by dusdvvpadm01 | May 25, 2026 | News & Announcements
Summer is a time for growth and fun, and the Downey Unified School District’s Food Service team wants to ensure every child has the energy they need to enjoy it! Our Summer Meal Program provides free breakfast and lunch to all children aged 18 and under. No...
by dusdvvpadm01 | Jan 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
The CDE requires that all SFAs who operate the federal meal program notify households about the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Information Act annually. What is the EITC? The EITC is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income. They must meet certain...
by dusdvvpadm01 | Dec 9, 2025 | News & Announcements
We are excited to invite all K-12 students in our district to participate in the 2026 “Nourish to Flourish” Contest, presented by the Southern California School Nutrition Association (SCSNA). This year’s theme, “Celebrating our Berry Sweet School Nutrition Champions,”...
by dusdvvpadm01 | Oct 27, 2025 | News & Announcements
For the past 12 years, Lily Ivanov has been at the heart of Downey Unified’s Food Services Department, ensuring that every meal served supports student growth, learning, and overall well-being. As the district’s Registered Dietitian (RD), Lily oversees everything from...
by dusdvvpadm01 | Oct 22, 2025 | News & Announcements
The Stauffer Café took students on a flavorful journey around the world during its first-ever food tasting event on Tuesday, October 21. Hosted in the school cafeteria, the event featured two exciting menu items already available in our secondary schools — Chicken...
