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Mrs. Borger-Germanns 6th hour AP Seminar course
The Two Year Long Course Turning Students Into Scholars
January 29, 2023
BREAKING: Cutest Couple Contest 2023 Released
BREAKING: Cutest Couple Contest 2023 Released
January 25, 2023
City Alumni and state representative Adam Zabner poses with Matisse Arnone 23 and Lulu Roarick 24 after protesting the voucher bill.
Voucher Bill Passed with Protests and Criticism from City Students and Staff
January 25, 2023
Claire Hartwig 25 in City Highs Green house
Gardening Club is Making New Roots in City High
January 20, 2023
Elite Anderson presents to Watsons second period government class.
City High Paraeducators Tell Stories of Living Under Authoritarian Rule
January 20, 2023
Boys basketball breaks it down coming out of a timeout vs Liberty High.
Boys Basketball Nears Post Season
February 1, 2023
Erin Anderson 23 smiles after pinning her opponent to go through for finals.
Photos: Girls’ Regional State Wrestling
February 1, 2023
Young Little Hawk Basketball Players Provide Highlights
Young Little Hawk Basketball Players Provide Highlights
January 28, 2023
John Weigel 23 finishing his race at the West High Meet.
KCRQ Athlete of the Week Nominee: John Weigel
January 25, 2023
Hawkeye Sports Updates: Hawkeyes Continue Winning Spree
Hawkeye Sports Updates: Hawkeyes Continue Winning Spree
January 20, 2023
THE CHESS SPACE: Master Nikolaz Petriashvili vs. Quapadraze Game Analysis
THE CHESS SPACE: Master Nikolaz Petriashvili vs. Quapadraze Game Analysis
January 27, 2023
IOWAS PRETTY GREAT: Don’t be Ecotistical (we’re looking at you, East Coast)
IOWA’S PRETTY GREAT: Don’t be Ecotistical (we’re looking at you, East Coast)
January 26, 2023
Sadie Bodzin
LH’s Top Albums of 2022
January 25, 2023
Hawkeye Sports Updates: Hawkeyes Continue Winning Spree
Hawkeye Sports Updates: Hawkeyes Continue Winning Spree
January 20, 2023
How a Ticket Sparked an Uprising in Supporting Female Athletes
How a Ticket Sparked an Uprising in Supporting Female Athletes
January 18, 2023
December 21, 2022
Chicken Adobo is the national dish of the Philippines.
Chicken Adobo
December 21, 2022
December 21, 2022
Turon is a sweet filipino desert.
Turon
December 21, 2022
Latkes are perfect for cold winter evenings!
Food Feature: Latkes
December 21, 2022
LH Album Review: Ice Spice
LH Album Review: Ice Spice
January 30, 2023
Taylor Swifts New Music Video Lavender Haze Puts Fans in a Daze with Speak Now Easter Eggs
Taylor Swift’s New Music Video “Lavender Haze” Puts Fans in a Daze with Speak Now Easter Eggs
January 27, 2023
LH Album Review: All I Have
LH Album Review: All I Have
December 1, 2022
Image via Paramount+
LH Movie Review: Monster High
November 30, 2022
Image via Netflix
LH Movie Review: Enola Holmes 2
November 17, 2022
Adrian Bostian 23 after performing the 2nd movement of Beethovens 7th Symphony
City Orchestras Host Winter Concert
February 2, 2023
Students perform in the Winter band concert
20 Band Students Accepted to University Honor Bands
January 19, 2023
Avery Provorse 24 sings a solo at the beginning of 4th Aves show
Show Choirs and Jazz Bands Kick Off Their Seasons at Winter Show
January 11, 2023
Student teacher Phil Bueche conducts during the winter band concert
City Bands Host Winter Concert
December 22, 2022
Maya Bennett ‘23 can often be found working on a new project on one of the pottery wheels in the art room during her spare time
Maya Bennett: Artistic Identity Takes Form
December 21, 2022
Young Little Hawk Basketball Players Provide Highlights
Young Little Hawk Basketball Players Provide Highlights
January 28, 2023
THE CHESS SPACE: Master Nikolaz Petriashvili vs. Quapadraze Game Analysis
THE CHESS SPACE: Master Nikolaz Petriashvili vs. Quapadraze Game Analysis
January 27, 2023
Swim Bag Essentials with Grayson Wills
Swim Bag Essentials with Grayson Wills
January 10, 2023
Sam Mbingazo ‘26 takes the court against Muscatine where the team held for thier first victory of the year.
Sam Mbingazo: From the Congo to City
December 21, 2022
LH Weather : This Week is Going to be a Cold One
LH Weather : This Week is Going to be a Cold One
December 19, 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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