Family Resources

DUSD Tech Help Desk

Need help? We are here for you!
The best way to reach the Help Desk is by email.

Monday – Friday
7 am – 4 pm

In person or by phone

(562) 469-6905

helpdesk@dusd.net

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i-Ready Resources

i-Ready allows teachers to meet your student exactly where they are and provides data to increase your student’s learning gains. Visit the Family Center to learn more about the program.

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WeTip Confidential Reporting

This reporting system offers an anonymous way for students and their families to report various incidents like wellness concerns, vandalism, bullying and discrimination without fear.

 
 
 
 
 

Get Connected

Q-Parent Connect

Q-Parent Connect will allow you to access student grades, attendance, and additional information. Once enrollment is complete, the parent/guardian should receive a Parent Connection account log-in and temporary password.

  • If you do not remember your Q-ParentConnection pin or password, please use the links under the Login button to receive that information.
  • If you do not currently have a Q-ParentConnection account, please contact your child’s school.
Click this button to get the Q-Parent Connect application on the Apple Store
Click this button to get the Q-Parent Connect application on Google Play

ParentSquare

ParentSquare provides a simple and safe way for everyone at school and across the district to connect.

  • Receive all district, school and classroom communication via email, text, or through the app.
  • Communicate in your preferred language.
  • Comment on school postings to engage with your school community.
  • View the school and classroom calendar and RSVP for events.
  • Easily sign up to volunteer and/or bring items.
  • Securely receive report cards and other important information.

ParentSquare can be used on any device. You can download the free mobile app for iOS (iPhone) or Android or use the desktop version at www.parentsquare.com

Click this button to get the Q-Parent Connect application on the Apple Store
Click this button to get the Q-Parent Connect application on Google Play

How to Report an Absence

Improving attendance is an essential strategy for reducing achievement gaps. When students reduce absences, they can make more academic gains. Attendance Matters! However, we understand that there are instances beyond our control when a student can not attend school. In that case, please choose one of the following ways to report an absence:

Log on to Parent Connect

parentconnection.dusd.net

Email the Front Office

Send an email with:

Include the following the following information:

  1. Student’s First and Last name
  2. Date of the absence
  3. Reason for the absence
  4. The name of the person calling

Call the Front Office

(562) 904-3588

Leave a voicemail with:

  1. Student’s First and Last name
  2. Date of the absence
  3. Reason for the absence
  4. The name of the person calling

Annual Registration

Please visit the district website for important forms and information about annual registration.

Important Documents

Parent Involvement Policy (PIP)

The document outlines a parent involvement policy for the school, fostering collaboration between school and families.
English | Spanish

Home School Compact

This document explains how parents and teachers will work together to make sure all our students reach grade level standards.
English & Spanish

Sign Up for the PTA

We'd love your participation. Join today!

Uniform Complaint Procedure

Guidelines and process for addressing legal, discriminatory, and educational complaints within Downey Unified School District.
English | Spanish

Wellness Resources

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For Students

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For Parents

TLC Family Resource Center

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More Resources

Ways to Help at Home

  • Have your child speak and answer questions in complete sentences.
  • Read with your child every day.
  • Monitor your child’s television, video game, and Internet use.
  • Encourage your child to use the library.
  • Instead of asking, “How was school?” try asking:
    • “What made you smile today?”
    • “Who did you sit with at lunch?”
    • “Tell me something you know today that you didn’t know yesterday.”
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Words of Wisdom

All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.

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