We officially have been approved to transition back to our Summer Food Program on 9/14. This means every enrolled student will be able to grab a breakfast and a lunch free of charge no matter what their eligibility status is. This will run through December 31st or until the federal funding runs out.

Our Meals2Go pickup will continue at the following sites: Webster, Middle School and High School on Thursdays only. Virtual only students will receive 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches, when requested through thisform. Hybrid students will receive either 4 or 5 breakfasts and lunches. These meals can be requested through this form.

UCSD is also partnering with UCAN to provide weekend meals for anyone under the age of 18 on Friday at Cross Creek and Timberline.

Families are still encouraged to apply for the free and reduced meal program as it assists in more than just the meals. Students who do qualify can also qualify for partial or full waiver fees. I can help families apply if thats a barrier!

The application is online and is found here.

Please let me know of any questions.

Brittany Cooley
Facilitator of Family Outreach Services (FFO)

Karen Acres Elementary

Valerius Elementary

Classroom parties are happening this year!! Our first, the Fall Spirit Party, will be held Thursday September 24th and Friday September 25th. Parties this year will be entirely teacher led. Questions: jaime.goetsch@hotmail.com

Thursday, Sept. 24th- TEAM J-HAWK

Friday, Sept. 25th- TEAM U

Since these overlap with fall parties and homecoming week, we chose to put J-hawk spiritwear earlier in the week :)

You can shop online to order at https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/pictureDayId/EVT2KRCF3

Picture day ID is: EVT2KRCF3

To celebrate homecoming we will still host dress up days for our school- check out the schedule below:

MONDAY/TUESDAY- J-HAWK Spirit DAYS

WEDNESDAY- MONOCHROMATIC DAY (wear all of one color)

THURSDAY/FRIDAY- PICTURE FANCY DRESS UP DAY

Need some Urbandale Spiritwear? Check out j-hawkshop.com

PTO will be providing a drink, snack, and game for all classrooms to enjoy a Fall Spirit Party on Thursday, Sept. 24th and Friday, Sept. 25th.

Please let the Health Office know if your child is sick on in person learning days AND at home learning days.

Remote families- we will need you to call into our health office if your student is sick, for attendance.

To ensure that we get the message, please call our health office at 457-6503.

Principal- Valerius Elementary

Email: colem@urbandaleschools.com
Website: www.urbandaleschools.com
Location: 3305 92nd St. Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone: 515-457-6501
Twitter: @MichelleACole