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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 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
Seniors Maggie Goldberg and Ella Moser pose after being crowned "Homecoming Royalty."
Homecoming Royalty Controversy Sparks Social Media Debate
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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Kicking the ball to his teammates is senior Bogdan Breckenridge.

Photos: May 3 Varsity Boys Senior Night

Brooklyn Gilchrist, Photographer • May 8, 2024

For the full album, check out our Flickr!

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

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

For the full album, check out our Flickr!

Kennedy softball celebrates their 200th win.

Photos: Kennedy Softball Hosts Senior Night

Isaac White, Photographer • July 11, 2023

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Senior Kenzie Reed defends his basket against Davenport West.

Photos: Boys Basketball Takes Down Davenport West In Substate Semifinal

Merideth Langton, Photo Editor • February 28, 2023

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Senior Kyle Crock walks with his family during the senior night ceremony.

The Road to The Dome: Varsity Football Beats Dubuque Hempstead

Molly Martin, Merideth Langton, and Isaac White • October 24, 2022

For more pictures, visit our Flickr. The end of the regular season has come, and the Cougars have advanced to the state playoffs for the 22nd time. The varsity team ended the season with a record...

Athlete digs for the ball, sending it back over the net.

Photos: Volleyball Senior Night Ends In 3-1 Win Over IC West

Merideth Langton, Photographer • September 28, 2022

Photos: Boys Basketball Senior Night and Game Against Cedar Falls

Photos: Boys Basketball Senior Night and Game Against Cedar Falls

Merideth Langton and Jersey Bilyeu • February 23, 2022

Photos: Wrestling Senior Night

Photos: Wrestling Senior Night

Tori Paga, Photographer • February 1, 2022

Wrestling Senior Night Ends In Victory Against Xavier

Wrestling Senior Night Ends In Victory Against Xavier

Merideth Langton, Photographer • January 18, 2022

Varsity Swim & Dive Takes Win Over Washington On Senior Night

Varsity Swim & Dive Takes Win Over Washington On Senior Night

Merideth Langton and Annie Haars • October 8, 2021

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