School News
Roadrunners at a Glance
News & Announcements
The IB Middle Years Programme at Sussman MS is now taking applications!
DUSD’s 5th grade elementary families are invited to learn about the IB (International Baccalaureate) MYP (Middle Years Program) at Sussman Middle School.
Benefits of Music Education
There are many benefits of music education for children. DUSD is proud to offer this program to students of all ages.
Join Us for Our Elementary Education Expo
We invite you to our Elementary Education Expo on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Discover how Downey Unified offers our students the best through programs encouraging innovation, critical thinking, and creativity.This expo will give you a first-hand look...
Starting 2024 with Great Attendance!
Happy new year and welcome back, Downey Unified families! We are ready to start 2024 on the right foot, and one way of doing so is as simple as ensuring that your students are showing up to school! At Downey Unified, our mission is to see all our students graduate...
Winter Break | Dec. 22–Jan. 5
Wishing our families a wonderful and safe holiday season.
Eating Healthy Over the Holidays
Winter Break is upon us, and we’re wishing our Downey Unified family a wonderful holiday season, creating memories with your loved ones.
Gratitude Comes in a Variety of Forms
The month of November often reminds individuals of the importance of expressing gratitude for the blessings they have in their lives—which include blessings that could be in the form of people. While saying one is “thankful” for another person can touch one’s heart,...
Character Counts Week
October 15–21 is Character Counts Week, teaching students the 6 Pillars of Character and what it means to be individuals of honorable character and helping them live lives that truly exude how one should act and treat people, displaying kindness and respect to oneself...
Free Healthy ‘Boosts’ for Students Who Bring Lunch
Did you know that your child can grab free, healthy food from the cafeteria during lunchtime even if they brought food from home? Save some time and money by encouraging your child to take part in our Lunchbox Boost program. Students who bring their own...
Calling all Artists! The Reflections Contest is Here
Calling all artists! Create your dance, film, literature, music, photographic, or visual arts piece addressing the 2023-2024 theme, "I am hopeful because..." The National PTA has a long-standing commitment to support arts education. The annual Reflections program has...
Words of Wisdom
“Consider the rights of others before your own feelings, and the feelings of others before your own rights.“
– John Wooden









