Lehman Alternative Community School is located at 111 Chestnut Street Ithaca, NY serving grades 6-12 in Tompkins County. Tompkins County, offers wonderful Historic homes, rolling hillsides, charming country shops, riverside restaurants, unique farm tours, wonderful festivals and a beautiful lake (Cayuga Lake) that makes a trip to this part of the state a memorable visit and great community to live in. Outdoor activities include some of the best hunting and fishing to be found anywhere. The district is privileged to enjoy such strong community involvement. That is particularly evident in the community support for the budget.
The School is home to not only the best educational resources obtainable but also various music, art, and athletic programs. Along with extra-curricular activities such as athletics, students enjoy other subjects of learning such as Science, Social Studies, Math, Physical Education, and Technology. The school applies common philosophies set forth by the school community which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society. New York educators encourage individual excellence by students of all ages so that they may gain a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and work.
The entire School community agrees with the mission of the district and works with each student to develop and grow into a total individual. The educational program provides a wide range of challenges in various subjects to meet the needs and talents of the diverse population.
