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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
The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

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Torch Out Loud: Kennedy Varsity Girls Swimmers on Traditions, Team Bonding and More

Haile Miller, Host • December 14, 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

Swimming the butterfly, Lilly Adams takes first in her race

Video: Kennedy Swimming and Diving Wins Dual Meet Against Jefferson

Raina Holmes, Videographer • October 16, 2023

Senior Sydney Reicks pushes through the breaststroke portion of her 200 IM.

Photos: Swimmers Dominate at the Cougar Invite

Miya Parker, Photographer • October 13, 2023

Forester works her backstroke, coming in second in her heat.

Photos: Cougars Swimming Takes on Pleasant Valley

Kiera Zwack, Photographer • September 8, 2023

Find the rest of the photos on Flickr.

Quiz: Which Public Pool Are You?

Quiz: Which Public Pool Are You?

Jersey Bilyeu, Creator • June 30, 2023

Drake Kline approaches the end of a fast 100 Yard Butterfly.

Photos: District Boys’ Swim Meet on 2/4

Ella Smith, Photographer • February 7, 2023

Freshman Sam Bloomquist swims freestyle

Photos: Kennedy Boys’ Swim on Jan. 3

Ella Smith, Photographer • January 19, 2023

For more photos, check out our Flickr page!

Colton Klein swims backstroke.

Photos: Boys’ Swimming at Jefferson

Kiera Zwack, Photographer • December 9, 2022

Cougar Swimmers Compete at Regionals

Cougar Swimmers Compete at Regionals

Keira Zwack and Ella Smith • November 9, 2022

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A.J. Miller (FR) swims the first leg of the 200 Yard Free Relay, giving the relay a head start leading to them taking first place.

Kennedy Men’s Swimming Kicks off the Year With a Home Invite

Sonja Woerner, Writer • December 8, 2021

The Kennedy men’s swim team is back after a long absence due to COVID-19. The team hosted the first meet of the season. Linn-Mar, Washington and Jefferson all attended. The Cougars finished last, but...

Freshman Lily Adams practices her relay before this weekends meet.

Lilly Adams: Swimming Her Way to the Top

Sonja Woerner, Writer • October 8, 2021

Kennedy swimmer Lilly Adams began a journey that would shape her future at five years old. She started swimming. She joined the Black Hawk Area Swim Team (BLAST) in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Adams worked with...

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