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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
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
Miles Wilson runs at track meet.
Miles Wilson: Running His Way into the Record Book
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!
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
Brian Stubblefield shows off one of the hand-made electric cars in Barry Wilson’s classroom.
Speeding Through Senior Year
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
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
Volleyball Defeats Linn-Mar 3-1
Volleyball Defeats Linn-Mar 3-1
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Kiana Franklin sr., and date laugh upon stage arrival.

[Photo] Grand march and prom photos

May 18, 2017
Photo provided by Camp Adventure.

Thinking about a college semester abroad?

May 17, 2017
Kennedy Students slow it down at prom.

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Brooke Bekeris sr., and Hunter Erickson sr., share a nice moment at prom.

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Zoey Crighton sr., and her date (Logan Dulin) dance the night away.

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Best Buddies (Ellie Grovert) took on prom with her friends.

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Jade Irish sr., and date Shaun Beyer (Kennedy 2016 graduate) support the Hawks at prom.

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Matt Berst sr., and Halle Hill so., look stunning at the grand march.

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Olivia Green sr., and Sam Mead jr., give a big thumbs up at the grand march.

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Lucky Wulfekuhle sr., and Melissa Meis sr., pose at grand march.

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Isaiah Harris sr., and Maddie Lyman so., are one happy couple at prom.

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Ashley Hamilton sr., and Will Stecker so., juju on that beat at the grand march.

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Aubrey Langhurst sr.,and Kelsey Whitmore sr., take Ellie Grovert jr., to her first ever prom.

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Brooke Bekeris sr., and Hunter Erickson sr., smile big at the grand march.

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Alexis Hull sr., and Michael Kaiser are one happy couple at the grand march.

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Taylor Rathjens sr., and Levi Miller serve looks at the grand march.

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Maryn DeVore sr., and Lincoln Klopfenstein look lovely at the grand march.

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Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell is a must read for students before heading off to college.

This book will have you ‘fan-girling’ over it

May 15, 2017
Kennedy senior Megan Wagner recently overcame an eating disorder. Photo provided by Megan Wagner

Overcoming an eating disorder

March 27, 2017
Photo provided by Camp Adventure.

Camp Adventure Offers Opportunities Abroad

March 3, 2017
Incoming freshmen exploring opportunities. Photo provided by Jason Kline.

Transition to high school

February 7, 2017
Photo provided by Maryn DeVore

Happiness takes over Zoolander

January 31, 2017
Thanksgiving holiday soon here

Thanksgiving holiday soon here

November 18, 2016

Students Inspired to Consider Communications Careers

October 21, 2016
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