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Stephanie Stores posing for a picture after being choose 4th overall to the Washington Mystics
Three Iowa Women’s Basketball Players Drafted to the WNBA
A student works on their math homework during class. Students are now able to join a math-focused honor society.
Kennedy Introduces Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society
Ellie is coming to Kennedy to work as a service dog.
Kennedy Welcomes Ellie the Service Dog
Tori recieved an award for her speech.
Kennedy Student Goes to American Legion National Oratorical Contest
HyVee employs numerous Kennedy students as an entry level position.
Senate File 167 Changes Iowa’s Child Labor Laws
Boys Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Boy’s Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Senior Janell Minor Driving the ball to the goal
Photos: 5/15 Girls Soccer vs. Washington
Junior Addison Swartzendruber runs the 400 Meter Dash at Kingston Stadium.
2023 State Track and Field Begins With 31 Kennedy Athletes
Team huddles up before the first pitch
Photos: May 9 Varsity Baseball Scrimmage vs Mount Vernon
Junior Liza Scherbring scoring a goal
Photos: Girls’ Soccer vs Western Dubuque on May 5
Pro Fortnite player plays Fortnite.
Fortnite, In This Economy?
Sophomore Jordan Harvey sings through jail bars.
Kennedy’s Production of Chicago is a Must-See
The decrease in Marvels quality of production in recent years is shown through their reviews, CGI and storylines.
The Collapse of the MCU and the End of an Era
SAD affects around 3% of the population, and can occur during any season.
The Battle Known As Seasonal Depression
Photo of protesters showing support for Iowas transgender youth in light of recent governmental changes.
Iowa, What Are We Doing?
Former Kennedy Orchestral members pose for a photo.
Music of the Cougars
Senior Maggy Jellison dances at the Senior Night football game.
Dance Team Auditions Scheduled for Next Week
Molly Martin showcases her promposal to Kaitlyn Dolphin
The Declining “Promposal” Phenomenon
Ellie is coming to Kennedy to work as a service dog.
Kennedy Welcomes Ellie the Service Dog
Ami Jacobo practicing her choreography during Happiness Inc. rehearsal.
Ami Jacobo: Spreading the Positivity
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller plays alto saxophone for Kennedy Marching Bands 2022-2023 show, Black Widow.
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller Takes The Field
Freshman Adam Gray runs five kilometers for cross country, a race in which he holds the freshman record.
A Kennedy First: Class of 2026 Adam Gray Breaks Two Freshman Records His First Year
Torch Out Loud, the Kennedy Torch podcast, logo used in every episode.
Torch Out Loud: Kennedy Principal Jason Kline Discusses Education and Background (Part 2)
Torch Out Loud, the Kennedy Torch podcast, logo used in every episode.
Torch Out Loud: Kennedy Principal Jason Kline Discusses Education and Background (Part 1)
Ami Jacobo practicing her choreography during Happiness Inc. rehearsal.
Ami Jacobo: Spreading the Positivity
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
Former Kennedy Orchestral members pose for a photo.
Music of the Cougars
Quiz: Which Gatorade Flavor Are You?
Quiz: Which Gatorade Flavor Are You?
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller plays alto saxophone for Kennedy Marching Bands 2022-2023 show, Black Widow.
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller Takes The Field
Pro Fortnite player plays Fortnite.
Fortnite, In This Economy?
Boys Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Boy’s Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
Senior Janell Minor Driving the ball to the goal
Photos: 5/15 Girls Soccer vs. Washington
Team huddles up before the first pitch
Photos: May 9 Varsity Baseball Scrimmage vs Mount Vernon
Junior Liza Scherbring scoring a goal
Photos: Girls’ Soccer vs Western Dubuque on May 5
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

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Emma Rood, Writer

Hi! My name is Emma Rood and I’m a freshman at Kennedy. This is my first year in Torch as a writer and videographer. Outside of school, I spend most of my time at my dance studio but besides that, I love to spend time with my friends and family along with my two cats.

All content by Emma Rood
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 shows opener during a dress rehearsal.

Protégé Enters The Danger Zone

Emma Rood, Writer
November 9, 2022
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