Mr. Wilbert, a teacher at Lyons Community School, brings more to his role than meets the eye. A familiar face in the building for the past three years, he has a unique history with Lyons: he was once a student here himself. This connection is not uncommon at Lyons, where relationships between staff, students, and alumni foster a deep sense of community. For instance, teacher Jesse’s family members knew Taeko, paving the way for Jesse’s eventual involvement in the school.  

Ms. Erin, a history teacher at Lyons Community School, brings a wealth of life experience to her classroom, having worked in industries ranging from construction to marketing before entering education. Now in her third year at Lyons, she reflects on her diverse career journey and the lessons that have shaped her teaching style. 

How do students at Brooklyn Latin and Lyons Community School perceive each other? Last Thursday, students from both schools shared their thoughts in response to a series of questions: