The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
The Kennedy 4x1 relay team of Dawson Dougherty, Jacob Doyle, Nick Wood and Chauncy Bodden pose for a picture after breaking a state record.
Kennedy Boys Tracks Places in State Championship
Students pose with teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Torch Celebrates the Kennedy Teaching Staff for Teacher Appreciation Week
Sophomore Maria Kaiser (right) receives the CBYX Scholarship certificate from German teacher Milaena Reade (left).
Sophomore Maria Kaiser Set to Spend a Year in Germany
Poster made by Cole Pruett to promote the concert.
Free Mental Health Awareness Concert on May 9
Storms flood Kennedy parking lots, making driving dangerous.
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
Kennedy Golf Coach Michael Green celebrates the golfers' performances.
Photos: Varsity Boys Golf Defeated by Prairie on 9/5
Kennedy's Varsity Volleyball Team huddles together during a timeout.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball First Match Against Linn-Mar
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
The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team regrouping during their match.
Bump, Set, Spike
Love Island is a reality dating show that centers around couples pairing up in a villa.
Love Island Franchise Makes History With Two Winning Black Couples
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
New legislation passed to allow districts to decide if staff can open carry a weapon. Teachers are conflicted.
Are We Safe Yet?
Students pose with teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Torch Celebrates the Kennedy Teaching Staff for Teacher Appreciation Week
As consumers we tend to skim nutrition labels...would you even notice if it read "may contain rats" ?
Rats: A New Superfood In Your Drink?
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
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
The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team regrouping during their match.
Bump, Set, Spike
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
The Kennedy boys soccer team huddles together before the game.
Making Goals in More Ways Than One
Senior Safal Bhattarai participates in the 'Best Outfit' challenge at a pep rally.
We Did It, Safal.
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
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
The Kennedy Student Section waits in anticipation for the team before they rush the court.
The Heart of Kennedy Athletics
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
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
Smiling at the camera, senior homecoming court nominee Jace Scott sits on top of a Corvette.
Homecoming Throughout the Halls
Kennedy Golf Coach Michael Green celebrates the golfers' performances.
Photos: Varsity Boys Golf Defeated by Prairie on 9/5
Kennedy's Varsity Volleyball Team huddles together during a timeout.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball First Match Against Linn-Mar
Photos: May 30 Softball vs Cedar Falls
Kicking the ball up to his teammates, junior Trevor LeMense.
Photos: May 7 Varsity Boys Soccer
Senior Jocelin Legunas going in to hug her coach, Annie Walsh.
Photos: Girls Soccer Senior Night on May 10
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
Emma Rood

Emma Rood, Writer

Hi! My name is Emma Rood and I’m a sophomore at Kennedy. This is my second year in Torch as a writer. Outside of school, I spend most of my time dancing. I also love to spend time with my friends and family along with my two cats.

All content by Emma Rood
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
Kennedy Dance Team poses infront of the ISDTA sign.

A Team, A Family

Emma Rood, Writer
July 29, 2024
In a neutral position, sophomore Meredith Kaump stands her ground.

Meredith Kaump Stands her Ground Throughout the Season

Emma Rood, Writer
February 2, 2024
Making a move around a Marion guard, senior Trevan Krumrai drives to the basket.

Kennedy’s Winter Sports Start Their Seasons

Isaac White, Emma Rood, Tori Paga, Onnika Hallam, and Kloud Smith
December 4, 2023
Freshman Elle Rammelsberg receives a medal and ISDTA shirt for qualifying at State Solo Qualifiers.

Kennedy Dance Team Begins Their Season with State Solo Qualifiers

Emma Rood, Writer
November 7, 2023
Scream Acres is open for its final weekend, Oct. 27-28, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

Scream Acres: Four Fright-Filled Attractions Offering Scares and Delight

Emma Rood, Writer
October 27, 2023
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
Saying Goodbye to Our Beloved Kennedy Teachers

Saying Goodbye to Our Beloved Kennedy Teachers

Claire Frank, Rowan Hesford, and Emma Rood
August 4, 2023
Senior Maggy Jellison dances at the Senior Night football game.

Dance Team Auditions Scheduled for Next Week

Emma Rood, Writer
May 10, 2023
Sidney Swartzendruber competes at a track meet last season.

Junior Sidney Swartzendruber Sets New School Track Record

Emma Rood, Writer
April 17, 2023
Junior Cyrus Courtney anchoring the Shuttle Hurtle

Photos: Co-Ed Track Meet at Kingston Stadium

Isaac White and Emma Rood
April 3, 2023
Kennedy student completes MyPath reading lessons.

MyPath: Is it Worth it?

Emma Rood, Writer
March 14, 2023
Seniors Jaxon Robinson and Lucas Dolphin pose with their medals after achieving second and third at the state bowling competition.

Bowling Makes Kennedy History, Taking Second and Third at State

Emma Rood, Writer
February 21, 2023
State qualifier Ella Brown wrestles a competitor during a home match.

Girls’ Wrestling Inaugural Season Comes to an End

Emma Rood, Writer
February 15, 2023
Ella Brown, state competitor, wrestles an opponent during a home meet.

Kennedy Girls’ Wrestling Sends Two to State

Emma Rood, Writer
February 2, 2023
Junior Natalie Fiester wrestles Dubuque Hempstead opponent.

Kennedy Girls’ Wrestling Goes 2-0 During Their First Ever Season

Haile Miller and Emma Rood
December 12, 2022
Protégé soloist performing the show's opener during a dress rehearsal.

Protégé Enters The Danger Zone

Emma Rood, Writer
November 9, 2022
Load More Stories
Donate to Kennedy Torch
$215
$750
Contributed
Our Goal