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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 Pratt's restraining order on Iowa's ban on mask mandates in schools.
Federal Judge Overrules Mask Mandate Ban
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
I'm 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

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All content by Tate Weaver
Senior Goodbye: Tate Weaver

Senior Goodbye: Tate Weaver

May 30, 2018
Principal Jason Kline and Ellie Grovert sr., giving a big thumbs up for graduation.

Special Ceremony for Five Kennedy Graduates

May 22, 2018
Seniors Sarah Alterbal, Dekota Berry, Nic Luongvan, Ellie Grovert, Hannah Jacoby all ready for graduation

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May 22, 2018
Seniors Sarah Alterbal, Dekota Berry, Nic Luongvan, Ellie Grovert, Hannah Jacoby all ready for graduation.

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May 22, 2018
Ellie Grovert sr., and Stephanie Grovert posing for a mommy daughter photo on such a special day.

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May 22, 2018
Seniors Sarah Alterbal, Dekota Berry, Nic Luongvan, Ellie Grovert, Hannah Jacoby Happy to transition into the next stage of their lives along with principal Jason Kline.

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May 22, 2018
Mary Gibney and seniors Sarah Alterbal, Dekota Berry, Nic Luongvan, Ellie Grovert, Hannah Jacoby and Principal Jason Kline, smiling for the audience.

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May 22, 2018
Nic Luongvan sr., and principal Jason Kline posing for parents before celebratory cake.

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May 22, 2018
George Anderson and Dekota Berry sr., smiling for one more time after working together for many years.

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May 22, 2018
Mary Gibney and seniors Sarah Alterbal, Dekota Berry, Nic Luongvan, Ellie Grovert, Hannah Jacoby smiling after their getting their awards.

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May 22, 2018
Hannah Jacoby sr., posing for a picture with principal Jason Kline, after the Special Ceremony.

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May 22, 2018
Conrado Chozas-Martinez racing towards the ball, against Washington Warriors. The JV 2 soccer game was on May 16, losing 3-2.

[Photo] The Kennedy Experience for Conrado

May 21, 2018
Hannah Mundell, sr., trying to steal the ball from Washington, to pass to Dekko.

Girls Build up for a Powerful Season

May 2, 2018
Terrell Jordan sr,. finishing the last leg of the varsity shuttle hurdle relay.

Running the Season Away

April 27, 2018
Working as a Team for a Purpose

Working as a Team for a Purpose

April 25, 2018
Jacob Green so., finishing first in the varsity 3200m run, obtaining a Drake qualifying time.

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April 25, 2018
Wes Jackson so., running the third leg of the varsity 4x800m race.

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April 25, 2018
Jaxon Thompson so,. finishing his high jump over the bar.

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April 25, 2018
Drew Bartles fr., long jumping into the long jump pit at Dubuque Senior high school.

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April 25, 2018
Laura Shook, jr., waving her phone with the flashlight on for the karaoke singing.

Mini-Dance Marathon 2018 Outcome

April 9, 2018
Seniors Grace Duffy, Alexis Peterson and Maddy Holmstedt smiling for a picture while dancing.

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April 9, 2018
Laura Shook, jr., and Lauren Krzywicki, fr., dancing as the night was getting started.

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April 9, 2018
Hannah Maus, jr., Brianna Petsche, sr., Lily Wiese, sr., and Sloane Ferring, so., singing karaoke.

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April 9, 2018
Lauren Krzywicki, fr., and teacher Hillary Nekvinda dancing the country style they both love.

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April 9, 2018
Everyone who attended Dance Marathon flex to represent Jack Strong.

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April 9, 2018
Jennifer Hoeger, Jack's mom telling the story of Jack's life and how he is supported by many people.

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April 9, 2018
Freshmen Kailey Sonders, Sarah Grams and Kaylee Wharton excited for the dance.

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April 9, 2018
The crowd cheering on Jack Hoeger, jr., during his break dance scene.

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April 9, 2018
Weston Turner, so., and Ellie Grovert, sr., hanging out at Kennedy's Dance Marathon.

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April 9, 2018
Officer Charity Hansel hugging junior Jack Hoeger after a hard fought arm wrestling match.

[Photo] Mini Dance Marathon: Just Good Fun

April 2, 2018
Senior Angel Franco arm wrestling junior Jack Hoeger during SMART Time on April 4.

[Photo] Mini Dance Marathon: Just Good Fun

April 2, 2018
Co-ed Dance team takes the floor

Co-ed Dance team takes the floor

March 29, 2018
Logan levendusky fr., jumping over the beam for his high jump height.

MVC Men’s Indoor Track Meet 3/12/18

March 19, 2018
Game day for Cougar basketball

Game day for Cougar basketball

February 27, 2018
Ben Sarasin talking to his fellow students about his award.

State Wrestling

February 19, 2018
Kennedy Men's Bowling state qualifier team.

Bowling State Qualifier 2018 Photos

February 15, 2018
Weston Turner, so. 100-yard Fly

Kennedy Swimming: Districts 2018

February 5, 2018
Danny Mulhern fr., swims in the individual medley.

The Dangers of Swimming

February 1, 2018
Track and Field Starts in Early February

Track and Field Starts in Early February

January 19, 2018
The restaurant offers Detroit, regular and Chicago-style pizzas.

Pizza is exquisite at Ruby’s

December 19, 2017
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