Announcements
February 2nd, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Spicy Chicken Served On A Whole Grain Bun
Cheeseburger Served On A Whole Grain Bun
Mixed Green Salad
Baby Whole Carrots/Dip
Oven-Baked French Fries
Assorted Fresh Fruit
Good morning, Panthers! Let's talk real numbers. In a 5-day school week, 90% attendance means you can only miss half a day. Over two weeks, that's just one day. Over a month? Two days maximum. It adds up faster than you think. That "one more day" mentality? It's the reason students end up chronically absent without realizing it. Before you stay home, ask yourself - is this absence truly necessary? Your attendance is your responsibility, and your future is worth showing up for.
Attention Students! Sadie’s is happening on February 21st! Get ready for a magical night with our Winter Wonderland theme. Ticket sales will be Tuesday February 17th, and Thursday February 19th. For more details or questions, be sure to attend this week’s Student Council meeting.
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.
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
Students! Get excited for the upcoming Panther Pant! The official date is Wednesday April 22nd. The 1 mile at 5:30 and 3 mile at 6:00pm. For updates and additional information, reach out to Student Council or attend our daily meetings every Friday.
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.
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.
Gamers Club will meet this Friday in 149N.
Join us Thursday, February 4th for a Fosters Voice meeting @ 7 am! Bring a friend and have a donut!
Join us tomorrow at 7:20 in the UTHS commons for an FCA meeting!
Students! The Student Council will be meeting this Friday, February 6th in room 109S @ 7:30am. Come to the meeting, and learn more about Sadies, The Panther Pant, The Polar Plunge and volunteer opportunities!