Winter Break

Winter Break

Dear Families, We want to remind you that winter break will run from Friday, December 20, through Friday, January 3. There will be no school on Friday, December 20, and students should plan to return to school on Monday, January 6. We wish you all a...
Benefits of Play-Based Learning

Benefits of Play-Based Learning

Sometimes, the most effective way for students to learn is to experience something they naturally love doing: playing. Play-based learning is an engaging approach used during early education that encourages curiosity and creativity as children develop essential...
G.L.A.D.’s Application Window is Now Open

G.L.A.D.’s Application Window is Now Open

We’re excited to announce that the application window for G.L.A.D. (Global Language Academies of Downey) is now open until January 31, 2025. If you are looking to give your child a competitive edge and a deeper appreciation for the world around them, now is the...
8 Ways to Build a Healthy Attendance Routine

8 Ways to Build a Healthy Attendance Routine

As we get further into the school year, we know it can get easier to slow down in the mornings and be late for school. Although your family is back into a school routine, things start to get more and more hectic, especially as we near the holidays.By creating new...
Benefits of Eating Lunch at School

Benefits of Eating Lunch at School

It can be challenging and time-consuming to pack students’ lunches and ensure that their meals are packed with nutritional value. Thankfully, at Downey Unified School District, we offer one free daily breakfast and lunch for all children 18 years and younger. Menus...