Sep 26, 2024 | News & Announcements
There are so many benefits to today’s students becoming bilingual, from competitive advantages in the future to strengthening their ability to learn. Here are a few benefits of learning a second language:Enhanced Problem-Solving Skills As students learn a new...
Jul 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
Welcome back, Explorers! Our first day of school is quickly approaching and we want to make sure you are prepared for the first day! Important dates The Office opens for new student registrations and dropping off paperwork on Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023. The first day...
Jul 24, 2023 | News & Announcements
While our dual-language program and our International Baccalaureate dual-language program essentially have the same goal of ensuring students are bilingual and bi-literate by the time they begin middle school, there are important differences to note when considering...
Jul 12, 2023 | News & Announcements
We know there are some myths out there that learning a second language can be confusing for children. Let’s dive into some of these myths and get to the facts. Myth: Learning a second language can confuse young students.Fact: As students learn a second language,...
Apr 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
Did you that approximately only 30% of all engineering jobs are occupied by women? This is why Downey Unified is proud to provide an opportunity for our female students to grow their representation in STEM fields and be more successful post-graduation by continuing to...