Here are eight tips that can help your family build a healthy attendance routine that makes getting to school on time easier.
News & Announcements
Benefits of Eating Lunch at School
In addition to allowing families to save time and money, there are many other benefits of eating lunch at school. Learn more about them!
2025 TLC 5K Race Registration is Open
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.
Free Healthy ‘Boosts’ for Students Who Bring Lunch
Did you know that your child can grab free, healthy food from the cafeteria even if they brought their own lunch?
Why Kindness Matters
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.
Sussman’s IB Team Visits Carpenter Elementary School
Sussman Middle School’s IB Programme made a special visit to Carpenter Elementary.
College Credit Opportunities Available in Downey Unified
DUSD offers programs that allow students to learn at accelerated rates and earn college credit.
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.
Reflections 2024–2025: Accepting Imperfection
Take part in the Reflections art contest for TK-12th grade students to express themselves through visual arts, dance choreography, literature, music composition, film production, or photography.
Cyber Safety & Digital Citizenship
As technology advances, it’s vital to teach students safe and appropriate device use, both in and out of the classroom.