jami Martin-Trainor, Writer March 1, 2019

This year, many Kennedy students have had to deal with loss. Whether that be from a family member, a loved teacher, or a romantic partner, suffering has hit almost every student this year. Because of this,...

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