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Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic
Vending machine sign reads VENDING MACHINES ARE NOT ACTIVE UNTIL 3:00 PM DAILY, a change we are unsure about the duration of.
Vending Machine Shutdown Divides The Torch Staff
CRCSD is removing shortened Fridays for students.
The Transition From a Half-Day of Freedom to Full-Day Commitment
Flyer posted in Kennedy hallway containing information for the blood drive.
Student Government to Host a Blood Drive April 25
With Graduation fast approaching, make sure you know where youre supposed to be and when.
Attention Seniors: Graduation Reminders
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Sophomore Isaac Davis takes a shot at the goal.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Competes at Coe College on March 30
Senior Jennifer Phillips tosses the ball as she starts the match.
Girls Tennis Swings Into a New Season
The Kennedy Varsity Girls Soccer Team high fives opposing school after the match.
Photos: Varsity Girls Soccer Ties First Match against Prairie
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
Kennedys student section turn up in a Green Out to support players, cheering over a made shot.
“It’s Just a Part of the Game”: Addressing Kennedy Student Section Behavior
Linn-Mar High Schools 10th Street Edition
Show Choir Reviews: 10th Street Edition and New Creation
House File 2612 makes many changes to current services within Iowa school districts
Iowa’s New AEA Bill Reforms School District Funding
A visual representation of ones stream of consciousness, ideas scattered and seemingly unrelated.
Maggie’s Musings—It’s Something
Senior Lilly Marchbanks poses for picture after winning Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant.
Senior Lilly Marchbanks Wins Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez places first at the Iowa State Brain Bee.
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez Places First at State Brain Bee
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu places first in International Exemptuous Speaking at districts.
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu Wins District Speech, Set to Represent at Nationals
The Army Reserve promises basic and job training back to back after finishing senior year.
Planning for the Future: Kennedy Senior Bibesh Magar Enlists into the Army Reserve
Senior Jersey Bilyeu plays vibraphone with Kennedy Jazz 1.
Jersey Bilyeu: Making Her Rounds Across Kennedy Fine Arts
Ella Brown pins opponent down.
Ella Brown Returns to State
In a neutral position, sophomore Meredith Kaump stands her ground.
Meredith Kaump Stands her Ground Throughout the Season
Schlakk brings the house down with a two handed slam dunk.
Micah Schlaak: A Killer on the Court
Torch Out Loud, the Kennedy Torch podcast, logo used in every episode.
Torch Out Loud: Foreign Exchange Student Su Shima on Her Experiences With America and Kennedy High School
Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
Cedar Rapids District Art Show Showcases Kennedy Talent
Kennedy speech teams pose with their scores.
Kennedy Speech Teams Take On State
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Sophomore Isaac Davis takes a shot at the goal.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Competes at Coe College on March 30
The Kennedy Varsity Girls Soccer Team high fives opposing school after the match.
Photos: Varsity Girls Soccer Ties First Match against Prairie
McKowen cuts around the edge to the basket.
Photos: Kennedy Basketball Takes on Ankeny in Second Round of the State Championships
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Senior Team Captains #70 Logan Johnson, #35 Calvin White, #5 BJ Henry, #4 Cyrus Courtney headed to center field for the pre-game coin toss.

Photos: Kennedy Football Defeats Linn-Mar on 9/8

Isaac White, Photographer • September 20, 2023

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Nick Brooks verbally commits to the University of Iowa in the Kennedy cafeteria.

Cedar Rapids Legend Nick Brooks Returns to Kennedy

Emma Rood, Writer • September 19, 2023

Standing at 6’8'' and weighing 340 lbs, Junior Nick Brooks stands out in a crowd. Brooks has been gaining national attention since he started on Kennedy's offensive line. He's received over 25 scholarship...

Freshman #48 Lextyn Pankey Overhand serves the ball.

Photos: Freshman Volleyball Competes in Tournament at Washington High School on 9/9

Piper White, Photographer • September 19, 2023

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Following through with his club, Paulsons swing launches the ball along with some grass.

Photos: Freshman Boys Golf Competes at Twin Pines on 9/7

Maggie Goldberg, Photographer • September 18, 2023

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Varsity freshman Shea Wilson pulls ahead.

Photos: Kennedy Swimming and Diving Dominates the Washington Warriors on 9/5

River Borgerding, Photographer • September 13, 2023

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Cougar defenders celebrate after recovering a fumble with only 10 yards to give up before a touchdown in overtime.

Photos: Kennedy Football Falls 35-36 Against the Pleasant Valley Spartans

Isaac White, Photographer • September 11, 2023

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Forester works her backstroke, coming in second in her heat.

Photos: Cougars Swimming Takes on Pleasant Valley

Kiera Zwack, Photographer • September 8, 2023

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Junior Adalyn Hermanson and junior Jenna Younge block Waterloos point.

Photos: 8/29 Varisty Volleyball at Waterloo West

Ella Smith, Photographer • September 7, 2023

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The 50 Yard Freestyle begins as a Kennedy swimmer dives in.

Photos: 8/29 Girls Swimming and Diving at Jefferson

Isaac White, Photographer • September 4, 2023

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Junior Quarterback Vincenzo Gianforte drops back to throw.

Photos: Football Taken Down by Dowling Catholic High School

Isaac White, Photographer • August 31, 2023

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Junior-Senior duo Jenna Younge and Sydney Cira-Debban jump up to block a spike.

Photos: 8/22 Volleyball vs Iowa City High

Isaac White, Photographer • August 25, 2023

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New activities director Shawn Thomsen is taking over for Kennedys Aaron Stecker.

Former Kennedy Coach Shawn Thomsen Steps in as New Activities Director

Joshua Barker, Writer • August 22, 2023

Kennedy High School will soon have a new activities director. Former boys swimming coach Shawn Thomsen will be replacing previous director Aaron Stecker next school year as he moves on to Iowa Bound. Thomsen...

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