We’re looking forward to welcoming you and your family for the 2023–24 school year! Go J-Hawks!

First Day of School: 2023–24 School Year

Karen Acres (year-round calendar)

• The first day of school for Karen Acres Elementary students is Thursday, July 27, 2023 
• All UCSD schools (preschool–12th grades) will have a late start every Monday
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UCSD (except Karen Acres)

• The first day of school for UCSD K-12 students (except Karen Acres) is Wednesday, August 23, 2023
• All UCSD schools, preschool–12th grades, will have a late start every Monday.)
• The first day of school for Olmsted, Valerius, and Webster preschool students is Friday, August 25, 2023
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Updated Elementary Start and Dismissal Times

Beginning in the 2023–24 school year, all elementary schools will have the same start and dismissal times. Every Monday will continue to be a “Late Start” as our staff utilize this time for professional learning and collaboration. 

Elementary Start & Dismissal Times
Monday (Late Start) = 9:55 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.
Tuesday – Friday = 8:50 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.

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List of Schools:

• Karen Acres Elementary
• Olmsted Elementary
• Valerius Elementary
• Webster Elementary
• Urbandale Middle School
• Urbandale High School
• Metro West Learning Academy

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Additional Information For Quick Reference:

• Before- and After-School Childcare (Adventuretime)
• Bus Transportation
• Calendars (Note: Late Start Every Monday)
• Cancellations & Delays
• Forms
• Free & Reduced Meals / Student Fee Waiver
• Health Services
• Kindergarten Registration
• Meal Payments
• Menus
• Online Payments (not meal payments)
• Preschool Registration
• New Student Registration
• Returning Student Registration
• Safety and Security
• Student Assistance Program (SAP)
• Visitors at UCSD Schools

 

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