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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
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Isaac White

Isaac White, Photographer

Hi, my name is Isaac White and I’m a senior right here at Kennedy. I’m one of the full-time photographers this year. I have a passion for capturing smiles and sports. Being outdoors, specifically backpacking, sparks my adventurous spirit. I’m a singer/dancer in Happiness Inc.

All content by Isaac White
Following through the serve, senior Olivia Hubbard tracks where the ball is going.

Photos: May 3 Varsity Girls Tennis vs Cedar Falls

Isaac White, Photographer
May 6, 2024
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.

[Photo] Kennedy’s Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18

Haile Miller, Videographer
April 17, 2024
A visual representation of one's stream of consciousness, ideas scattered and seemingly unrelated.

[Photo] Maggie’s Musings—It’s Something

Maggie Goldberg, Writer
April 17, 2024
Senior Jennifer Phillips tosses the ball as she starts the match.

[Photo] Girls Tennis Swings Into a New Season

Miya Parker, Writer
April 11, 2024
McKowen cuts around the edge to the basket.

Photos: Kennedy Basketball Takes on Ankeny in Second Round of the State Championships

Isaac White, Photographer
March 8, 2024
Senior Trevan Krumrei defends against Dallas Center-Grimes player.

Photos: Varsity Boys Basketball Dominates Against Dallas Center-Grimes in First Round of State Championships

Isaac White, Photographer
March 7, 2024
Washington High School's Momentum performs at Kennedy's "Raise The Roof!"

[Photo] CRCSD Show Choirs Take the Stage

Emma Beachner, Writer
March 5, 2024
Senior Joe Bean drives to the hoop through Iowa City West defenders.

[Photo] Cougar Boys Basketball Aims for a Ticket to the Well

Maggie Goldberg and Miya Parker
February 27, 2024
Senior Joe Bean drives to the hoop through Iowa City West defenders.

Photos: Varsity Boys Basketball Dominates Iowa City West on Their Own Court

Isaac White, Photographer
February 14, 2024
Working his way out of a takedown, senior Alex Harger fights through the match.

Photos: Varsity Boys Wrestling Hosts Senior Night Against Washington on January 25

Isaac White, Photographer
February 7, 2024
Write passes the ball.

Photos: Varsity Girls Basketball Defeated by Xavier on December 1

Isaac White, Photographer
December 14, 2023
Dodging a swipe, Nala leans backward during a tussle with Simba.

Photos: Playtime Poppy Presents Kennedy’s “The Lion King Jr.”

Isaac White and Piper White
December 11, 2023
Schlakk brings the house down with a two handed slam dunk.

Photos: Varsity Boys Basketball Plays Their First Game of the Season Against Marion

Isaac White, Photographer
December 6, 2023
Making a move around a Marion guard, senior Trevan Krumrai drives to the basket.

Kennedy’s Winter Sports Start Their Seasons

Isaac White, Emma Rood, Tori Paga, Onnika Hallam, and Kloud Smith
December 4, 2023
Rethinking her actions, Cady hopes to right her wrongs.

Photos: Washington Puts on Mean Girls as Fall Musical

Isaac White, Photographer
November 15, 2023
Irate at a missed 12 man on the field call, offensive coordinator George Anderson holds back a screaming head coach Brian White.

Photos: Varsity Football Takes on Cedar Falls on October 17, Ending Their Season in the First Round of the Playoffs

Isaac White and Piper White
October 30, 2023
Sweeping him off of his feet mid play, junior hawkeye football commit and left tackle Nicolai Brooks shows off a feat of strength by lifting 180 Lbs senior ball carrier Trevor Scott two feet off the ground.

Under the dome lights, Senior Owen Hutchinson vociferates in support of a potential fourth quarter comeback.

Winding up, senior kicker Dylan Augustine attempts the extra point following a touchdown.

Diving into a gap, senior team captain and fullback Calvin white breaks the plain for a touchdown.

Embracing one another, seniors Christian Gasper (Left) and Nick Woods (right) join together in prayer.

Senior Laikin Wood steps out of her way to hug her injured teammate and long-time friend senior Aliya Ballard during their final home game of their high school careers.

Photos: Varsity Volleyball Holds Senior Night Against Washington

Isaac White, Photographer
October 9, 2023
Moving quickly, senior kicker Dylan Augustine boots a extra point kick before the hempstead special teams unit can block it.

Coming to a stop, senior team captain and fullback Calvin White celebrates his 30 yard touchdown reception.

Blocking to open a gap, junior Hawkeye football commit and left tackle Nicolai Brooks punishes the Hempstead defensive lineman.

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