Why Kindness Matters

Can you think back to a time, maybe even recently, when someone showed you kindness? The way people treat one another matters, and a simple moment of kindness can truly change someone’s life in ways others don’t always realize. In Downey Unified, we deeply care about...

Reflections 2024–2025: Accepting Imperfection

“The Reflections Program provides students with the opportunity to create works of art for fun and recognition. Reflections can also serve as an outlet for students to creatively explore what they are learning in the classroom. When children express themselves...

Cyber Safety & Digital Citizenship

As technology continues to progress and becomes more readily available for students both within and outside the classroom setting, it’s also become increasingly important to teach how to practice safe and appropriate behavior when using their devices. September 9–13...

Your Presence is Powerful

This school year, we’re excited to kick off a new attendance campaign: Your Presence is Powerful. Throughout the year, we’ll share tips and resources for ensuring your child(ren) is in attendance daily. Working Together to Better Our Students Along with many school...