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In preparation for the premiere, the Puffs production crew work on the props. The play was moved into the auditorium because of the size of the set.
Puffs Comes to Kennedy
The Struggle Of The Arts
The Struggle Of The Arts
The smallpox vaccine has proved effective against Monkeypox.
Monkeypox: Minor Disruption or New Epidemic?
Senior Nelta Earl waves during homecoming parade.
Homecoming Scene Changes…Again
Many Kennedy students will continue school during the summer.
Summer School is Saving Students’ GPA
Sports announcer, Glen Wiebel, watches a Kennedy volleyball game. After filling in for Rich Patterson, he fell in love with the job.
Glen Wiebel: The Voice of Cougar Athletics
Sophomores set up against Jefferson
Photos: Sophomore Football Defeats Jefferson 49-0
Photos: Kennedy Boys Golf Competes at Meet on 9/1
Photos: Kennedy Boys Golf Competes at Meet on 9/1
Kennedy defense sets up against Bettendorf offense.
Varsity Football Claims an Away Victory Over the Bettendorf Bulldogs
Molly Joyner serves the ball over the net at a varsity volleyball game.
Molly Joyner: Finding Success in Many Places
Students worry about their class rank throughout their years of high school.
Students Are Not Their Class Rank
Graduates from the Senior Class of 2022 share their high school advice.
Senior Advice
A Commentary on 13 Reasons Why
A Commentary on 13 Reasons Why
Students should not have to be scared when they walk into school.
Enough is Enough.
Author James Belding works silently in the Torch classroom.
Being the Quiet Kid
Senior Nelta Earl waves during homecoming parade.
Homecoming Scene Changes…Again
Kinder Kennedy posing with the eggs they hid around the school.
Spreading Kindness in a Quiet Way
Hemann helps a student during class.
Project Lead the Way: Introducing Students to STEM
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
Agriculture Club created a garden near the Kennedy track.
Join Our Clubs!
Sports announcer, Glen Wiebel, watches a Kennedy volleyball game. After filling in for Rich Patterson, he fell in love with the job.
Glen Wiebel: The Voice of Cougar Athletics
Kline discussing the meaning of the spirit stick at a pep assembly.
Jason Kline: The King of Kennedy
Student artist Megan Cousins pulls from other media to represent feelings about the internets immediate and captivating nature
Expression Through Art
Molly Joyner serves the ball over the net at a varsity volleyball game.
Molly Joyner: Finding Success in Many Places
Dan Carolin (in the middle) and his squad pose in their Hawaiian shirts.
Dan Carolin: Human Connection Through Language
Student Art Showcase
Student Art Showcase
Headlights in Deer
Headlights in Deer
Im Not Exactly Sad
I’m Not Exactly Sad
The Waves of Reminiscence
The Waves of Reminiscence
One for Sorrow
One for Sorrow
Ava Powers looking over stage light filters
Photos: Stagecraft Puts Finishing Touches On Puffs Set
Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West
Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West
Sophomores set up against Jefferson
Photos: Sophomore Football Defeats Jefferson 49-0
Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park
Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park
Football Continues Undefeated Streak In 38-0 Win Over Dubuque Senior
Football Continues Undefeated Streak In 38-0 Win Over Dubuque Senior
The student news site of John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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How a Bathroom Bill is Affecting the Music Industry

May 23, 2016

Striking Records: James Jambois Bowling Profile

April 25, 2016
Pancakes for a Purpose

Pancakes for a Purpose

April 19, 2016
Kennedy vs. Washington Mens Tennis Meet: Photo Story

Kennedy vs. Washington Men’s Tennis Meet: Photo Story

April 13, 2016
Serving the community

Serving the community

April 11, 2016

The True Injustice

February 17, 2016
Genocide or gaffe?

Genocide or gaffe?

February 9, 2016

Comedy for a Cause

January 29, 2016
Students participating in the 2015 Brain Bee. Photo from creative commons.

Brain Bee

January 25, 2016
Kennedys choral department put on a delicious concert complete with strong performances from the show choirs and an assortment of desserts to finish off the evening.

Photos: Dessert Show Choir Concert

January 20, 2016
Students make their way to lunch and tutorials.

The Cougar Crunch: Finals

January 8, 2016

Paris Climate Treaty

December 17, 2015
Artwork on display near the art wing

Funding Finley

December 8, 2015
Junior Jamie Milota at the Cedar Rapids Bowling Center

Photos: Kennedy Takes On Xavier at CRBC

December 4, 2015
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Robotics Club is one of many for students to check out. Kennedys Robot above, is photographed by Daniel Lovig

Club Spotlight: Robotics Club

November 17, 2015
Jobs of CR: Senior Edition

Jobs of CR: Senior Edition

November 11, 2015
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Photos: Playoffs Round 3: The Cougars Head For The Dome

November 7, 2015
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The Cougar Call to Duty

October 8, 2015
Student Involvement in Politics

Student Involvement in Politics

October 6, 2015
Grant Brown, Chinese

Grant Brown, Chinese

September 24, 2015
School Resource Officer Aaron Leisinger in Officer Hansels office in front of a board full of messages left by students for Hansel.

New School Resource Officer

August 31, 2015
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