School News

The application window for G.L.A.D. (Global Language Academies of Downey) is now open through January 31, 2026!

Regular school attendance boosts academic achievement and builds a strong foundation for social skills and responsibility.

True Lasting Connections (TLC) provides a range of health and human services free of charge to DUSD students and their families. This event is a great opportunity to come together to show support for families in our community.

Character Counts Week is Oct. 19–25! Downey Unified celebrates kindness, responsibility & character in every student.

Downey Unified joins the Great ShakeOut on Oct. 16 with a 9:00 a.m. drill, helping students and families stay prepared for earthquakes.

Homework time can build success habits early. At Downey Unified, college and career readiness starts in elementary.

The district is expanding AVID, a proven program that builds student skills for success in school, college, and beyond.

All Downey Unified elementary schools are now Apple Distinguished Schools, recognized for innovation, creativity, and student success.

PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. In simple terms, it means we teach, practice, and celebrate the positive behaviors that help our students learn and feel safe at school.

Did you know that 90 percent of the brain develops before age 5? This is why Downey Unified has created exemplary early education programs.