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August Sander, Max Tchernoraenko, Auggie Dickerson, and Thomas Hand were all selected as Freshmen to Watch.
Music Freshmen to Watch
November 18, 2024
Caelyn Blair '28 chats with a friend
City High Students and Staff React to 2024 Election Results
November 7, 2024
The Statue of Liberty stands proudly in front of City High the day after election night.
PHOTO STORY: City High After Election Night
November 6, 2024
Noelle Schnoeblen ‘26 was accepted to play flute in the All-State orchestra.
28 Musicians Secure Spots at All-State
November 1, 2024
Augie's Team poses for a photo after winning the PowderPuff competition.
Homecoming Highlights
October 29, 2024
August Sander, Max Tchernoraenko, Auggie Dickerson, and Thomas Hand were all selected as Freshmen to Watch.
Music Freshmen to Watch
November 18, 2024
Students from high schools across the school district attended the High School Film Festival.
FilmScene Hosts the First Refocus High School Shorts Program
November 8, 2024
Noelle Schnoeblen ‘26 was accepted to play flute in the All-State orchestra.
28 Musicians Secure Spots at All-State
November 1, 2024
Shortly after auditions, the cast gets together for their second rehearsal
City High Theater Begins Preparing for Diary of a Wimpy Kid
October 2, 2024
Kenji Radley '25 in ready position during the 2023-24 football season
Marching Band Takes the Field for First Home Football Game
September 6, 2024
City High Girls Swim Makes a Splash at State
November 19, 2024
LH Sports Podcast
LH SPORTS PODCAST: State Football Rundown
November 15, 2024
City High holds first Signing Day of 2024
November 14, 2024
LH Sports Podcast
LH SPORTS POD: Playoff Showdown with Ankeny Centennial Featuring Frosh Phenom Marshall Sheldon
November 1, 2024
The team captains (Tyler Rindles '25, Dominic Salibi '25, Bobby Bacon '25, Connor Cross '25) finish the coin toss and receive the ball in the pre-game vs. Bettendorf.
Playoff Preview: #10 City High vs #7 Ankeny Centennial
November 1, 2024
From Lone-Wolf Hack n’ Slasher to Reality-Shifting Murder Mystery: Here Are Three of the Latest Video Games to Play This Fall
From Lone-Wolf Hack n’ Slasher to Reality-Shifting Murder Mystery: Here Are Three of the Latest Video Games to Play This Fall
November 18, 2024
The level of traffic around the neighborhood is more than an annoyance–it's a danger.
A Beginner’s Guide on How to Improve a Good Neighborhood
November 15, 2024
PRO VS CON: The PSAT
PRO VS CON: The PSAT
November 12, 2024
LH Movie Review: Saturday Night
LH Movie Review: Saturday Night
November 12, 2024
LH Concert Review: Right Here
LH Concert Review: Right Here
November 4, 2024
LH Movie Review: Saturday Night
LH Movie Review: Saturday Night
November 12, 2024
LH Concert Review: Right Here
LH Concert Review: Right Here
November 4, 2024
LH Concert Review: The DreamShow3
LH Concert Review: The DreamShow3
November 1, 2024
Embracing Brat: Charli's Influence
Embracing Brat: Charli’s Influence
October 30, 2024
'Rains In Heaven' Song Review
‘Rains In Heaven’ Song Review
August 29, 2024
Across the country, phone policies have become a point of contention. This fall, the Iowa City Community School District is revising its stance on phones in school.
The Battle for the Phones
October 18, 2024
Dr. Anny-Dominique Curtius is a Professor of Francophone Studies and the Director of Graduate Studies for French and Francophone World Studies at the University of Iowa.
Q&A With Dr. Anny-Dominique Curtius
October 10, 2024
Kaden Huntley '25 in Van Allen Hall
Attending College, While Still in High School
October 10, 2024
Ramy Makawi for Humans of City High
HUMANS OF CITY HIGH
September 25, 2024
Q&A With Student Senate Vice President Candidate Ethan LaLumiere
Q&A With Student Senate Vice President Candidate Ethan LaLumiere
September 10, 2024
LH Sports Podcast
LH SPORTS POD: Playoff Showdown with Ankeny Centennial Featuring Frosh Phenom Marshall Sheldon
November 1, 2024
Gabe Egeland '25 gets tackled by 2 different Bettendorf players, after getting a hand off from Bobby Bacon '25, and gaining the 1st down.
DOWN GOES BETT
October 28, 2024
LH Sports Podcast
LH SPORTS PODCAST: City Battles #1 Bett with Special Guest Mitch Moore
October 25, 2024
Mitch Moore discussing the game plan against Davenport North.
City Drops 47 on Davenport West
October 18, 2024
LH Sports Podcast
LH SPORTS PODCAST: City vs. Linn-Mar
October 18, 2024
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Max Berry-Stoelzle

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor

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Oftentimes choosing what job to pursue is more difficult than it seems

Test Drive Your Future Career: Job Shadowing

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
May 16, 2022
Claire Brown '23 chases after the ball in City's game against Linn-Mar

City High Girls Soccer suffers third loss of the season to Linn-Mar

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
April 29, 2022
Alfredo Ortiz '22 attempts to dribble the ball around a West High defender

City High Boys Soccer Loses to West

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
April 18, 2022
Heidi Stalkfleet '22 prepares for her race. Photo courtesy of Heidi Stalkfleet

Mental Health in Sports: Performance Pressure

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Aala Basheir, Aaron Stalkfleet, and Ben Horwitz
April 15, 2022
The City High Jazz Ensemble performs at the Coe College Jazz Summit in Cedar Rapids

City High Jazz Program Competes on the Road

Max Berry-Stoelzle and Callista Robertson
February 28, 2022
Will Larson '22 prepares to dive into the water at the MVC Varsity Supermeet.

Boys Swimming Prepares for Districts

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
February 4, 2022
When playing contact sports most athletes don't wear the proper equipment to protect their teeth, which can sometimes lead to lifelong consequences.

The Dental Dangers of Sports

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
February 4, 2022
Members of Jazz Ensmble performing at the Winter Show

[Photo] Music Department Returns to Live Performances

Matisse Arnone and Mary Cate Pugh
January 11, 2022
City High breaks the huddle during a timeout.

[Photo] Volleyball GameDay: State Qualifier

Ben Horwitz, Aaron Stalkfleet, and Jacob Williamson
October 26, 2021
Jonah Bowen-Burt

Jonah Bowen-Burt

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
October 15, 2021
Emmy McComas '25 passes the ball

City High goes 1-2 at Tournament at West High

Max berry-Stoelzle
October 14, 2021
The City High football team holds the boot for a picture.

Top Ranked City High Football

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
October 1, 2021
Morgan Turner '22 celebrates after a point against Iowa City Liberty

[Photo] Volleyball Gameday: City vs West

Ben Horwitz, Aaron Stalkfleet, and Jacob Williamson
September 30, 2021
Head Coach Tricia Carty encourages the team during a timeout at the game against Liberty High.

City High Volleyball Ranked 15th in Class 5A

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
September 24, 2021
Mogan Turner '22, Claire Ernst '24, and Ruby McDonough '23 celebrate scoring against Liberty.

City Volleyball Struck Down in Straight Sets by #1 Ranked Liberty

Anna Gayley and Max Berry-Stoelzle
September 1, 2021
Ben Horwitz '22 dribbles the ball upfield

Online Ticket Sales Only for the Substate Soccer Game against Davenport Central

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Sports Editor
May 24, 2021
Anna Knoche ‘21 gears up for a swing.

On the Upswing

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
May 8, 2021
City Highs Final result is shown

Breaking News: City High Mock Trial Finishes Runner-Up at National Tournament

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
May 15, 2021
Coach Jose Fajardo thanks Eddie Garces '21 for participating in the soccer team his senior year

City High Soccer Beats Dubuque Wahlert 9-2 on Senior Night

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
May 12, 2021
Mock trial team OTH prepares for the National High School Mock Trial Championship

Mock Trial Gears up for Nationals

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
May 7, 2021
In the first ever Clash for the Club City High placed 3rd.

City Finishes 3rd in First Ever Clash for the Club

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
April 28, 2021
Alima Mmunga '23 drives through the Regina defense in the opening home scrimmage.

Boys Soccer Begins Season with Dominating Scrimmage over Regina

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
March 30, 2021
Mock trial team OTH prepares for the National High School Mock Trial Championship

Two City High Mock Trial Teams make the Elite 8 State Final

Max Berry-Stoelzle and Araminta Siegling
March 26, 2021
Four weights, a resistance band, and an exercise mat lying on the ground. These are all equipment that can be used for exercise during quarantine

Staying Fit Throughout Quarantine

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
March 2, 2021
Co-Workers Create GoFundMe after Darrel Roberts Lost Home to a Fire

Co-Workers Create GoFundMe after Darrel Roberts Lost Home to a Fire

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
February 24, 2021
Isaac Weigel broke the City High record in the 100 freestyle and placed 2nd in state.

City High Boys Swim Finishes Seventh at State With Second Place Finish by Isaac Weigel

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
February 17, 2021
Jared Coiner '23 and Chase Loftus '22 swim to the other end of the pool holding their masks above the water

Boys Swim Team Maintains Momentum

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
February 12, 2021
The girls basketball team lines up before playing West High School.

Girls Basketball Team Quarantined for Two Weeks

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Kelsey Joens '23 in-bounds the ball during City's win over Cedar Rapids Prairie.

Athlete Spotlight: Kelsey Joens

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
December 16, 2020
Spirit days consisted of pajamas, and the theme of Wacky Tourist.

[Photo] City High Homecoming Altered by Covid-19

Emme Perencevich, Copy, opinion, and infographic editor
October 21, 2020
Gable Mitchell hauls in a long touchdown pass in City's victory over Ottumwa 41-16.

City High Football Defeats Ottumwa to Move on to the Next Round of the Playoffs

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporters
October 20, 2020
Maha Mohamed 22’ dressed up in onesie for pajama day during Spirit Week 2019.

Spirit Week Sees Some Changes due to Pandemic

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
October 18, 2020
Cooper Kirshling '21 chips in on hole 10 at Pleasant Valley Golf Course.

City High Golf Finishes the Season at Elmcrest

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
October 8, 2020
Cooper Kirshling'21 during practice at the Pleasant Valley Golf course.

The City High Golf Season Comes to an End

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
October 8, 2020
Because of online school, in person practices for golf have been cancelled.

City High Golf During the Sports Suspension

Max Berry-Stoelzle, Reporter
September 27, 2020
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