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4-Year-Olds Welcome – TK Age Eligibility Expanded for the 2023-24 School Year!
We have great news! Your child can now start reaping the rewards of being part of Downey Unified sooner than you think!
DUSD LCAP Survey | Your Opinion Matters
Help us gather important information to further support our students. Take the survey today!
Ayúdanos a recopilar información importante para apoyar aún más a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Responda la encuesta hoy!
Fuel for the Future: National Nutrition Month®
March is National Nutrition Month® and we’re recognizing this important month by sharing some nutrition tips and resources for our Downey Unified families!
DUSD Students Show Off STEAM Education at Expo
DUSD students showed off their knowledge of STEAM subjects with various robotics displays at the 2023 Elementary Expo.
Heart Healthy Living
In February, we celebrate all things to do with the heart, from Valentine’s Day to American Heart Month. American Heart Month encourages us to think about our cardiovascular well-being and to make healthier choices.
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 balanced....
The Benefits of Milk
This January, we’re celebrating the many benefits of milk and how it, and dairy overall, helps keep our bodies strong.
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
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
Downey Unified District’s True Lasting Connections (TLC) provides a wide 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.
Words of Wisdom
“Consider the rights of others before your own feelings, and the feelings of others before your own rights.“
– John Wooden









