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The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

Chad Aldis in an interview, claiming to be an expert on charter schools.

New Iowa Board of Education Director Appointed With No Experience in Public Education

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer March 30, 2023

Governor Kim Reynolds appointed Chad Aldis as the new Iowa Board of Education Director after former director Ann Lebo announced her resignation. Deb VanderGaast, another Iowan politician, tweeted out...

Strolling the aisles of Target is a popular pastime in Cedar Rapids.

A Picture Perfect Spring Break

Joshua Barker, Writer March 11, 2023

I drum my fingers away, ready for my last class to be over. Tap, tap, tap, RIIIING. I rush outside as the bell rings, prepared to celebrate a classic Iowa spring break. My heart races as I discover...

National Strawberry Day is a niche holiday celebrated annually on Feb. 27.

What is National Strawberry Day?

Rowan Hesford, Writer February 27, 2023

As Valentine's Day ends, there don’t seem to be holidays to look forward to in the next few weeks. National Strawberry Day is around the corner on Monday, Feb. 27. There are almost 200 national food...

The crowded halls of Kennedy High School.

A Foyer That Feels Like A Mosh Pit

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer February 22, 2023

“So many different unpleasant smells and numerous loud voices surround me as I'm just trying to get to my next class,” said Junior Gracie Wonase. Wonase is describing a normal day for a Kennedy...

A limit is being put on childrens learning throughout Iowa.

Another Attack on the LGBTQ Community

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer February 14, 2023

In a society that oppresses queer and trans youth, Iowa education is trying to take it a step further. Two bills were introduced on Jan. 17 that will make it harder for youth to be educated and respected...

Many Kennedy students continue to use Edgenuity for online courses.

The Horrors of Online PE

Rowan Hesford, Writer February 13, 2023

Online PE—something a majority of students are familiar with. Whether it was during the pandemic or as a part of their regular schedules, it’s inescapable. Students have used it as a way to opt out...

An Ode to Snow Storms and Joe Winters

An Ode to Snow Storms and Joe Winters

Emma Beachner, Writer February 8, 2023

If it could snow tomorrow, it would make my day. Though teachers would still post homework, I wouldn’t have to see their faces.  If I could stay home I would have a blast. I would get stuff done...

My car, prior to its theft after I first received it as a gift.

Get A Hobby

Alyx Goldensoph, Writer February 7, 2023

I own a 2014 Black Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The inside has vines draping the ceiling, a sloth wheel cover and numerous political stickers on the back bumper. Notes from my significant other are scattered...

Habitudes: Whats The Point?

Habitudes: What’s The Point?

Emma Beachner, Writer January 31, 2023

Homeroom at Kennedy has switched from being time to do homework to having structured lessons. Starting at the end of the 21-22 school year social emotional learning, taught during homeroom, has become...

Gov. Kim Reynolds signs the Students First Act in the Capitol rotunda.

The Beginning of the End of Public Education in Iowa

Sonja Woerner, Copy Editor January 25, 2023

Kim Reynolds is a name known throughout the Iowa educational system. Serving as Iowa Governor for over five years, she has attempted to and succeeded in undermining Iowa public schools with misleading...

The Future With Kim

The Future With Kim

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer January 12, 2023

On Nov. 8 2022, Iowa held its gubernatorial election where Kim Reynolds was re-elected as the State Governor. In 2018, Reynolds was elected to be the 43rd governor of Iowa. Since then she has ignored...

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