
VALERIUS WEEKLY
October 17th - 21st
Every Monday is a LATE START! School starts at 10:00am (Doors open at 9:45am)
Morning Drop Off Reminder
Doors open and supervision begins at 8:40am (Tuesday - Friday) and 9:45am on Mondays. Students should not be dropped off before this time.
Thank you so much for working together to keep our students safe.
Parent University October 18th (Tuesday)!
Interested in learning more about grading, bullying, social media, social emotional learning, technology, or how to apply for scholarships and financial aid for college? How about talking directly with the Superintendent and School Board members? Then register today for Parent University on October 18. All UCSD parents/guardians are welcome to attend these free sessions.
Picture Retakes are on Wednesday (10/19)!
Picture Retakes will be the morning of October 19th! Pictures packages were delivered to the school on Wednesday (10/12) and sent home with students.
You can still order pictures by visiting the website https://www.hrimaging.com/. Then enter your student's First and Last Name (you may also need their Student ID).
Call 815.433.1766 with any questions or to order by phone.
THANK YOU to ALL!!
Karen Acres Fall Festival - October 22nd (THIS Saturday)!
Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 10am-3pm
As we begin to prepare for the opening of the new Valerius next year, we will be working with Karen Acres PTO throughout the year to begin bringing families together. You’ll see us partner on several events throughout the year! This is one event Karen Acres has invited us to join! Mark your calendars now for the 5th Annual Karen Acres and Valerius Elementary Fall Festival! From vendors, crafters, free inflatables, train rides, walking tacos and of course raffle baskets everyone is sure to have a wonderful time!
Fall Fest wouldn't be a success without the many volunteers who give their time to help. The PTO is looking for volunteers for Saturday, Oct. 22, to serve food, sell raffle tickets, and help with inflatables and other activities. One-hour shifts are available throughout the day between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., so whether you can help for just an hour or maybe more, please consider signing up!
**Sign up here to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0b48a9a72aa20-karen
Donations for food and drinks to serve during the day. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090B49A9AD2BA5F58-2022
Join the event page for important details and share the event with friends! https://www.facebook.com/events/1059163498062005
PREVIOUSLY SHARED INFORMATION...
FRIDAYS are THEME Days!
Fridays are about fun and celebration, so we are going to add to that with theme day Fridays. Each Friday, we will have a dress up theme that staff can wear along with their jeans, and students can join in on the fun as well!
October Themes:
10/21: Team Jersey Day
10/28: Spooky Friday (Halloween Theme or Black/Orange)
Flu Vaccine Clinics: October 26 at UHS
The Polk County Health Department will offer Flu Vaccine Clinics for Urbandale students, staff, parents, siblings, and community members.
Dates: October 26, 2022
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Urbandale High School Commons (cafeteria) (Note: Please enter the high school through the main entrance and turn right to walk toward the Commons.)
Reserve Your Flu Vaccine Appointment Online
For more information about the Flu Vaccine Clinics visit the UCSD website.
Meal Payments & Waiver Application
Funds can be loaded onto student accounts electronically through TITAN, or by bringing cash or check to your student's building. For more information on meal pricing, and how to build a complete meal, please check our menus page.
Video tutorials (with translations) - How to Use TITAN
2022-2023 Application for Waiver of Confidentiality and School Fees
VALERIUS ELEMENTARY
Principal: Lara Justmann; justmannl@urbandaleschools.com
Dean of Students: Derek Wilkins; wilkinsd@urbandaleschools.com
Office Manager: Angie Jones; jonesa1@urbandaleschools.com
Nurse: Jenny Villegas; villegasj@urbandaleschools.com
Website: https://www.urbandaleschools.com/schools/valerius-elementary/
Location: 6301 Aurora Avenue, Urbandale, IA, USA
Phone: 515-457-6500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valeriuselementary