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The Kennedy 4x1 relay team of Dawson Dougherty, Jacob Doyle, Nick Wood and Chauncy Bodden pose for a picture after breaking a state record.
Kennedy Boys Tracks Places in State Championship
Students pose with teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Torch Celebrates the Kennedy Teaching Staff for Teacher Appreciation Week
Sophomore Maria Kaiser (right) receives the CBYX Scholarship certificate from German teacher Milaena Reade (left).
Sophomore Maria Kaiser Set to Spend a Year in Germany
Poster made by Cole Pruett to promote the concert.
Free Mental Health Awareness Concert on May 9
Storms flood Kennedy parking lots, making driving dangerous.
Senior Willa Bowman joins second and third graders in a cheer.
Junior Cougars Get First Glimpse of School Spirit at Kennedy’s Annual Cheer and Dance Clinic
Kennedy Golf Coach Michael Green celebrates the golfers' performances.
Photos: Varsity Boys Golf Defeated by Prairie on 9/5
Kennedy's Varsity Volleyball Team huddles together during a timeout.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball First Match Against Linn-Mar
Holding off a defender, Junior Hawkeye football commit, and left tackle Nicolai Brooks helps open a gap for running back senior Trevor Scott.
Brothers: Together as One
The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team regrouping during their match.
Bump, Set, Spike
Love Island is a reality dating show that centers around couples pairing up in a villa.
Love Island Franchise Makes History With Two Winning Black Couples
TCR's Waitress pulls together for a final week of shows. (The Cedar Rapids Gazette)
TCR’s “Waitress” Makes Waves as Talented Cast Comes Together
New legislation passed to allow districts to decide if staff can open carry a weapon. Teachers are conflicted.
Are We Safe Yet?
Students pose with teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Torch Celebrates the Kennedy Teaching Staff for Teacher Appreciation Week
As consumers we tend to skim nutrition labels...would you even notice if it read "may contain rats" ?
Rats: A New Superfood In Your Drink?
Senior Willa Bowman joins second and third graders in a cheer.
Junior Cougars Get First Glimpse of School Spirit at Kennedy’s Annual Cheer and Dance Clinic
Holding off a defender, Junior Hawkeye football commit, and left tackle Nicolai Brooks helps open a gap for running back senior Trevor Scott.
Brothers: Together as One
The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team regrouping during their match.
Bump, Set, Spike
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.
Walking in a KHS Wonderland
The Kennedy boys soccer team huddles together before the game.
Making Goals in More Ways Than One
Senior Safal Bhattarai participates in the 'Best Outfit' challenge at a pep rally.
We Did It, Safal.
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
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.
Walking in a KHS Wonderland
The Kennedy Student Section waits in anticipation for the team before they rush the court.
The Heart of Kennedy Athletics
TCR's Waitress pulls together for a final week of shows. (The Cedar Rapids Gazette)
TCR’s “Waitress” Makes Waves as Talented Cast Comes Together
Singing "Hakuna Matata," senior Samuel Larson makes his first appearance as the grown-up version of Simba.
Shining on Stage: Seniors in Kennedy’s Theater Department
Smiling at the camera, senior homecoming court nominee Jace Scott sits on top of a Corvette.
Homecoming Throughout the Halls
Kennedy Golf Coach Michael Green celebrates the golfers' performances.
Photos: Varsity Boys Golf Defeated by Prairie on 9/5
Kennedy's Varsity Volleyball Team huddles together during a timeout.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball First Match Against Linn-Mar
Photos: May 30 Softball vs Cedar Falls
Kicking the ball up to his teammates, junior Trevor LeMense.
Photos: May 7 Varsity Boys Soccer
Senior Jocelin Legunas going in to hug her coach, Annie Walsh.
Photos: Girls Soccer Senior Night on May 10
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
Maggie Goldberg

Maggie Goldberg, Writer

Hi, I’m Maggie Goldberg, a junior and writer for Torch! When I’m not taking notes, I play volleyball and tennis for Kennedy and am also a member of Happiness Inc. My passion is seeking new ways to express myself, whether it’s fashion, my curly hair, writing or doodling. 

All content by Maggie Goldberg
Holding off a defender, Junior Hawkeye football commit, and left tackle Nicolai Brooks helps open a gap for running back senior Trevor Scott.

Brothers: Together as One

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
September 2, 2024
The Kennedy Girls Varsity Volleyball team regrouping during their match.

Bump, Set, Spike

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
August 26, 2024
Insecurities affect us all.

Maggie’s Musings—Emma Wagner’s “Don’t Let Them See”

Maggie Goldberg and Emma Wagner
May 15, 2024
A visual representation of one's stream of consciousness, ideas scattered and seemingly unrelated.

Maggie’s Musings—It’s Something

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
April 17, 2024
Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at their first competition of the season, Morning Side Jazz Festival in Sioux City.

Kennedy Jazz 1 Makes History

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
March 8, 2024
Senior Joe Bean drives to the hoop through Iowa City West defenders.

Cougar Boys Basketball Aims for a Ticket to the Well

Maggie Goldberg and Miya Parker
February 27, 2024

Quiz: Which Cough Drop Flavor Are You?

Maggie Goldberg, Creator
February 16, 2024
Happy Valentines Day From The Torch!

Quiz: Which Valentines Day Present Are You?

Maggie Goldberg, Creator
February 14, 2024
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

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
January 31, 2024
The original post made on the CRCSD Facebook page suggests making a donation to the school district's foundation instead of getting gifts for teachers.

CRCSD Facebook Post Stirs Up Controversy Surrounding Teachers Gifts During the Holidays

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
December 20, 2023
Following through with his club, Paulson's swing launches the ball along with some grass.

Photos: Freshman Boys Golf Competes at Twin Pines on 9/7

Maggie Goldberg, Photographer
September 18, 2023
On hole four at Twin Pines Golf Course, freshman Brady Paulson lines up his putt.

At the height of his swing, Paulson makes his first turn on hole five at Twin Pines.

Walking towards the north corner of Twin Pines Golf Course, freshman Payson Kramer follows his competition.

Freshman Kael Haugen marches to his bag to exchange clubs before putting on hole four.

Kennedy freshman Luke Murray practices his swing at hole five.

Freshman Owen Cordes watches his drive off the second tee.

Isaac Renshaw finishes his drive on hole five.

Tyler Trudo finishes his meet on hole nine of Twin Pines Golf Course, shaking the hands of his opponents from Xavier and Jefferson.

Junior Athlete of the Week Maren Diederich serves one of her aces.

Kennedy Volleyball Player Maren Diederich Nominated for Des Moines Register Female Athlete of the Week

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
August 20, 2023
Most common means of travel for Kennedy students.

Cougars Over the Summer

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
June 2, 2023
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

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
May 9, 2023
The decrease in Marvel's quality of production in recent years is shown through their reviews, CGI and storylines.

The Collapse of the MCU and the End of an Era

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
April 21, 2023
Kennedy schedule for Tuesday, March 7, when students are honored at and academic assembly.

Altered Schedules as Kennedy Recognizes Students and Competes at State

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
March 3, 2023
State Qualifier Jordan Twiddy pinning a Muscatine wrestler on Jan. 14.

Kennedy Boys’ Wrestling Approaches State With Three Competitors

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
February 15, 2023
Ceiling in the social studies hallway after caving in from the water pouring out of a burst pipe.

Kennedy Facilities In Disrepair After Winter Break

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
February 2, 2023
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