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Stephanie Stores posing for a picture after being choose 4th overall to the Washington Mystics
Three Iowa Women’s Basketball Players Drafted to the WNBA
A student works on their math homework during class. Students are now able to join a math-focused honor society.
Kennedy Introduces Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society
Ellie is coming to Kennedy to work as a service dog.
Kennedy Welcomes Ellie the Service Dog
Tori recieved an award for her speech.
Kennedy Student Goes to American Legion National Oratorical Contest
HyVee employs numerous Kennedy students as an entry level position.
Senate File 167 Changes Iowa’s Child Labor Laws
Sophomore Alex Miller Playing Defense
Photos: Boys Soccer Substate Final vs Iowa City High
Sophomore Ella Brown Pitching the ball
Photos: 5/25 Softball vs Dubuque Wahlert
Boys Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Boy’s Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Senior Janell Minor Driving the ball to the goal
Photos: 5/15 Girls Soccer vs. Washington
Junior Addison Swartzendruber runs the 400 Meter Dash at Kingston Stadium.
2023 State Track and Field Begins With 31 Kennedy Athletes
Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the Condition of the State address to members of the Iowa Legislature inside the House Chamber, on Tuesday evening, Jan. 10, 2023, at the Iowa State Capitol, in Des Moines.
Iowa Auditing Bill Threatens Accountability and Rule of Law
Tik Tok: The Time Sink
Tik Tok: The Time Sink
Pro Fortnite player plays Fortnite.
Fortnite, In This Economy?
Sophomore Jordan Harvey sings through jail bars.
Kennedy’s Production of Chicago is a Must-See
The decrease in Marvels quality of production in recent years is shown through their reviews, CGI and storylines.
The Collapse of the MCU and the End of an Era
Most common means of travel for Kennedy students.
Cougars Over the Summer
Sra. Harger hugging a student
Photos: Class of 2023 Graduation
Former Kennedy Orchestral members pose for a photo.
Music of the Cougars
Senior Maggy Jellison dances at the Senior Night football game.
Dance Team Auditions Scheduled for Next Week
Molly Martin showcases her promposal to Kaitlyn Dolphin
The Declining “Promposal” Phenomenon
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller plays alto saxophone for Kennedy Marching Bands 2022-2023 show, Black Widow.
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller Takes The Field
Freshman Adam Gray runs five kilometers for cross country, a race in which he holds the freshman record.
A Kennedy First: Class of 2026 Adam Gray Breaks Two Freshman Records His First Year
Torch Out Loud, the Kennedy Torch podcast, logo used in every episode.
Torch Out Loud: Kennedy Principal Jason Kline Discusses Education and Background (Part 2)
Torch Out Loud, the Kennedy Torch podcast, logo used in every episode.
Torch Out Loud: Kennedy Principal Jason Kline Discusses Education and Background (Part 1)
Ami Jacobo practicing her choreography during Happiness Inc. rehearsal.
Ami Jacobo: Spreading the Positivity
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
Former Kennedy Orchestral members pose for a photo.
Music of the Cougars
Quiz: Which Gatorade Flavor Are You?
Quiz: Which Gatorade Flavor Are You?
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller plays alto saxophone for Kennedy Marching Bands 2022-2023 show, Black Widow.
Senior Charlotte Ottemoeller Takes The Field
Pro Fortnite player plays Fortnite.
Fortnite, In This Economy?
Sra. Harger hugging a student
Photos: Class of 2023 Graduation
Sophomore Alex Miller Playing Defense
Photos: Boys Soccer Substate Final vs Iowa City High
Sophomore Ella Brown Pitching the ball
Photos: 5/25 Softball vs Dubuque Wahlert
Boys Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Boy’s Soccer Recognizes Teachers at Appreciation Game
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
Photos: Kennedy Band and Orchestra Rocks the Stage
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch
Kennedy student completes MyPath reading lessons.

MyPath: Is it Worth it?

Emma Rood, Writer
March 14, 2023
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is struggling to find enough ELL teachers

Kennedy Suffers an ELL Teacher Shortage

Lexie Waybill, Writer
October 10, 2022
Student Art Showcase

Student Art Showcase

Emma Beachner, Photographer
May 10, 2022
Gems of Hope is a Cedar Rapids-based organization.

Gems of Hope Recruiting Students

Jasmine Hite, Writer
February 10, 2022
Students work on their ceramic projects for art class.

Voices of the Voiceless Open Mic Night Showcases Student Artwork

Jasmine Hite, Writer
January 14, 2022
Agriculture Club Begins Jan. 19

Agriculture Club Begins Jan. 19

Jasmine Hite, Writer
December 24, 2021
BioClub Will Be Holding a Blood Drive Dec. 6 and 7

BioClub Will Be Holding a Blood Drive Dec. 6 and 7

Jasmine Hite, Writer
December 1, 2021
Class of 2023 and Kinder Kennedy are selling merchandise.

Kinder Kennedy and Class of 2023 Merchandise for Sale

Jasmine Hite, Writer
November 23, 2021
TikToks growing influence has lead to students participating in criminal activities such as vandalism.

Tik Tok Spurs Vandalism

Jasmine Hite, Writer
October 8, 2021
Shawn Thomsen, facilitator at Kennedy High School, disinfecting a desk to help protect students and staff.

Teachers Deserve to Be Appreciated 

Maggie Talbott-Malone, Writer
May 6, 2021
Passing the Torch

Passing the Torch

Jasmine Hite, Writer
April 26, 2021
winter landscape by David Blackwell. is licensed with CC BY 2.0.

Keeping The Cold At Bay

Jasmine Hite, Writer
February 25, 2021
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