Downey Unified School District

The 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) outlines Downey Unified School District's strategic priorities, actions, and investments to improve student outcomes, serving as an annual update within a three-year planning cycle. This plan aligns district goals with funding to support student success and address the needs of all learners, with a strong emphasis on improving outcomes for English learners, foster youth, and students from low-income families. The LCAP is organized around six key goals: Student Achievement, Student Engagement and Wellness, Equity and Targeted Supports, Staff Excellence, Family and Community Engagement, and Infrastructure and Learning Environment. Progress is measured through state and local indicators, reflecting a commitment to continuous improvement through data analysis and stakeholder engagement.

The Downey Unified School District is implementing a multi-year TK-12 Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Strategic Plan to expand equitable access to high-quality arts education for all students. The plan focuses on providing consistent, standards-aligned instruction in music, visual arts, dance, and theater, while strengthening connections across elementary, middle, and high school programs. Key components include specialized VAPA teachers, integrated arts instruction, alignment across grade levels, community partnerships, diverse student opportunities, enhanced articulation across grade levels, strategic program investments, ongoing professional learning for staff, and collaborations with arts organizations. Future plans include expanding VAPA staffing, strengthening alignment, increasing districtwide performances, continuing professional development, and pursuing grant funding.

The Board of Education meeting agenda included standard opening procedures such as a call to order, the flag salute, and the invocation. The administrative services session was dedicated to receiving public comments and the approval of the Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan for the 2020-2021 school year.

The board meeting covered a wide range of administrative and instructional items. Key topics included the recognition of various award recipients and staff, approval of numerous service and construction agreements including those related to Measure O Bond funds, and the ratification of various financial and personnel matters. The board also adopted a resolution regarding the sufficiency of instructional materials and a resolution in support of CHARACTER COUNTS! Week. Furthermore, the board authorized the advertisement for various Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Proposals, and received an update on the 2018-2019 annual report and annual report of developer fees.

The Board of Education discussed the implementation of the Dual Immersion/International Baccalaureate program and heard a presentation regarding the Shared Values Award. Additionally, the Board appointed a new member to the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee, received various communications and reports from Board members and the Superintendent, and approved several donations, conference attendance requests, contracts, and service agreements. The meeting also included ratification of payroll orders, purchase orders, and various personnel items.