News & Announcements
2023 Fall Parent Workshops with Grupo Crecer!
Please join us for our fall Parent Academy series with Dr. Grover Bravo!
Academia de Padres: ¡Serie con Grupo Crecer! ¡Únase a nosotros para nuestra serie de otoño de la Academia para Padres con el Dr. Grover Bravo!
2023 DUSD Back to School Nights | Making the Most of It
Back-to-school night is the perfect opportunity to get a preview of what your child’s school year will look like. From...
Ninth Annual State of the Schools Breakfast
We invite our families and the community to attend this year’s informative event on Friday, Oct. 6th.
Awards
Downey Unified Featured by Apple Newsroom for Innovative use of Technology through Apple Learning Coaches
We are very proud to share that, in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, our district was featured by Apple in their official national newsroom on Monday, May 8, 2023.
Special Education Director Receives Regional County Honor
Dr. Rebekah Ruswick is the fourth District administrator to receive an ACSA award in the last six years.
Lewis Elementary Takes Trophy at Dale Lostetter Carnival of Champions
Elementary schools from across Downey Unified gathered to participate in a variety of athletic competitions
Downey High Alumnus who discovered Titanic’s final resting place – Bob Ballard
Robert “Bob” Ballard, a retired U.S. Navy Commander and professor of oceanography at the University of Rhode Island, graduated from Downey High School in 1960.
Employee Award – Chris Nezzer
Chris Nezzer, Downey Unified’s Chief Technology Officer, received the Shared Values Award in the area of Best Staff and High Standards at the January Board of Education Meeting.
Sussman Middle School Earns Global Designation!
Our district is proud to announce that Sussman Middle School is now an IB Candidate School* for the Middle Years Programme!
2022 Graduation/Promotion Photos & Livestream Recordings
We are very excited to be able to celebrate our student! Please see below for a schedule of the upcoming ceremonies and the livestream information for those who are unable to attend in person.
Columbus High School Named 2022 Model Continuation High School
Columbus High School is one of 36 schools across the state of California recognized for 2022.
Downey Unified Alumnus Elected as First Latina President by Harvard Law Review
Priscila Coronado attended Rio San Gabriel Elementary, Doty Middle School and graduated in the top three percent of her class in 2015 from Downey High School.
Alumna del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Downey elegida como la primera presidenta Latina de Harvard Law Review – Priscila Coronado asistió a las escuelas Rio San Gabriel Elementary, Doty Middle School y se graduó en el tres por ciento superior de su clase en Downey High School en el 2015,
Five Downey Unified Schools named Apple Distinguished Schools
Global recognition highlights innovation, leadership and educational excellence using Apple technology.
Cinco escuelas del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Downey reciben distinción especial: Apple Distinguished School
2020 & 2021 Graduation & 2021 Promotion Livestream Links
If you missed the ceremonies, you can find all the recordings here!
Downey & Warren Named Top High Schools by U.S. News & World Report
Downey and Warren high schools listed as top high schools in Nation.
Wellness Tips
2023 Fall Parent Workshops with Grupo Crecer!
Please join us for our fall Parent Academy series with Dr. Grover Bravo!
Academia de Padres: ¡Serie con Grupo Crecer! ¡Únase a nosotros para nuestra serie de otoño de la Academia para Padres con el Dr. Grover Bravo!
How Families Can Support Student Transition to Middle School and High School
Families are invited to learn about how to spot anxiety and tips to support their students as they transition to a new school.
Update: At-Home Test Kit Distribution
We want to start by thanking everyone for such a successful distribution.
Actualización: Distribución de kits de prueba en el hogar – Queremos comenzar agradeciendo a todos por una distribución tan exitosa de los kits de prueba de COVID en el hogar suministrados por el estado.
Districtwide At-Home Test Kit Distribution
The district has now received the full shipment of State supplied at-home COVID-19 test kits.
Distribución de kits de prueba en el hogar en todo el Distrito: El distrito ha recibido ahora el envío de kits de prueba de COVID-19 para el hogar proporcionados por el Estado.
District Update: At-Home Test Kits (Phase 1)
We are happy to share that the district has received the first shipment of the State supplied at-home COVID-19 test kits.
Actualización del Distrito: Kits de Prueba de COVID-19 para el Hogar (Fase 1) – Nos complace compartir que el distrito recibió el primer envío de los kits de prueba de COVID-19 para el hogar proporcionados por el estado.
Superintendent’s Update – January 3, 2022
Please take a few minutes to listen to an update from Superintendent Dr. Garcia.
Actualización del Superintendente – 3 de enero de 2022: Tómese unos minutos para escuchar una actualización del Superintendente Dr. García.
District Update – December 31, 2021
As we prepare to return to school on Monday, January 3rd, we would like to provide an update to our families.
Actualización del Distrito – 31 de diciembre de 2021: Mientras nos preparamos para regresar a la escuela el lunes 3 de enero, nos gustaría brindarles una actualización a nuestras familias.
Grupo Crecer Parenting Series
To help our Downey Unified families on their journey, we are proud to present a free, 8-week Parent Series taught by the esteemed Dr. Grover Bravo!
Grupo Crecer Taller De Padres – Para ayudar a nuestras familias del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Downey en su viaje, nos enorgullece presentar una serie gratuita para padres de 8-semanas impartida por el estimado Dr. Grover Bravo.
Free Meals for Students Continue into the 2021-22 School Year
Free meals offered to all Downey Unified students and those 18 years and under.
Las comidas gratuitas para los estudiantes continúan en el año escolar 2021-22 – Se ofrecen comidas gratuitas a todos los estudiantes del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Downey y a los menores de 18 años
New On-Campus Wellness Centers Set to Open Fall 2021
All our High School and Middle School students will have increased access to free on-campus and community-based services.
Nuevos Centros de Bienestar en el Campus Abiertos en Otoño de 2021.