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Opened 2023-24 Valerius Elementary
  • 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

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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 about Thank You for Attending the Jensen Jubilee
August 2, 2024

Facilities Update: Jensen Elementary Demolition

 Project Status Update: 9.26.24 Asbestos removal in the Jensen Elementary building began at the end of September (2024). A temporary fence around the perimeter will be constructed and demolition equipment will be brought in the week of October ... Read More about Facilities Update: Jensen Elementary Demolition
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You might be asking... 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, hugs, tears, laughter, memories, community, and connection. In short, it was pure joy! Thank you to our Urbandale
community for creating such a beautiful evening. We are #grateful4U!

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