What is AVID and How Does it Help Students?

What is AVID and How Does it Help Students?

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...
Lewis Earns California PBIS Silver Award

Lewis Earns California PBIS Silver Award

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...
New Share Tables Encourage Less Food Waste

New Share Tables Encourage Less Food Waste

Did you know that 92 billion pounds of food goes to waste in the U.S. every year? Unfortunately, school meals contribute to that number, but we will be working together to make a difference! In an effort to reduce food waste at Downey Unified schools, this school...