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Some students decorated their cars for the drive-thru. Santa and Mrs. Claus approach students in their Jeep adorned with Christmas lights.
Student Government Giving Back With Christmas for Veterans
Senior Remi Wilcox was disqualified from Iowa All-State by a nonexistent rule regarding harp size.
Kennedy Harpist Disqualified From All-State by Nonexistent Rule Raises Questions
Kennedy teachers are concerned over lack of information and consultation.
Former GIPS Employee Speaks Out About Superintendent Grover’s Leadership
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
Senior Ella Moser shoots her first free-throw.
Photos: Varsity Girls Basketball Takes the Win Over Waverly-Shell Rock
Freshman Bentley Dill runs down the court while protecting the ball.
Freshman Bentley Dill Joins Kennedy Girls Basketball
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
The Iowa High School Music Association come under fire for All-State disqualification.
Guest Editorial: Music Department Chair Storm Ziegler on Harpists All-State Disqualification
The future of CRCSD's educators remains uncertain.
CRCSD Teachers Raise Concerns Over Lack of Information From District
Students in the CRCSD face uncertainty in the wake of incoming Learning Pathways.
CRCSD’s Freshman Academies and Learning Pathways: A Communication Breakdown
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
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
Freshman Bentley Dill runs down the court while protecting the ball.
Freshman Bentley Dill Joins Kennedy Girls Basketball
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
Senior Remi Wilcox was disqualified from Iowa All-State by a nonexistent rule regarding harp size.
Kennedy Harpist Disqualified From All-State by Nonexistent Rule Raises Questions
Kennedy Musicians and dancer will perform "The Nutcracker" on Dec. 14.
Kennedy High School Presents “The Nutcracker”
Senior Cade Beck plays his violin, focusing on his music.
Photos: Kennedy Orchestra Holds Postponed Concert on November 7
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
Senior Ella Moser shoots her first free-throw.
Photos: Varsity Girls Basketball Takes the Win Over Waverly-Shell Rock
Senior Cade Beck plays his violin, focusing on his music.
Photos: Kennedy Orchestra Holds Postponed Concert on November 7
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
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Cougar offense takes on Linn-Mar Lion defensive starters.

Photos: Varsity Football Kennedy Takes on Linn-Mar on 9/13

Emmie Diehl, Photographer • September 20, 2024

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Kennedy's Varsity Volleyball Team huddles together during a timeout.

Photos: Varsity Volleyball First Match Against Linn-Mar

River Borgerding, Photographer • September 6, 2024

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Linn-Mar High School's 10th Street Edition

Show Choir Reviews: 10th Street Edition and New Creation

Emma Beachner, Writer • March 22, 2024

Freshman kicker #17 kicks off the game.

Photos: Freshman Football Take on Linn-Mar on September 16

Eden Lutz, Photographer • September 26, 2023

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The first play of the JV football game against the Linn-Mar Lions.

Photos: JV Cougar Football Team Defeats Linn-Mar on Their Own Turf

Kloud Smith, photographer • September 26, 2023

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Senior Team Captains #70 Logan Johnson, #35 Calvin White, #5 BJ Henry, #4 Cyrus Courtney headed to center field for the pre-game coin toss.

Photos: Kennedy Football Defeats Linn-Mar on 9/8

Isaac White, Photographer • September 20, 2023

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Boy's Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game

Boy’s Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor • May 26, 2023

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Junior, Cyrus Courtney shooting a mid range jumper.

Photos: Boys Basketball Scores Over Linn-Mar, 70-57

Isaac White, Photographer • January 13, 2023

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Photos: Varsity Basketball Defeats Linn-Mar in Home Double Header

Photos: Varsity Basketball Defeats Linn-Mar in Home Double Header

Merideth Langton, Photographer • January 24, 2022

Linn-Mar's Spectrum Club put up posters around the school for Transgender Awareness Week.

Linn-Mar Students Hold Walkout During Transgender Awareness Week

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer • November 19, 2021

On Nov. 19, Linn-Mar High School students participated in a walkout in support of their school's Spectrum Club. Spectrum students put up posters with information about Transgender Awareness Week. These...

Cougars emerge triumphant from the Lion's den

Cougars emerge triumphant from the Lion’s den

Xander Riley, Web Editor • October 30, 2014

Linn-Mar High's gymnasium was packed with fans tonight as the Cougars took on the Lions in the volleyball semifinals. The tension built more and more as the teams traded points, each team moving ahead...

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