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Kennedy experienced numerous technical difficulties and photographer shortages during this years picture day.
The Picture Day Disaster
The American Mathematics Competition (AMC) is one of the competitions members of the club will participate in.
Kennedy Introduces Math Club at Club Fair to Compete in National Competitions
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
Senior Kylie Johannes hits the ball, scoring a point.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball Takes on Western Dubuque on September 12
Sophomore kicker, Andrew Richey kicks the ball to make the extra point.
Photos: Sophomore Football Dominates Against Washington, Going 52-7
On hole four, freshman Kale Haugen watches his ball after teeing off.
Photos: Freshman Boys Golf Competes at Ellis Golf Course on September 13
Sophomore #40 Joscelyn Stricker tosses up the ball to serve.
Photos: Kennedy’s Sophomore Volleyball Squad Takes a Defeat Against Western Dubuque
Kennedy Football Team rushes the field before Friday nights game against Washington.
Photos: Cougars Varsity Football Destroy the Washington Warriors 45-7
Kennedy experienced numerous technical difficulties and photographer shortages during this years picture day.
The Picture Day Disaster
Representatives discuss college options at the annual Kennedy Open House.
A Guide to Picking College
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
Caitlin Clark displays the behavior that gained her a large portion of her notoriety.
How Can the Media Affect Women in Sports?
Movie cover for the new adaption of Disneys The Little Mermaid.
The Little Mermaid: A Beautiful Story of Race, Deserving of Criticism?
Psi Alpha is the Psychology National Honor Society, a speciality honor society similar to Mu Alpha Theta and Science National Honor Society.
Kennedy Launches a New Honor Society for Psychology
Nick Brooks verbally commits to the University of Iowa in the Kennedy cafeteria.
Cedar Rapids Legend Nick Brooks Returns to Kennedy
Kennedy student applies for job shadow.
Kennedy’s Job Shadow Program Brings Students Closer to Real-World Experience
Representatives discuss college options at the annual Kennedy Open House.
A Guide to Picking College
John F. Kennedy tours the high school names after him.
Issues Week
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
Japanese exchange students pose for a photo in their uniforms.
Torch Out Loud: Foreign Exchange Student Su Shima on Her Experiences With America and Kennedy High School
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
Sophomores celebrate a successful challenge, earning their team a point.
Juniors Rock the Boat as Kennedy Kicks Off 2023
Kennedy Dance Team performs together during the pep rally.
Photos: Juniors Rock the Boat at the First Pep Assembly of the Year
Senior Erin Renshaw plays first chair base in Kennedys annual Symphonic Rock Concert.
Erin Renshaw: A Beast on the Bass
Movie cover for the new adaption of Disneys The Little Mermaid.
The Little Mermaid: A Beautiful Story of Race, Deserving of Criticism?
Kennedy student answers the phone at St. Lukes Hospital in the 80s.
Fashion Through the Ages
Senior Kylie Johannes hits the ball, scoring a point.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball Takes on Western Dubuque on September 12
Sophomore kicker, Andrew Richey kicks the ball to make the extra point.
Photos: Sophomore Football Dominates Against Washington, Going 52-7
On hole four, freshman Kale Haugen watches his ball after teeing off.
Photos: Freshman Boys Golf Competes at Ellis Golf Course on September 13
Sophomore #40 Joscelyn Stricker tosses up the ball to serve.
Photos: Kennedy’s Sophomore Volleyball Squad Takes a Defeat Against Western Dubuque
Kennedy Football Team rushes the field before Friday nights game against Washington.
Photos: Cougars Varsity Football Destroy the Washington Warriors 45-7
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Senior Goodbye: Leeanne Mehring-Cruz

Senior Goodbye: Leeanne Mehring-Cruz

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
May 31, 2018
Jose Juarez, sr.,at homecoming.

Poet Laureate Takes Stage at May 24 graduation

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
May 23, 2018
Students with and without IDD playing with a parachute at Camp Courageous

Newer and Stronger Relations Formed

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
May 15, 2018
Seniors Hailey Dolphin and Evyn DeWitte take attendance at the start of class and give announcements.

The Importance of Student Government

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
May 7, 2018
Mallory Nesmith, sr., smiles, enjoying the company of others as they make their final touches before taking the stage for Kennedys spring musical, The Wedding Singer.

Seniors Reminisce About Their Most Memorable Moments at Kennedy

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
May 2, 2018
Jake Pearson, sr., outruns three trojans by himself heading for the try zone.

Spartan’s Games to Compete for Substate

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
May 1, 2018
Gerald Belz had two tackles and one assisted.

Spartans Tackle Their First Season with a Scrimmage

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
March 29, 2018
Nancy Melsa, the grandmother of Davis and Foley enjoying a birthday lunch at Red Lobster in Nov. 2016.

Davis and Foley Honor Grandmother Through Senior Seasons

Jamison Prull and Leeanne Mehring-Cruz
February 25, 2018
Valentines Day is No Big Deal

Valentine’s Day is No Big Deal

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
February 13, 2018
Hold On Pain Ends, have HOPE.

Hold On Pain Ends, have HOPE.

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
February 2, 2018
Jose Juarez and Jason Kline at the Luncheon

Service Above Self

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
January 30, 2018
Rejected from Dream School

Rejected from Dream School

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
January 11, 2018
Students (from left to right) Elizabeth Janus, Mackenzie Joseph, and Kelsey Jaeger

Would You Run, Hide, Or Fight?

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz
November 27, 2017
Pillsburys pumpkin fall season cookie.

Pillsbury Seasonal Cookie Review

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
October 31, 2017

Order that Cap and Gown

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
October 31, 2017
KHS students during Melones Study talk during SMART time.

Are you studying effectively?

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz and Olivia Haefner
October 30, 2017
Selfie from Shane Wonase

Behind the Lens with Shane Wonase

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
October 24, 2017

Applying for College

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
October 14, 2017
Ellie Grovert crowned by previous homecoming queen Macy Schares.

The Crowned

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
September 30, 2017
Ellie Grovert crowned by previous homecoming queen Macy Schares.

The 2017-2018 Homecoming Queen

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
September 29, 2017
Leeanne and friends at the last dance

Life-Changing College Experiences

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
September 28, 2017
Where are Kennys paws? Ready for American out

Who is Kenny the Cougar?

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
September 26, 2017
Heathers The Musical: Preview

“Heathers” The Musical: Preview

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Feature Editor
September 9, 2017
Ana Villanova jr., and friends

[Photo] Grand march and prom photos

May 18, 2017
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Connor Peterson sr., and Sydney Ross jr., walk across the stage.

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Cooper Johnson sr., Jenna Hauschild sr., smile big at grand march.

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Jasmine Loomis sr., and Jackson Middlekauff share a kiss at grand march.

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Couple looks stunning in royal blue

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Dalton Mastin sr., and Michaela Henneberry pose picture perfect at the grand march

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Tyler Dennis sr., and Ashlynn Averhoff sr., pumped up for prom

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Arshi Munjal sr., and date

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Kiana Franklin sr., and date laugh across stage.

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Destiny Cottrell sr., and Payton McCarty sr., share a lovely laugh at grand march.

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Jess Williams sr., and her date look stunning walking across the stage.

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Carly Carter sr,., and her date Jordan Weiss walk grand march together.

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Things To Do On Senior Skip Day?

Things To Do On Senior Skip Day?

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Writer
May 12, 2017

Things To Do On Senior Skip Day

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Writer
May 8, 2017
Madeline Kelley at Newton High School, right before she walks in the circle the wrong way, but dont worry she pulls it off and looks great doing it.

Madeline Kelley Competes for Confidence

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Writer
February 2, 2017
Natalie McAllister, jr., waits with one of her three dogs that she trains for competitions.

Love for pups: Training canines for competitions keeps McAllister busy

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Writer
December 9, 2016
Are you in a healthy relationship?

Are you in a healthy relationship?

Leeanne Mehring-Cruz, Writer
November 22, 2016
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