Oct 15, 2026 | News & Announcements
On October 15, Governor Gavin Newsom visited Downey Unified as the State of California released its latest student achievement data and highlighted the district’s progress in improving student outcomes. During the visit, the Governor spoke with Superintendent Dr....
Sep 29, 2026 | News & Announcements
Four Downey Unified schools have received national recognition for creating inclusive school communities where students of all abilities can participate, lead, build relationships and experience a sense of belonging. Gauldin Elementary School, Doty Middle School,...
Sep 28, 2026 | News & Announcements
Thank you to all of our Downey Unified families for another great start to the school year! The end of September marks the end of Attendance Month, but we want to keep up good attendance all year long! One of the core ways to ensure good attendance? Being on time. As...
Sep 25, 2026 | AVID, News & Announcements
At Downey Unified, we’re always looking for ways to give our students the best opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed, not only in school, but in life. One program we’re especially excited about is AVID, which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination....
Aug 30, 2026 | News & Announcements
As we all get back into the swing of another amazing school year, we look forward to the opportunity to learn, grow, and show up for one another. One of the best ways to ensure success as a student is to limit absences. Our Your Presence is Powerful campaign...
Aug 24, 2026 | News & Announcements
Over the summer, our favorite toys (led by Woody, Buzz, and Jessie) experienced the damage that screen time can have on our little ones. As educators, we could not agree more and would actively encourage families and any adults responsible for a child to limit...
