We are proud to be recognized as an
Apple Distinguished School
Preparing Students for Their Future
At Downey Unified, we work to ensure that our students are college and career ready and globally competitive. That is why we provide our students with technology that is relevant, will help them connect with the real world, and provide important job-related skills. Furthermore, our use of educational technology supports different kinds of learners, encourages collaboration, and provides students with fun new ways to learn.
1:1 iPad Program
21st Century Learning
Tech Squad
Innovation Lab
Apple Distinguished School
What It Means to Be an Apple Distinguished School
Being named an Apple Distinguished School places our school among a select group of schools recognized for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence. This distinction highlights our commitment to:
- Empowering student voice and choice
- Designing creative, student-centered learning experiences
- Using technology to deepen, not replace, learning
- Preparing students with the skills they need for the future
Only a small number of schools in California have received this honor, making Alameda a model for what’s possible when creativity and technology work together. Learn more about the award.
Creativity Powered by Technology
At Alameda, technology amplifies learning. It empowers students to think deeply, create boldly, and share their voice with purpose. With iPads as a tool for learning across all content areas, students engage in meaningful experiences that go far beyond consumption.
We are committed to developing learners who are not only prepared for the future but ready to shape it:
1:1 iPad Program
We believe all students should have equal access to technology. Therefore, each student is loaned a device to use and take home for the school year.
Tech Squad
This team of student leaders promotes creativity and inspires others. Their role is to teach others how to use a variety of tools with turorials and one-on-one sessions.
STEM Programs
Various programs are available for students to explore technical subjects. Some examples include coding, robotics, engineering, digital video, and more!
Our Commitment to Innovation
— Jennifer Robbins, Director of Elementary Education
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Forging Responsible & Aware Digital Citizens
We cannot properly prep our students for the future without lessons in digital citizenship. It is vital in the world we live in today. At Downey Unified, we teach our students how their words online have real-world effects and the permanence of their digital footprint, along with key online safety skills.
Be a Good Citizen
- Be safe on and offline
- Help protect “safe spaces”
- Posts must be directly related to course
- Only participate in meetings/chat rooms related to your classes and set up by your teachers
Be Trustworthy
- Be honest
- Use school appropriate and scholarly language
- Use the chat feature to post questions/respond
Be Responsible
- Prioritize time appropriately
- Own your words and actions
- Treat your device/equipment with care
Be Fair
- Be inclusive
- Allow others to share their views
Be Respectful
- Think before you post, speak or act
- Act and speak as if you were talking to your teacher or peer face to face
- Respect classmates and teachers
Be Caring
- Be patient with each other
- Help those in need
- Ask for help when needed