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Student fear for their safety as the potential for threats increases.
Prioritizing Protection: Kennedy High School Implements New Safety Precautions
Violin members of the Kennedy Symphony Orchestra lead as an example for the Harding violins.
Kennedy Musicians in Band, Orchestra and Choir Accepted into All State Music Festival
Kennedy's art classrooms are full to bursting with students developing their creativity skills.
Kennedy Students Featured in Coe College’s First High School Art Show
Hiawatha Library roaches out to local teens through activity nights.
Hiawatha Library Offers Teen Involvement Program
Kennedy Symphony Orchestra performs Swan Lake at annual winter concert.
Kennedy Orchestra to Host Fall Concert at End of October
Tackling a Davenport North player, Henry Wilkes nears the 50 yard line.
Henry Wilkes: Students, Athlete, Musician
Junior Adam Gray enters the homestretch sprinting.
Two Kennedy Cross Country Runners Qualify for State
The varsity team huddles during a time out.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball Defeats Washington Warriors
Sophomores Addy Phillips and Charley Lovell block the Linn-Mar hitter at the net while Amling covers the off-block.
Kennedy Varsity Volleyball Sweeps Davenport Central in Round One
Freshman Tanner Stockert pulls ahead in his race to the finish line.
Photos: Cross Country Runs at Seminole Valley on September 26
Women and men must stand united against the issue of rape on college campuses.
The Risk of Rape: Sexual Violence Concerns Sway College Decisions
Voter registration forms were brought for students.
Disengaged and Disinterested: Student Voting Registration at Kennedy High School
Seniors Maggie Goldberg and Ella Moser pose after being crowned "Homecoming Royalty."
Homecoming Royalty Controversy Sparks Social Media Debate
Colleen Hoover's bestseller "It Ends With Us" stirs up controversy as film adaption causes sparks between cast members.
From Book Pages to the Big Screen: “It Ends With Us” Raises Concerns After Hitting Theaters
Iowa's New attendance policy took effect on July 1.
Iowa’s New Attendance Policy Takes Effect on Cedar Rapids Schools
Instructor Brain Jeffords adds weight to a bridge.
Photos: Kennedy’s Project Lead the Way Experiments with Engineering and Construction
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
Tackling a Davenport North player, Henry Wilkes nears the 50 yard line.
Henry Wilkes: Students, Athlete, Musician
Kennedy Alumni Cael Joens Back to Teach Social Studies and Direct Theater
Kennedy Alumni Cael Joens Back to Teach Social Studies and Direct Theater
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
Halloween costume ideas can be found across any social media this October.
Best 2024 Halloween Trends: Couples, Singles and Friend Groups
Violin members of the Kennedy Symphony Orchestra lead as an example for the Harding violins.
Kennedy Musicians in Band, Orchestra and Choir Accepted into All State Music Festival
Kennedy's art classrooms are full to bursting with students developing their creativity skills.
Kennedy Students Featured in Coe College’s First High School Art Show
Seniors Conner Below, Max Leno and Blake Kroemer join their buddy Joe Lutz.
Photos: Best Buddies Holds Matching Party on October 16
Now-graduated Happiness members sing the 2023-2024 ballad.
Brett Carroll Camp Comes to Happiness, Inc.
The varsity team huddles during a time out.
Photos: Varsity Volleyball Defeats Washington Warriors
Seniors Conner Below, Max Leno and Blake Kroemer join their buddy Joe Lutz.
Photos: Best Buddies Holds Matching Party on October 16
Sophomores Callum Fortune and Sam Myers assists John Bednar.
Student Government Hosts Circle of Friends on 10/15
Freshman Tanner Stockert pulls ahead in his race to the finish line.
Photos: Cross Country Runs at Seminole Valley on September 26
In unison with her teammates, sophomore May Turner spins her flag.
Kennedy Marching Band Takes on Starfest in Sioux City
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Merideth Langton

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor

Hi, I’m Merideth! I am the senior Photo Editor for the Torch. Outside of photography I also am in Happiness Inc. and golf. You will probably see me on the sidelines or in the audience of Kennedy events with a camera.

All content by Merideth Langton
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[Photo] Kennedy’s Winter Sports Start Their Seasons

Isaac White, Emma Rood, Tori Paga, Onnika Hallam, and Kloud Smith
December 4, 2023
Boy's Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game

Boy’s Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor
May 26, 2023
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage

Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor
May 25, 2023
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller plays alto saxophone for Kennedy Marching Band's 2022-2023 show, "Black Widow."

[Photo] Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller Takes The Field

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 18, 2023
Molly Martin showcases her promposal to Kaitlyn Dolphin

[Photo] The Declining “Promposal” Phenomenon

Madisen Maxa
May 10, 2023
Velma (Junior Daraiya Hurt) and Roxie (Senior Elizabeth Goff) pose on a piano with ensemble members.

Crime Comes to the Kennedy Stage in Chicago

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor
April 18, 2023
Senior Kenzie Reed looks to pass the ball to a teammate while being defended.

Photos: Boys Basketball Wraps Up Season in The Well

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor
March 10, 2023
The Juniors pose together with the Spirit Stick after defeating the other classes.

Photos: Junior Class Takes Home the Spirit Stick In Spring Pep Assembly

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor
March 31, 2023
Robert Johnson smiles during the class of 2022 commencement ceremony.

[Photo] Senior Reminders for the Class of 2023

March 23, 2023
Junior Micah Schlaak reaches to block a Pleasant Valley basket.

Kennedy Boys’ Basketball Achieves High Honors

Haile Miller and Merideth Langton
March 22, 2023
Strolling the aisles of Target is a popular pastime in Cedar Rapids.

[Photo] A Picture Perfect Spring Break

Joshua Barker, Writer
March 11, 2023
Junior Trevan Krumrei reaches around a North Scott player to put the ball in the basket.

Photos: Boys Basketball Punches Ticket to the Well

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor
March 1, 2023
Senior Kenzie Reed defends his basket against Davenport West.

Photos: Boys Basketball Takes Down Davenport West In Substate Semifinal

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor
February 28, 2023
Senior starters Colby Dolphin, Kenzie Reed and Carter Newhouse pose in the photo studio.

[Photo] The Road to The Well: Boys Basketball Beat Davenport West 97-46 on Senior Night

Molly Martin, Managing Editor
February 28, 2023
Senior Kenzie Reed poses in the photo studio.

[Photo] The Road to the Well: Boys Basketball goes Undefeated for the First Time in School History

Molly Martin, Managing Editor
February 17, 2023
Junior Trevan Krumrei puts up a 3-pointer.

[Photo] The Road to the Well: Postseason Brackets Announced for Boys Basketball

Molly Martin, Managing Editor
February 15, 2023
Varsity starters pose for team picture in the photo studio.

[Photo] The Road to the Well: Boys Basketball Finishes Out the Final Weeks of the Regular Season

Molly Martin, Managing Editor
February 10, 2023
Jaxon Robinson prepares to bowl.

[Photo] Jaxon Robinson: Tearing Up the Lane

Jordan Horne, Writer
February 9, 2023
Seniors from Kennedy's 2022 prom pose during the Grand March.

[Photo] Prom On A Budget

Madisen Maxa, Writer
February 10, 2023
Senior Alex Hume took 1st as an individual.

Photos: Cougar Boys Bowling Takes 1st at MVC Meet

Merideth Langton and Molly Martin
January 30, 2023
Junior Micah Schlaak shoots over a Wahlert player during a game on Jan. 17.

Photos: Boys Basketball Beats Wahlert Catholic, 86-55

Isaac White and Merideth Langton
January 17, 2023
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.

[Photo] Holiday Traditions at Kennedy

Anabel Bradley, Editor-in-Chief
December 20, 2022
Elizabeth Goff (Belle) and Jake Horton (Beast) dance during the song "Tale as Old as Time."

Photos: Playtime Poppy Presents Beauty and the Beast

Merideth Langton, Photographer
December 2, 2022
Sophomore Landon Deiters goes up for a basket surrounded by Jefferson players.

Photos: Basketball Double Header Ends In Two Victories Over Jefferson

Merideth Langton, Photographer
December 13, 2022
The freshman class celebrates winning the spirit stick.

Cougars Celebrate The Holiday Spirit In The Winter Pep Assembly

Merideth Langton, Photographer
December 4, 2022
Sophomore Lexi Moore prepares to go up against two Prairie defenders.

Photos: Basketball Dominates Prairie in Double Header

Merideth Langton, Photographer
December 19, 2022
Senior Kenzie Reed fights off CR Jefferson's defense.

[Photo] Boys’ Varsity Basketball Sets New School Record

Molly Martin, Writer
December 10, 2022
Junior Luke O'Brien (Gaston) flexes behind the Silly Girls during the song "Gaston".

[Photo] Kennedy Actors Shine in Beauty and the Beast

Emma Beachner, Writer
December 8, 2022
Dance team performs at Winter Pep Assembly on Dec. 1.

[Photo] Dance Team Competes at State

Molly Martin, Writer
December 6, 2022
Senior Elizabeth Goff (Belle) and senior Jake Horton (Beast) after their waltz in a dress rehearsal.

[Photo] Kennedy Presents a Tale as Old as Time

Joshua Barker, Writer
December 1, 2022
Andy Courtney coaches the girls' team during a time out.

[Photo] The Return of Coach Courtney

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
November 22, 2022
Cheerleaders at state basketball in Des Moines.

[Photo] Kennedy Cheer Looks for New Team Members

Molly Martin, Writer
November 17, 2022
Senior Kyle Crock walks with his family during the senior night ceremony.

The Road to The Dome: Varsity Football Beats Dubuque Hempstead

Molly Martin, Merideth Langton, and Isaac White
October 24, 2022
Junior Anthony runs the ball with senior Ryker Stelling's protections.

Photos: Varsity Football Claims 44-0 Win Over Davenport West

Molly Martin and Merideth Langton
October 10, 2022
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is struggling to find enough ELL teachers

[Photo] Kennedy Suffers an ELL Teacher Shortage

October 10, 2022
Sports announcer, Glen Wiebel, watches a Kennedy volleyball game. After filling in for Rich Patterson, he fell in love with the job.

[Photo] Glen Wiebel: The Voice of Cougar Athletics

Kaitlyn Dolphin, Writer
October 5, 2022
Athlete digs for the ball, sending it back over the net.

Photos: Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West

Merideth Langton, Photographer
September 28, 2022
Kennedy and Dubuque Senior go head to head in an effort to get the ball.

Photos: Football Continues Undefeated Streak In 38-0 Win Over Dubuque Senior

Merideth Langton and Isaac White
September 26, 2022
Sophomore Ady Hermanson spikes the ball over the net to score a point on Linn-Mar.

Photos: Volleyball Defeats Linn-Mar 3-1

Merideth Langton, Photographer
September 22, 2022
Photos: Cougars Win Homecoming Game Over Jefferson 55-6

Photos: Cougars Win Homecoming Game Over Jefferson 55-6

Merideth Langton and Isaac White
September 18, 2022
Senior Anabel Bradley throws candy during the 2022 Kennedy Homecoming Parade.

[Photo] Homecoming Week Rolls Into Kennedy

September 26, 2023
Cheerleading and Dance Team walk in the parade.

Photos: Kennedy Homecoming Parade Celebrates Cougar Activities

Merideth Langton and Isaac White
September 15, 2022
Senior Nelta Earl waves during homecoming parade.

[Photo] Homecoming Scene Changes…Again

Emma Beachner, Writer
September 15, 2022
The Cougars line up on the baseline during the end of the freshman game.

Photos: Cougar Football Defeats Washington in Blackout Game

Merideth Langton and Isaac White
September 9, 2022
Photos: Football Opens Season With Win Over IC West

Photos: Football Opens Season With Win Over IC West

Merideth Langton and Isaac White
September 2, 2022
Class of 2024 posing for a group photo.

Best Spirit In America: Fall Pep Assembly 2022

Merideth Langton, Photographer
September 1, 2022
Molly Joyner serves the ball over the net at a varsity volleyball game.

[Photo] Molly Joyner: Finding Success in Many Places

Lizzy Hawkes, Writer
June 13, 2022
Students should not have to be scared when they walk into school.

[Photo] Enough is Enough.

Anabel Bradley, Writer
June 3, 2022
Kline discussing the meaning of the spirit stick at a pep assembly.

[Photo] Jason Kline: The King of Kennedy

Rowan Hesford, Writer
August 12, 2022
Agriculture Club created a garden near the Kennedy track.

[Photo] Join Our Clubs!

June 22, 2022
Author James Belding works silently in the Torch classroom.

[Photo] Being the Quiet Kid

May 26, 2022
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[Photo] Fashion Forward

Lizzy Hawkes, Writer
July 6, 2022
Photos: Anything But A Backpack Day

Photos: Anything But A Backpack Day

Merideth Langton, Photographer
May 25, 2022
Wilsee Kollie shares her art created to honor the volume of Black hair.

[Photo] Representing With the Rainbow

Anabel Bradley, Writer
June 1, 2022
Photos: Rock & Roll Returns With Symphonic Rock

Photos: Rock & Roll Returns With Symphonic Rock

Merideth Langton, Photographer
May 24, 2022
Photos: Grand March and Prom

Photos: Grand March and Prom

Merideth Langton, Photographer
May 23, 2022
Ellie Wilkes works behind the scenes of Kennedy's 2022 production of Matilda.

[Photo] The Whirlwind Life of Boring Ellie

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 23, 2022
Questions are being raised about the right way to go about abortions.

[Photo] What’s Happening to Women’s Rights?

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer
May 17, 2022
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Ashlynn Williams uses art as a creative outlook in her life.

[Photo] A Colorful View

May 10, 2022
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