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Opened 2023-24 Valerius Elementary

Opened 2021-22 Olmsted Elementary

Opened 2020 UHS Fitness Center

Construction began summer 2021; completed fall 2023
4-section, 2-story elementary school on Valerius site
Align with design elements & features from the new Olmsted Elementary

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I’m absolutely thrilled about our second new elementary school that will be built on the Valerius site! Urbandale students have always been given the highest quality of education, and will now be given even more opportunities to be inspired, to learn, and to grow in this fantastic new space—truly infinite possibilities for our students to be successful! Kelly Squires, Valerius student, Urbandale graduate & Valerius teacher for 30+ years

Construction began summer 2019; completed fall 2021
4-section, 2-story elementary school on Olmsted site
A welcoming, bright & secure building with severe-weather safe room

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We are so proud to welcome you to Olmsted Elementary. We are excited for each of our students and their families to be part of a committed community where academic, social and emotional learning is a daily focus to bring learning to life for everyone. The partnerships we create with our families and community allow us to stay focused on high expectations and standards, while also ensuring a nurturing and supportive environment to overcome challenges and try new things. Kara Paulson, Dean of Students

Construction began spring 2019; completed spring 2020
18,000 sq ft state-of-the-art fitness facility
Supporting the health of all UHS students

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We are more than excited about the state-of-the-art fitness center and what it means for our students and community. The fitness center provides the most current equipment needed to properly and safely maximize physical health and training in a safe and controlled environment. It’s a very exciting time in the world of Strength and Conditioning in Urbandale! Pete Traynor, Director of Strength and Conditioning

Latest News

June 18, 2025

UCSD Facilities Update: Master Planning

Overview Throughout the 2024-25 school year, a group of parents, staff, and community members came together to serve on a UCSD Facilities Master Planning Committee. Committee members participated in four workshops led by DLR Group in order to ... Read More

October 16, 2024

Thank You for Attending the Jensen Jubilee

Thank You for Attending the Jensen Jubilee Thank you to our students, parents, staff, school board, alumni and community for attending the ‘Jensen Jubilee’ event at Olmsted Elementary on November 7, 2024. The night was full of smiles, ... Read More

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UCSD Facilities Update: Master Planning

Thank You for Attending the Jensen Jubilee

Metro West Learning Academy Community Open House: April 23

You might be asking... Is the District considering any new construction projects?

Throughout the 2024-25 school year, a group of parents, staff, and community members came together to serve on a UCSD Facilities Master Planning Committee. Committee members participated in four workshops led by DLR Group in order to review existing facilities, understand current and future challenges, and outline facility planning priorities. Priorities include relocating the softball field, construction of a District Administration Office and Maintenance Facility, construction of a high school Career and Technical Education building, and refurbishing the UMS football track and construction of a track around the field. Learn more by viewing the "UCSD Facilities Update: Master Planning" article.

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