Academic Support

What is Viking + ?

By now, you’ve probably noticed Viking+ on your schedule, and we’re thrilled to introduce this game-changing addition to our school day! Last year, our teachers voted to revamp the bell schedule, creating a 30-minute flex period on block days specifically designed to support you—our students. This dynamic intervention period is known as Viking+.

The goal of Viking+ is simple yet powerful: to give you the time and space during the school day to get the help you need or want. Soon, you’ll have the ability to sign yourself up for sessions with any of your teachers, and they’ll be able to invite you to join them if you’re struggling in their classes or need to catch up on work.

We’re using Enriching Students to sign up for classes and take attendance during these flex periods, just like any other class. The expectations remain high, but the focus is all about supporting YOU.

Whether you’re an athlete who has to leave early for games or a student who finds science a bit challenging, Viking+ is here to give you the freedom to take control of your education. It’s your opportunity to make the most of your school day, boost your academics, and build stronger connections with your teachers.

So get ready to bring the Vike Vibe to Viking+ and make this your best year yet!

Get Help. Get Ahead.

DHS Tutoring & Academic Support

Downey High School offers a variety of tutoring and academic support options to help students succeed beyond Viking+. Students can access schoolwide tutoring for general academic support as well as targeted tutoring for specific subjects and courses.

Explore the options below to find the support that best fits your needs.

Schoolwide Academic Support

Academic Lab

All Subjects. All Students.

Mon & Tues
3:30 – 4:30 pm

Wed & Thurs
3:00 – 4:00 pm

Get Help in the Cafeteria!
Come for tutoring or just a place to get ahead!

Downey High School Writing Center

Writing, revision & academic communication  support for all DHS Students. 

Get one-on-one support with assignments, rewrites, brainstorming, revision, in-class writing, and seminar/discussion preparation. The Writing Center also offers workshops throughout the year.

In-Person • A-100
Mon–Fri | 7:45–8:15 AM
Mon, Tues & Fri | 3:45–4:15 PM
Wed & Thurs | 3:15–3:45 PM

Online
Tues & Thurs | 4:00–5:00 PM

Schedule an appointment or checkout workshops/events here.

Academic Lab

Targeted Academic Support

Additional tutoring & academic support for specific courses and students needs.

Link Lounge

Freshman support | Hosted by Link Crew

Join us in J-4 for homework help and extra study time! Bring a friend!

Before School
Mon–Thurs | 7:30–8:20 AM

After School
Mon, Tue| 3:30–4:30 PM
Thurs | 3:05–4:05 PM

Vibe Tribe Math Tutoring

Algebra 1 & Honors Agebra 1 Support

Get help with homework, concepts, and preparing for retakes in C-111!

Before School
Mon–Thurs | 7:30–8:20 AM

After School
Mon, Tue | 3:30–4:30 PM
Thurs| 3:05–4:05 PM

Multilingual Lab

Academic support for Multilingual Learners

Get help with Math, Chemistry, The Living Earth, English, History, and more in R23.

After School
Tue | 3:45–4:45 PM
Wed | 3:15–4:15 PM

AP & Honors Tutoring

Support for Students in AP & Honors Courses

Get additional support directly from AP and Honors teachers across a variety of subjects.

Visit the AP & Honors Tutoring Schedule HERE.

link lounge
Vike Tribe Math Tutoring