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25-26 Back-to-School Dates & Tips to Get Ready
Get ready for Downey Unified back to school for the 2025-26 school year! Find key dates, tips, and info to help your child start the year confident and prepared.
From Elementary to Middle: How Parents Can Help
While graduating from fifth grade and moving up to middle school is certainly an exciting time in a student’s life, it can also feel somewhat intimidating because of the uncertainty of starting at a new school. Going from being the oldest grade level to the youngest...
Annual Verification (Registration) Opens July 1
What you need to know: this mandatory process occurs every summer to ensure essential information is accurate for the new school year.
Seamless Summer Meal Program 2025
Students 18 and under are able to get one free breakfast and/or one free lunch per day at any of the following locations during the days/times indicated.
Real-World Skills. Real-World Advantage.
Through hands-on Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, students at Griffiths get a head start exploring real-world careers before they even reach high school. These classes are more than just electives—they’re pathways that lead directly into advanced programs at Warren High School.
The Difference Between Enrollment and Registration (Annual Verification)
Enrolling a student at Downey Unified only happens once. Registration is an Annual Information Verification happens every year before school starts. Learn more about both!
Helping Students Keep Their Minds Engaged over Summer Break
There are plenty of ways for students to remain sharp throughout the summer while enjoying their time off.
2025 DUSD Middle School Summer Program
Downey Unified School District is excited to offer Summer School programs at Griffiths Middle School and Sussman Middle School! This year’s program is designed to support learning recovery in English Language Arts and Mathematics, while also giving students the chance...
GMS Advanced Band and Choir Spread Joy at Local Senior Center
This week, the Griffiths Middle School Advanced Band and Choir came together to perform at a local senior center, filling the space with music, harmony, and heart. Their inspiring performance brought smiles to the faces of residents and showcased the talent,...
CTE Highlight: Food Science & Hospitality Pathways
DUSD offers top CTE pathways, including Food Science & Hospitality, equipping students with skills & certifications for thriving careers.
