Family Resources

DUSD Tech Help Desk

Need help? We are here for you!
The best way to reach the Help Desk is by email.

Monday – Friday
7 am – 4 pm

In person or by phone

(562) 469-6905

helpdesk@dusd.net

Student showing off projects in classroom
i-Ready Logo

i-Ready Resources

i-Ready allows teachers to meet your student exactly where they are and provides data to increase your student’s learning gains. Visit the Family Center to learn more about the program.

wetip logo

WeTip Confidential Reporting

This reporting system offers an anonymous way for students and their families to report various incidents like wellness concerns, vandalism, bullying and discrimination without fear.

 
 
 
 
 

Get Connected with ParentSquare

ParentSquare provides a simple and safe way for everyone at school and across the district to connect.

With ParentSquare you’ll be able to:

  • Receive all district, school and classroom communication via email, text, or through the app.
  • Communicate in your preferred language.
  • Comment on school postings to engage with your school community.
  • View the school and classroom calendar and RSVP for events.
  • Easily sign up to volunteer and/or bring items.
  • Securely receive report cards and other important information.
Parentsquare logo

Get the App

ParentSquare can be used on any device. You can download the free mobile app for iOS (iPhone) or Android or use the desktop version at www.parentsquare.com

iOS

 QR code

Download on the Apple Store

Android

 QR code

Get it on Google play

How to Report an Absence

Improving attendance is an essential strategy for reducing achievement gaps. When students reduce absences, they can make more academic gains. Attendance Matters! However, we understand that there are instances beyond our control when a student can not attend school. In that case, please choose one of the following ways to report an absence:

Log on to Parent Connect

parentconnection.dusd.net

Email the Front Office

Send an email with:

Include the following the following information:

  1. Student’s First and Last name
  2. Date of the absence
  3. Reason for the absence
  4. The name of the person calling

Call the Front Office

(562) 904-3568

Leave a voicemail with:

  1. Student’s First and Last name
  2. Date of the absence
  3. Reason for the absence
  4. The name of the person calling

Annual Registration

Please visit the district website for important forms and information about annual registration.

Important Documents

Parent Involvement Policy (PIP)

A school plan that promotes a strong partnership between the school and home will be an asset to the achievement of our students.
Download: English & Spanish

Uniform Complaint Procedure

Guidelines and process for addressing legal, discriminatory, and educational complaints within Downey Unified School District.
English | Spanish

Sign Up for the PTA

We'd love your participation. Join today!

Wellness Resources

student resources

For Students

parent resources

For Parents

TLC Family Resource Center

calm leaf icon

More Resources

Foster Youth Resources

Students with an open DCFS case, including those in out-of-home care or receiving family reunification or maintenance services have specific rights and resources available to them. Through Assembly Bill 490, these students have specific rights to school stability, immediate enrollment, and other protections—plus access to supportive resources that help them stay on track toward graduation and future success.

Homeless (McKinney-Vento) Resources

The McKinney-Vento Act is a federal law established to assist homeless children and youth with enrolling, attending and succeeding in school. The goal is that homeless youth are guaranteed the same educational services that all students are provided in order to meet challenging academic standards.

Ways to Help at Home

  • Have your child speak and answer questions in complete sentences.
  • Read with your child every day.
  • Monitor your child’s television, video game, and Internet use.
  • Encourage your child to use the library.
  • Instead of asking, “How was school?” try asking:
    • “What made you smile today?”
    • “Who did you sit with at lunch?”
    • “Tell me something you know today that you didn’t know yesterday.”

Words of Wisdom

All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.

Walt Disney