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Bus Loop Safety & Routines

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  LJPS Bus Loop and Drop Off/Pick Up Safety & Routines   In an effort to keep students safe and keep school traffic flowing, we are sending out some information for our parents and guardians about our Bus Loop and Drop Off/Pick Up procedures.   The parking lot and bus loop   are closed to traffic from 8:30 – 8:45 am and at 3:15 – 3:30 pm and the gate will be closed. We have 10 morning and 12 afternoon buses that service both Elders Mills P.S. and Lorna Jackson P.S. that get priority access to our bus loop. This is important as buses must stay on time and enter and exit as per their schedule. At times, buses are late arriving for a variety of reasons and the bus loop must remain clear of vehicles until well after 8:45 am.   Where possible, we encourage everyone to walk to school. If you must drive, we ask parents/guardians to park curb lane on Napa Valley Ave. and walk your child (ren) onto school property along the sidewalk (see map). Please d...
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Welcome Back to LJPS!

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Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year at Lorna Jackson P.S.! We hope your summer was full of rest and fun. Mr. Brown, Principal and Ms. Doucas, Vice Principal are excited to welcome all of our new and returning families! Staff Transitions Wishing the Best To: Ms. Chatterpaul (VP), Mrs. Falcone, Ms. Waxberg, Ms. Akhtar, Ms. Elkorashy and Mr. Ogunwomoju as they pursue new teaching adventures across YRDSB. Welcome To:  Ms. Doucas (VP), Mrs. Benson (FI teacher), Ms. Malik (teacher) and Mrs. Lamacchia (DECE), who bring fantastic experience and fresh energy to the LJPS family! View our complete educator list in the Staff Directory below. Building Daily Success   Arriving on time between 8:30 and 8:45 am helps students connect with classmates and start each day with confidence. You can support smooth morning transitions by: Setting an early, consistent bedtime. Packing backpacks the night before. Ensuring time for a nutritious breakfast. Health, Safety & Resources Mental Health: ...
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School Start Up Information for Students and Families at LJPS

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Appropriate Footwear Requirements at LJPS

 Dear Parents and Guardians, As we head into the busier, more active days of the school year, we want to ensure our students are safe, comfortable, and ready to learn and play. To help us achieve this, we would like to remind everyone about our school's footwear policy. Appropriate Footwear Requirements For daily school activities, recess, and physical education classes, students are required to wear secure, athletic-style shoes. What to wear: Proper lace-up or velcro running shoes that provide good support and stay firmly on the feet. What to leave at home: Slides, Crocs, flip-flops, platform shoes, and backless sandals. --- Why this matters: Safety First: Our students love to run, jump, and play during recess and gym class. Slip-on shoes like Crocs and slides significantly increase the risk of trips, falls, and ankle injuries. Full Participation: Students without proper athletic shoes may have to sit out of physical education activities or certain playground games for the...
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LJPS Spring Fun Fair

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Camp Black Brilliance July 2026

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  Camp Black Brilliance will offer families the opportunity to get to know the Kindergarten program and have their children experience their introduction to schooling in a way that is culturally responsive and affirming of their identity, through experiential learning.  Who:  Children of Black Families who are entering Year 1 or 2 Kindergarten, or grade 1 in September 2026.  When:  9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., July 6 - July 24, 2026  West Location :  Blue Willow Public School (Transportation is not included)  Registration Link  
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LJPS Mental Health Week

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