School News

Beginning on June 13, Downey Unified will be participating in the Seamless Summer Food Service Program, providing breakfast and lunch at no cost to ALL children ages 18 and younger during the summer school session. Summer Meal Services Monday – Friday | Breakfast:...

We are so proud of everything our students have accomplished this year. Have a great summer! We will see you all back in school on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.

There is a tremendous amount of education that a young child can obtain prior to beginning school, and much of this information is provided through the simple and engaging process of families reading with their children. According to one educational study at Ohio...

Advantages of STEAM Education  Students who focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) in their educational pathways are able to experience tremendous growth and benefits not only in their schoolwork, but in their extracurricular activities...

Families are invited to learn about how to spot anxiety and tips to support their students as they transition to a new school.

In a world filled with constantly evolving technology, children have access to more innovative opportunities and resources than ever before. However, it is still essential for them to be able to express themselves and enjoy time to be free and creative through simple...

There are many ways that STEAM is tied into daily education in Downey Unified. The most prevalent is in robotics. All our students, TK through 12th grade, have access to various age-appropriate, project-based activities that allow our students to design, build, and...

Spring break is coming! Whether you are traveling or catching up on some well-deserved rest, we hope you all enjoy your time off! Remember that Friday, April 7, 2023 is a student-free day. Spring break begins on Monday, April 10, 2023, and ends on Friday, April 14,...

Mark your calendars! ​Open House will be here soon. Date: April 5th, 2023 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm We are excited to welcome our families on campus! This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher(s) and see all they have accomplished this...

Parents are invited to our FREE 8-week series of workshops by Grupo Crecer. These workshops are designed to help parents navigate the teen years and develop tactics for communicating positively with their children, cultivating a healthy family dynamic. Don’t miss out...

April is Global Child Nutrition Month, and we want to do our part in sharing nutrition tips with our Downey Unified community so we can all work together to teach our students healthy habits that set them up for success as they grow. Nutrition is a heavy focus at Food...

We are thrilled to announce the Dale Lostetter Carnival of Champions is Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Warren High School beginning at 8:00 a.m.  This annual event brings 4th and 5th grade students representing their school to compete in the following seven track...

We have great news! Your child can now start reaping the rewards of being part of Downey Unified sooner than you think!

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March is National Nutrition Month® and we’re recognizing this important month by sharing some nutrition tips and resources for our Downey Unified families!

DUSD students showed off their knowledge of STEAM subjects with various robotics displays at the 2023 Elementary Expo.

In February, we celebrate all things to do with the heart, from Valentine’s Day to American Heart Month. American Heart Month encourages us to think about our cardiovascular well-being and to make healthier choices.

Many individuals enter into adulthood wishing that they had learned some basic skills necessary for life that would have better prepared them for the “real world” — particularly in terms of money management and financial responsibility. With the start of 2023...

We will host a new Parenting Series starting on February 15, 2023. Facilitated by Lynn Jimenez and titled "Stress Less Parents and Families," this 6-week parenting series will focus on the following: How to effectively reduce stress to feel calmer and more balanced....

This January, we’re celebrating the many benefits of milk and how it, and dairy overall, helps keep our bodies strong.

We just wanted to wish you a wonderful and safe holiday season, and remind you that Friday, December 23, 2022 is a student-free day. Winter break will start on Monday, December 26, 2022, and end on Friday, January 6, 2023. Classes will resume on Monday, January 9,...

Earn points for Ward elementary by shopping locally and submitting your receipts until April 30th.

It is the time of year that creates a familiar and welcome ambiance filled with not only Thanksgiving festivities but with actual thanks and giving, as well. As such, the entire month of November through the end of the year often carries with it a different feeling in...

Downey Unified District’s True Lasting Connections (TLC) provides a wide 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.