Student Services

Welcome to the Urbandale Community School District Student Services section. Student Services provides a variety of support services for students including:

Family Resource Guide/ Student Resource Guide

Urbandale CSD Facilitators of Family Outreach (FFOs) are committed to supporting our students and families by connecting them to the services and resources they are looking for.  Know that Urbandale Community School District is here to support you with your concerns.

Meal Program

Learn more about our meal program (breakfast and lunch) by visiting our Nutrition Services page.

Metro West Learning Academy

Metro West Learning Academy is an alternative program shared by three school districts: Adel- De Soto-Minburn, Urbandale, and Waukee. Metro West Learning Academy is a student-centered environment with staff who are committed to creating positive change for students, leading to social, emotional, and academic success for high school graduation and beyond.

Student Services also provides support services for students in the areas of:

  • At-Risk/Dropout Prevention and Homeless
  • English Learners
  • Extended Learning Program
  • Foreign Exchange and International Students
  • Home Schooling/Competent Private Instruction

To learn more about these services offered by the UCSD, click on a category below.

At-Risk / Dropout Prevention

Facilitators of Family Outreach Services
Facilitators of Family Outreach

Homeless Information
We Can Help U Poster
Board Policy 546

Student, Family, Community Services Specialist
Michele Hamilton

At-Risk Handbook
At-Risk Handbook 2024

English Learners

Lau Plan 24-25

Extended Learning Program
  • Stephanie Davis, Director of Student Services, is the district administrator for the Extended Learning Program. Contact: daviss@urbandaleschools.com or 515-457-5025.
Foreign Exchange and International Students

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Home Schooling / Competent Private Instruction

CPI Comparison Chart

CPI Handbook

Form A

Student Assistance Program

All UCSD students and their household family members (parents, guardians and siblings) have access to the Student Assistance Program (SAP) provided by Employee and Family Resources. The Student Assistance Program is here to help you and your family members manage the concerns in your life through free, confidential counseling. Learn more about your Student Assistance Program here. 

 

Student Services Contacts

Stephanie Davis
Director of Student Services (for assistance with Title IX, Harassment / Discrimination issues, Extended Learning Program, At-Risk/Dropout Prevention, Competent Private Instruction/Home Schooling, English Learners, Foreign Exchange and International Students, Homeless Student Liaison,  Open Enrollment,  and Foster Care Point of Contact)
(515) 457-5025
daviss@urbandaleschools.com

Melanie Hatch
Director of Special Education (for assistance with Special Education, Health Services, and Section 504)
(515) 457-5024
hatchm@urbandaleschools.com

Brandon Schrauth
Director of Teaching and Learning (for assistance with the School Counseling Department)
(515) 457-5091
schrauthb@urbandaleschools.com