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New Superintendent Dr. Tawana Grover.
Cedar Rapids Community School District Announces New Superintendent
Gov. Kim Reynolds signs the Students First Act in the Capitol rotunda.
The Beginning of the End of Public Education in Iowa
Changes in the price of womens period products over time, making them less accessible to high school students.
Vandalism Sparks Removal of Feminine Hygiene Product in Bathrooms
Senior Kenzie Reed shoots for three.
Boys’ Basketball Now Ranked First in the State
Alexander Jackson leaving court following a hearing in July 2022.
Cedar Rapids Man on Trial for 2021 Triple Murder
Mirabelle Sackfield looks to pass the ball.
Kennedy Girls’ JV2 Defeated 52-2
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
Senior Kenzie Reed sinks a deep 3 point shot
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs Prairie
Senior Kenzie Reed shoots for three.
Boys’ Basketball Now Ranked First in the State
Freshman Sam Bloomquist swims freestyle
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Swim on Jan. 3
Gov. Kim Reynolds signs the Students First Act in the Capitol rotunda.
The Beginning of the End of Public Education in Iowa
Junior Luke OBrien (Gaston) flexes behind the Silly Girls during the song Gaston.
Kennedy Actors Shine in Beauty and the Beast
Kennedys Happiness Inc. attends a Trunk-or-Treat.
Trick-or-Treat or Trunk-or-Treat?
Noreen worked to meet the needs of everyone around her as superintendent. She met others with love and compassion.
It’s “Just Noreen”
Candy Corn Craze
Candy Corn Craze
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
Teachers Patrick Cory and Katie Peterson dress up as Mr. and Mrs. Claus the day before winter break. They dope to spread joy among the students.
Holiday Traditions at Kennedy
Protégé soloist performing the shows opener during a dress rehearsal.
Protégé Enters The Danger Zone
Kinder Kennedy posing with the eggs they hid around the school.
Spreading Kindness in a Quiet Way
Mens Volleyball will be coming to Kennedy in the form of a club.
Men’s Volleyball Comes To Kennedy
Dance Team poses in Des Moines at the state competition.
Taylor Cropley: Alum Returns Home
Bella performs as lead character Megan Jones in Kennedys production of Puffs.
Bella Griffin: Getting Involved Across the School
Tony Vis watches as Kennedy competes during a basketball game.
Tony Vis: His Love for the Game
Andy Courtney coaches the girls team during a time out.
The Return of Coach Courtney
Shiho Yabuchi and Daniel Carolin pose for a photo in their classroom.
Welcoming Shiho Yabuchi to Kennedy
Alex Clay, Yuna Song, Marcelle Strait
Kennedy Select Choirs Perform Their Full Shows at Dessert Concert
Junior Luke OBrien (Gaston) flexes behind the Silly Girls during the song Gaston.
Kennedy Actors Shine in Beauty and the Beast
Senior Elizabeth Goff (Belle) and senior Jake Horton (Beast) after their waltz in a dress rehearsal.
Kennedy Presents a Tale as Old as Time
Protégé soloist performing the shows opener during a dress rehearsal.
Protégé Enters The Danger Zone
Ami Jacobo practicing her choreography during Happiness Inc. rehearsal.
Kennedy Show Choirs Make Their Debut
Mirabelle Sackfield looks to pass the ball.
Kennedy Girls’ JV2 Defeated 52-2
Alex Clay, Yuna Song, Marcelle Strait
Kennedy Select Choirs Perform Their Full Shows at Dessert Concert
Senior Kenzie Reed sinks a deep 3 point shot
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs Prairie
Freshman Sam Bloomquist swims freestyle
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Swim on Jan. 3
Cael Smithhart lifting his opponent
Boys Wrestling Competes in a Meet on 1/14
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All content by Leeanne Mehring-Cruz
Senior Goodbye: Leeanne Mehring-Cruz

Senior Goodbye: Leeanne Mehring-Cruz

May 31, 2018
Jose Juarez, sr.,at homecoming.

Poet Laureate Takes Stage at May 24 graduation

May 23, 2018
Students with and without IDD playing with a parachute at Camp Courageous

Newer and Stronger Relations Formed

May 15, 2018
Seniors Hailey Dolphin and Evyn DeWitte take attendance at the start of class and give announcements.

The Importance of Student Government

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

May 2, 2018
Jake Pearson, sr., outruns three trojans by himself heading for the try zone.

Spartan’s Games to Compete for Substate

May 1, 2018
Gerald Belz had two tackles and one assisted.

Spartans Tackle Their First Season with a Scrimmage

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

February 25, 2018
Valentines Day is No Big Deal

Valentine’s Day is No Big Deal

February 13, 2018
Hold On Pain Ends, have HOPE.

Hold On Pain Ends, have HOPE.

February 2, 2018
Jose Juarez and Jason Kline at the Luncheon

Service Above Self

January 30, 2018
Rejected from Dream School

Rejected from Dream School

January 11, 2018
Students (from left to right) Elizabeth Janus, Mackenzie Joseph, and Kelsey Jaeger

Would You Run, Hide, Or Fight?

November 27, 2017
Pillsburys pumpkin fall season cookie.

Pillsbury Seasonal Cookie Review

October 31, 2017

Order that Cap and Gown

October 31, 2017
KHS students during Melones Study talk during SMART time.

Are you studying effectively?

October 30, 2017
Selfie from Shane Wonase

Behind the Lens with Shane Wonase

October 24, 2017

Applying for College

October 14, 2017
Ellie Grovert crowned by previous homecoming queen Macy Schares.

The Crowned

September 30, 2017
Ellie Grovert crowned by previous homecoming queen Macy Schares.

The 2017-2018 Homecoming Queen

September 29, 2017
Leeanne and friends at the last dance

Life-Changing College Experiences

September 28, 2017
Where are Kennys paws? Ready for American out

Who is Kenny the Cougar?

September 26, 2017
Heathers The Musical: Preview

“Heathers” The Musical: Preview

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?

May 12, 2017

Things To Do On Senior Skip Day

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

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

December 9, 2016
Are you in a healthy relationship?

Are you in a healthy relationship?

November 22, 2016
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