In Memory of Robert "Bob" H. Lessin
By George Jackson Academy
8/11/2011
New York, NY --- Along with so many who were touched by his life, we at George Jackson Academy are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend, mentor, and teacher, Robert H. Lessin. A veteran Wall Street trader and the vice chairman of Jeffries & Co., Bob died on Monday, August 8, after a long illness.
Wall Street Executive's Favorite Job? Teaching Middle School
By Wall Street Journal - Melanie Grayce West
6/1/2011
Wall Street executive Robert Lessin, the WSJ Donor of the Day, has been teaching middle school students at George Jackson Academy and De La Salle Academy for five years, raising and donating over $800,000 for the two schools along the way. Click here to view the article. 
Tough as Nails, but Always Ready for a Bearhug
By New York Times - Jenny Anderson
10/24/2010
A profile of Brother Brian Carty, founder of George Jackson Academy and De La Salle Academy, in Jenny Anderson's article in the New York Times' NY/Region section on October 24, 2010. Click to view the full article.