Van Meter Community School District

We’re excited to welcome students and families back with several important events and milestones in the coming days:

➡️ August 21: Preschool through 6th grade Open House, plus TK/Kindergarten Intake Conferences
➡️ August 25: First day of school for TK-12th grade
➡️ August 25-26: TK/Kindergarten Discovery Days
➡️ August 25-29: Preschool Home Visits
➡️ September 1: No School (Labor Day)
➡️ September 2-3: Preschool Discovery Days

We cannot wait to kick off another year of learning, growth, and connection! 🎉

International Youth Day is the perfect time to recognize that school is about more than academics—it’s a place where youth find connection, purpose, and support. Thank you to everyone who supports the young people in our community! 🫶

August is Get Ready for Kindergarten Month! It’s the perfect time to prepare your child for school success by establishing daily routines and talking about what they can expect at school. 📚

We are looking forward to welcoming our newest learners on Monday, August 25! 🗓️

Happy Book Lovers Day! Encourage your child to read today and every day. A love of reading is a gift that lasts a lifetime! 💙📖

11 of our Middle School students enjoyed a five-day trip to Washington DC and New York City! They explored the Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol, Times Square, and so much more. 🗽

Thank you to everyone who helped make this experience possible, including our four dedicated chaperones! 🙌

Join us for Preschool-6th Grade Open House & TK/K Intake Conferences on Thursday, August 21! 🎒

It’s a great opportunity to meet teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for an exciting new school year. See you there!

The start of a new school year is just around the corner! Here are some important dates to mark on your calendar:

🌟 August 21: Preschool-6th Grade Open House & TK/K Intake Conferences
🌟 August 25: First Day of School for TK-12th Grade
🌟 August 25-26: TK/Kindergarten Discovery Days
🌟 August 25-29: Preschool Home Visits
🌟 September 1: No School - Labor Day
🌟 September 2-3: Preschool Discovery Days

We cannot wait to welcome our Bulldogs back for another amazing year of learning, growth, and connection! 🎉

National Truancy Prevention Month is a reminder that every day in school brings new opportunities. Let’s work together to keep our students learning, connecting, and thriving. 🤝

Remember, attendance matters!

From group projects to lunch table laughs—friendship is at the heart of the school experience. Happy International Day of Friendship to all who lift each other up! 🙌 #VanMeter

On National Parents Day, we want to thank the people who pack lunches, help with homework, and support our students every step of the way. We appreciate all the ways you stay engaged with your children’s education! 🙌

It’s CHAMPIONSHIP FRIDAY! Best of luck to our softball team as they take on the West Lyon Wildcats today! Let's go, Dawgs! 🥎💪
🕖 5:00pm
📍 Rogers Park - Channel Seeds Field
🎥 https://www.watchighsau.com/
📈 https://tinyurl.com/yjhh9nx9
🎟️ https://tinyurl.com/2p2ct94m
#VanMeter

Reminder: Family Week runs from Sunday, July 27 through Sunday, August 3, as part of Iowa’s Unified Activity Federation calendar.

During this time:
✅ No contact between high school staff and student-athletes
✅ School facilities closed for all activities

Take this opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy time together as a family! 😊

GAMEDAY: Our softball team is playing in the state SEMIFINALS today! Best of luck to the team as they take on the West Fork Warhawks. Go Dawgs! 🥎
🕖 3:00pm
📍 Harlan Rodgers Park - Fort Dodge (Iowa Central Field)
🎥 https://www.watchighsau.com/
📈 https://tinyurl.com/5d7tbfwr
🎟️ https://tinyurl.com/2p2ct94m
#VanMeter

Congratulations to our baseball team on qualifying for state! This is the first time since 2022 and the ninth in the last 13 years! We’re so proud of you! ⚾ #VanMeter

GAMEDAY: Today’s Substate Championship day! Best of luck to our baseball team as they travel to take on the West Marshall Trojans! Go Dawgs! ⚾
🕖 7:00PM
📍 Marshalltown HS
🎟️ https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/iahsaa/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzY3MDc%3D
#VanMeter

Congratulations to our softball team on qualifying for state for the fourth consecutive year! We’re so proud of you! 🥎 #VanMeter

GAMEDAY: It’s Regional Championship day! Our softball team is taking the field against the Exira-EHK Spartans. Go Dawgs! 🥎
🕖 7:00pm
📍 Van Meter HS
🎟️ https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202506270515177828f1b4abeedea48/checkout
#VanMeter

GAMEDAY: Today’s the baseball district championship! Best of luck to our baseball team as they take on the Roland-Story Norsemen at HOME! Go Dawgs! ⚾
🕖 7:00pm
📍 Van Meter HS
🎟️ https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/iahsaa/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzY2NTU%3D

Reminder: Pets are not allowed at athletic events.

GAMEDAY: Our softball team is taking on the Interstate 35 Roadrunners today for the regional semifinal at HOME! Let’s go, Dawgs! 🥎
🕖 7:00pm
📍 Van Meter HS
🎟️ https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202506270515167728b6f384505a04b/checkout

Reminder: Pets are not allowed at athletic events.

GAMEDAY: Best of luck to our softball team as they take on the Kuemper Catholic Knights at HOME for the second round of regionals! Go Dawgs! 🥎
🕖 7:00pm
📍 Van Meter HS
🎟️ Pre-purchase tickets online: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20250627051504286f19d51a2944643/checkout. Entry at the gate is cashless per the IGHSAU.
#VanMeter