The Student News Site and Newsletter of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School

The Torch
The Student News Site and Newsletter of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School

The Torch
The Student News Site and Newsletter of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School

The Torch
Personalize your Crocs with Jibbitz that show off who you are. Photo via: Pexels under the Creative Commons License.

Are You Rockin’ With Crocs?

Jerrah Viuya and Lorelei Lorentzen
April 20, 2023
"Anatomy: A Love Story" by Dana Shwartz presents a tale of suspense, mystery, and romance.

Book Review: “Anatomy: A Love Story”

Vishwa Patel
April 18, 2023
TikTok has over 14.4 million daily active users Image taken from pexels under the creative commons license.

Is Tik Tok Killing Our Attention Span?

Jedidiah Perez
April 4, 2023
Jonne Ramos, winner of 2023 Mr. JFK holds a sign that his friends made to support him.

2023 Mr. JFK

Rida Kadri and Anaina Vineeth
April 3, 2023
With false news traveling at fast rates, it becomes extremely difficult to decipher what on social media is truly real.

Independent Media’s Transformation Into a Disarray of False News

Shannon Kavaja
March 31, 2023
History textbooks often only include pictures of white men despite the diversity seen in schools.

American history is whitewashed

Chloe Tu
March 31, 2023
The Brooklyn Nets host the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Barclays Center on March 21.

Nets vs Cavaliers Recap

Kevin Mendez
March 30, 2023
Seniors Luv Patel and Hariom Patel pose with their well-deserved medals.

The Winner of the 2023 Senior Olympics Is…..

Vishwa Patel, Siri Sajja, and Shruti Raghuram
March 29, 2023
Members of the St. Louis Cardinals participated in The World Baseball Classic.

Japan Plays USA in the World Baseball Classic

Grant Lorentzen
March 28, 2023
One Piece "Film Red" is the 4th highest grossing Japanese anime film.

What is “One Piece”?

Muhammad Ali
March 28, 2023
While rising seniors receive loads of college spam that seem welcoming, many don't guarantee admission for these students, leaving letters from college institutions to feel forced.

Has Students Extraneous Efforts Been for Nothing?

Shannon Kavaja
March 23, 2023
The Competition Team and their coaches celebrating their win after a perfect performance.

JFK Competition Cheerleading team makes history, becoming 2023 Game Day Coed state champions

Chloe Tu
March 22, 2023
Giovanni Maglione celebrating his 100th win with his coaches.

Giovanni Maglione Joins the Wrestling 100 Win Club

Siri Sajja, Jedidiah Perez, Lorelei Lorentzen, and Grant Lorentzen
March 20, 2023
Sidney DeVoogd with family after scoring 1,000 points.

Sidney DeVoogd Scores 1,000 Points

Jonathan Barreto and Cameron Daniels
March 14, 2023
Ryan Sadowski and Mahir Rana work at the sound board to prepare for the Spring musical.

Behind the Musical

Rida Kadri and Aliyah Lima
March 10, 2023
What does the future hold for Room 132?

The Mystery of Room 132

Jerrah Viuya, Anaina Vineeth, and Priscila Morillo
March 9, 2023
A mural for Black History Month done by the Black Student Union

JFK Introduces Black Student Union Club

Ashlee Castillo, Fathima Nuha
March 9, 2023
Cast and crew were distraught over last minute complications of curtain damage.

Stage damaged; spring play rehearsals left delayed

Ryan Sadowski, Muhammad Ali, Aishabibi Imam, and Kevin Mendez
March 9, 2023
Wrestling team at practice

Coach Creighton leads JFK’s wrestling team to division title

Shruti Raghuram, Carlene Gruskowski, and Christopher Guallpa
March 8, 2023
Cast members prepare for their big opening night.

JFKMHS Goes Over the Rainbow

Vishwa Patel
February 28, 2023
Ms. Szoke, Ms. Koppel, Ms. Piaggio, Daniella Pajak and Mariella Rodriguez as the Spice Girls

Teachers and students lip sync to support Rent for Moms

Chloe Tu
February 23, 2023
Person holding a firecracker to symbolize possibility in the New Year.

Have You Stayed True To Your New Year’s Resolution? 

Jessica Grajcar, Editor-In-Chief
February 14, 2023
Coach Murphy talking with his player during the Kennedy-Perth Amboy game.

Lady Mustangs Basketball Takes Win Against Perth Amboy Panthers

Mia Montanez and Jeremy Fishman
February 8, 2023
Valentine's Day Singing Grams

Valentine’s Day Singing Grams

Rida Kadri, Editor-In-Chief
February 8, 2023
The beautiful and kind Camille Santos Payano smiling in a selfie. Hermosa y cariñosa Camille Santos Payano sonriendo en una foto.

Senior Spotlight: Camille Santos Payano

January 27, 2023
Senior Maria Garcia transfered in JFKMHS from Mexico in her junior year.

Senior Spotlight: Maria Garcia

Jose Cuevas, Contributor
January 27, 2023
Senior Jose Cuevas repping Chicago Bulls attire.

Senior Spotlight: Jose Cuevas

Bryce Tarnowski
January 27, 2023
Senior Spotlight- Hariom Patel

Senior Spotlight- Hariom Patel

Subtain Ali
January 27, 2023
Emely Gomez, class of 2023 enjoys baking, spending time with her family and loves voleyball.

Senior Spotlight: Emely Gomez

Esther Dorielan, Arts & Entertainment Editor
January 27, 2023
Subtain Ali dominating his opponent at his wrestling match.

Senior Spotlight: Subtain Ali

Aiden Montalvo, Head Photographer
January 25, 2023
Aiden heading to cotillion.

Senior Spotlight: Aiden Montalvo

Hariom Patel, Head Photographer
January 25, 2023
"In high school, if you want to make memories, you gotta make them fast, otherwise you're gonna miss the opportunity."- Daphne Daan

Senior Spotlight: Daphne Daan

Kelsey France, Health and Beauty
January 25, 2023
Meelah Joseph sitting in her bedroom glistening in the sun.

Senior Spotlight: Meelah Joseph

Zara Tipu
January 24, 2023
Senior Amina Khan (Class of 2023) rocks a traditional dress at her uncle's wedding in Pakistan.

Senior Spotlight: Amina Khan

Ihaab Kashmiri, Assistant Editor in Chief
January 24, 2023
Senior Andrew showing his brand new smile after getting his braces removed.

Senior Spotlight: Andrew Carbonell

Isabella Carbonell, Social Media Editor
January 24, 2023
The JFK Wrestling Mustangs after defeating North Plainfield to win the division

Clean Sweep: Mustang Wrestling Team Wins Their Division

Jeremy Fishman and Dylan Driz
January 23, 2023
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