News & Announcements

Discover how play and simple family moments build kids’ creativity, problem-solving, confidence, and connection.

School is more than just a place to learn. It is where friendships form, traditions are shared, and students feel like they are part of something...

Registered Dietitian (RD), Lily oversees everything from menu planning to ingredient sourcing, making sure each breakfast, lunch, and snack meets federal and state nutrition standards. Learn more about her role.

Explore our eSports programs for grades 4–12. Teamwork, strategy, and real-world skills through competitive gaming.

Regular school attendance boosts academic achievement and builds a strong foundation for social skills and responsibility.

True Lasting Connections (TLC) provides a range of health and human services free of charge to DUSD students and their families. This event is a great opportunity to come together to show support for families in our community.

Character Counts Week is Oct. 19–25! Downey Unified celebrates kindness, responsibility & character in every student.

Downey Unified joins the Great ShakeOut on Oct. 16 with a 9:00 a.m. drill, helping students and families stay prepared for earthquakes.

Homework time can build success habits early. At Downey Unified, college and career readiness starts in elementary.

The district is expanding AVID, a proven program that builds student skills for success in school, college, and beyond.