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Homecoming Game

Belinda Iturbe, Staff Writer October 29, 2025

The cars they drove in, the posters people saw, and the outfits the sports team wore were an art to the start of the school's Hoco night. The poster was as big as five people standing alongside each other;...

Pierce College Pumpkin Patch

Pierce College Pumpkin Patch

Sonali Gray-Edwards, Staff Writer October 28, 2025

The Pierce College Pumpkin patch is one of the best ways to celebrate the beginning of fall. The event is filled with energy, the sound of laughter and smiling faces. It is the perfect spot for taking...

i-Ready Testing

i-Ready Testing

Christine Chung, Editor-in-Chief October 27, 2025

There has been a permanent change from Renaissance STAR testing to i-Ready testing at the beginning of 2023’s academic year throughout Los Angeles Unified School District schools because they needed...

A variety of different offerings from Kennedy's cafeteria

Snack or Pass?

Layla Peralta, Staff Reporter October 22, 2025

Do you ever rush out of bed to get to school on time, skip breakfast, and arrive at school hungry? You might choose to warily approach one of many breakfast carts around campus, just end up with a suspiciously...

Car Crashes

Car Crashes

Collin Sweeney, Staff Writer September 8, 2025

With many students being able to drive, many might not know the dangers. When you drive you might get into a car accident, and it is important to know what to do if you get into this situation. There are...

The Ethical Dilemma of AI-Generated Art

The Ethical Dilemma of AI-Generated Art

Christine Pndlyan, Staff Writer September 8, 2025

In the past decade, artificial intelligence has made significant strides in the creative world, generating artwork that rivals human-made pieces. While some see this as an exciting advancement, others...

The Importance of Time Management

The Importance of Time Management

Alexis Hernandez, Staff Writer September 8, 2025

High school students face increased academic and extracurricular demands, making time management essential for success. With a busy schedule filled with classes, homework, and activities, many students...

Financial Literacy

Financial Literacy

Christine Pndlyan, Staff Writer September 8, 2025

In today’s world, financial stability is more important than ever, yet many students graduate high school without a basic understanding of personal finance. From managing credit cards to understanding...

Fashion Trends for Spring 2024

Fashion Trends for Spring 2024

Venus Beckner, Staff Writer September 8, 2025

As the flowers bloom and the weather warms up, students at John F Kennedy High School are shedding their layers and stepping into the vibrant world of spring fashion. Students are bringing a fresh wave...

A building surrounded by forest on the campus of the University of California, Santa Cruz

Analyzing the Differences between College Life and High School

Arnell Hoffman, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

Many students at this school will soon graduate and begin attending college, and the difference between high school and college may be greater than they expect it to be. Some major differences include...

Settling into a new environment

Moving and Mental Health

Aysa Becerra, Staff Reporter February 26, 2025

She always knew that she would separate from her home, but she never fully processed how she would be separated from her social and emotional life. Giselle Martinez, a senior and former Kennedy student,...

Prepping for the Senior Interviews

Prepping for the Senior Interviews

Arnell Hoffman, Staff Reporter February 20, 2025

The upcoming Senior Professional Readiness Interviews are no longer mandatory and are not required to participate in the graduation ceremony. The senior interviews are no longer required because of an...

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