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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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The ghost of Jacob Marley, played by Gabe Baird '21, reveals himself.

A Christmas Carol: A Preview

Owen Sorenson, A&E Editor
December 5, 2019
Marching Band: Why the Theme?

Marching Band: Why the Theme?

Emme Perencevich and Owen Sorenson
October 10, 2019
Taboo Music

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Breaking: Homecoming Court Announced

Owen Sorenson, A&E Editor
September 19, 2019
TJ Murphy '19 fills out a voter registration form. Photo by Olivia Lusala

New Test Taking Policy Starts Next Year

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
May 31, 2019
Mira Kumar begins her speech for her presidential campaign.

City High Presidential Speech

Owen Sorenson and Esti Brady
May 21, 2019
A group of students sing for their performance in the competition.

Becoming Better Musicians

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
April 30, 2019
The Jazz Corridor Quintet poses for a photo.

Featured Talent: Jazz Corridor Quintet

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
April 26, 2019
Lilly Kimm '19 wins the red and white spirit contest.

Seniors Dance Through April Pep Rally

Owen Sorenson and Jack Bacon
April 11, 2019
Matt Rew '20 and Oscar Irhig '20 vie for the ball

[Photo] Powderpuff Hits the Mark

Lottie Gidal and Jae Dancer
March 12, 2019
Art by Estie Dillard.

SEIBA Jazz Competitions

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
March 6, 2019
Clarinetist Noah Hartwig prepares himself for a solo during the first piece.

Indianola Jazz Band Competition

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
February 25, 2019
Mrs. Stucky Conducts both members of the Wind Ensemble and the Orchestra during the last song.

Following Through

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
February 18, 2019
First Violinist Oriana Ross finishes her solo.

Right Side

Mrs. Stucky conducts the Concert Orchestra during their second piece.

Mrs. Stucky Conducts both members of the Wind Ensemble and the Orchestra during the last song.

[Photo] Teacher Appreciation Column: Mrs. Stucky Includes Everyone in the Fun

May 7, 2021
Mrs. Stucky conducts both members of the band and orchestra in their final piece.

Members of the Wind Ensemble join the orchestra to play _____

Bass Section

Middle

The

First Violinist _____finishes her solo.

Ryan Carter playing trombone in a jazz combo

The Progression of Jazz Combos

Emme Perencevich and Owen Sorenson
February 14, 2019
Featured Talent: Haileigh Steffens

Featured Talent: Haileigh Steffens

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February 14, 2019
What is iJAG?

What is iJAG?

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
January 7, 2019
The Road to Singularity

The Road to Singularity

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
December 19, 2018
Biking is the favored transportation method of some members of the City High community.

Have Bike, Will Travel

Mira Bohannan Kumar and Owen Sorenson
November 15, 2018
Mrs. Stucky conducts the Symphony Orchestra

First Orchestra Concert Brings Good Omens

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
November 15, 2018
New Teachers of City

[Photo] The New Teachers of City High

LH Staff, Reporters
November 12, 2018
Cody Sierra

New Teacher Profile: Coady Sierra

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
October 23, 2018
The teachers from the Art Department and two students work on painting the mural.

City High Art Club Paints it Red, White, and Blue

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
November 12, 2018
Teachers' Top October Book Picks

Teachers’ Top October Book Picks

Alison Kenaston, Kate Kueter, Owen Sorenson, and Emmelene Perencevich
November 6, 2018
Art by Estie Dillard.

Contest in Clinton; Marching Band Takes Home Third

Owen Sorenson and Emme Perencevich
October 15, 2018
Ja'Korey Walker, sponsor of Black Lives Matter Club.

New Teacher Profile: Ja’Korey Walker

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
October 15, 2018
First Snow Hits Iowa City

First Snow Hits Iowa City

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
October 12, 2018
Virginia Muturi

Homecoming Royalty

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October 3, 2018
Summer Book Picks from English Teachers

Summer Book Picks from English Teachers

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
September 28, 2018
Nic Stone Visits ICCSD

Nic Stone Visits ICCSD

Owen Sorenson, Reporter
September 25, 2018
"Camo/Yellow Out" Student Section Theme Announced

“Camo/Yellow Out” Student Section Theme Announced

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September 14, 2018
Teacher Profile: Aaron Ottmar

Teacher Profile: Aaron Ottmar

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September 11, 2018
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