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Kenna McNally

Kenna McNally, Co-Editor in Chief of The Red and Black

As editor of the Red & Black yearbook, I am excited to put together our best book yet this year! I am able to do a lot of things, but my favorites are reporting and photography. Outside of journalism, I dance at the Lawrence Arts Center and work at Chipotle.

All content by Kenna McNally

Maskless football team celebration spurs COVID-19 testing and public health concerns

October 14, 2021
Boys soccer players form a wall during a home match against Mill Valley Sep 14.

[Photo] Boys Soccer team rallies under new coaching

October 6, 2021
IPS students participate in an ice bucket challenge to raise money for Kicks4Kids.

[Photo] IPS kicks off ice bucket challenge to raise money for Kicks4Kids

September 22, 2021
Running in, senior Evan Bannister leads the football team through the banner to kickoff the 2021 season.

[Photo] Football team secures 28-7 win during home opener

September 3, 2021
Teacher Susie Micka is embraced by students after being surprised as a Bobs Award winner on Tuesday.

[Photo] Micka surprised with Bob’s Award

May 18, 2021
School secretary Cindi McCaleb embraces Emily Cates after Cates received the Class Act Award.

[Photo] Athletics secretary, Emily Cates, wins Class Act Award

April 9, 2021
Senior Donnavan Dillon receives the second vaccine dose to protect against COVID-19 on March 26. Dillon received the first shot after volunteering a county vaccination clinic at the Douglas County Fairgrounds earlier in the month.

[Photo] Lawrence High students relieved to receive COVID-19 vaccine

April 2, 2021
Freshman Brecken Ostronic plays defense against Free States junior varsity team on Friday Feb. 19.

[Photo] Girls’ basketball suffers a tough loss against the Free State Firebirds

February 21, 2021
The fabulous five, sophomores Lucy Hardy, Serenity Keo, Amaya Marshall, Hailey Ramirez, and junior Layla Harjo discuss during a break in the play.

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February 21, 2021
Following through, junior Layla Harjo completes a three-pointer.

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February 21, 2021
Players on the sideline get hype after the Lions score against Free State.

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February 21, 2021
Preparing for the free throw, sophomore Amaya Marshall gets ready to secure another point for the Lions.

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February 21, 2021
Getting pumped, sophomore Morganna Haaga cheers on her teammates from the sideline.

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February 21, 2021
Pushing down the court, junior Layla Harjo dribbles towards the basket.

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February 21, 2021
Sophomore Serenity Keo brings the ball down the court to score against Free State.

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February 21, 2021
On the defense, sophomore Lucy Hardy protects against Free State number 15.

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February 21, 2021
In the air, sophomore Hailey Ramirez swats the ball away from Free State player #0.

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February 21, 2021
Arms up, junior Layla Harjo tries to protect the basket from another Free State score.

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February 21, 2021
Lions kicker Connor Gellender kicks off to begin the annual Free State footbal game.

[Photo] New Football Coach Announced After Rampy’s Departure

February 10, 2021
Sophomore Amaya Marshall gets ready to make her next move.

PHOTOS: Lions lose to Shawnee Mission West

January 11, 2021
Poised, Junior Layla Harjo holds the ball above her head.

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January 11, 2021
President Donald Trump looms over the United States Capitol building with a wall of fire. Supporters of Trump led attacks on this building today during proceedings to finalize 2020 electoral college votes.

Breach of Capitol weakens American democracy

January 6, 2021
Lawrence High school has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

OPINION: It’s time to go remote

November 12, 2020
In the air, senior Ntense Obono prepares to hit the turf after an incomplete tackle by Free State.

Photos: Undefeated Chesty Lions defeat hometown rivals

October 30, 2020
New to the field, sophomore Sam Sedo avoids being tackled and carries the ball twenty yards.

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October 30, 2020
Out of grasp, senior TreSean Jackson escapes a tackle attempt made by Free State.

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October 30, 2020
Holding back the competition, senior Preston Greenwood lifts the competition in order to protect the comfortable lead that Lawrence High held.

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October 30, 2020
Two-man team, senior Jack Stoll and junior Jackson Wood take down Free States ball carrier during the third quarter.

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October 30, 2020
With full force, junior Noah Smith holds back a Free State player so his teammates can complete a pass.

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October 30, 2020
Unbreakable line, senior Connor Gellender rushes the ball for the kickoff with the power of the defensive line behind him.

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October 30, 2020
Going for the pass, senior quarterback Jackson Dooley prepares a throw for senior Devin Neal during the Free State/LHS game on October 23.

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October 30, 2020
Towards to end zone, senior running back Devin Neal prepares to make a touchdown with no interference from Free State’s defense. Neal ended up with over 300 rushing yards throughout the game.

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October 30, 2020
In motion, senior wide receiver Ben King sprints toward Free State’s defensive line during the first quarter of the infamous City Showdown.

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October 30, 2020
The Lions defensive line waits in anticipation for the play to begin.

[Photo] Lions football takes on rivals Free State tonight

October 23, 2020
A sticker reminds people of the importance of social distancing. Students and faculty are expected to remain six feet apart and wear masks at all times when inside the building.

School board discusses revisions and delays on move to hybrid-learning

October 15, 2020
The Lions defense prepares crowd to blitz Shawnee Heights offensive line in front of a sparse audience prior to the snap on Friday night. The defense successfully held their opponents scoreless in a 53-0 blowout win.

[Photo] Lions football crushes Shawnee Heights, 53-0

September 10, 2020
Cross Country season was interrupted this week when two athletes tested positive for COVID-19.

[Photo] Positive COVID-19 test causes cross country team to quarantine

August 22, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

Photos: Graduates take part in modified ceremony

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

[Photo]

July 19, 2020
After a nearly two-month delay, Lawrence High seniors graduated on Saturday night. Participants were told to wear masks and stay distant as COVID-19 cases have been rising rapidly in Douglas County and the state overall. The stands remained clear. Instead graduates and their guests walked through the event at tiered times.

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July 19, 2020
Biology teacher Ann Foster teaches a class of 24 students in 2015.

Foster leaving LHS to teach at BMMS

July 9, 2020
UNITY — Randall Frye, assistant choir director, and the music program are applauded by the audience during Gala on Nov. 1, 2016.

Frye announces departure to lead choir department at Central

July 9, 2020
Seniors streamed through the LHS parking lot on Wednesday night to cheers from teachers and staff as they marked the end of a school year cut short by the coronavirus pandemic. The Celebrate the Date event took place on what was originally scheduled as the date of graduation. Graduation has been moved to July.

PHOTOS: Seniors ‘Celebrate the Date’ with decorated cars

May 21, 2020
Seniors streamed through the LHS parking lot on Wednesday night to cheers from teachers and staff as they marked the end of a school year cut short by the coronavirus pandemic. The Celebrate the Date event took place on what was originally scheduled as the date of graduation. Graduation has been moved to July.

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May 21, 2020
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