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Lescon Public SchoolADDRESS: 34 Lescon Rd, North York, ON

M2J 2G6PHONE NUMBER: (416) 395-2640EMAIL ADDRESS: Lescon@tdsb.on.caGRADE RANGE: JK to 5

Enriched ArtsOpportunitiesOur students receiveinstruction in music,drama and dance froman arts specialist.  Thestudents are exposed toa variety of uniqueexperiences, such as,trips to the TorontoSymphony Orchestra,Prologue performances,Salsa, and DanceClubs. In addition,various resources havebeen brought to Lescon(e.g. African GhanianDrums, GamelonOrchestra, Director’sCut, Gallery 44, Danceand Play Studios, and arecorder itinerantinstructor) to enrich ourstudents learning. TheLescon students areexcited to demonstratetheir new talents duringperformances andmonthly assemblies.

Lescon Public School is located in the Sheppard and Lesliearea.  Lescon offers Full Day Kindergarten and an ISP-ASDprogram. The school services students representing many ethnicand cultural backgrounds. The staff encourages these differencesand believe that all students have the right to be accepted for theirindividuality. Lescon staff and community believe that all students deserve: thebest education possible, to reach their full potential, a safe, caringand stimulating school environment, the opportunity to grow intoresponsible, caring and respectful citizens.

Responsible CitizenshipLescon works together to recognizeand support positive, respectfulbehaviours. Through monthlycharacter education assemblies,students are recognized and valuedfor their contributions to our schoolcommunity. One initiative at Lescon isthe infusion of the Second Step Program throughout every grade.Second Step fosters empathy building, problem solving andconflict resolution. We have consistent expectations amongstudents and staff with regards to respectful and responsiblebehaviour. Lescon students support and get involved in helpingothers. At Lescon, students embrace character education andinfuse it into their everyday actions.

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Community LinksOfficer Wade is our valued community liaison officer. He informs allstudents on how to be street smart and safety conscious. He worksclosely with our grade 5 students through the Values, Influencesand Peers Program.New families to Canada gain support from our SEPT workers. TheSEPT project connects families to settlement services in thecommunity and school system.

Eco-club LeadersLescon P.S. is going GREEN! Our Green Club has createdEco-leaders thoughout our school. Student leaders haveopportunities to educate their peers, staff, and community onreducing waste, recycling, and encouraging litterlesslunches. Currently Lescon Green Team is working hard in order tobe certified by Eco Schools.

Building Successful StudentsLescon has many resources and supports in place to enhancestudent success. To support our students' learning, teachers utilizethe Resource Centre which includes the library, computer lab andthe Smart Board. The math and literacy rooms provide manyresources to support programming and success in the classroom.

Lescon LearnersHoused in the school is Lescon Learners, a community based childcare centre for both preschoolers and school aged children from7:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., five days a week. Call (416) 499-7325.

Additional Features● *Literacy blocks● *Professional Learning Teams● *Outdoor Education● *Early Reading Intervention

● *Numeracy blocks● *School Safety Patrol Program● *Houseleagues● *Lego Robotics

For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=3185&schoolId=185

Student Life - Where You Belong

 Students are supported by many staff, such as the SpecialEducation Team,  Social Worker, Early Reading Interventionprogram, English Language Learner Teacher, and Literacyand Math Coaches. The teachers at Lescon are committedto providing opportunities to develop the whole child througha variety of extra curricular activities, for example, LegoRobotics, house leagues, track and field, reading clubs,French club, game club, dance, drama, and artactivities; just to name a few. Student Leaders are everywhere at Lescon P.S.! You canfind our leaders working in the office, library, andlunchrooms. Energetic students lead our Daily PhysicalActivity in each of the classrooms. Our Safety Patrollerskeep our students safe while walking to and from schooldaily. 

What Sets Us Apart

Teachers are committed to creating authentic opportunitiesand enhancing student experiences at Lescon P.S. The staffdemonstrates a collaborative approach to teaching andlearning through team teaching and flexible studentgroupings. Our staff are life long learners who valuecontinuous improvement through ongoing professionaldevelopment regarding best practices. Lescon is committedto providing a safe, caring and stimulating schoolenvironment for all of our students. We provide supportiveand challenging learning opportunities that ensure studentsmeet their full potential.

Parent and Community Engagement

Lescon P.S. has built many relationships within our community. Wefrequently access Fairview Public Library, local parks, field trips tovisit Outdoor Education Centres, neighbouring schools, and manyToronto locations. Our parent community supports our studentsthrough Lescon School Council, volunteering for programs such asScientist in the Schools, reading support, Book Bags, field trips,Engineer in Residence, and weekly classroom support.

Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They arecommunity-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety ofopportunities and there are enough students in every school to increase program choices. Imagine there is a clear focus on achieving student success and every student is engaged, has a voice,access to a caring adult and the opportunity to develop their full potential. Here at the TDSB our focus is on student achievement, parent and community engagement and financialstability.

Contact Information

SCHOOL NAME: Lescon Public SchoolADDRESS: 34 Lescon Rd, North York, ON

M2J 2G6TELEPHONE: (416) 395-2640EMAIL: Lescon@tdsb.on.ca