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Honoring the School Lunch Heroes Serving Healthy Meals: Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day
Downey Unified schools will celebrate School Lunch Hero Day on May 5 to celebrate DUSD school nutrition professionals.
Career Exploration Opportunities for Students of All Ages
Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways and programs allow Downey Unified students career exploration as part of a standard school day.
AVID Students at Doty Middle School Beat the Heat with Kona Ice!
This icy treat was a sweet way to boost morale and provide a cool pick-me-up as students tackled their tests.
The Importance of Learning Stress Management
Learning how to manage stress is essential for all individuals, including children, to lead healthier lifestyles. Doing so can also result in better overall mental and physical well-being.
I Love My School Lunch Hero
It is now time for the 2024 I Love My School Lunch Hero contest. Students, teachers, and school employees can submit a short video (30-90 seconds) celebrating the hard work, care, and dedication of their School Lunch Hero! The deadline for submission is Friday, April 12, 2024.
2024 Femineer Gala
Please join us for Downey Unified School District’s Annual Femineer Gala on March 14, 2024 at 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Benefits of Physical Education
Students who participate in PE not only receive various health benefits, they also learn social skills, self-discipline, and more.
Open House | March 7, 2024
Open House season is here! Mark your calendars. Our Open House is on March 7 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm.
Delivering Valentine’s Hearts at the Hospital
Two of Doty’s clubs, Power Up and Noble Knights took a field trip to PIH Hospital to deliver their Valentine’s hearts.
TLC 5K | February 24, 2024
Registration is open for TLC’s annual 5k race. By participating in the 5K, you help TLC help more families! Stay active for a great cause.
Join Us for Our Elementary Education Expo
We invite you to our Elementary Education Expo on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Discover how Downey Unified offers our students the best through programs encouraging innovation, critical thinking, and creativity.This expo will give you a first-hand look...
Starting 2024 with Great Attendance!
py new year and welcome back, Downey Unified families! We are ready to start 2024 on the right foot, and one way of doing so is as simple as ensuring that your students are showing up to school! At Downey Unified, our mission is to see all our students graduate...
Winter Break | Dec. 22–Jan. 5
Wishing our families a wonderful and safe holiday season.
Eating Healthy Over the Holidays
Winter Break is upon us, and we’re wishing our Downey Unified family a wonderful holiday season, creating memories with your loved ones.
Gratitude Comes in a Variety of Forms
The month of November often reminds individuals of the importance of expressing gratitude for the blessings they have in their lives—which include blessings that could be in the form of people. While saying one is “thankful” for another person can touch one’s heart,...
Character Counts Week
October 15–21 is Character Counts Week, teaching students the 6 Pillars of Character and what it means to be individuals of honorable character and helping them live lives that truly exude how one should act and treat people, displaying kindness and respect to oneself...