Announcements
January 9th, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Cheeseburger On A Whole Grain Bun
Breaded Chicken On A Whole Grain Bun
Fish Sandwich Served On A Whole Grain Bun
Oven-Baked French Fries
Mixed Green Salad
Assorted Fresh Fruit
Lights. Camera. Opportunity!
Are you interested in film and digital media?
Fresh Films, a Quad City-based company in Rock Island, is offering FREE hands-on training, career-launching mentorships, and the chance to work on real film sets!
Turn your passion into a profession - ALL 4 FREE.
Meet Fresh Films representatives at UT on Friday, January 16, during Period 4.
Ready to turn your passion into a career? Want to learn more about the film industry?
Sign up in the Guidance Office. If you have questions, see Mr. Davis, the College & Career Advisor.
GUIDANCE:
Are you planning to attend Black Hawk College and still need to apply? Applying is free now through January 17th.
Monmouth College will visit UT on Monday, January 12, 2026, during Period 3.
Monmouth College competes in the Midwest Conference. They have 20 NCAA Division III sports, and more than 60 clubs and organizations, including performance groups, Greek life, service, research, and special-interest clubs. The college offers over 60 academic programs, including a unique 3+1 Nursing Program. Admitted students receive the Dean's Scholarship worth up to $33,000 p/yr based on academic performance. Want to know more about Monmouth College? Sign up in the Guidance Office. If you have questions, see your counselor or visit with Mr. Davis, the College & Career Advisor.
Attention students! Maya Davis, the representative from Black Hawk College, will visit UT on Tuesday, January 13, during Period 3. Special Offer: Black Hawk College is currently offering a FREE application for all students through Saturday, January 17.
Whether you are already planning to attend or just want to learn more about Black Hawk College's programs, this is a perfect time to get your questions answered and save on your application fee. Please sign up at the Guidance Office to attend the presentation. Questions: see your counselor or Mr. Davis, the College & Career Advisor.
SPORTS:
Interested in competitive gaming? Join UT's high school Esports Team! We’re recruiting players for Rocket League and NBA 2K26. Compete online against other high schools, earn playoff spots, and compete for the IHSA State Championship. For information, meet with Mr. Garcia in room 236N BEFORE January 23rd.
All boys interested in joining the track and field team who are not in a winter sport should attend a brief meeting on Thursday, January 15th, after school in the Commons. See Coach Holschbach in 234 if you can't attend.
CLUBS:
The Gearheads Club is revving up to build a Ford Explorer Dragster, and we need your help to transform this beast into a speed demon! Join Mr. Ron and Mr. Thirtyacre for our weekly gatherings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:15 PM in the Auto Mechanics shop. Sign-up sheets are available from Mr Ron, Mr Thirtyacre, and in the counseling Office!