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News & Announcements
TLC 5K Race Registration Opens Nov. 1
True Lasting Connections (TLC) provides a 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.
Developing Great Citizens with Character Counts
Character Counts Week is Oct. 19–25! Downey Unified celebrates kindness, responsibility & character in every student.
Downey Unified’s Participation in the Upcoming Great California ShakeOut Day
Downey Unified joins the Great ShakeOut on Oct. 16 with a 9:00 a.m. drill, helping students and families stay prepared for earthquakes.
Smart Tips for Homework Success
Homework time can build success habits early. At Downey Unified, college and career readiness starts in elementary.
What is AVID and How Does it Help Students?
The district is expanding AVID, a proven program that builds student skills for success in school, college, and beyond.
Downey Unified’s Elementary Schools Recognized as Apple Distinguished Schools
All Downey Unified elementary schools are now Apple Distinguished Schools, recognized for innovation, creativity, and student success.
Rio Hondo Earns California PBIS Silver Award
PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. In simple terms, it means we teach, practice, and celebrate the positive behaviors that help our students learn and feel safe at school.
Benefits of Early Education
Did you know that 90 percent of the brain develops before age 5? This is why Downey Unified has created exemplary early education programs.
New Share Tables Encourage Less Food Waste
In an effort to reduce food waste at Downey Unified schools, this school year, we’ll be introducing new share tables in our lunchrooms.
Back to School Night | Sept 2
Back-to-school night is the perfect opportunity to get a preview of what your child’s school year will look like. From meeting their teacher, learning about the curriculum, and understanding the expectations; this night serves as a way to prepare...
Words of Wisdom
“Consider the rights of others before your own feelings, and the feelings of others before your own rights.“
– John Wooden









