New Parenting Series: Stress Management

New Parenting Series: Stress Management

We will host a new Parenting Series starting on February 15, 2023. Facilitated by Lynn Jimenez and titled “Stress Less Parents and Families,” this 6-week parenting series will focus on the following: How to effectively reduce stress to feel calmer and more...
The Benefits of Milk

The Benefits of Milk

National Milk Day is January 11, 2023, so we’re celebrating the many benefits of milk and how it, and dairy overall, helps keep our bodies strong. Protein and Vitamins While there are different types of milk (whole, 2%, skim, etc.), generally milk provides us with:...
No School Dec. 23 to Jan. 6

No School Dec. 23 to Jan. 6

We just wanted to wish you a wonderful and safe holiday season, and remind you that Friday, December 23, 2022 is a student-free day. Winter break will start on Monday, December 26, 2022, and end on Friday, January 6, 2023. Classes will resume on Monday, January 9,...
Old River School’s First Community Night

Old River School’s First Community Night

On October 26th, 2022, Old River School hosted its first ever community night with the help of community partners from all around Downey. A big thank you to all the community partners who came out and supported this event for our families to enjoy....
TLC 5K Registration Open

TLC 5K Registration Open

Mark your calendars! The 11th annual 5K for TLC is back in person Where: Apollo Park Gymnasium12544 Rives Ave.Downey, CA 90242 When: Saturday, February 25, 2023 8:00 am  Downey Unified District’s True Lasting Connections (TLC) provides a...
Thanks + Giving This Thanksgiving

Thanks + Giving This Thanksgiving

It is the time of year that creates a familiar and welcome ambiance filled with not only Thanksgiving festivities but with actual thanks and giving, as well. As such, the entire month of November through the end of the year often carries with it a different feeling in...