School News

Announcing our Assistant Director of Athletics & Activities
Created on May 20th, 2025Following an extensive interview process, we’re pleased to share that Mr. Connor LaGrone has accepted the position of UCSD Assistant Director of Athletics & Activities.
Since 2022, Mr. LaGrone has been serving as the Associate Activities Director in Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District. While earning his Master of Arts in Sports Management from Western Michigan University, he served as an associate in West Des Moines Schools, a team manager for Western Michigan Women’s Basketball, and supported operations for the Des Moines Menace. In addition to his master’s degree, Mr. LaGrone earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Iowa and recently completed his Concussion in Sports Certification and Activities Administrator Authorization Certification.
“I am incredibly honored to be joining the Urbandale Activities Department and excited to support our student-athletes, coaches, and community,” said LaGrone. “High School activities play such a pivotal role in building character, leadership, and lifelong memories and I look forward to helping continue the tradition of excellence at Urbandale.”
Please join us in welcoming Mr. LaGrone as our Assistant Director of Athletics & Activities.