Nov 3, 2025 | News & Announcements, Wellness
You may not realize how much regular school attendance benefits students, but it can be a strong indicator of future academic achievement and lays a strong foundation for students’ social skills and responsibility. Higher Academic Achievement Perhaps unsurprisingly,...
Oct 6, 2025 | News & Announcements
At Downey Unified, we are committed to ensuring that our students are prepared for college and their desired career fields as they become self-motivated learners and responsible members of society. To provide our students with as many opportunities as possible, we...
Sep 17, 2025 | News & Announcements, School Site Council Meetings
The School Site Council (SSC) at Sussman Middle School will meet on September 22, November 10, March 2, and April 20 at Sussman Middle School at 3:30 PM. All educational partners are invited to attend. Elected members can participate in discussions and vote on agenda...
Sep 15, 2025 | AVID, News & Announcements
On September 12th, we proudly celebrated AVID Day nationwide, marking 45 years of AVID’s impactful journey in education. At Sussman Middle School, the day was filled with meaningful activities to honor this special occasion. Staff members were encouraged to wear...
Aug 26, 2025 | News & Announcements
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...