Oct 13, 2025 | News & Announcements
Do you and your family know what actions to take in the event of an earthquake? In Downey Unified, we prioritize the safety and well-being of all our students and families, and we make joint efforts to help you know what actions to take in emergency situations. The...
Oct 6, 2025 | News & Announcements
Homework time doesn’t have to be a battle. This is a chance to build good habits to help your child succeed all the way through high school (and beyond)! At Downey Unified, we believe that preparing for college and careers starts early, even in the elementary...
Oct 1, 2025 | News & Announcements
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. What...
Sep 23, 2025 | News & Announcements
Downey Unified is proud to announce that all of our elementary schools have been named Apple Distinguished Schools, an honor that highlights our district’s commitment to innovation, creativity, and preparing students for success in college, career, and beyond. The...
Sep 17, 2025 | News & Announcements
We’re excited to share that Lewis Elementary has been recognized by California PBIS with a Silver award! PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. In simple terms, it means we teach, practice, and celebrate the positive behaviors that help our...
