Freshmen Orientation/Welcome will be Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 7:45am to noon.
This orientation is for all incoming freshmen. Come pick up your schedule, find your classes, meet your teachers, learn more about Kennedy, and meet other students. We highly encourage you to attend. This is for students only.
New this year-we will be taking school pictures at Freshman Orientation. This is for the yearbook and your ID.

Join us on Monday, September 8 from 5:30-7pm for the 2025-2026 Open House. Teachers will be available as well as representatives from colleges, trade schools,community organizations, and other clubs and activities.
Staff will be available to help you with Infinite Campus and Annual Verification.

Parking space at Kennedy High School is very limited.
School parking permits applications are only available for juniors and seniors with a valid driver’s license and no outstanding school issued parking tickets. There is a $25 fee for any parking permit. Parking spaces will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. A PARKING PERMIT DOES NOT GUARANTEE A PARKING SPACE. Campus lots are not open to freshmen or sophomores. Underclassmen may choose to park along the streets (be aware of any restrictions) or opt to purchase a parking permit from one of three churches in the area.
See the Parking Registration page for more information and forms to apply.

Verification of student information, consent forms, and release agreements need to be updated each year. This is done on the parent portal of Infinite Campus. Click on the menu and choose “More” the click on “Registration”. If you have not completed Annual Verification for your child, please take a moment to get it done for all of your CRCSD students.
There is an Infinite Campus App available for download on your Apple or Android device. Search Google Play or the App Store to find the app.
If you need assistance with your Infinite Campus account, please contact the Main Office at 319-558-2251.

By Iowa law the District is obligated to transport students who wish to ride and are eligible. For most high school students, this means living 3 or more miles from the high school in your residence area.

For the 2025-26 school year:
Students NEED to sign up for bussing if:
* The student needs busing for the upcoming year and was NOT bussed in 2024-25
* The student is an incoming freshman that DOES NOT come from a Kennedy feeder school
* The student is in 10th-12th grade, is NEW to Kennedy, and lives more than 3 miles from school.
* The student has a new address that is more than 3 miles from school. Note, the new address must be updated in Infinite Campus before you can request bussing.
Students do NOT need to sign up for busing if:
* The student is an incoming 9th grader from a Kennedy feeder school and lives in a free bussing area. They will automatically be given a bus route in the fall.
* The student is in 10th -12th grade, lives in a free bussing area, and rode the bus in the 2024-25 school year.

If you no longer need bussing and are opting out or will temporarily not need busing due to a sport or other activity, please email Brighid Smith. If it is a temporary situation include the end and startup dates.

Students who do not qualify for school transportation can ride the City Bus for free by showing their school ID.

Bus route information will be available in Infinite Campus and the StopFinder App. The app is the place to find the most recent information. Please check there the day before school starts to verify pick up location and time.
An “invitation” to the StopFinder App is sent out to those new to the bus the week before school starts. It is sent to the primary parent/guardian’s email and can be shared with the student and other parent/guardian. For more information and the benefits of StopFinder App click on the button at the bottom of this page.

If you have questions, contact Brighid Smith-see contact information below.

Lockers are available to all students.
It is the responsibility of students to sign up each year if they would like a school locker. Locker assignments change every year.
If you would like a gym locker, please contact your PE teacher.
The Google Form will be added when it is available.

Students are responsible to make sure their lockers are locked. Kennedy High School and the Cedar Rapids District are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Lockers must be cleaned out at the end of the school year. Students may be fined if they have not cleaned their locker.
For a list of locker locations, click on the button at the bottom of the page.

School pictures are used for the yearbook and student ID. It is important for students to have their picture taken as IDs are required for entrance to many school activities including dances. Students may also use their ID to ride the city bus for free.
If the student loses his/her ID, the IMC can make a replacement. There may be a nominal charge.

If you ordered pictures and did not receive them, please contact HR Imaging. Their customer service number is 815-433-1766 or you can select “Contact Us” using the website link listed below.

Students are annually assessed a “book fee” to cover the cost of services, supplies, materials and other special programs outlined by the School Board. A fee waiver can be obtained for families that qualify for the District’s Free and Reduced Meal Program AND who complete the waiver portion of the Annual Verification in Infinite Campus. This must be filled out yearly.
A link to the Free/Reduced application can be found in our Quicklinks.

2025-2026 BOOK (CONSUMABLE) FEE
Full Rate – $100.00
Qualifying Reduced Rate – $60.00
To qualify for Reduced or Free Rate, parents must check ‘yes’ in the Educational Benefits portion on the ‘Free/Reduced Lunch Eligibility’ screen when doing Online Verification in Infinite Campus. If ‘yes’ is not checked, you will be responsible for the full amount.

Book Fees can be paid with a credit/debit card through a parent’s Infinite Campus account. Payment may also be made by cash or check payable to Kennedy High School. All checks should have the Student(s) name or ID number on the memo line.

If you have questions, please call the school at 558-2251 and ask for the bookkeeper or email mlovegood@crschools.us.

2025-2026 Meal Prices:
Breakfast $2.45, Reduced price $0.30
Lunch $3.50, Reduced price $0.40
Milk $.60

To put money on your student’s lunch account, or to apply for Free/Reduced lunch benefits, use the button below to access the Meal Magic Family Portal. You will need to set up an account.
Please contact the District Food and Nutrition Department at 319-558-2305 or foodservice@crschools.us if you need assistance.

When your student leaves high school, if you have money remaining in their account, you have several options. You can transfer the money to a sibling’s account, get a refund, or donate the money. Use the link below to take you to the Food and Nutrition page with more information and the forms.

Please contact the Main Office at 319-558-2251 or the District Food and Nutrition Department at 319-558-2305 or foodservice@crschools.us for assistance.

Families who qualify for free or reduced lunch/breakfast for their students must complete an application to receive these benefits.
Please note that if you qualify for free/reduced benefits, you may also receive free/reduced school fees. In addition to the application, you must click “yes” on the permissions page in the Annual Verification to receive this benefit.
Click on the link below for instructions and the free/reduced meals application.

LUNCH RELEASE:
FRESHMEN AND SOPHOMORES
Freshmen and sophomores have Closed Lunch. Closed Lunch means that students may not leave the Kennedy campus during their lunch period. They must remain in the approved areas of the campus during that time. Approved areas include the cafeteria and the courtyard. Other areas, such as parking lots, hallways, or athletic fields, are unauthorized. Students may not be in those areas during the lunch period.
JUNIORS AND SENIORS
Students classified as juniors and seniors have Open Lunch privileges. Open Lunch means that students may leave the campus during their assigned lunch period. If students with Open Lunch choose to remain on campus, however, they must remain in the approved areas. No student, regardless of grade level or lunch designation, may loiter in unauthorized areas of the campus. Parents wishing to restrict lunch privileges are expected to notify the school. School officials reserve the right to restrict Open Lunch privileges if behavior or attendance circumstances warrant such action.

STUDY HALL RELEASE:
All students are able to be released from a scheduled study hall any period of the day. They must have a signed parent permission form on file with the Attendance Office. Permission forms are good for the academic year. If there are any changes, please contact the Attendance Office.

Students are expected to be off campus during the released time and return on time for their next class. Habitual lateness and/or refusal to leave campus during a Release may result in a revocation of release privilege and assignment to a study hall for that period. In addition, students who are not passing classes may have their release revoked.

A more detailed explanation of the lunch policy and study hall policy is printed in the student handbook

Students at Kennedy High School are offered a variety of course choices. Each schedule is as individual as the student themselves. Students should bring basic school supplies (notebooks, writing utensils) that best suit their learning and organizational needs.
Teachers will let students know if there are any specific supplies needed for their class.
In addition, students are provided with a ChromeBook that they will keep throughout their high school years at Kennedy. It is the student’s responsibility to take care of the Chromebook while it is in their possession. If you have technical issues, please see Mr. Long in the Middle IMC or call the District Technology Help Desk at 319-558-2900.
IF YOU SEE ANY WEBSITE WITH A SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST, THESE ARE NOT VALID.

We maintain a All-School Google Calendar for our families. Add it to your personal Google Calendar so that you will see it on your phone/computer. This calendar is updated as things change and we try to keep it as accurate as possible.
If you would like to access the District School calendar, click the button at the bottom of the page.

If you do not have a Google account, you may access the School calendar using the link below.

A and B days are noted on the Kennedy School Google Calendar. In addition, the daily schedule is listed in the Student Handbook and on the Daily Schedule webpage.

If you need a change to your schedule, you must fill out a form with the Counseling Office. Use the link below to access the Counseling Page and the current form.

There are many ways for parents to be involved at Kennedy. Each fine arts and sport team has a parents support group. Contact the director or coach for more information.
We are also looking for parents/guardians/grandparents to be involved in the general support by joining our Kennedy Parent Teacher Organization. This group may adopt projects such as campus beautification, graduation recognition, meals and gifts for staff, and senior prom. We are looking for more ideas and volunteers.
Meetings for the 2025-2026 school year are the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 in Room 126.
Contact: johnfkennedycr@gmail.com

Students may purchase a Student Activity Pass which will allow one free student admission to ALL Kennedy High School athletic events (including Kingston Stadium games) as well as select fine arts concerts and performances. The activity pass is not accepted at any postseason events.

The cost is $60. If a student qualifies for Free/Reduced lunch and completes the permission form on Infinite Campus, they may request a promo code for a $20 discounted price. Please contact the Kennedy Bookkeeper for more information.

Other season pass and discounted ticket options, along with single game online ticket options, are also available at this site.

Each year, the yearbook staff designs and produces a yearbook. The book is distributed in the spring.
For more information, go to our Yearbook page.

Before students can begin participating with a Kennedy High School athletic team, they must first obtain permission to practice. Permission to practice is approved once the following are completed on the online Kennedy Athletic Registration portal:

*Current Medical Eligibility form on file. Students must have completed a physical exam within the last 12 calendar months. Physicals are valid for 12 months from the date of the last exam. There is a 30 day grace period to complete and submit the next physical.
*Student and parent/guardian signing that they have read and will abide by the CRCSD Good Conduct and Eligibility Policies.
*Student and parent/guardian signing the Heads Up: Concussion form required by the Iowa DOE, the IHSAA, and the IGHSAU.

It is recommended that you complete the process at least one week prior to the beginning of your first sport of the year. This will ensure your student is cleared before the start of practice. The student’s registration must be done each year the student plans to participate.

The Kennedy Activities Online Registration Site will open mid July for the following school year.

Students who have completed Driver’s Education but do not yet have their Driver’s License, may apply for a School Driving Permit. This permit only allows the student to drive between home and school. There is a form that needs to be completed by the parent and signed by a school administrator. For more information and the form needed, check out the page on our website.