Oct 20, 2025 | News & Announcements
At Downey Unified, education isn’t just about grades — it’s about helping kids grow into kind, responsible, and community-minded people. That’s why the Character Counts! program is at the heart of every school in our district. From kindergarten through graduation,...
Oct 13, 2025 | News & Announcements
Do you and your family know what actions to take in the event of an earthquake? In Downey Unified, we prioritize the safety and well-being of all our students and families, and we make joint efforts to help you know what actions to take in emergency situations. The...
Oct 6, 2025 | News & Announcements
Homework time doesn’t have to be a battle. This is a chance to build good habits to help your child succeed all the way through high school (and beyond)! At Downey Unified, we believe that preparing for college and careers starts early, even in the elementary...
Sep 30, 2025 | News & Announcements
We’re thrilled to announce that this year, Ward Elementary is launching the AVID program for all 5th graders! AVID, short for Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a nationally recognized program that provides students with the tools and strategies they need to...
Sep 23, 2025 | News & Announcements
Downey Unified is proud to announce that all of our elementary schools have been named Apple Distinguished Schools, an honor that highlights our district’s commitment to innovation, creativity, and preparing students for success in college, career, and beyond. The...
Sep 17, 2025 | News & Announcements
We’re excited to share that Ward Elementary has been recognized by California PBIS with a Gold award! PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. In simple terms, it means we teach, practice, and celebrate the positive behaviors that help our...
