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The Kennedy theater department will hold auditions for Chicago starting Tuesday, Jan. 31.
Kennedy Drama Ends 2022-2023 School Year with Chicago
New Superintendent Dr. Tawana Grover.
Cedar Rapids Community School District Announces New Superintendent
Gov. Kim Reynolds signs the Students First Act in the Capitol rotunda.
The Beginning of the End of Public Education in Iowa
Changes in the price of womens period products over time, making them less accessible to high school students.
Vandalism Sparks Removal of Feminine Hygiene Product in Bathrooms
Senior Kenzie Reed shoots for three.
Boys’ Basketball Now Ranked First in the State
Mirabelle Sackfield looks to pass the ball.
Kennedy Girls’ JV2 Defeated 52-2
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
Senior Kenzie Reed sinks a deep 3 point shot
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs Prairie
Senior Kenzie Reed shoots for three.
Boys’ Basketball Now Ranked First in the State
Freshman Sam Bloomquist swims freestyle
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Swim on Jan. 3
Gov. Kim Reynolds signs the Students First Act in the Capitol rotunda.
The Beginning of the End of Public Education in Iowa
Junior Luke OBrien (Gaston) flexes behind the Silly Girls during the song Gaston.
Kennedy Actors Shine in Beauty and the Beast
Kennedys Happiness Inc. attends a Trunk-or-Treat.
Trick-or-Treat or Trunk-or-Treat?
Noreen worked to meet the needs of everyone around her as superintendent. She met others with love and compassion.
It’s “Just Noreen”
Candy Corn Craze
Candy Corn Craze
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
Senior Lucas Dolphin Bowls his Third Sanctioned 300
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.
Holiday Traditions at Kennedy
Protégé soloist performing the shows opener during a dress rehearsal.
Protégé Enters The Danger Zone
Kinder Kennedy posing with the eggs they hid around the school.
Spreading Kindness in a Quiet Way
Mens Volleyball will be coming to Kennedy in the form of a club.
Men’s Volleyball Comes To Kennedy
Dance Team poses in Des Moines at the state competition.
Taylor Cropley: Alum Returns Home
Bella performs as lead character Megan Jones in Kennedys production of Puffs.
Bella Griffin: Getting Involved Across the School
Tony Vis watches as Kennedy competes during a basketball game.
Tony Vis: His Love for the Game
Andy Courtney coaches the girls team during a time out.
The Return of Coach Courtney
Shiho Yabuchi and Daniel Carolin pose for a photo in their classroom.
Welcoming Shiho Yabuchi to Kennedy
The Kennedy theater department will hold auditions for Chicago starting Tuesday, Jan. 31.
Kennedy Drama Ends 2022-2023 School Year with Chicago
Alex Clay, Yuna Song, Marcelle Strait
Kennedy Select Choirs Perform Their Full Shows at Dessert Concert
Junior Luke OBrien (Gaston) flexes behind the Silly Girls during the song Gaston.
Kennedy Actors Shine in Beauty and the Beast
Senior Elizabeth Goff (Belle) and senior Jake Horton (Beast) after their waltz in a dress rehearsal.
Kennedy Presents a Tale as Old as Time
Protégé soloist performing the shows opener during a dress rehearsal.
Protégé Enters The Danger Zone
Mirabelle Sackfield looks to pass the ball.
Kennedy Girls’ JV2 Defeated 52-2
Alex Clay, Yuna Song, Marcelle Strait
Kennedy Select Choirs Perform Their Full Shows at Dessert Concert
Senior Kenzie Reed sinks a deep 3 point shot
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs Prairie
Freshman Sam Bloomquist swims freestyle
Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Swim on Jan. 3
Cael Smithhart lifting his opponent
Boys Wrestling Competes in a Meet on 1/14
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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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Seniors Sarah Alterbal, Dekota Berry, Nic Luongvan, Ellie Grovert, Hannah Jacoby all ready for graduation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Everyone who attended Dance Marathon flex to represent Jack Strong.

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Jennifer Hoeger, Jacks mom telling the story of Jacks life and how he is supported by many people.

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

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

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Weston Turner, so., and Ellie Grovert, sr., hanging out at Kennedys Dance Marathon.

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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 Mens 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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