School News
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News & Announcements
Join Our First Old River Community Night
Come enjoy the night out as we bring the Downey Community to you on October 26, from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
Is it Really Pizza Hut Pizza?
As we begin the new school year, you may notice that we have a new type of pizza in our lunch rooms, and it’s supplied by Pizza Hut!
Show Your Voice by Entering the 2022-2023 Reflections Program
Unleash your child’s creativity by encouraging them to enter this year’s PTA Reflections program!
Welcome Back Gators!
We hope your first week back was a great one. We are all excited to have our Gators back on campus!
Back to School Nights
Old River families are invited to join us for Back to School Night! Come to see the campus, your child’s classroom, and meet the teacher. Discover where your child is learning every day. 4th Grade When: Wednesday, September 7 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm Where: Old...
Parent Orientation
Your family is invited to a school orientation. Learn more about what to expect for the upcoming year. 3 Dates are Available: August 11th at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom August 12th at 9:00 a.m. in person ORS CafeAugust 12th at 12:00 p.m. via Zoom
First Day of School: August 17th
We are so excited to welcome our students and families back for the 2022-23 school year! The first day of school is Wednesday, August 17th. Make sure to follow us and Downey Unified on social media to get the latest news and announcements....
Parent Information for Enrollment/Registration
Welcome to another school year! We are looking forward to partnering with you and your student to ensure their continued success and safety at school.
Free Online Tutoring – Downey City Library’s *Brainfuse Help Now*
We are excited to share a free tutoring and educational resource available to all Downey Unified students and families through the Downey City Library.
Old River Robotics take Gold and Silver at DUSD Robolympics
Please congratulate the ORS 5th Grade and 4th Grade Robotics for taking home the Gold and Silver respectively at DUSD’s Robolympics
Words of Wisdom
“Consider the rights of others before your own feelings, and the feelings of others before your own rights.“
– John Wooden









