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News & Announcements
The Difference Between Enrollment and Registration
Enrolling a student at Downey Unified only happens once. Registration happens every year. Learn more about both!
2023-24 Commencement/Promotion Schedule
As we close out the school year, we are excited to share the dates, times and locations for each school’s ceremony as we celebrate our students’ achievements!
Congratulations to our FIRST Robotics 2023-24 Winning Teams!
Downey and Warren High robotics teams competed on the worldwide stage by both qualifying for the 2024 FIRST Championship, an international robotics competition.
Superintendent’s Student Advisory Committee (SSAC) Seeks Members
Application Window is now open to all incoming 10th, 11th & 12th grade students.
Mariachi Music Festival Recap
The inaugural Downey Unified Mariachi Music Festival on Saturday, April 27, was a successful, well-attended event. Read more about awards presented.
Lupita Infante Presents Downey Unified Mariachi Music Festival
**The Mariachi Music Festival is moving to Downey High School’s Layne Stadium**
Downey Unified Virtual Education Options
Downey Unified works diligently to try to create the optimal learning environment for its students. As such, we have...
You are Invited to Downey Unified’s Robolympics | April 20
5th Annual Robolympics
April 20, 2024 @ Warren High Gym
Doors open at 8:00 am
Competition begins at 8:30 am
Enjoy cheering on our talented students in a free event open to the community!
Solar Eclipse on April 8
Reminders and tips for viewing the eclipse safely
Students Compete in the 58th Dale Lostetter Carnival of Champions
Old River School Elementary Team Takes First Place for the Seventh Time in Carnival History.
Griffiths and Stauffer Middle Schools Named California ‘Schools to Watch’
Congratulations to Griffiths and Stauffer middle schools for receiving their second re-designations of this prestigious honor.
2023-24 Open House Schedule
Open House season begins soon and we are excited to welcome our families on campus!
Sussman Middle School’s IB Middle Years Programme is now taking applications!
We invite all 2024-25 incoming 6th graders to learn about the IB (International Baccalaureate) MYP (Middle Years Programme) at Sussman Middle School.
Join Us for Our Elementary Education Expo
Discover how Downey Unified offers our students the best through programs encouraging innovation, critical thinking and creativity.
Inclusive Co-Teaching Model in Downey Unified Wins a Golden Bell Award
At the end of November, our district received a prestigious statewide recognition for our Secondary Education and Special Education Departments’ achievements in co-teaching practices.
2024-25 Intra-District Open Enrollment
Formerly School of Choice, Intra-District applications for students within the district is now open until Jan. 31st.
Expand their horizons: G.L.A.D Now Enrolling!
The 2024-25 application window for next school year’s Dual Language Immersion program is now open.
Downey Unified Teacher Receives State & County Teacher of the Year Honors
Kirsten Neill was named a 2024 California Teacher of the Year Finalist and a 2023-24 Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year.
Downey Unified Once Again featured by Apple Newsroom for Innovative use of Technology
We are very proud to share that our district was once again featured by Apple in their official national newsroom on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023.
SoFi Stadium’s FIRST EVER high school football game
Shining bright under the lights, Warren Bears and Downey Vikings played a historic game at SoFi stadium, with over 18,000 people in attendance.
2023 DUSD Back to School Nights | Making the Most of It
Back-to-school night is the perfect opportunity to get a preview of what your child’s school year will look like. From...
Ninth Annual State of the Schools Breakfast
We invite our families and the community to attend this year’s informative event on Friday, Oct. 6th.
Update: Downey Unified Schools Still Open
Actualización: las escuelas siguen abiertas
Downey Unified Schools Open Tomorrow
Escuelas del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Downey abren mañana
How we are preparing for Hurricane Hilary
The proactive measures we have in place to ensure the well-being of our students, staff and families.
Cómo nos estamos preparando para el huracán Hilary – Las medidas proactivas que tenemos implementadas para garantizar el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias
Welcome Back Downey Unified
August 16th marks the first day of the 2023-24 school year!
Pursue the Performing Arts: DUSD Musical Conservatory
Ahead of next week’s auditions, we spoke with MTC Director Andrea Pyle about what makes the conservatory program consists of, how it benefits students, and how to stand out when auditioning.
Registration Open Now Until August 4th
This includes returning AND new students who have already enrolled.
Beyond the Classroom: Athletics & Academics in Downey Unified
Being a student-athlete is no easy feat. In Downey Unified, athletes must balance classes, practice, and workouts throughout their day, as well as competitions against other schools and districts. Take a few minutes to read why Downey Unified’s athletic programs are some of the best.
Empowered at a Young Age
Warren High School student flourishes as Entrepreneur
Save the Date – Registration Opens July 5th
📅 SAVE THE DATE! Downey Unified’s mandatory 2023-24 Online Registration will open on July 5th for ALL students! This...
Summer Programs & Seamless Summer Meals
Downey Unified students are provided with summer enrichment – free meals available for anyone 18 and under.