Congratulations!

On Wednesday, April 25 the Character Community Foundation of York Region held their annual Character Community Awards.  These awards recognize individuals, teams, schools and organizations for their commitment to developing success and building caring and inclusive communities.  We are very proud to announce that Johnny Lombardi Public School was awarded the School of Character Award for our work in developing a sustained character development initiative that positively impacts the climate and culture of our school and community.  As you know, under the direction of our student-led Johnny Lombardi Cares Team, the school has been involved in multiple initiatives that support the community locally and beyond.  With our Milk Bags initiative, weaved bags were converted into mats and then donated around the world, providing sleeping comforts for many families. Our school's partnership with  360 Kids and the Mosaic Interfaith Out from the Cold allowed for donations of items  to be placed in individual knapsacks and then distributed to Toronto homeless youth.  Furthermore, working with Operation Smile the school spearheaded multiple fundraisers, making it possible for four children to receive life-changing surgery. Johnny Lombardi P.S. is indeed a school of Character everyday! 
Thank-you to our community for their ongoing support as we continue each day to guide our students to find their voice and place in the world.

Together we learn.
Together we succeed.
Together we are.

Go Lightning!