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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
Kennedy's "Elf The Musical Jr." set to hold auditions on Oct. 15-16.
Kennedy Announces Winter Musical “Elf Jr.” to Audition October 14 and 15
Kennedy Volleyball team huddles around bench during time out.
Kennedy Volleyball Welcomes New Coaching Staff
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
Kennedy Volleyball team huddles around bench during time out.
Kennedy Volleyball Welcomes New Coaching Staff
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
Should phones be allowed in classrooms at Kennedy?
Cell Phone Policy Sweeps Kennedy, Do Benefits Outweigh Potential Danger?
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
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
In a neutral position, sophomore Meredith Kaump stands her ground.
Meredith Kaump Stands her Ground Throughout the Season
Halloween costume ideas can be found across any social media this October.
Best 2024 Halloween Trends: Couples, Singles and Friend Groups
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.
Kennedy Dance Team joins together for a picture after their jazz routine.
Dance Team Preps Soloists for State Qualifier
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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Claire Frank

Claire Frank, Marketer

Hello my name is Claire Frank this is my fourth year in Torch. I am involved in Varsity Cheer, Happiness Inc., winter and spring musicals, Cougar Bandana, Key Club and NCYL. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, watching movies and hanging out with friends.
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Vending machine sign reads "VENDING MACHINES ARE NOT ACTIVE UNTIL 3:00 PM DAILY," a change we are unsure about the duration of.

Vending Machine Shutdown Divides The Torch Staff

Claire Frank and Sonja Woerner
April 10, 2024
Quiz: What Broadway Musical Are You?

Quiz: What Broadway Musical Are You?

Claire Frank, Creator
September 15, 2023
Saying Goodbye to Our Beloved Kennedy Teachers

Saying Goodbye to Our Beloved Kennedy Teachers

Claire Frank, Rowan Hesford, and Emma Rood
August 4, 2023
Former Kennedy student wears the old Kennedy costume.

The Return of Kenny

Claire Frank and Rowan Hesford
July 18, 2023
Ellie is coming to Kennedy to work as a service dog.

Kennedy Welcomes Ellie the Service Dog

Claire Frank, Writer
April 24, 2023
Owen Kilgore (Mr. Rogers) and Elizabeth Goff (Lady Aberlin) performing Treat People with Kindness.

The End of the 2023 Show Choir Season

Claire Frank, Writer
March 24, 2023
The Kennedy auditorium in which movie night will be held to raise money for the Class of 2026.

Class of 2026 Holds a Valentine’s Day Movie

Claire Frank, Writer
February 8, 2023
Junior Cayden Foye took 7th overall at the MVC Supermeet.

KHS Bowling MVC Recap

Claire Frank and Kaitlyn Dolphin
February 1, 2023
Changes in the price of women's period products over time, making them less accessible to high school students.

Vandalism Sparks Removal of Feminine Hygiene Product in Bathrooms

Claire Frank, Writer
January 25, 2023
Photo from the Samaritan Purse, shows how to pack your shoe box

Give Back This Christmas

Claire Frank, Writer
December 20, 2022
Kennedy's Fading Tradition

Kennedy’s Fading Tradition

Claire Frank and Ella Smith
October 26, 2022
Candy Corn Craze

Candy Corn Craze

Claire Frank, Writer
October 24, 2022
Agriculture Club created a garden near the Kennedy track.

Join Our Clubs!

Isaac White and Claire Frank
June 22, 2022
Many Kennedy students will continue school during the summer.

Summer School is Saving Students’ GPA

Claire Frank, Writer
June 2, 2022
Students pose with teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week.

Kennedy Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week

Claire Frank and Molly Martin
May 2, 2022
The Academic Decathlon Team Heads to State

The Academic Decathlon Team Heads to State

Claire Frank, Writer
February 21, 2022
Academic Decathlon Qualifies for State

Academic Decathlon Qualifies for State

Claire Frank, Writer
February 17, 2022
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