Announcements
February 3rd, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Mandarin Orange Chicken
Fried Rice
Vegetable Egg Roll
Mike’s Cheese Bites
Mixed Green Salad
Steamed Broccoli
Baby Whole Carrots/Dip
Applesauce
Peaches
Good morning, Panthers! Here's something colleges and employers both look at: your attendance record. Chronic absenteeism signals that someone might not be reliable - and that's not the message you want to send. But here's the real reason attendance matters: every day you miss, you fall behind. Studies show that students who miss more than 10% of school are significantly less likely to graduate on time. You've worked too hard to let absences hold you back. Show up today, and every day. Your future self will thank you.
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.
Students, the University of Wisconsin - Platteville will visit UT on Monday, March 9. Please sign up in the Counseling Office. Wisconsin - Platteville is recognized for strong programs in Engineering, Agriculture, Criminal Justice, and Technology. Want to learn more about UW - Platteville? Sign up in the Counseling Office to speak with the representative on March 9 during Period 4.
SPORTS:
The girls' bowling team finished in 4th place at the Western Big 6 tournament yesterday. Madeline Willers placed 4th overall and earned All-Conference honors. Itzel Gerardo placed 9th to earn second-team All-Conference honors. Congratulations bowlers!
CLUBS:
Multi-cultural 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, at 7:15 am in the Counseling Office. 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!
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!
Good Morning Students! P7 will be meeting again this Friday at 7:20 in 251N. Come to hear a lesson on God's love, along with a snack and some fun! See you there!