Announcements
November 15, 2023
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Roast Turkey With Whole Grain Dinner Roll
Sliced Ham With A Whole Grain Dinner Roll
Carrots
Candy Yams
Cornbread Dressing
Mashed Potato with Gravy
Assorted Fresh Fruit
Pumpkin Pie
UT will be participating in the 27th annual US Marine Corps Toys For Tots drive. This year over 6,000 children will register for assistance, which translates to over 29,000 gifts generously given to help the less fortunate in the Quad Cities. You can help by donating a new unwrapped toy; simply drop it off in in the General Office or Library by Wednesday December 6th. Two evening field trips open to all UT students to the Toys For Tots Distribution Center are planned for Tuesday November 28th and Wednesday December 6th, but space is limited to only “25” students per night; pick up permission slips in the library. If you know of a family who may be in need help this Christmas they will need to register Online at the US Marine Corps Toys for Tots website Registration ends November 24th.
Attention all seniors! This Friday, November 17, Merredyth with Herff Jones will be here taking in person orders for cap and gowns and/or accessories. If you ordered any extra accessories or clothing, she may have that available for pick up. She will be available from 7:30am - 8:30am and then again from 10:45am - 1:30pm. If you have not ordered your cap and gown, this is your opportunity to do it in person. After Friday you will have to order online.
The art department would like to congratulate the 29 students with artwork selected and displayed at the Festival of Trees at the River center in Davenport Iowa. The artwork will be on display from Nov 18-26.
GUIDANCE:
Black Hawk College is having another free application week. Apply free from November 13th through 17th using the code FREEAPP1123.
New scholarships have been posted. Check them out in the counseling office or in the counseling google classroom. See Mrs. Drish if you have any questions.
CLUBS:
LGBT+ club is having a meeting this week after school today Wednesday November 15th. The club will meet in the auditorium right after school for pictures at 3:10pm and then head to Miss Williams room in 125E for a guest speaker. Let's try to get as many people as possible there for the group photo!
The Festival of Trees parade needs more participants to carry banners. The parade is on Saturday, November 18th at 10am. If you are interested in helping, see Mrs. Drish. Participants earn a free ticket to the Festival of Trees.
"Gamer's Club will meet this Friday from 3 to 5 in 225E."
This year’s blood drive will be on November 21st (Next Tuesday). If you are interested in participating in the blood drive, signups will be during your lunch period Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week.
Switzerland, France, Italy and Spain Trip
Ever dreamed of getting to the top of a Swiss Mountains? Have you wanted to walk the beaches on the French Riviera, view the beauty of Provance, explore Lake Como in Italy and bicycle through Barcelona? We have the adventure for you! If you are interested in traveling to Europe in June of 2025 please make plans to attend the informational meeting today Wednesday, November 15th at 6:30 in the Commons. Parents are encouraged to attend with you. There are a limited number of spots. Check out the posters around school and see Mrs. Monson in room 223E for more information. Be sure to use the QR Code to sign up for the informational meeting that is tomorrow night! Spots are limited! QR Codes are on all the posters around school and Mrs. Monson has information brochures in room 223E. Stop by TODAY!
SPORTS:
Are you interested in joining the Boys UTHS Swimming and Diving team?! The boys swim and dive season begins November 20th and swimmers/divers of all abilities are welcome to join. Anyone interested in joining the team can stop by the pool after school any day to speak with Coach Mike. There will be an informational meeting held at the swimming pool for all interested swimmers and divers at 3:15 - 3:45 pm on Thursday, November 16th. Please email Coach Mike Firth at mfirth@uths.net with any questions about the team!