John F. Kennedy High

This week, Kennedy juniors & seniors took part in the #Every15Minutes program. This event challenges students to think about drinking, driving, and the impact that our decisions have on our families, friends, and the community. #KHigh4Life youtu.be/owwYvrSaQ3E?si…

Kennedy Principal Poppy Hill-Bonales & FACES David Hernandez joined AUHSD Assistant Superintendent Nancy Nien and Walker Principal Jennifer Sasai in support of La Palma Police Chief Joe Guerrero at the La Palma PD swearing in ceremony last night. #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Kennedy Principal Poppy Hill-Bonales joined Walker Principal Jennifer Sasai, AUHSD Trustees Brian O’Neal & Ron Hoshi, and Assistant Superintendent Nancy Nien at the La Palma State of the City last night at La Palma City Hall. #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower 📸: @AnaheimUHSD

Principal Poppy Hill-Bonales accepted the 2024 California Distinguished School Award on behalf of Kennedy High during last night's @AnaheimUHSD Board Meeting. The award was presented by @QuirkSilvaCA. #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

.@KHigh4Life hosted their 2024 Homecoming dance on Saturday, Oct. 5. Titled “Celestial Serenade,” the dance offered guests an opportunity to experience a live band, DJ, food trucks, video games, and more hosted by Kennedy ASB. #KHigh4Life #thejfkshamrock #supportjournalism

Reminder, Irish! Tomorrow (Thursday, Aug. 15) will be our first Late Start Day of the year! 1st period begins at 9:25 a.m. There is NO ZERO PERIOD on Thursdays! Please see the Late Start Bell Schedule for more information. #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Hey, Irish! We’ll see you tomorrow morning at 7:10 a.m. for zero period. 1st period starts at 8:30 a.m. Don’t forget to wear your #GREEN for the first #KHighFriday of the 2024-25 school year! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Earlier this week, the OC Maker Challenge Prize Patrol stopped by campus to award prizes to students who competed in the OC Maker Challenge. Congratulations to Emma Li & Aleshka Garcia (Pandora Purse) & Neo Park, Jonas Huerta, and Justin Craft (The Foodinator)! #KHigh4Life

You made it, Irish! Great job this year! Enjoy your Summer Vacation! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Are you joining us for summer school, Irish? APEX classes run from Monday 6/3 through Friday 6/28. (No school on Wednesday 6/19.) OCDE ACCESS classes are Monday 7/1 through Friday 8/2. (No school on July 4th.) Questions? Contact your counselor. #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Hey, Irish! Check out the new episode of Irish TV! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower #IrishTV youtu.be/fbjLp3QSwB0

The #ClassOf2024 took part in a graduation rehearsal yesterday morning in preparation for their big day. Kennedy's Graduation will take place on Thursday, May 23 at Handel Stadium at 6 p.m. ALL GUESTS MUST HAVE A TICKET IN ORDER TO ATTEND. #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Hey, Irish! Check out the new episode of Irish TV! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower #IrishTV youtu.be/05qNbheYm4g

Earlier this month, Kennedy High seniors Samuel Huh and Brianna Wongsuphakphan were recognized at the 2024 AUHSD Student Film Festival. Samuel took home Best Screenplay while Brianna won Best Actress. Both IB Film students were also nominated for Best Short Film. #KHigh4Life

Congratulations to David Alfaro on winning the Waymakers AUHSD Art Contest! The contest, titled “SUBSTANCE-FREE IS THE WAY TO BE,” inspired young people to remain alcohol, tobacco, and drug free. Way to go, David! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Hey, Irish! Check out the new episode of Irish TV! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower #IrishTV youtu.be/9TtmxJr6tiM

It's #FinalsWeek, Irish! We will be on a minimum day bell schedule on Wednesday, May 22 and Thursday, May 23. Good luck on your finals! You got this, Irish! ***REMINDER: There will be NO LATE START on Thursday, May 23!*** #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower

Hey, Irish! Check out the new episode of Irish TV! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower #IrishTV youtu.be/WIcZkebtDYM

Hey, Irish! There's only five school days until summer break! Good luck on your finals! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower -KG

Hey, Irish! Check out the new episode of Irish TV! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower #IrishTV youtu.be/Py1JlWzyH4A

It's almost Senior Week, Class of 2024! Plan ahead with this helpful calendar! #KHigh4Life #EngageEducateEmpower #ClassOf2024