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The 3-part docuseries about Piper Rockelle and Tiffany Smith released by Netflix.
Piper Rockelle and the Shadows of Stardom: Inside the Netflix Docuseries “Bad Influence”
Cafeteria trashcans being emptied halfway through lunch.
A Disposable Dilemma
Millie Bobby Brown's addresses fans and critics alike, amassing over 5.4 million views on the Instagram video.
The Expectation for Celebrities to Stay Young
Dow Jones Industrial Average tanked following President Trump's tariff announcement.
Tariff War: A Fail for the US Economy?
From former recession hits to today's top qualifiers, pop music is evolving.
Recession Music Revival: Is Pop Bringing Back the Party in Tough Times?
Luis Marquez-Sedano's senior picture (Courtesy of Mrs. Umstead)
Student Spotlight: Luis Marquez-Sedano
Steven Gutierrez-Suazo senior picture
Student Spotlight: Steven Gutierezz
Mr. Patten celebrating his hurdle's team win at Drake University (Courtesy of Mr. Patten)
Determination & Resilience: Meet Mr. Patten!
The movie poster featuring Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood with one of the Bridges in the back
Exploring Iowa
Mr. Smith's senior picture (Mr. Smith)
Embracing Spirituality: Meet Mr. Smith!
Aresnal and French National Team legend, Thierry Henry doing his iconic corner flag celebration (The US Sun)
Soccer: Universal Language that Connects the World
O'Grady doing what he loved best - cheering on the Maroons
The Man Who “Finished Strong:” A Personal Memorial to Denny O’Grady
Mara Mead, Isa Colon-Alba, Elizabeth James, Franny Umstead, Lilian Schultheis, and Maddie Ricke attend a football game in their overalls.
Senior Style: Crafting Football Overalls with a Sentimental Flair
Father Andrew, Father Acrea, Father Downey, and Father Flood stand on the sideline at a football game.
Football for the Fathers
The Dowling Catholic girl's volleyball team celebrates a point after a long rally.
Through a Different Lens
Father Andrew, Father Acrea, Father Downey, and Father Flood stand on the sideline at a football game.
Football for the Fathers
Anne Grant smiles during her commitment photoshoot, repping ISU's red and gold.
Cyclone in the Making
Abby Wilcox poses for her announcement post to the University of South Dakota.
Go Yotes!
Bracelets from the Unravel Pediatric Cancer nonprofit help support the cause.
Digging for Gold
Nick Pulliam getting the student section hyped up at a football game.
Nick Pulliam – Our Dowling Leprechaun
Aresnal and French National Team legend, Thierry Henry doing his iconic corner flag celebration (The US Sun)
Soccer: Universal Language that Connects the World
A view of the blue oval at the Drake Relays 2023 during an officials' break
Beginnings of the Blue Oval
The 1994 girls tennis team.
You Know the Drill
Fisher tees off at one of the first golf meets of the season (R. Gray)
Pilar Fisher Says Goodbye to Golf
Luis Marquez-Sedano's senior picture (Courtesy of Mrs. Umstead)
Student Spotlight: Luis Marquez-Sedano
Steven Gutierrez-Suazo senior picture
Student Spotlight: Steven Gutierezz
Working towards a society that forever values and prioritizes mental health! The USC #SpeakYourMIND Ice Bucket Challenge.
Same Splash with A New Cause in MIND: The USC #SpeakYourMind Ice Bucket Challenge
Naura Smith tik tok photo of her preparing food for her children.
The Rise of Minimalism: How Environmental Crises, Political Uncertainty, and Social Media Saturation Are Reshaping Consumption in 2025
A collection of popular shows from the '90s and early 2000s.
The Resurgence of Old TV Shows
Around Town: The Picker Knows
Around Town: The Picker Knows
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Southeast Polk Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Southeast Polk Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Volleyball Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Volleyball Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Roosevelt Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Roosevelt Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Football Game
Journalism Period 7 Broadcasts
Journalism Period 2 Broadcasts
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Southeast Polk Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Southeast Polk Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Volleyball Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Volleyball Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Roosevelt Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Roosevelt Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Waukee Northwest Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Ankeny Football Game
PORTFOLIO BY STVN: Dowling vs. Ankeny Football Game
AI And The Harm on the Art Community
AI And The Harm on the Art Community
The cover image of one of Lauren Riihimaki's latest YouTube videos.
“the art of starting over”
Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper) and his father (Stephen Graham)
“Adolescence:” The Corrupted Youth
The 3-part docuseries about Piper Rockelle and Tiffany Smith released by Netflix.
Piper Rockelle and the Shadows of Stardom: Inside the Netflix Docuseries “Bad Influence”
A view into Cosanti's gallery
Earth, Art, and Ambition: Visiting Cosanti
Father Flood celebrates communion at Coach V's wedding ceremony this past summer in Des Moines, Iowa.
Brothers for Life
2024 Bishop's Celebration of Catholic Schools
2024 Bishop’s Celebration of Catholic Schools
Father Andrew, Father Acrea, Father Downey, and Father Flood stand on the sideline at a football game.
Football for the Fathers
All are welcomed to admire the Dowling Catholic Ofrenda that will be on display in the Narthex for just over a month, starting October 24th. [Artwork by Carter Coppola]
Bigger Than Life Acts of Faith
Fr. Acrea holding his special rosary of three beads. Each bead symbolizes one Hail Mary.
Dowling’s Beacon of Light
  • May 14Graduation Friday, May 23 7:30 pm
  • May 149-11 Finals May 23-29
The student news site of Dowling Catholic High School

The Dowling Catholic Post
The student news site of Dowling Catholic High School

The Dowling Catholic Post
Father Flood celebrates communion at Coach V's wedding ceremony this past summer in Des Moines, Iowa.

Brothers for Life

Annalise Grant, Staff Writer
September 27, 2024
Father Flood celebrating a successful backflip after breakdancing during a pep assembly.

Backflips and Big Faith

Allison Hunnicutt, Staff Writer
September 20, 2024
Two canoes out on the waters of Clear Lake filled with friends laughing and enjoying each other's company.

Finding Home: The Transformative Power of Summer Camp Experiences

Addi Schaefer, Staff Writer
September 20, 2024
Lamyaa Shaban is joined by her family and an Arabic translator as I meet to speak with them at the Immigrant Welcome Network of Johnson County's shared house.

Motherhood in a New Land

Ella Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2024
New Beginnings

New Beginnings

Delaney Platt, Editor-in-Chief
May 6, 2024
Photo taken for Taylor Swift's New Album: "The Tortured Poets Department" for promotion (Google Images)

Taylor Swift Releases yet Another Iconic Album!

Addi Schaefer, Staff Writer
May 3, 2024
The opening scene from the TikTok video that propelled Schultheis and Hogendorn to fame.

Climbing the Steps to TikTok Stardom

Ella Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2024
Christmas Baskets

Christmas Baskets

Addi Schaefer, Staff Writer
December 7, 2023
Schaefer on October 15, 2023 at AMC Theater in Johnston, Iowa for Taylor Swift The Eras Tour

Eras Tour Movie Review

Addi Schaefer, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
Anne Grant smiles during her commitment photoshoot, repping ISU's red and gold.

Cyclone in the Making

Delaney Platt, Editor-in-Chief
October 5, 2023
The people we see every day are sometimes taken for granted, but we should appreciate all they do for us.

Part 2: Behind the Scenes of DCHS

Delaney Platt, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2023
Mrs. Smith in her office, ready to chat with students [A. Cleghorn]

Mrs. Smith – What Can’t She Do?

Alaina Cleghorn and Mackenzie Branstad
May 11, 2023
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