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Hiawatha League Mock Trial Team poses for a group photo.
Hiawatha Legion Mock Trial Participants Excel in State Competition
Caitlin Clark and how she has changed the trajectory of womens basketball.
Caitlin Clark: Changing the Game
The theme of Prom 2024 is Masquerade.
Kennedy Prom 2024 is Drawing Near
Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic Entry into Jazz Champs
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.
Kennedy’s Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18
The Kennedy Boys Varsity Soccer Team comes together after the first half of the game.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Faces Tough Defeat Against Pleasant Valley on April 20
Caitlin Clark and how she has changed the trajectory of womens basketball.
Caitlin Clark: Changing the Game
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Competing hurdles for Kennedy Girls Track is sophomore Kenzie Cone.
Photos: April 11 Boys and Girls Track at Linn-Mar
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
Kennedys student section turn up in a Green Out to support players, cheering over a made shot.
“It’s Just a Part of the Game”: Addressing Kennedy Student Section Behavior
Linn-Mar High Schools 10th Street Edition
Show Choir Reviews: 10th Street Edition and New Creation
House File 2612 makes many changes to current services within Iowa school districts
Iowa’s New AEA Bill Reforms School District Funding
Hiawatha League Mock Trial Team poses for a group photo.
Hiawatha Legion Mock Trial Participants Excel in State Competition
A visual representation of ones stream of consciousness, ideas scattered and seemingly unrelated.
Maggie’s Musings—It’s Something
Senior Lilly Marchbanks poses for picture after winning Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant.
Senior Lilly Marchbanks Wins Miss Mississippi Valley Pageant
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez places first at the Iowa State Brain Bee.
Senior Isabella Jimenez Rodriguez Places First at State Brain Bee
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu places first in International Exemptuous Speaking at districts.
Sophomore Divya Ramadugu Wins District Speech, Set to Represent at Nationals
Senior Jersey Bilyeu plays vibraphone with Kennedy Jazz 1.
Jersey Bilyeu: Making Her Rounds Across Kennedy Fine Arts
Ella Brown pins opponent down.
Ella Brown Returns to State
In a neutral position, sophomore Meredith Kaump stands her ground.
Meredith Kaump Stands her Ground Throughout the Season
Schlakk brings the house down with a two handed slam dunk.
Micah Schlaak: A Killer on the Court
Torch Out Loud, the Kennedy Torch podcast, logo used in every episode.
Torch Out Loud: Foreign Exchange Student Su Shima on Her Experiences With America and Kennedy High School
Laufeys Bewitched album cover.
Live Laugh Laufey
Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic Entry into Jazz Champs
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Review
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.
Kennedy’s Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
The Kennedy Boys Varsity Soccer Team comes together after the first half of the game.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Faces Tough Defeat Against Pleasant Valley on April 20
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
Competing hurdles for Kennedy Girls Track is sophomore Kenzie Cone.
Photos: April 11 Boys and Girls Track at Linn-Mar
Sophomore Isaac Davis takes a shot at the goal.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Competes at Coe College on March 30
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Hiawatha League Mock Trial Team poses for a group photo.
Hiawatha Legion Mock Trial Participants Excel in State Competition
Bella Frese, Writer • April 29, 2024

On Tuesday, March 19, the Hiawatha Legion mock trial team competed at a regional competition in Waterloo. After two trials, the team advanced to the state tournament in Des...

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Caitlin Clark and how she has changed the trajectory of womens basketball.
Caitlin Clark: Changing the Game
Lucy McCord, Writer • April 25, 2024

Throughout the 2023-2024 Iowa women’s basketball season, Caitlin Clark has been on top. She has broken records, become a national sensation and impacted society’s view...

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The theme of Prom 2024 is Masquerade.
Kennedy Prom 2024 is Drawing Near
Miya Parker, Writer • April 24, 2024

There are many things people do to get ready for your high school prom. Is your favorite part getting ready, going out to eat, seeing friends or maybe taking pictures? “Prom...

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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

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With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.

Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa

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Kennedys student section turn up in a Green Out to support players, cheering over a made shot.

“It’s Just a Part of the Game”: Addressing Kennedy Student Section Behavior

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Many Iowan teens and parents are unaware of the curfew for all those 18 and under.

Iowa Has Curfew for Teens Under 18

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CRCSD is removing shortened Fridays for students.

The Transition From a Half-Day of Freedom to Full-Day Commitment

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Vending machine sign reads VENDING MACHINES ARE NOT ACTIVE UNTIL 3:00 PM DAILY, a change we are unsure about the duration of.

Vending Machine Shutdown Divides The Torch Staff

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Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.

Ariana Grande's Eternal Sunshine Review

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Sweeney Todd is a popular musical about an evil barber.

"Sweeney Todd" Spring Musical Cast Decided on February 16

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Caitlin Clark and how she has changed the trajectory of womens basketball.

Caitlin Clark: Changing the Game

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A visual representation of ones stream of consciousness, ideas scattered and seemingly unrelated.

Maggie's Musings—It's Something

Opinion
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande's Eternal Sunshine Review
Charlotte Thephravong, Writer • April 18, 2024

Ariana Grande transformed from a child actor to a world-renowned artist in a matter of years. On March 8, 2024, Grande released Eternal Sunshine, covering her journey on her...

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With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
April 16, 2024
Kennedys student section turn up in a Green Out to support players, cheering over a made shot.
“It’s Just a Part of the Game”: Addressing Kennedy Student Section Behavior
April 3, 2024
Linn-Mar High Schools 10th Street Edition
Show Choir Reviews: 10th Street Edition and New Creation
March 22, 2024
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Sports
The Kennedy Boys Varsity Soccer Team comes together after the first half of the game.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Faces Tough Defeat Against Pleasant Valley on April 20
River Borgerding and Brooklyn Gilchrist • April 30, 2024

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Caitlin Clark and how she has changed the trajectory of womens basketball.
Caitlin Clark: Changing the Game
April 25, 2024
Ruggeri hits the ball back to opponent.
Photos: Varsity Girls Tennis Competes at Xavier on April 9
April 18, 2024
With the whole team behind him kicking a penalty shot is Kade Popenhagen.
Photos: Varsity Boys Soccer Face Tough Defeat Against Washington Warriors
April 17, 2024
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Meet The Staff
Gabriel Payne
Gabriel Payne
Photographer

My name is Gabriel Payne and I'm a sophomore. I'm from Africa and it's my first year at Kennedy. My favorite sport is basketball and I’m looking forward to being a photographer this year.

Maggie Goldberg
Maggie Goldberg
Writer

Hi, I’m Maggie Goldberg, a junior and writer for Torch! When I’m not taking notes, I play volleyball and tennis for Kennedy and am also a member of Happiness Inc. My passion is seeking new ways to express myself, whether it’s fashion, my curly hair, writing or doodling. 

Isaac White
Isaac White
Photographer

Hi, my name is Isaac White and I’m a senior right here at Kennedy. I'm one of the full-time photographers this year. I have a passion for capturing smiles and sports. Being outdoors, specifically backpacking, sparks my adventurous spirit. I’m a singer/dancer in Happiness Inc.

Arts and Culture
Laufeys Bewitched album cover.
Live Laugh Laufey
River Borgerding, Writer • April 30, 2024

Laufey Lin Jónsdóttir, otherwise known simply as Laufey, is a Los Angeles-based musician who leans into the classical and jazz side of music....

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Kennedy Jazz 1 performs at Indianola Show Jazz Encounter.
Kennedy Jazz Band Reflects on Historic Entry into Jazz Champs
April 18, 2024
Ariana Grandes Eternal Sunshine album cover.
Ariana Grande's Eternal Sunshine Review
April 18, 2024
Lifted into the light, Toby (Saul Ervine) raises a meat pie.
Kennedy's Sweeney Todd, Premiering 4/18
April 17, 2024
With the release of JoJo Siwas new song Karma has caused her family friendly reputation to go up in flames.
Bows Gone Bad: The Downfall of JoJo Siwa
April 16, 2024
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