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City Ends Official Advisory Time
City Ends Official Advisory Time
September 11, 2024
Teacher Siri Felker takes attendance
City High’s Attendance Policy Impacted by New Iowa Law
September 11, 2024
Class President Nick Tran '25 poses with newly elected Vice President Ania Naso '25
Student Senate Elects Vice President
September 10, 2024
The Club Fair advertises many of the clubs City High has to offer
Annual Club Fair Takes Place for Back-to-School Night
September 4, 2024
Policy signs are posted for students on classroom doors
City High Implements a New Tardy Policy
May 17, 2024
LH SPORTS PODCAST
LH SPORTS PODCAST
September 13, 2024
Safety Connor Cross '25 during this season's game against Liberty
Little Hawks to Battle Ames for the CyHawk Trophy
September 13, 2024
Wide receiver Connor Cross splits through the Liberty defense.
Liberty Takes Zeus’s Bolt Home
September 9, 2024
Parker Sutherland '25 cheers on his team in the 2023 season game against Liberty
Sports Preview: City vs. Liberty
September 6, 2024
LH Sports Podcast
LH SPORTS POD: Little Hawks vs. Bolts
September 6, 2024
'Rains In Heaven' Song Review
‘Rains In Heaven’ Song Review
August 29, 2024
STAFF EDITORIAL: Restricting I.V.F. Harms Families
STAFF EDITORIAL: Restricting I.V.F. Harms Families
May 13, 2024
Liverpool Will Win The Premier League
Liverpool Will Win The Premier League
May 10, 2024
Finals Cause Unnecessary Stress
Finals Cause Unnecessary Stress
May 9, 2024
Racebending: What It Is and Who's the Problem
Racebending: What It Is and Who’s the Problem
May 8, 2024
Q&A With Student Senate Vice President Candidate Ethan LaLumiere
Q&A With Student Senate Vice President Candidate Ethan LaLumiere
September 10, 2024
Photo courtesy of Carmen Maria Machado
Q&A With Carmen Maria Machado
September 9, 2024
Due to recent underfunding from the state and declining/flatlining enrollment, the ICCSD has had to make budget cuts
ICCSD Faces Budget Restrictions
June 17, 2024
Black Excellence in Business Form
Black Excellence in Business Form
May 24, 2024
MESU x The Little Hawk: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Interviews
MESU x The Little Hawk: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Interviews
May 24, 2024
'Rains In Heaven' Song Review
‘Rains In Heaven’ Song Review
August 29, 2024
Who’s that doll? It’s Barbie!
Who’s that doll? It’s Barbie!
May 21, 2024
LH ALBUM REVIEW: Super Real Me
LH ALBUM REVIEW: Super Real Me
May 16, 2024
LH ALBUM REVIEW: Youth
LH ALBUM REVIEW: Youth
May 15, 2024
Why Romantic Comedies Are the Best Genre of Movies
Why Romantic Comedies Are the Best Genre of Movies
May 15, 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
Liam Murphy ‘24 holds a piece of his work
Q&A with Student Artist Liam Murphy
May 15, 2024
PERFORMER PROFILE: Brandon Davie
PERFORMER PROFILE: Brandon Davie
April 25, 2024
Yomi Hemley ‘25 and Ian Deleeuw ‘24 perform as Lina Lamont and Don Lockwood in ‘Singin’ in the Rain’
‘Singin’ in the Rain’ Ends Show Run with Sold Out Matinee
April 24, 2024
Leman dances as she sings in the rain with Deleeuw
PHOTO STORY: Drama Puts on ‘Singin’ in the Rain’
April 22, 2024
LH SPORTS PODCAST
LH SPORTS PODCAST
September 13, 2024
Wide receiver Connor Cross splits through the Liberty defense.
Liberty Takes Zeus’s Bolt Home
September 9, 2024
LH Sports Podcast
LH SPORTS POD: Little Hawks vs. Bolts
September 6, 2024
Due to recent underfunding from the state and declining/flatlining enrollment, the ICCSD has had to make budget cuts
ICCSD Faces Budget Restrictions
June 17, 2024
MESU x The Little Hawk: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Interviews
MESU x The Little Hawk: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Interviews
May 24, 2024
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Andrea Hernandez '22 and Emily Grecian pose for a photo.

Cookies and Communities: Providing a Safe Space for Students

Rebecca Michaeli and Aala Basheir
May 19, 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
Aala and Greta's Letter from the Editors

Aala and Greta’s Letter from the Editors

Greta Stanier and Aala Basheir
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’

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

Sustainability at City High: The Composting Dilemma

Aala Basheir, Features Editor
December 16, 2021
The ICCSD Implements New Grading Policy

The ICCSD Implements New Grading Policy

Aala Basheir, Features Editor
December 9, 2021
Andre Wright speaks to students in the Little Theater.

Humanize My Hoodie Co-Founder Speaks With Students

Rebecca Michaeli and Aala Basheir
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

Aala Basheir and Lulu Roarick
October 14, 2021
Art by Aala Basheir

Autism Awareness/Acceptance

Aala Basheir
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

Rebecca Michaeli and Aala Basheir
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

Jesse Hausknecht-Brown and Aala Basheir
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

Aala Basheir and Rebecca Michaeli
February 18, 2021
Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague speaking at a protest over the summer.

The D.C. Riot and its Effects on Iowans

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

Show Choir Season… Online?

Aala Basheir
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

Aala Basheir, Features Editor
October 26, 2020
Art by Emily Kucera

Mental Health During a Global Pandemic

Aala Basheir and Rebecca Michaeli
October 24, 2020
Black Lives Matter protesters gather outside the Johnson County courthouse.

Black Lives Matter: The Fight for Equality in Iowa City

Aala Basheir, Jesse Hausknecht-Brown, and Shoshie Hemley
October 23, 2020
The storefront of Yotopia Frozen Yogurt, a local woman-owned business in Iowa City.

Iowa City Businesses Adapt to the Pandemic

Aala Basheir and Shoshie Hemley
October 23, 2020
Signs for the Republican and Democratic Nominee for Iowa Senate.

[Photo] Political Campaigns: The New Normal

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

A Late Election: Senior Class President Candidates

Aala Basheir, Feature Editor
October 1, 2020
Around the World with COVID-19

Around the World with COVID-19

Aala Basheir and Rebecca Michaeli
May 20, 2020
Best Buddies Annual Friendship Ball

Best Buddies Annual Friendship Ball

Nathalie Nunez and Aala Basheir
March 10, 2020
Jewish Star and Muslim

Salaam Shalom

Aala Basheir and Rebecca Michaeli
February 11, 2020
Kolby Kucera '21 looks for an open teammate to execute an inbound play.

Boys Basketball: Mid-Season Streak

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

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

Rebecca Michaeli, Reporter
February 3, 2020
Fighting a Rare Illness

Fighting a Rare Illness

Shoshie Hemley and Aala Basheir
December 20, 2019
Rebecca Michaeli '22 and Sophie Wagner '22 live with rare, chronic illnesses.

One in a Million

Aala Basheir and Shoshie Hemley
December 20, 2019
Byron Benton '21 getting ready to pass the ball in the game against Muscatine.

Varsity Boys Basketball: Seeking Control

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

Best Buddies Participate in Winter Actvities in Library

Jae Dancer and Aala Basheir
December 16, 2019
Rose Nkumu '20 high fives her teammates during City's win against Cedar Rapids Kennedy.

[Photo] Girls Basketball off to a Strong Start

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

Season Recap: Varsity Volleyball

Aala Basheir and Natalie Green
November 13, 2019
City high takes on Cedar Falls at home.

Football Series: Redemption

Aala Basheir and Wolfgang Fullenkamp
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

Natalie Green, Rachel Marsh, and Aala Basheir
October 31, 2019
Infographic by Emme Perencevich

Dear 2109

Ruth Meehan and Aala Basheir
October 25, 2019

Best Buddies Walks in Iowa Homecoming Parade

Aala Basheir, Reporter
October 23, 2019
Infographic by Emme Perencevich

Dear 2109 – The Little Hawk Advice Column

Ruth Meehan and Aala Basheir
October 14, 2019
Infographic by Emme Perencevich

Dear 2109 – The Little Hawk Advice Column

Ruth Meehan and Aala Basheir
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

Aala Basheir and Wolfgang Fullenkamp
October 3, 2019
Little Hawks lost 3-0 to Cedar Rapids Xavier Tuesday.

Little Hawks Volleyball Against Xavier

Aala Basheir, Reporter
September 4, 2019
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