VALERIUS WEEKLY

October 10th - 14th

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Reminder: NO SCHOOL on Monday (10/10) - Fall Break

Please make note of the following dates in October 2022 when school will not be in session.

District-Wide

Friday, October 7: No school due to a teacher in-service/professional development day
Monday, October 10: No school due to Fall Break
Adventuretime All Day Program (PreK–5) on October 7 and 10: Registration must be completed by September 21 at 11:59 p.m. Learn more

Current Online Breakfast & Lunch Menus

Please click on THIS LINK to access Titan Breakfast and Lunch Menus.

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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:

10/14: Sweatshirt Day

10/21: Team Jersey Day

10/28: Spooky Friday (Halloween Theme or Black/Orange)

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Parent University October 18th: Register Today!

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.

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Thank You to all the family members who were able to join us on Thursday for Run with a Loved One!!

Event Information

Dine to Donate Fundraiser at Chipotle

PTO Dine to Donate Fundraiser at Chipotle - 33% of event sales get donated back to Valerius PTO.

Order in store or online using the code C6TT2E4.

Dine to Donate Flyer

When?

Tuesday, Oct 11, 2022, 04:00 PM

Where?

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, USA

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2022 Valerius Fun Run

The 2022 Valerius Elementary Fun Run will be held after lunch on Friday, October 14, 2022 at Frerichs Field. Students will walk to the field, have fun running laps on the track, and enjoy a snack. Families can attend to support our students at this fun event!

Sign-up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA9AA2BA5FCC25-2022

This all-school run also serves as a fundraiser for the PTO. Our fundraising goal is $8,000. Funds raised help us provide a t-shirt for each student, funding for field trips, school-wide enrichment programs, running club, and more for students throughout the year.

Flock a Friend is back this year! Select the Flock a Friend $50 donation and send a flock of flamingos to your yard or a friend's yard. Friends and & Families can also make donations of any amount here: https://valeriuspto.square.site/

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Karen Acres Fall Festival - October 22nd!

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!

Volunteers needed!

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

Interested in having a booth? Email karenacresfallfestival@gmail.com

PREVIOUSLY SHARED INFORMATION...

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Ordering School Pictures

School Picture day was on September 13th! You can still order pictures by visiting the website https://www.hrimaging.com/ and choosing 9/13/22 School Portrait. Then enter your student's First and Last Name (you may also need their Student ID).

Picture Retakes will be the morning of October 19th!

Call 815.433.1766 with any questions or to order by phone.

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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

October 26 Flu Vaccine Appointments

For more information about the Flu Vaccine Clinics visit the UCSD website.

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Meal Payments & Waiver Application

Meal Payments

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

Uplifting Urbandale

UCSD Nutrition Services recognizes the important connection between a healthy lifestyle and a student's ability to learn effectively which is why we ensure all students have access to a healthy breakfast and lunch on a daily basis.

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UCSD COVID-19 Guidance (Updated 7/19/22)

Please follow this link for the up to date Covid -19 Guidance for the 22-23 school year.