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Caitlin Clark and how she has changed the trajectory of womens basketball.
Caitlin Clark: Changing the Game
The theme of Prom 2024 is Masquerade.
Kennedy Prom 2024 is Drawing Near
Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.
Kennedy’s Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18
Vending machine sign reads VENDING MACHINES ARE NOT ACTIVE UNTIL 3:00 PM DAILY, a change we are unsure about the duration of.
Vending Machine Shutdown Divides The Torch Staff
Caitlin Clark and how she has changed the trajectory of womens basketball.
Caitlin Clark: Changing the Game
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Competing hurdles for Kennedy Girls Track is sophomore Kenzie Cone.
Photos: April 11 Boys and Girls Track at Linn-Mar
Sophomore Isaac Davis takes a shot at the goal.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Competes at Coe College on March 30
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
Kennedys student section turn up in a Green Out to support players, cheering over a made shot.
“It’s Just a Part of the Game”: Addressing Kennedy Student Section Behavior
Linn-Mar High Schools 10th Street Edition
Show Choir Reviews: 10th Street Edition and New Creation
House File 2612 makes many changes to current services within Iowa school districts
Iowa’s New AEA Bill Reforms School District Funding
A visual representation of ones stream of consciousness, ideas scattered and seemingly unrelated.
Maggie’s Musings—It’s Something
Senior Lilly Marchbanks poses for picture after winning Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant.
Senior Lilly Marchbanks Wins Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez places first at the Iowa State Brain Bee.
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez Places First at State Brain Bee
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu places first in International Exemptuous Speaking at districts.
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu Wins District Speech, Set to Represent at Nationals
The Army Reserve promises basic and job training back to back after finishing senior year.
Planning for the Future: Kennedy Senior Bibesh Magar Enlists into the Army Reserve
Senior Jersey Bilyeu plays vibraphone with Kennedy Jazz 1.
Jersey Bilyeu: Making Her Rounds Across Kennedy Fine Arts
Ella Brown pins opponent down.
Ella Brown Returns to State
In a neutral position, sophomore Meredith Kaump stands her ground.
Meredith Kaump Stands her Ground Throughout the Season
Schlakk brings the house down with a two handed slam dunk.
Micah Schlaak: A Killer on the Court
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
Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.
Kennedy’s Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
Cedar Rapids District Art Show Showcases Kennedy Talent
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Competing hurdles for Kennedy Girls Track is sophomore Kenzie Cone.
Photos: April 11 Boys and Girls Track at Linn-Mar
Sophomore Isaac Davis takes a shot at the goal.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Competes at Coe College on March 30
Kennedys JV Boys Soccer Team scores on April 11.
Photos: April 11 JV Boys Soccer at Coe College
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All content by Leeanne Mehring-Cruz
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
Happy Valentines Day From The Torch!

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
Grace Hockaday sr., and Nick McSpadden sr., have big smiles at grand march.

[Photo] Grand march and prom photos

Leeanne Mehring, Madylin Kircher, and Kayla Jacobson
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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