Suffield Middle School Begins Math Tutoring With $50,000 State Grant

Suffield Middle School has begun a mathematics tutoring program for 24 students, supported by a $50,000 state grant, according to meeting minutes posted by the Town of Suffield. Assistant Superintendent Laura Norbut presented the update to the Board of Education on Monday, Nov. 2.

The initial group includes 12 seventh graders and 12 eighth graders, according to the minutes. Students receive instruction in groups of four with one tutor, a ratio required by the grant. Families were offered the option to opt out.

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Beginning in January, students who meet their goals may leave the program, allowing additional students to enter. The program could serve as many as 48 students during the year, according to the minutes. Norbut reported that district administrators and the tutoring provider were working together on staffing, implementation and communication with families.

The minutes were posted Monday, Nov. 9. They remain subject to approval at the board's regular meeting Monday, Dec. 7.

Source: "11-02-2026 Board of Education Meeting Minutes" (suffieldct.gov)