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COVID-19 is threatening Kennedy pep assemblies for the 2021-2022 school year
COVID-19 Cancels Cougar Traditions
Mask mandates are once again allowed in Iowa schools.
Iowa School Mask Mandate Ban Struck Down
Homecoming Set to Happen September 24
Homecoming Set to Happen September 24
Many Iowan teens and parents are unaware of the curfew for all those 18 and under.
Iowa Has Curfew for Teens Under 18
COVID-19 is threatening Kennedy pep assemblies for the 2021-2022 school year
Fall Pep Assembly Canceled After COVID-19 Surge
Diver Lacey Neighbor (JR) competing in the butterfly portion of an all-diver 200 Yard Medley Relay.
Kennedy Cougars Battle Iowa City West Swimmers
Kennedy Girls Basketball is Hosting an Open Gym
Kennedy Girls’ Basketball is Hosting an Open Gym
Kennedy Varsity Football Game Canceled
Kennedy Varsity Football Game Canceled
Colin Flannagan (#36) celebrates with wide receiver Jeron Senters (#5) after scoring a touchdown against Washington on September 10th, 2021
A Fading Football Tradition
Photos: Varsity Football Defeats Washington
Photos: Varsity Football Defeats Washington
Kennedy reinstated a mask mandate following Judge Pratts restraining order on Iowas ban on mask mandates in schools.
Reynolds is Fighting the Wrong Battle
Teens Voices Get Heard
Teens’ Voices Get Heard
The Class of Compromise
The Class of Compromise
Students often feel overwhelmed by the amount of school work they receive.
Students’ Mental Health Matters
Photo Via Iowa Public Radio Images. Kim Reynolds speaking to her constituents in Iowa.
Leave School Decisions in the Hands of the Educators
Kennedy Varsity Football Game Canceled
Kennedy Varsity Football Game Canceled
Coping During COVID-19
Coping During COVID-19
The 2021 graduation ceremony was held Wednesday, May 26.
Senior Blues
Pepper spray can be hooked onto a keyring.
Sexual Assault: Precautions and Prevention
Passing the Torch
Passing the Torch
Lorena Harger administers a Spanish One written test.
Colombia to The United States
Mariah Griffin (left) and Jennifer McAtee (right) are ready to start the class.
Learning To Teach in an Upside-Down World
Peyton Kach posed for her senior photos with an instrument to represent one of her passions: music.
The Dream of a Musician
Noah Loehr, Sr. at Kennedy High School accepts who he is.
Taking Pride in Expression
Anna Charaeva presents the flag of Georgia. Photo provided by Charaeva.
Kennedy from a Foreign View
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
The Grand Plan
The Grand Plan
Kennedy High School facilities damaged by the Derecho Aug. 10. The gymnasium was hit especially hard.
What’s Going on with Homecoming?
Manwaring Center of BYU-Idaho. Practice and meeting rooms are available to students and employees at this location.
College Advice from College Students
The Power Movement
The Power Movement
Co-ed Dance team takes the floor
Co-ed Dance team takes the floor
The first stop my parents and I made in the Banff area was Lake Louise. This flag was on top of an ice castle built on the lake in front of the Fairmont Chateau.
Rolling Hills to The Rocky Mountains
Photos: Varsity Football Defeats Washington
Photos: Varsity Football Defeats Washington
Senior Kayleigh Duncan and sophomore Alyssa Brandt run together for the cross country team at Oakridge.
Photos: Cross Country Takes Third Place at Oakridge
Varsity Football in Iowa City
Varsity Football in Iowa City
Photos: Kennedy Softball Headed to State (Substate Semifinal and Final)
Photos: Kennedy Softball Headed to State (Substate Semifinal and Final)
Kennedy had the Symphonic Rock concert on May 23.
Photos: Symphonic Rock at Kennedy
Co-ed Dance team takes the floor
Co-ed Dance team takes the floor
TorchCenter Episode 7
TorchCenter Episode 7
TorchCenter Episode 6
TorchCenter Episode 6
TorchCenter Episode 5
TorchCenter Episode 5
Torch Out Loud Episode 1
Torch Out Loud Episode 1
Noah Hargrafen, Hannah Retz, Morgan Mahoney and Jasmine Hite sit about the recording table.
Torch Talks – Closing Out the Show Choir Season
@CRSCHOOLS on Twitter post the photo above each time there is a delay or no-school day.
What Causes a Cancellation?
Quick Quotes – Winter Break Plans
Torch Talks – The Folks From Frozen
Quick Quotes – Favorite Thanksgiving Foods
The student news site of John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Kennedy Torch
The student news site of John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Kennedy Torch
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
Map of school shootings in the United States since 2013

Not Just a Drill

December 13, 2017
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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May 18, 2017
Connor Peterson sr., and Sydney Ross jr., walk across the stage.

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May 18, 2017
Cooper Johnson sr., Jenna Hauschild sr., smile big at grand march.

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May 18, 2017
Jasmine Loomis sr., and Jackson Middlekauff share a kiss at grand march.

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May 18, 2017
Couple looks stunning in royal blue

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May 18, 2017
Dalton Mastin sr., and Michaela Henneberry pose picture perfect at the grand march

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May 18, 2017
Tyler Dennis sr., and Ashlynn Averhoff sr., pumped up for prom

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May 18, 2017
Arshi Munjal sr., and date

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May 18, 2017
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May 18, 2017
Kiana Franklin sr., and date laugh across stage.

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May 18, 2017
Destiny Cottrell sr., and Payton McCarty sr., share a lovely laugh at grand march.

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May 18, 2017
Jess Williams sr., and her date look stunning walking across the stage.

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May 18, 2017
Carly Carter sr,., and her date Jordan Weiss walk grand march together.

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May 18, 2017
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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