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City High Cheerleaders march in the Homecoming Parade
Homecoming Parade
September 29, 2022
Video Game Club members gather around as they play Mario.
Video Game Club Brings ‘More Games More Fun!’
September 28, 2022
Results from a Little Hawk poll of the student body
City High’s New Detention System Meets Mixed Reactions From Students
September 27, 2022
David Zollo Performs in Cardigan park
David Zollo Performs in Cardigan park
September 27, 2022
Interact Club Student Leaders, Lanira Siron ‘25 and Jennie Gidal ‘23 working during an Interact Club meeting
Interact Club Plans “Move it Dig it Do It” Event
September 27, 2022
City Highs Sydney Wilkes Headgear is thrown off her head as she starts the last period on top during City Highs only home womens wrestling meet last year.
First Official Season of High School Women’s Wrestling Approaching with “Unstoppable” Growth
September 30, 2022
Adam Bywater 23 puts in a surge at the 2 mile mark
Athlete Profile: Adam Bywater
September 30, 2022
KP scores a touchdown against Liberty at Kinnick Stadium.
Sophomores face Davenport North looking to move past .500
September 29, 2022
Jake Mitchell chips for Eagle on hole #11 at Pleasant Valley during the Divisional golf meet.
Boys Golf Finishes 6th in MVC Divisional Meet
September 28, 2022
Nina Kuhlmann 25 sprints to beat Claire Locher 26 at the finish line
Women’s Cross Country Faced High Ranking Teams at Jim Boughton Invitational
September 23, 2022
John Weigel is the opinion editor for The Little Hawk.
What’s Wrong With “[email protected]#! it, we ball,” and Why Its Growth is Concerning
September 28, 2022
Nile Kinnick Documentary Review
New Film Documents How Nile Kinnick Became the Only Hawkeye to Win the Heisman Trophy
September 20, 2022
Scary Roblox Games to Get You Ready for Halloween
Scary Roblox Games to Get You Ready for Halloween
September 20, 2022
Write Or Fight!: Does Writing In Comic Sans Really Help You?
Write Or Fight!: Does Writing In Comic Sans Really Help You?
May 19, 2022
Oftentimes choosing what job to pursue is more difficult than it seems
Test Drive Your Future Career: Job Shadowing
May 16, 2022
Balloons in the main foyer as part of the 2022 senior prank
A History of Senior Pranks at City High
May 25, 2022
This lemon blueberry loaf is the perfect treat with a mix of sweet and sour.
Food Feature: Lemon Blueberry Bread
May 24, 2022
Teachers discuss weird stories of City High.
Teachers Tell Weird Stories of City High
May 18, 2022
Oftentimes choosing what job to pursue is more difficult than it seems
Test Drive Your Future Career: Job Shadowing
May 16, 2022
Nathalie Nunez 22 collects Tampon Tuesday donations from Nina Kuhlmann 25.
Tampon Tuesday
April 20, 2022
LH Album Review: Blackpink: Born Pink
LH Album Review: Blackpink: Born Pink
September 29, 2022
LH Album Review: FLO: The Lead
LH Album Review: FLO: The Lead
September 22, 2022
Image via A24
LH Movie Review: Bodies Bodies Bodies
September 21, 2022
Image via A24
LH Movie Review: Everything Everywhere All At Once
September 9, 2022
Flo Milli: You Still Here, Ho? Review
Flo Milli: You Still Here, Ho? Review
September 8, 2022
Sylvia Plank 25 and Lucas Ralston 24 attended the Coe College workshop
Orchestra Students Attend Coe College All-State Workshop
September 29, 2022
Eviann Smith and Carolyn Allen 24 practice new choreography
4th Avenue and Charisma Begin Show Choir in Full Swing
September 21, 2022
In the back of Opstad Charlotte leads a small team pre-paring costumes for the Peter Pan Prequel.
Charlotte Littlemoon Leads Costume Design for the Fall Play
September 20, 2022
Whit Jury 23 and Rigby Templeman 23 peek out from theater curtains
Whit Jury and Rigby Templeman Take On Their Last Play With “Peter and the Starcatcher”.
September 20, 2022
Mettemeyer at her desk in the music office
New Staff Profile: Jenni Mettemeyer
September 14, 2022
Video Game Club members gather around as they play Mario.
Video Game Club Brings ‘More Games More Fun!’
September 28, 2022
Jake Mitchell chips for Eagle on hole #11 at Pleasant Valley during the Divisional golf meet.
Boys Golf Finishes 6th in MVC Divisional Meet
September 28, 2022
Micd Up: Little Hawk Golf
Mic’d Up: Little Hawk Golf
September 20, 2022
City Swimmers Race to 4th Best Time in the State in 4x50 Relay
City Swimmers Race to 4th Best Time in the State in 4×50 Relay
September 2, 2022
Coach McGhghy (mic-gack-ee) runs down the Clash and Kinnick and previews this week City High vs Jefferson football game.
LH Sports Pod: Defensive Coordinator McGhghy runs down the Clash at Kinnick and Previews Jefferson
September 1, 2022
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Andrea Hernandez 22 and Emily Grecian pose for a photo.

Cookies and Communities: Providing a Safe Space for Students

May 19, 2022
Heidi Stalkfleet 22 prepares for her race. Photo courtesy of Heidi Stalkfleet

Mental Health in Sports: Performance Pressure

April 15, 2022
Aala and Gretas Letter from the Editors

Aala and Greta’s Letter from the Editors

April 5, 2022
Jake Roth 22 and Nathalie Nunez 22 pose with club members as they sell baked goods.

Student Senate Brings Back ‘Tampon Tuesday’

February 28, 2022
Sustainability at City High: The Composting Dilemma

Sustainability at City High: The Composting Dilemma

December 16, 2021
The ICCSD Implements New Grading Policy

The ICCSD Implements New Grading Policy

December 9, 2021
Andre Wright speaks to students in the Little Theater.

Humanize My Hoodie Co-Founder Speaks With Students

November 4, 2021
Earlier this year, House File 802 was passed through the Iowa Legislature. The infamous bill has set off debates amongst politicians, teachers and administrators.

The New Laws of Teaching Race in Iowa

October 14, 2021
Art by Aala Basheir

Autism Awareness/Acceptance

May 18, 2021
This time of year can bring many joys to people, especially those who observe the Christmas holiday. Though for those who do not celebrate Christmas, the holiday season can create a feeling of isolation.

Not In Season

March 17, 2021
The NESTT staff held an open house where they showed a variety activities that they offer

NESTT: New Mental Health Resources at City High

February 22, 2021
Humanize My Hoodie founders and friends, Andre Wright and Jason Sole, pose wearing Humanize My Hoodie apparel.

HUMANIZE MY HOODIE: Behind the Brand

February 18, 2021
Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague speaking at a protest over the summer.

The D.C. Riot and its Effects on Iowans

February 16, 2021
Fourth Ave show choir practicing in the City High cafeteria before the decision to go online.

Show Choir Season… Online?

November 19, 2020
The City High football team runs onto the field before their game against West High on Friday night.

City High Football loses in Second Round Playoffs

October 26, 2020
Art by Emily Kucera

Mental Health During a Global Pandemic

October 24, 2020
Black Lives Matter protesters gather outside the Johnson County courthouse.

Black Lives Matter: The Fight for Equality in Iowa City

October 23, 2020
The storefront of Yotopia Frozen Yogurt, a local woman-owned business in Iowa City.

Iowa City Businesses Adapt to the Pandemic

October 23, 2020
Signs for the Republican and Democratic Nominee for Iowa Senate.

[Photo] Political Campaigns: The New Normal

October 22, 2020
Oliver Bostian 21 (left) and Jeremiah Collins 21 (right) pose for a picture outside.

A Late Election: Senior Class President Candidates

October 1, 2020
Around the World with COVID-19

Around the World with COVID-19

May 20, 2020
Best Buddies Annual Friendship Ball

Best Buddies Annual Friendship Ball

March 10, 2020
Jewish Star and Muslim

Salaam Shalom

February 11, 2020
Kolby Kucera 21 looks for an open teammate to execute an inbound play.

Boys Basketball: Mid-Season Streak

February 5, 2020
Students recite the National Honors Society Pledge.

[Photo] Largest Class Ever at City High Inducted into National Honors Society

February 3, 2020
Fighting a Rare Illness

Fighting a Rare Illness

December 20, 2019
Rebecca Michaeli 22 and Sophie Wagner 22 live with rare, chronic illnesses.

One in a Million

December 20, 2019
Byron Benton 21 getting ready to pass the ball in the game against Muscatine.

Varsity Boys Basketball: Seeking Control

December 19, 2019
Michael Sabers City High paraprofessional showing buddy how to paint christmas ornaments.

Best Buddies Participate in Winter Actvities in Library

December 16, 2019
Rose Nkumu 20 high fives her teammates during Citys win against Cedar Rapids Kennedy.

[Photo] Girls Basketball off to a Strong Start

December 9, 2019
Varsity players attempt to block a ball.

Season Recap: Varsity Volleyball

November 13, 2019
City high takes on Cedar Falls at home.

Football Series: Redemption

November 12, 2019
Lindsey Bolton 20 and Emma Nugent 21 attempt to block a hit from West High.

Volleyball Defeats West High in Regional Quarter Finals

October 31, 2019
Infographic by Emme Perencevich

Dear 2109

October 25, 2019

Best Buddies Walks in Iowa Homecoming Parade

October 23, 2019
Infographic by Emme Perencevich

Dear 2109 – The Little Hawk Advice Column

October 14, 2019
Infographic by Emme Perencevich

Dear 2109 – The Little Hawk Advice Column

October 3, 2019
City High football players gather around one of their coaches to hear about plays.

Football Rebuild: A Young Team Works Back Toward Winning

October 3, 2019
Little Hawks lost 3-0 to Cedar Rapids Xavier Tuesday.

Little Hawks Volleyball Against Xavier

September 4, 2019
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