May 1, 2024 | News & Announcements
It is not your typical drama class or club. It is a program that brings students from all four of Downey’s middle schools for a higher level of performance. The students meet five days a week, two hours a day for various focuses, from voice training to dance class to...
Apr 12, 2024 | News & Announcements
You are invited to Old River School’s Second Annual Community Night on Tuesday, April 23 at 5:00 pm. Last year, we had a very successful night with representatives from various local agencies. This year we expect an even better turnout. Please join us at this...
Apr 10, 2024 | News & Announcements
There are many ways Downey Unified ties STEAM into daily education, but a crowd favorite is our robotics. All Downey Unified students, TK through 12th grade, have access to various age-appropriate, project-based activities. Our students have opportunities to design,...
Apr 8, 2024 | News & Announcements
April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month, aiming to help people better understand the negative impacts stress can create. Learning how to manage stress is essential for all individuals, including children, to lead healthier lifestyles. Doing so can also...
Mar 27, 2024 | News & Announcements, School News
Old River School Elementary Team Takes First Place for the Seventh Time in Carnival History On Saturday, March 23, 2024, after months of try-outs and practice, hundreds of fourth and fifth-grade students competed in the district-wide track meet known as the Dale...
Mar 18, 2024 | News & Announcements
Spring break is right around the corner, and this weeklong (seven actual school days) vacation for students often leaves parents in a bind, trying to figure out how to keep their kids entertained every day. Below are some ideas for Downey Unified parents for this...
