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Kennedy Torch

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Kennedy Torch

Kennedy Show Choir’s Happiness performs in the Kennedy Auditorium on January 13, 2026. This song Olivia by One Direction, was the opener of Kennedy’s Dessert concert, showcasing their work to families, friends, and more.

Prairie Premiere Recap

Bella Gettler, Writer February 9, 2026

On Jan. 30th, Prairie hosted their Premier show choir competition. Protégé placed second in the treble group, while Happiness placed third after performing in the finals. Along with the successful...

Charlotte Thephravong performs Cold As Ice with Chanteurs.

Going Out With a Bang

Jasmine Hite, Writer March 10, 2022

On March 10, Kennedy will host the Going Out Concerts for the three show choirs. The first concert begins at 6 p.m. in the auditorium and the second will follow at 8 p.m. Chanteurs, Protege and Happiness...

Raise the Roof is Back Again

Raise the Roof is Back Again

Jasmine Hite, Writer February 25, 2022

On Saturday, Feb. 26, Kennedy will host one of the largest show choir events in the country, Raise the Roof. The event will take place at the Alliant Energy Powerhouse in Downtown, Cedar Rapids.  Kennedy...

Incorporating plants into your personal space can have a positive impact in your well-being.

Happy From Home

Claire Beaman, Writer August 6, 2021

A quarantine that lasts over a year can be draining, but I’m sure people know that already. It does the mind well to switch it up.  It’s not smart to physically change your environment in a pandemic....

Josh Young, sr., sings his solo with sorrow, as he changes the words to explain his feelings on leaving show choir.

The Final Show of the Year

Jasmine Hite, Writer March 17, 2020

The Going Out Concert was an emotional event for the Kennedy High School community, as the seniors of Happiness put on their final performance of their high school careers. Tears were seen throughout...

Chanteurs performing "Dream Girls" at Raise the Roof.

Show Choir In the Spotlight

Jasmine Hite, Writer March 4, 2020

Show choir allows students to express themselves through song and dance. It is also beneficial by letting students get out of their comfort zone. Students create memories with their friends, and team mates...

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