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Drumline leads the Kennedy Marching Band, following closely behind the drum majors.
Kennedy Sends 22 Musicians to Perform at the All-State Music Festival on November 18
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
Maple Grove is the newly combined school of the former Jackson Elementary School and Truman Elementary School that was built as a part of phase one of CRCSDs master plan.
The CRCSD Bond and Me: What You Need To Know Before Voting Day
Emma Clabaugh and Kenna Mchenry wait for more people to come to their trunk.
Kennedys Trunk-Or-Treat Turns Out Less Than Expected
Legislation Regarding Pronouns and Gender Identity Sweeps Iowa Schools
Legislation Regarding Pronouns and Gender Identity Sweeps Iowa Schools
Grant Mather and Trevan Krumrei sign to colleges.
Photos: Kennedy Group Athletic Signing on November 8
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
Irate at a missed 12 man on the field call, offensive coordinator George Anderson holds back a screaming head coach Brian White.
Photos: Varsity Football Takes on Cedar Falls on October 17, Ending Their Season in the First Round of the Playoffs
Crossing the finish line, sophomore Adam Gray places first in his race.
Photos: Kennedy Cross Country Team Competes at Seminole Valley on October 12
Photos: Sophomore Football Takes On Davenport North Wildcats
Photos: Sophomore Football Takes On Davenport North Wildcats
In a world full of unspoken topics, theres an important topic often left undiscussed.
To Poop or Not to Poop: Should That Really Be a Question?
Drakes album For All the Dogs is Drakes 13th Billboard No. 1 album.
Drake’s New Album Tops Charts and Sets Records
The Torch would like to wish all of our readers a happy Halloween!
Halloween: Same Day, Different Perspective
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
Cedar Rapids Marcus Theater. A popular place to see the many live action remakes and un orginal ideas.
The Stories That Just Won’t Die
Shirts created for Cougar Bandana to promote mental health.
Cougar Bandana: Spreading Awareness for Mental Health
Kennedy’s Key Club is a group effort.
Kennedy Key Club Makes a Comeback
The AP exam is given by the College Board to any student who signs up.
How Do AP Classes and Exams Affect Student Performance?
Freshmen Jocelyn Stepanek, Calumn Fortune, Beckett Mister and senior Tayva Fortune.
Photos: Best Buddies Tie-Dye Party on October 26
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
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
Junior Athlete of the Week Maren Diederich serves one of her aces.
Kennedy Volleyball Player Maren Diedrich Nominated for Des Moines Register Female Athlete of the Week
Athletic director Aaron Stecker introduces athletes at one of Kennedys signature state send-offs.
Aaron Stecker: Always a Cougar
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
Drumline leads the Kennedy Marching Band, following closely behind the drum majors.
Kennedy Sends 22 Musicians to Perform at the All-State Music Festival on November 18
Rethinking her actions, Cady hopes to right her wrongs.
Photos: Washington Puts on Mean Girls as Fall Musical
Loan begins their solo in a bar.
Kennedy’s Anxiety Project Performs at the Iowa Thespian Festival 
Drakes album For All the Dogs is Drakes 13th Billboard No. 1 album.
Drake’s New Album Tops Charts and Sets Records
Lion King Cast Announced and Set to Perform on November 30
Lion King Cast Announced and Set to Perform on November 30
Senior Raiya Hurt performs Happy solo.
Kennedy’s Ensembles Perform at Premiere Concert
Rethinking her actions, Cady hopes to right her wrongs.
Photos: Washington Puts on Mean Girls as Fall Musical
Best Buddies members pose together.
Photos: Best Buddies Trunk-or-Treat Promotes Inclusion Over Halloween Weekend
Best Buddies members join together for a picture.
Photos: Best Buddies Kicks Off the Year With the Buddy Matching Party on October 11
Irate at a missed 12 man on the field call, offensive coordinator George Anderson holds back a screaming head coach Brian White.
Photos: Varsity Football Takes on Cedar Falls on October 17, Ending Their Season in the First Round of the Playoffs
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

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Jersey Bilyeu

Jersey Bilyeu, Copy Editor

Hi, my name is Jersey, I'm currently a senior and this is my third year in Torch. Outside of Torch, I'm in marching, jazz and the wind symphony bands. I'm also involved in stage and show choir tech.

All content by Jersey Bilyeu
In a world full of unspoken topics, theres an important topic often left undiscussed.

To Poop or Not to Poop: Should That Really Be a Question?

Jersey Bilyeu, Copy Editor
November 17, 2023
Photos: Sophomore Football Takes On Davenport North Wildcats

Photos: Sophomore Football Takes On Davenport North Wildcats

Jersey Bilyeu, Copy Editor
October 24, 2023
Cedar Rapids Marcus Theater. A popular place to see the many live action remakes and un orginal ideas.

The Stories That Just Won’t Die

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
October 17, 2023
Cougars raise a sign during an outdoor pep assembly.

Which Student Section Theme Are You?

Jersey Bilyeu, Creator
August 11, 2023
Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the Condition of the State address to members of the Iowa Legislature inside the House Chamber, on Tuesday evening, Jan. 10, 2023, at the Iowa State Capitol, in Des Moines.

Which Reynolds Article Are You?

Jersey Bilyeu, Creator
July 14, 2023
Which Public Pool Are You?

Which Public Pool Are You?

Jersey Bilyeu, Creator
June 30, 2023
Quiz: What Should You Do This Weekend?

Quiz: What Should You Do This Weekend?

Jersey Bilyeu, Creator
June 16, 2023
Quiz: Which AP Class Should You Take?

Quiz: Which AP Class Should You Take?

Jersey Bilyeu, Creator
June 2, 2023
Former Kennedy Orchestral members pose for a photo.

Music of the Cougars

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 23, 2023
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller plays alto saxophone for Kennedy Marching Bands 2022-2023 show, Black Widow.

Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller Takes The Field

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 18, 2023
In the song Cell Block Tango, dancers use jail bars as props.

Quiz: Which Chicago Character Are You?

Jersey Bilyeu, Creator
April 21, 2023
HyVee employs numerous Kennedy students as an entry level position.

[Photo] Senate File 167 Changes Iowa’s Child Labor Laws

April 19, 2023
Photo of protesters showing support for Iowas transgender youth in light of recent governmental changes.

Iowa, What Are We Doing?

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
April 3, 2023
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
Sophomore Amelia Gilbert plays the marimba at the band carnival.

Indoor Percussion and Winter Guard Take to the Gym

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
March 17, 2023
The crowded halls of Kennedy High School.

A Foyer That Feels Like A Mosh Pit

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 22, 2023
A limit is being put on childrens learning throughout Iowa.

Another Attack on the LGBTQ Community

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 14, 2023
Senior Kenzie Reed ninking a 3 point shot

Photos: Boys’ Basketball Dominates Waterloo West

Isaac White and Jersey Bilyeu
February 6, 2023
The Future With Kim

The Future With Kim

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
January 12, 2023
Students can use Cougar Advisory to voice their opinion on a variety of topics like curriculum or other activities.

[Photo] The Return of Cougar Advisory

November 29, 2022
Tony Vis watches as Kennedy competes during a basketball game.

[Photo] Tony Vis: His Love for the Game

November 28, 2022
Andy Courtney coaches the girls team during a time out.

The Return of Coach Courtney

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
November 22, 2022
Noreen worked to meet the needs of everyone around her as superintendent. She met others with love and compassion.

It’s “Just Noreen”

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
November 16, 2022
Boys Cross Country placed eight at state meet over the weekend.

[Photo] Boys’ Cross Country Concludes 2022 Season at State

November 2, 2022
Happiness Inc. singers having fun during rehearsal while preparing for their competition season.

Raise The Roof: A Beloved Kennedy Event, Canceled.

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
November 1, 2022
Art Sathoff will be the interim superintendent.

New CRCSD Superintendent Announced 10/26

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer, Photographer
October 28, 2022
Miles Wilson races to the finish line at Seminole Valley.

[Photo] Boy’s Cross Country Heads To State After a Record Breaking Season

October 28, 2022
Storm Ziegler directs the Kennedy Chamber Choir

Kennedy Choir Holds A Concert On October 18

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
October 21, 2022
Meet The New Faces At Kennedy

Meet The New Faces At Kennedy

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
October 18, 2022
Photos: Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park

Photos: Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
September 26, 2022
One of Kennedys art classrooms missing the technology required to continue classes.

The Struggle of the Arts

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
September 19, 2022
The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team getting each other excited for their match.

Photos: Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball Holds A Mental Health Rally With The “I’m Glad You Stayed” Project.

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
September 9, 2022
Mrs. Gibney Holds A Personalized Graduation For Her Students

Mrs. Gibney Holds A Personalized Graduation For Her Students

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
May 25, 2022
Jake Hemann helps a student during one of his classes.

[Photo] Project Lead the Way: Introducing Students to STEM

July 20, 2022
Brian Stubblefield shows off one of the hand-made electric cars in Barry Wilson’s classroom.

[Photo] Speeding Through Senior Year

June 8, 2022
Dixsons quilted art style makes his pieces stick out from the canvas.

[Photo] Don Dixson: Sewing Seeds

May 25, 2022
Ellie Wilkes works behind the scenes of Kennedys 2022 production of Matilda.

The Whirlwind Life of Boring Ellie

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 23, 2022
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[Photo] Fashion Forward

July 6, 2022
Questions are being raised about the right way to go about abortions.

What’s Happening to Women’s Rights?

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 17, 2022
Kennedy Girls Golf Team Competed On May 11

Kennedy Girls Golf Team Competed On May 11

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
May 16, 2022
Performance PE is designed to be taken by athletes for PE credits.

We’re Overworking Students

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
April 4, 2022
Photos: Orchestra Performs in Solo and Ensemble Concert

Photos: Orchestra Performs in Solo and Ensemble Concert

Merideth Langton and Jersey Bilyeu
April 1, 2022
Womens History Month has a rich history that should be recognized and remembered.

A Month to Celebrate Women

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
March 28, 2022
Levi Hodge, so., gets ready for the orchestra concert on Oct 28

Solo and Ensemble Contests Taking Place in Early April

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
March 26, 2022
Photos: Boys Basketball Senior Night and Game Against Cedar Falls

Photos: Boys Basketball Senior Night and Game Against Cedar Falls

Merideth Langton and Jersey Bilyeu
February 23, 2022
Kennedy Girls JV2 Basketball Plays Jefferson On Feb 11

Kennedy Girls JV2 Basketball Plays Jefferson On Feb 11

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
February 14, 2022
2022 ACTs To Be Held March 29

2022 ACTs To Be Held March 29

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 11, 2022
Free Prom Dresses Available at Gown Town

Free Prom Dresses Available at Gown Town

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 8, 2022
Junior Lucas Dolphin was nominated for athlete of the week.

Junior Lucas Dolphin Nominated for Athlete of the Week

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
February 2, 2022
The new pass policy requires teachers to have a hall pass, a restroom pass and a sign-out sheet in their classrooms.

New Pass Policy Regulates Student Break Times

Jersey Bilyeu , Lizzy Hawkes , and Kymburlee Vanover
January 28, 2022
Happiness Inc. performs at Kennedy premiere show.

Kennedy Show Choirs Start Their Competitive Season

Jersey Bilyeu and Molly Martin
January 7, 2022
Mask mandates are once again allowed in Iowa schools.

Pfizer Vaccine Boosters Approved for Ages 12 to 15

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
January 6, 2022
Ethan Head gets ready to perform in Macys Great American Marching Band

Senior Ethan Head Marched in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer, Photographer
December 8, 2021
Linn-Mars Spectrum Club put up posters around the school for Transgender Awareness Week.

Linn-Mar Students Hold Walkout During Transgender Awareness Week

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
November 19, 2021
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[Photo] CRCSD Experiences a Bus Driver Shortage

November 15, 2021
Kennedy Finishes as Quarterfinalists in the Class 5A Playoffs

Kennedy Finishes as Quarterfinalists in the Class 5A Playoffs

Jersey Bilyeu and Isaac White
November 12, 2021
A Look Into the October 28 Orchestra Concert

A Look Into the October 28 Orchestra Concert

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
November 2, 2021
School Bus

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Winter Sports Are About to Begin

Winter Sports Are About to Begin

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
October 28, 2021
Iowa All-State Auditions Come to a Close

Iowa All-State Auditions Come to a Close

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
October 26, 2021
The Kennedy Marching Band Season Comes to an End

The Kennedy Marching Band Season Comes to an End

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
October 26, 2021
Kennedy Choir Performs on October 14

Kennedy Choir Performs on October 14

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
October 20, 2021
Senior Simeon Jauhiainen prepares himself.

Kennedy Boys Varsity Golf Reflects on the Season So Far

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
October 12, 2021
Moonlight Express members sing Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.

Iowa All-State Auditions to Be Held at Independence High School Oct. 20 and 23

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
October 4, 2021
Sophomore Reid Hall putts while on a Ellis Golf Course green.

[Photo] Kennedy Athlete Up for KCRG Athlete of the Week

September 29, 2021
Kennedy Marching Band Begins Competitions

Kennedy Marching Band Begins Competitions

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer, Photographer
September 27, 2021
Senior Kayleigh Duncan and sophomore Alyssa Brandt run together for the cross country team at Oakridge.

Photos: Cross Country Takes Third Place at Oakridge

Jersey Bilyeu, Photographer
September 7, 2021
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