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Student fear for their safety as the potential for threats increases.
Prioritizing Protection: Kennedy High School Implements New Safety Precautions
Violin members of the Kennedy Symphony Orchestra lead as an example for the Harding violins.
Kennedy Musicians in Band, Orchestra and Choir Accepted into All State Music Festival
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
Tackling a Davenport North player, Henry Wilkes nears the 50 yard line.
Henry Wilkes: Students, Athlete, Musician
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
Women and men must stand united against the issue of rape on college campuses.
The Risk of Rape: Sexual Violence Concerns Sway College Decisions
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
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
Tackling a Davenport North player, Henry Wilkes nears the 50 yard line.
Henry Wilkes: Students, Athlete, Musician
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
Halloween costume ideas can be found across any social media this October.
Best 2024 Halloween Trends: Couples, Singles and Friend Groups
Violin members of the Kennedy Symphony Orchestra lead as an example for the Harding violins.
Kennedy Musicians in Band, Orchestra and Choir Accepted into All State Music Festival
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.
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
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
Haylee Brewer

Haylee Brewer, Writer

This year at Kennedy I am a junior and i’m so excited to see what this year brings! My position in the Torch this year is the photo editor along with a writer, and i’ve been in Torch for 2 years now. Photography is something I am very passionate about and that’s what I usually do on my free time. My favorite thing to do outside of photography is read, that’s not the usual teenagers hobby but hey, its mine. My dog is my absolute favorite and her name is Zara. I am ready for this year and cannot wait to see how another year of journalism goes!!

All content by Haylee Brewer
Boys Varsity Against Prairie

Boys Varsity Against Prairie

Haylee Brewer, Photo Editor
March 9, 2020
The Kennedy marching band entering before a football game last season.

[Photo] Music and Games at the Kennedy Band Carnival

Arya Forbes, Writer
March 6, 2020
Elise Kim, so. and Grace Ntanyungy, so. supporting each other.

[Photo] A Generation With Open Arms

Lindsey Matus, Writer
May 27, 2020
Edited by Ashton Nanke

[Photo] Should Cancel Culture Be Canceled

Maggie Talbott-Malone, Writer
February 4, 2020
Dragon Dance team practice before the Academic awards assembly.

[Photo] Embracing Culture with Dragon Dance

March 10, 2020
Kennedy Takes A Victory Against Iowa City West

Kennedy Takes A Victory Against Iowa City West

Haylee Brewer, Photo Editor
February 7, 2020
Action shot from the game of Kennedy versus Prairie

[Photo] Excite Night: Kennedy Cougars Take On Liberty Lightning

Zaidin Boehmke, Writer
February 7, 2020
Josh White intently playing defense to stop the Prairie Hawks last Friday, Jan. 31.

[Photo] Roll Cougars

Zaidin Boehmke, Writer
February 6, 2020
Mawadda Tawil, jr. holds up a sign that reads "When I said Id rather die than go to math class, I was joking."

Kennedy Students Demand Change

Haylee Brewer and Elise Hrabik
January 30, 2020
Elise Kim, so., applying lipstick. Photo edited by Ashton Nanke.

Boys Will be Boys and Girls Will be …

Haylee Brewer and Kaylia Richards
January 28, 2020
Daniel Juarez, jr., underneath the pressure caused by life as a teenager. Photo edited by Ashton Nanke.

[Photo] Support at the Source

Elise Hrabik, Writer
January 27, 2020
The Kennedy High School sign located in front of the building.

[Photo] New Year’s Day Shooting Near Kennedy

Joel Dillman, Writer
January 3, 2020
George Anderson walking into the gym during the pep assembly to accept the award.

[Photo] George Anderson: 2020 Iowa Teacher of the Year

December 10, 2019
The class of 2021 at the Winter Pep Assembly who emerged victorious. Which will win this year's virtual pep rally?

[Photo] Virtual Pep Assembly

March 23, 2020
Kennedy student with their green bandana on their backpack, yet another source for students who need help.

[Photo] Resources for the Teens of Kennedy

Adam Sullivan, Writer
December 3, 2019
Kennedy Cougars at the Dome

Kennedy Cougars at the Dome

Haylee Brewer, Photo Editor
November 25, 2019
The Cougars playing at Kingston Stadium.

[Photo] The Kennedy Cougars are Headed to the Dome

Jami Martin-Trainor, Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2019
Student wearing the homeless night t-shirt.

[Photo] Homeless Night Success

Anabel Bradley, Writer
November 14, 2019
Kennedy Takes A Win Against Urbandale

Kennedy Takes A Win Against Urbandale

Haylee Brewer, Photo Editor
November 11, 2019
Women's Self Defense

Women’s Self Defense

Haylee Brewer, Photo Editor
November 8, 2019
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[Photo] Friday Football Game VS Dodgers

Joel Dillman and Kaylia Richards
November 1, 2019
Member of the WSD learning how to react in a dangerous situation.

[Photo] Women on the Defense

Elise Hrabik, Photographer/Writer
October 31, 2019
Kennedy Football player taking the field at Kingston Stadium.

Cougars Ending the Regular Season With a Win

Haylee Brewer, Photo Editor
October 27, 2019
Kennedy Cougars Take on the Bulldogs

Kennedy Cougars Take on the Bulldogs

Haylee Brewer, Photo Editor
October 17, 2019
Kennedy student section focused on the game while the cheerleaders perform.

[Photo] Rowdy for the Wrong Reasons

Olivia Riley-Schmelzer, Writer
October 11, 2019
The Kennedy Varsity Football team getting ready to take on the field at their game against valley.

[Photo] Cougar Optimism at Kingston Stadium

Lindsey Matus, Writer
October 3, 2019
Dan Carolin (in the middle) and his squad pose in their Hawaiian shirts.

[Photo] Aloha, Hawaiian Shirt Thursdays: In Memory of Rick Nees

Savanna Sievert, Writer
September 24, 2019
Student at Kennedy High School attempting to maneuver Infinite Campus on their new chromebook.

[Photo] Infinite Struggles

Samuel Miranda, Writer
September 20, 2019
The Kennedy Varsity Football team running towards the student section after winning their latest game against the Linn Mar Lions.

[Photo] Football Under the Full Moon

Joel Dillman, Writer
September 13, 2019
Remember to complete all these task to have a smooth and easy graduation.

Say Hello to the Adult World, Seniors

Haylee Brewer, Writer
May 23, 2019
Senior Jazlynn Luckman smiling outside at prom.

Prom Under the Stars

Haylee Brewer, Writer
May 10, 2019
Cougar Pantry, the resource that Kennedy offered to students who needed or wanted food to take home.

Cougar Corner pantry opens today

Haylee Brewer, Writer
April 9, 2019
New Friday schedule starting March 1.

How Will CRCSD and Other Districts be Making Up School Days?

Haylee Brewer, Writer
February 26, 2019
Rick Nees helping students, Lexi Aarhus jr., Reya Sands sr., and Lindsay Guffey sr., with geometry.

As a Family, We Grieve Together

Haylee Brewer, Writer
November 30, 2018
Pink Tax

Pink Tax

Haylee Brewer, Writer
September 28, 2018
Principal of Washington high school wearing Kennedy's colors.

Coats for Kids

Haylee Brewer, Writer
September 27, 2018
Fortnite is one of the world's most popular games today. On school computers, the site is blocked by the school district, but students can still access the game on their cell phones.

All in Favor of Fortnite?

Haylee Brewer, Shaun Pothepalli
May 17, 2018
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