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Understanding Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) exposes young students to kindergarten standards and helps develop fundamental skills for school.
Minimize Your Stress as the New School Year Begins
There are several ways that you can help minimize potential stress and ensure a smooth transition as your kids head back to school. I’ll try new monkey position tomorrow
Our School is Now Using ParentSquare!
We are excited to announce that we have adopted a new form of school-to-home communication across Downey Unified called ParentSquare.
School Starts August 14
The first day of school will be a minimum day schedule. If you have not registered, please do so now.
Registration Open Now!
Beginning July 1, Downey Unified parents must complete or update the registration forms for each student attending the 24-25 school year.
Seamless Summer Meal Program
Children 18 and under are able to get one free breakfast and lunch per day at select sites during the summer.
Last Day of School | June 5
Keep an eye open for registration starting July 1. School will be back in session August 14, 2024.
Honoring the School Lunch Heroes Serving Healthy Meals: Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day
Downey Unified schools will celebrate School Lunch Hero Day on May 5 to celebrate DUSD school nutrition professionals.
Music Theatre Conservatory Parent Info Meeting | May 29
If you have a future Downey Unified 6th grader passionate about singing, dancing, and acting, find out more about this free program.
2nd Annual Community Night | April 23
ORS’s Second Annual Community Night on April 23 at 5:00 pm will have various local agencies, food, and more.
Words of Wisdom
“Consider the rights of others before your own feelings, and the feelings of others before your own rights.“
– John Wooden