Announcements
January 30th, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION:
BBQ Beef Riblet Served On A Whole Grain Bun
Dill Breaded Chicken On A Whole Grain Bun
Fish Sticks Served With A Whole Grain Garlic Bread Stick
Oven-Baked French Fries
Baby Whole Carrots/Dip
Assorted Fresh Fruit
Good morning, Panthers! Here's a quick way to know where you stand with attendance. If you're missing less than 5% of school, you're in the Safe Zone - great job! Between 5 and 10%? That's the Watch Zone - time to tighten up. Over 10%? You've crossed into the Red Zone, which means you're chronically absent. Think of it like a game - your goal is to stay green. Check in with your counselor if you want to know your current percentage. Let's all aim for the Safe Zone!
WQAD News 8 invites students to honor an outstanding educator by submitting a short essay for the My Favorite Teacher Contest. Five winners will be featured on WQAD in March/April 2026. Entry Window is open now through Feb. 8, 2026. The online link is: https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/contests/wqad-news-8-invites-students-to-honor-teachers-in-my-favorite-teacher-contest/526-d0fb3cf9-d3a2-4804-a49a-82c0b3b3f653. Copies of the paper form are available in the General Office. Mail entries must be postmarked by Feb. 8 and received by 5 p.m. CT on Feb. 13 at WQAD News 8, 3003 Park 16th Street, Moline, IL 61265.
Students! Get excited for the upcoming Panther Pant! More details, including the official date, will be announced soon. For updates and additional information, reach out to Student Council or attend our weekly meetings every Friday.
It's that time of the year to make the Plunge for the Special Olympics teams and athletes. We are asking all coaches, clubs, and organizations to come out and participate. There are two ways to support. Plunge as a team or sponsor an athlete. Polar Plunge packets will be available in the general office for pickup. Please have your teams turned in by February 26th. If you have any questions, please contact Jill Sanders-Colgan\
GUIDANCE:
Scholarships are in full swing right now. Seniors should take a look at the list in the counseling office or posted on the counseling Google Classroom. Check them out and see Mrs. Drish if you have any questions.
Students, the Silvis Rocket Boosters are looking for volunteers to help with concessions at the middle school basketball games. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, see Mr. Davis, the College & Career Advisor, for more information.
Thinking about the University of Iowa? February 2nd is the General Application Deadline for Fall 2026 admission. Submit your applications by February 2nd to ensure full consideration. Applications received after February 2nd will be reviewed on a SPACE-available basis, and if a student is admissible, they will be placed on a WAITLIST. The University is ranked #49 among Top Public Schools in the country. The University of Iowa is recognized for high retention rates (nearly 91%), and strong academic programs in Writing & Nursing.
SPORTS:
CLUBS:
Multicultural Club is hosting a Black History Month Door Decorating Contest. Deadline for completion is Friday, February 6. Please see the flyers around school for details. Judging will occur on February 17. Prizes will be given to second period class winners.
Calling all Juniors! You are needed to form this year's PROM Committee. Join and help make PROM memorable for the Senior Class. Be sure to sign up in the Counseling Office and plan to attend our next meeting on Wednesday, February 4. See Ms. CJ in the Counseling Office with any questions.