Urbandale schools to vote on leaving CIML Monday
Currently, Urbandale is the smallest school by enrollment in the CIML, which contains schools like Southeast Polk, West Des Moines Valley, and Ankeny. In early February, the district received an official invitation to join the Little Hawkeye Conference, which includes smaller schools like Norwalk and Indianola.
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Before making a decision, the district sent out a survey to parents, students, and coaches to get an idea of what the community wanted. According to survey results released late last week, the majority of parents and staff want to leave the conference. However, the majority of students and coaches want to remain in the CIML to continue competing against some of the best schools.
The Urbandale School Board will vote on whether to leave the CIML or stay at a meeting on Monday at 6 p.m. at the UCSD Administration Office. If the board accepts the invitation to join the Little Hawkeye Conference the change would begin in the 2026-2027 school year.
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