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Interested in learning more about City High's Student Senate? Meeting recaps are published weekly.
Student Senate Finalizes $25 Prom Ticket for Hollywood Glamour
March 26, 2025
Kamel Elgiseer has expanded his hobby of cooking to large church groups and events where he brings Middle Eastern flavors to his recipes.
Kamel Elgiseer Looks to Expand Palates with Middle Eastern Cooking
March 12, 2025
The Kitty Corner Social Club opened in downtown Iowa City in late February. It's open every day except Monday from ten AM to nine PM.
Local Business Spotlight: Kitty Corner Social Club
March 10, 2025
Interested in learning more about City High's Student Senate? Meeting recaps are published weekly.
Student Senate Recap: Spring Carnival and Volleybuff Planning Continues
March 6, 2025
Students Maya Shannon '26, Rowyn Mass '26, and Adelaide Newton '26 sell baked goods for a NAMI Bake Sale.
City High Twins Launch NAMI on Campus Club to Support Mental Health Awareness
March 6, 2025
Mr. Kowbel conducts band in Mid-Winter concert
Band Department Holds Mid-Winter Concert
March 4, 2025
Photo courtesy of Tommy Haines
PERFORMER PROFILE: Brody Clarke
March 3, 2025
Orchestra Director, Megan Stucky-Swanson addresses the audience before the Philharmonic Orchestra performs their final piece.
City Orchestras Hold Annual Mid-Winter Concert
February 3, 2025
Since she was five years old, Abigail Sigafoose '26 has played violin. This year, she was chosen for the High School Honors Performance Series, which will take place at Carnegie Hall in New York City from February 6-10.
PERFORMER PROFILE: Abigail Sigafoose
January 31, 2025
Emma Plumb ‘26 and Cameron Echols ‘26 unveil “The Book of Memories” at the beginning of the show
Dancing into Show Choir Season
January 17, 2025
Lucas Riley '25 taking a free kick in the teams game last year against Linn-Mar. The team went on to win.
Jack Dancer and Company Lead City Soccer into the 2025 Season
March 26, 2025
Jaxton Schroeder and Parker Sutherland competing in games this season against West and Prairie. The team finished 10-14 on the season.
SENIOR DYNAMIC DUO
March 10, 2025
The Little Hawk sports podcasting team.
LH SPORTS PODCAST: Winter Sports Wrap Up with Special Guest Kendall Kurtz
February 28, 2025
Davion Luckett '26 makes a bounce pass in the first City High vs. West High basketball game of this season.
PLAYMAKER PROFILE: Davion Luckett
February 28, 2025
August Palmer '25 and Tessa Driscoll '26 receive a play call during the 4th quarter.
Four Little Hawks Earn All-Conference Honors
February 28, 2025
Ampers&one during the concert's encore
LH Concert Review: My First_
March 26, 2025
The Bad History of Project 2025 and Why It Matters
The Bad History of Project 2025 and Why It Matters
March 25, 2025
LH History Podcast with Alex Norman and Mr. Hellwig being recorded in 3108.
LH HISTORY PODCAST: 1776 with Special Guest Mr. Hellwig
March 12, 2025
Jon Jones Needs To Fight Tom Aspinall
Jon Jones Needs To Fight Tom Aspinall
March 11, 2025
Why I Would Never Watch Xo, Kitty
Why I Would Never Watch Xo, Kitty
March 4, 2025
Ampers&one during the concert's encore
LH Concert Review: My First_
March 26, 2025
Why I Would Never Watch Xo, Kitty
Why I Would Never Watch Xo, Kitty
March 4, 2025
LH Book Review: Intermezzo
LH Book Review: Intermezzo
March 4, 2025
LH Review: Squid Game Season 2
LH Review: Squid Game Season 2
February 11, 2025
Best New Artist: Who Will Win?
Best New Artist: Who Will Win?
January 30, 2025
The Kitty Corner Social Club opened in downtown Iowa City in late February. It's open every day except Monday from ten AM to nine PM.
Local Business Spotlight: Kitty Corner Social Club
March 10, 2025
De Souza has participated in cross country and basketball and is planning to do tennis and golf.
Exchange Student Profile: Nicole Fernandes de Souza
March 3, 2025
Photo courtesy of Tommy Haines
PERFORMER PROFILE: Brody Clarke
March 3, 2025
Every year, the Iowa Department of Education Performance Profiles rate schools based on how well they meet a set of standards. But in 2024, the standards changed. City High was “Commendable” in 2023, but went down two levels to “Needs Improvement” in November of 2024. Nevertheless, it is still ranked within the top 10 in the state, according to the U.S. News and World Report.
Targeted: New Evaluation System Drops All ICCSD High Schools’ Ratings
February 28, 2025
Kate Meis '25 reads Romeo and Juliet in the library.
To Read or Not to Read?
February 28, 2025
LH History Podcast with Alex Norman and Mr. Hellwig being recorded in 3108.
LH HISTORY PODCAST: 1776 with Special Guest Mr. Hellwig
March 12, 2025
The Kitty Corner Social Club opened in downtown Iowa City in late February. It's open every day except Monday from ten AM to nine PM.
Local Business Spotlight: Kitty Corner Social Club
March 10, 2025
Climbing the AP Capstone
Climbing the AP Capstone
March 1, 2025
The Little Hawk sports podcasting team.
LH SPORTS PODCAST: Winter Sports Wrap Up with Special Guest Kendall Kurtz
February 28, 2025
LH broadcast reporter Avery O'Brien reports on the new classroom cell phone ban.
Students and Teachers React to New ICCSD Classroom Cell Phone Ban
February 21, 2025
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LH Film Review: “The Lost Daughter”

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ICCSD Cancels School Due To Weather Concern

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Araminta Siegling, Culture Editor
January 5, 2022
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January 3, 2022
Wind warnings effective from 3:00 PM to 6:00 AM on Thursday morning

City High Events Postponed Due to Wind Warnings

Araminta Siegling, Culture Editor
December 15, 2021
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December 15, 2021
LH Film Reviews: The French Dispatch

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LH Music reviews: November Singles

LH Music reviews: November Singles

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[Photo] Tinashe ‘333’ Review

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[Photo] Willow “lately I feel EVERYTHING” Review

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November 23, 2021
Students walk out of City High to participate in protest.

Students Protest Racial Inequality and Walk Out

Sophia Lusala and Araminta Siegling
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LH Film Reviews: Spencer

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[Photo] City High’s First Trimester Art Show

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Rachel Johnson, Reporter
November 1, 2021
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LH Album Reviews: October New Releases

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Small Business Showcase: Basic Goods

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Big Thief at The Pageant LH Music Reviews

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LH Album Reviews; Kacey Musgraves, Lorde and More

LH Album Reviews; Kacey Musgraves, Lorde and More

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September 10, 2021
Lorde “Solar Power” Review

Lorde “Solar Power” Review

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September 8, 2021
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Araminta Siegling, Culture Editor
September 3, 2021
Music and Visual Arts Showcased at Arts Fest

Music and Visual Arts Showcased at Arts Fest

Araminta Siegling, Culture Editor
May 26, 2021
Nicole Day '21 and Laila Butler-Mills '21 walk down the red carpet at "Prom Under the Stars 2021"

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May 17, 2021
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May 14, 2021
City Boys Tennis Goes Against Prairie High School

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May 10, 2021
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Dr. Jill Humston teaches at City High. She received her PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Wisconsin.

[Photo] Teacher Appreciation: Dr. Humston

Julius Perez, Reporter
May 4, 2021
Lana Del Rey Updates Her Sound

Lana Del Rey Updates Her Sound

Araminta Siegling, Culture Editor
May 3, 2021
The City High mock trial team celebrates after winning the state tournament.

Senior Mock Trial Team “LAW” Wins State Championship

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March 29, 2021
Mock trial team OTH prepares for the National High School Mock Trial Championship

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March 26, 2021
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March 12, 2021
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“For The First Time” Review

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February 22, 2021
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Pete The Pug Wins LH Furry Friends Contest

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November 18, 2020
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[Photo] Araminta Siegling

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