Announcements
September 22nd, 2025
GENERAL INFORMATION:
All-Beef Hot Dog On A Whole-Grain Bun
Spicy Chicken Breast Served On A Whole Grain Bun
Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Mixed Green Salad
Assorted Fresh Fruit
Students who will be taking the bus home this afternoon, please pay attention as this may apply to you:
BUS 22 and BUS 31 1st run students will be taken home on BUS 23’s 1st Run
BUS 22 and BUS 31 2nd run students will be taken home on BUS 23’s 2nd Run
Students,
The Homecoming permission slips for outside guests are available in the general office or student services. The forms must be turned in with the guest's ID attached no later than this Wednesday, September 24th. Please remember to keep track of your discipline visits to student services if you want to attend the dance.
UT is going to Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia in June 2027! Classical and traditional music. Breathtaking mountain landscapes. Architecture that will leave you awed and charmed. If these are a few of your favorite things, then this Europe tour will be music to your ears. In our session, we'll cover everything from how this opportunity will benefit you, what's included in the experience, how we'll keep the trip safe and affordable, and much more. Come learn about this incredible opportunity on Tuesday, September 6th, at 6:00 pm in the Commons! RSVP by scanning the QR code in your student or parent email, or on the posters above the drinking fountains. This will also make you eligible for a $200 discount and place you in a raffle for a $500 scholarship! See you Tuesday, September 6th! Find Mr. Greer with any questions.
GUIDANCE:
Students, Black Hawk College is hosting Transfer Exploration Night on Wednesday, September 24, from 6 - 8 p.m.. The event is geared toward high school students starting at Black Hawk and transferring to one of the Illinois State System schools. The event will discuss transfer guidelines, resources, and the State System Transfer Guarantee. If you have questions, see your school counselor or Mr. Davis, the College & Career Advisor.
Attention Seniors wanting to re-take the ACT. We will offer the ACT on October 17th at UTHS. Please sign up at the counseling office by September 26th. Please see Mrs. Whitcher in the counseling office if you have any questions.
It is AP testing sign-up time. If you are in an AP class, you will sign up for the test with your teacher. For all other AP testing, please come to the counseling office and ask for the signup sheet. See Mrs. Whitcher if you have any questions.
Students, THIS WEEK, Black Hawk College and the University of Illinois - Champaign/Urbana will visit UTHS. Sign up in the Counseling Office to visit with college reps. Also, this week, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission and the United States Marines and Army National Guard will be at UT.
Students, UTHS will offer the ASVAB test on November 13. Practice questions are available. See your school Counselor or Mr. Davis, the College & Career Advisor.
SPORTS:
There will be an open softball workout on Wednesday from 3:30 to 5 pm on the varsity field. Any questions, see Coach Alonzo or Coach Tapia.
CLUBS:
Students, join us tomorrow in the girls' gym for an FCA meeting at 7:30! Snacks will be provided!
The next Interact Club meeting will be on Wednesday, September 24th, at 7:30 am in Room 119C. We will have a guest speaker presenting on the Peer Justice Program.
Come find out what the program is and how to volunteer if you are interested. Please be on time so we can start promptly at 7:30. All students are welcome to attend.
Attention all students! The sign-up forms for the Powderpuff game are available in the general office. The forms correspond with class powderpuff shirts: freshmen are green, sophomores red, juniors purple, and seniors pink.
There will be an informational meeting for those interested in joining the speech team on Friday, September 26th, at 3:15 in 224E. The speech team consists of 14 events across four categories: public speaking, acting, limited prep, and book. Competitors gain experience with poetry, radio broadcasting, political/economic discourse, and much more. There is something for everyone! Come learn more about our state qualifying team next Friday after school in 224E. See Mr. Greer with any questions.
Don't forget Ally Day is Tuesday, September 23rd! To participate and show support all you need to do is wear the color blue! Let's make every student in this school feel safe and comfortable to be themselves!
The Panther Players have been working hard on our fall production: an evening of One-Act Plays. We have three wonderful short plays that explore traditional folklore, gender, and old age. It's not something you will want to miss! Come see "Wiley and the Hairy Man", "A Jury of Her Peers", and "Any Body for Tea?" Friday, September 26th, through Sunday, September 28th, in the auditorium. Student tickets are $7 and can be purchased by scanning the QR code on the flyer or at the door. See you then!
Got Hope? We do! Come join the Hope Club this Wednesday, 9/24, for more fun as we continue Homecoming preparations in room 189V from 3:15 to 5:00 pm!
Link Crew Leaders, please check your email or the remind out and fill out the form regarding the cookout. If you have already responded, thank you.
Student Council will meet this Friday in room 109S at 7:30 am. It's the last week before homecoming, so join us for final preparations!
Attention Latinos Unidos members, we will have a meeting after school on Wednesday, 9/24, in room 256N. See you all there!
This week, we’ll be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Spirit Week, presented by the Multicultural Club.
Here’s what you can look forward to the rest of the week:
Tuesday, September 23rd: Ally Day — wear blue to show your support!
Wednesday, September 24th: Jersey Day — represent your favorite sports team!
Thursday, September 25th: Como la flor or Sombrero Day — wear flowers or your favorite hat!
Friday, September 26th: Papel Picado Day — show your brightest colors!
Let’s come together to celebrate and honor Hispanic Heritage Month with pride, fun, and school spirit!