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In preparation for the premiere, the Puffs production crew work on the props. The play was moved into the auditorium because of the size of the set.
Puffs Comes to Kennedy
The Struggle Of The Arts
The Struggle Of The Arts
The smallpox vaccine has proved effective against Monkeypox.
Monkeypox: Minor Disruption or New Epidemic?
Senior Nelta Earl waves during homecoming parade.
Homecoming Scene Changes…Again
Many Kennedy students will continue school during the summer.
Summer School is Saving Students’ GPA
Sophomores set up against Jefferson
Photos: Sophomore Football Defeats Jefferson 49-0
Photos: Kennedy Boys Golf Competes at Meet on 9/1
Photos: Kennedy Boys Golf Competes at Meet on 9/1
Kennedy defense sets up against Bettendorf offense.
Varsity Football Claims an Away Victory Over the Bettendorf Bulldogs
Molly Joyner serves the ball over the net at a varsity volleyball game.
Molly Joyner: Finding Success in Many Places
Miles Wilson runs at track meet.
Miles Wilson: Running His Way into the Record Book
Students worry about their class rank throughout their years of high school.
Students Are Not Their Class Rank
Graduates from the Senior Class of 2022 share their high school advice.
Senior Advice
A Commentary on 13 Reasons Why
A Commentary on 13 Reasons Why
Students should not have to be scared when they walk into school.
Enough is Enough.
Author James Belding works silently in the Torch classroom.
Being the Quiet Kid
Senior Nelta Earl waves during homecoming parade.
Homecoming Scene Changes…Again
Kinder Kennedy posing with the eggs they hid around the school.
Spreading Kindness in a Quiet Way
Hemann helps a student during class.
Project Lead the Way: Introducing Students to STEM
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
Agriculture Club created a garden near the Kennedy track.
Join Our Clubs!
Kline discussing the meaning of the spirit stick at a pep assembly.
Jason Kline: The King of Kennedy
Student artist Megan Cousins pulls from other media to represent feelings about the internets immediate and captivating nature
Expression Through Art
Molly Joyner serves the ball over the net at a varsity volleyball game.
Molly Joyner: Finding Success in Many Places
Dan Carolin (in the middle) and his squad pose in their Hawaiian shirts.
Dan Carolin: Human Connection Through Language
Brian Stubblefield shows off one of the hand-made electric cars in Barry Wilson’s classroom.
Speeding Through Senior Year
Student Art Showcase
Student Art Showcase
Headlights in Deer
Headlights in Deer
Im Not Exactly Sad
I’m Not Exactly Sad
The Waves of Reminiscence
The Waves of Reminiscence
One for Sorrow
One for Sorrow
Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West
Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West
Sophomores set up against Jefferson
Photos: Sophomore Football Defeats Jefferson 49-0
Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park
Kennedys Cross Country Teams Host A Meet At Seminole Valley Park
Football Continues Undefeated Streak In 38-0 Win Over Dubuque Senior
Football Continues Undefeated Streak In 38-0 Win Over Dubuque Senior
Volleyball Defeats Linn-Mar 3-1
Volleyball Defeats Linn-Mar 3-1
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Review: The Muppets Most Wanted

Review: The Muppets Most Wanted

May 1, 2014
Dr. Mary Wilcynski, principal,- Absolutely not, its not going to solve the issues of gun control and mental health issues, arming teachers is not, in my opinion, the way to go about that.

Hall of Fame inductees

February 13, 2014
Former Kennedy staff member gets Survivor nod

Former Kennedy staff member gets Survivor nod

January 23, 2014
NBA Live 14 preview

NBA Live 14 preview

November 15, 2013
School evacuation

School evacuation

November 15, 2013

Girls’ cross country advances to state

October 29, 2013

Should college football players get paid?

October 23, 2013

Kennedy teacher travels to Mexico

October 16, 2013

Cougar volleyball off to a good start

September 13, 2013

Seldom Seen festival

March 27, 2013
Voice in the hall: a freshman cheering and dancing

Voice in the hall: a freshman cheering and dancing

January 10, 2013
Robotics team earns 6th in tournament

Robotics team earns 6th in tournament

December 11, 2012
Get your dancing shoes

Get your dancing shoes

December 6, 2012
Torch earns high awards at state conference

Torch earns high awards at state conference

October 17, 2012
Torch named as Pacemaker finalist

Torch named as Pacemaker finalist

September 7, 2012

Around the universe

July 11, 2012

Same-sex marriage

June 3, 2012

Dance dance Spanish revolution

May 24, 2012
Senioritis hits Kennedy

Senioritis hits Kennedy

May 18, 2012
Students prepare for AP Exams

Students prepare for AP Exams

May 4, 2012
prom 2012

Countdown for prom 2012

April 26, 2012
Army SSG Sal Giunta to return to Kennedy

Army SSG Sal Giunta to return to Kennedy

April 25, 2012
School wins national First Amendment award

School wins national First Amendment award

April 6, 2012

Obama visits Cedar Rapids

January 30, 2012
Winter storm may push off Kennedy vs.Linn Mar game

Winter storm may push off Kennedy vs.Linn Mar game

January 19, 2012
Bailey Steinke, jr., frames herself between two performers as she sings her solo.

Show choir kicks off season with dessert concert

January 12, 2012

Phased by Ryan Unash

December 17, 2011

Student work: Ryan Unash

December 14, 2011

5 ways to stay healthy during the winter

December 12, 2011

10 ways to make your Christmas merrier

December 2, 2011

Theater department prepares for Playtime Poppy

November 9, 2011

Bowling begins its 2011 season

November 8, 2011

Students lead morning announcements

November 5, 2011

Girls swimming heads to Marshalltown

November 4, 2011
School cents gives money back to Kennedy

School cents gives money back to Kennedy

November 2, 2011

Kennedy holds student leadership retreat

November 2, 2011

Chinese dragon comes to Kennedy

November 1, 2011
The final design of the pumpkin after the carving process is complete.

Pumpkin carving how to

October 31, 2011

Paying the price

October 6, 2011

Best Buddies

October 6, 2011
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