School News
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Building Community Through Attendance
School is more than just a place to learn. It is where friendships form, traditions are shared, and students feel like they are part of something bigger. When students show up, they are not just earning grades; they’re helping build a community that grows stronger...
Introducing DUSD’s Community Schools Initiative
Downey Unified launches the Community Schools Initiative, uniting schools, agencies, and families to support student success.
Meet Our Assistant Director of Food Services: Lily Ivanov
Registered Dietitian (RD), Lily oversees everything from menu planning to ingredient sourcing, making sure each breakfast, lunch, and snack meets federal and state nutrition standards. Learn more about her role.
Level Up: The Benefits of eSports for Students
Explore our eSports programs for grades 4–12. Teamwork, strategy, and real-world skills through competitive gaming.
The Benefits of Attending School: Your Presence is Powerful
Regular school attendance boosts academic achievement and builds a strong foundation for social skills and responsibility.
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.
Stauffer Café Levels Up with a Global Flavor Tasting
The Stauffer Café took students on a flavorful journey around the world during its first-ever food tasting event on Tuesday, October 21. Hosted in the school cafeteria, the event featured two exciting menu items already available in our secondary schools — Chicken...
Developing Great Citizens with Character Counts
Character Counts Week is Oct. 19–25! Downey Unified celebrates kindness, responsibility & character in every student.
Stauffer Middle School AVID Students Discover Their Strengths!
At Downey Unified, we believe in using all our resources to ensure students benefit, grow, and get ahead, empowering them to reach their full potential!
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.