Announcements
March 10th, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Chef Special
Walking Taco’s
Taco Fiesta Beans
Baby Whole Carrot/ Dip
Mixed Green Salad
Peaches
Applesauce
Seniors - May 30, 2026, will be here before you know it! Seniors and families, to ensure you have all the information you need regarding graduation procedures, please visit our Senior Information 2026 page on the uths.net website. If you ordered a cap and gown, pick up will be on Thursday, April 23, from 10:45 AM to 1:15 PM in the Hall of Values.
Students, the Panther Pant is quickly approaching. Save the date: April 22nd. The 1 mile at 5:30 and 3 miles at 6:00 pm. More information on how to sign up is located around the school or on the various tvs around the building.
Ink Pit Production Studio is opening its doors for the annual Ink Pit Shop, and this year’s
swag is looking so good. The ACC Graphic Arts class has been hard at work designing and producing creative, memorable items you’ll definitely want to get your hands on. Curious? Excited? Ready to upgrade your style? Check out the flyers in the hallway for all the details and ordering information. Orders are due by March 13th. Swag will be delivered by April 13th. Questions? See Mrs. Jackson in room 187V. Don’t miss out; support our talented students and grab something awesome!
This Thursday, March 12, the Choir will present the Harmony Day concert with visiting 7th-8th graders. The concert will also include Tri-M induction. Please come and support our vocalists. They have prepared a program that explores travel and friendship and community and are excited to share their stories through song. Join us Thursday at 7pm in the Auditorium. Admission is free.
This quarter’s read and win prize goes to Lyra West-Jones. Lyra, please come down to the library for your gift card.
GUIDANCE:
Juniors, have you considered a future career in business? Are you interested in seeing what a career in business would look like? Live like a college student for a week, FREE, and explore your business career options at the Tippie - College of Business at the University of Iowa. You will have the opportunity to engage with current Tippie business students, staff, professors, alums, local business owners, and business professionals. To learn more about the Gateway Summer Program at the University of Iowa - Tippie - College of Business, please see Mr. Davis, the College & Career Advisor. The Tippie Gateway Summer 2026 Program is FREE! The application is open from March 2 - April 17.
Black Hawk College will be at UT this morning to meet with interested students during Period 3. If you are thinking about attending Black Hawk College or want to learn more about the college's programs, sign up in the Counseling Office to meet with the Black Hawk College representative. If you have questions, see your school counselor or Mr. Davis, the College and Career Advisor.
SPORTS:
UT Football and Soccer Cheer Tryouts will be on April 10th, with optional clinics on April 7th and 8th. To sign up for tryouts, please check out the flyers posted around school or reach out to Coach Lauren at lauren.tague@uths.net or Coach Rikki at rbennett@uths.net.
CLUBS:
There will be a short informational meeting for Bass Fishing Club on Thursday, March 12th at 3:15 pm in room 185V in the Vocational Hallway. Please email Mr. Escontrias with any questions.
Buzz Buzz! The Honey Bees are honoring Women's History Month with a donation roundup for a local women's shelter. This is open to everyone: staff and students alike, not just our Honey Bees. Items like shampoo, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, and blankets are always in high demand. Please consider donating even something small, like a toothbrush. All items can be dropped off in 121E or 187V. See Mrs. Jackson or Ms. Clearman with questions. We will be collecting through Thursday, March 12th.
The Student Council will NOT be meeting this week. We will see you after the break!
The H.O.P.E. Club will be meeting this Wednesday, March 11th, in room 189V at 3:15 pm.