School News

Discover what makes this middle school a place where students thrive. Join us for a Future Student Night and get a feel for the community.

Big news! The Downey Unified Sports Academy is expanding to include 4th and 5th-grade students. After a hugely successful first year at Stauffer Middle School, the Downey Unified Sports Academy is expanding, now welcoming 4th and 5th-grade students at Old River...

Join us February 26 at Stauffer Middle School and see what makes Downey Unified a top choice for families like yours.

Career Technical Education integrates rigorous academics with real-world skills. In CTE courses, students explore careers, gain practical experience, and build the foundations they need for lifelong success.

Join us on for a great cause! Details are now available and registration is still open.

Join us for two exciting robotics competitions to see DUSD elementary students demonstrate engineering skills and innovation.

Establishing a healthy attendance routine can be for your student’s success.

Our annual Intra-District Open Enrollment (formerly School of Choice) for the upcoming 2026-27 school year is now open.  Downey families of students who reside within our district boundaries and wish to have their student(s) attend a Downey Unified school...

Calling all our talented K-12 Downey Unified students! The 2026 “Nourish to Flourish” Contest runs through February 27, 2026.

As we wrap up another amazing semester, we want to wish all our students, families, and staff a joyful and restful holiday season. Last Day of the Semester:  Wednesday, December 18, 2025. No School: December 19 - January 2  Classes Resume: Monday, January 5,...