Mar 19, 2026 | News & Announcements
The secret is out: Griffiths Middle School is officially one of the best in the state! We are honored to be recognized as a 2026 California Distinguished School, an award that celebrates our high academic achievement and our “Where Everybody Belongs” (WEB)...
Feb 16, 2026 | News & Announcements
Students with a creative flair will be excited to learn about Downey Unified’s CTE pathways in arts, media, and entertainment. These pathways provide an exceptional opportunity for students to explore careers in these fields while gaining both hands-on skills...
Feb 9, 2026 | News & Announcements
Did you know that students can gain some skills acquired in the military without actually having to enlist to serve? The U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC), a military-regulated program for high school students, has become one of the largest...
Dec 1, 2025 | News & Announcements
School is more than just a place to learn. It is where friendships form, traditions are shared, and students feel like they are part of something bigger. When students show up, they are not just earning grades; they’re helping build a community that grows stronger...
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,...
