Mar 9, 2026 | News & Announcements
For parents exploring early education options, understanding the differences between Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten is essential. While both serve as foundational years for young learners, each program is designed with distinct goals and developmental...
Nov 18, 2025 | News & Announcements
Meet Garcia’s Liaison Rocio Carrillo Hello Bulldogs! I am the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Liaison for Garcia Elementary. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Human Services with a Mental Health concentration from Cal State...
Nov 3, 2025 | News & Announcements
You may not realize how much regular school attendance benefits students, but it can be a strong indicator of future academic achievement and lays a strong foundation for students’ social skills and responsibility. Higher Academic Achievement Perhaps unsurprisingly,...
Sep 15, 2025 | News & Announcements
Did you know that a child’s early years are some of the most important, not only socially and emotionally but also cognitively? In fact, 90 percent of the brain develops before age 5. In Downey Unified, we truly care about the growth of all our students and want to...
Sep 2, 2025 | News & Announcements
Back-to-school night is the perfect opportunity to get a preview of what your child’s school year will look like. From meeting their teacher, learning about the curriculum, and understanding the expectations; this night serves as a way to prepare...
