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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
Alexander Jackson leaving court following a hearing in July 2022.
Cedar Rapids Man on Trial for 2021 Triple Murder
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
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
Ami Jacobo practicing her choreography during Happiness Inc. rehearsal.
Kennedy Show Choirs Make Their Debut
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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Junior Natalie Fiester wrestles Dubuque Hempstead opponent.

[Photo] Kennedy Girls’ Wrestling Goes 2-0 During Their First Ever Season

December 12, 2022
Junior Cyrus Courtney dodges a Hempstead player and makes his way to the end zone.

2022 Football Season Comes to an End

November 9, 2022
Malec posing for a photo.

[Photo] Dustin Malec, Spanish

October 14, 2022
Williams on her first day at Kennedy.

[Photo] Chastity Williams, Study Hall

October 14, 2022
Daverblaus during his parking lot duty.

[Photo] Clark Daverbalus, Study Hall

October 14, 2022
McNabb posing with her daughter.

[Photo] Dottie McNabb, Study Hall

October 14, 2022
Hall in the orchestra room after conducting a piece.

[Photo] John Hall, Orchestra

October 14, 2022
Greene outside of his classroom.

[Photo] Nate Greene, Chemistry

October 14, 2022
Rassmussen outside of his classroom.

[Photo] Jeffrey Rassmussen, Math

October 14, 2022
Gervin poses before heading into the game.

[Photo] Aiyanna Gervin: History in the Making

October 13, 2022
Students wond if they should take AP World of AP Euro.

AP World vs. AP Euro

May 18, 2022
Varsity Girls Soccer Defeats Dubuque Senior 8-1

Varsity Girls’ Soccer Defeats Dubuque Senior 8-1

May 6, 2022
Kennedy Boys Basketball Advances in the State Tournament

Kennedy Boys’ Basketball Advances in the State Tournament

March 10, 2022
Senior Jackson Bowman goes for a dunk in a game against Linn Mar.

Kennedy Boy’s Basketball Moves Into Post Season

February 25, 2022
Photos: Boys Gold Freshman Basketball

Photos: Boys Gold Freshman Basketball

February 15, 2022
Photos: Wrestling Senior Night

Photos: Wrestling Senior Night

February 1, 2022
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