Southington School Board Celebrates Student Achievements in Oratory and Civic Engagement
Several Southington Students Honored By School Board For Achievements
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The Southington Board of Education recognized several students for their achievements in public speaking, civic engagement, and fire safety during its meeting on April 16. Notable honorees included Devon Jasulavic, winner of the American Legion Oratorical Contest, and six fifth-grade candidates for the Connecticut Kid Governor program.
- 01Devon Jasulavic won the American Legion High School Oratorical Contest.
- 02Six fifth-grade students were recognized as candidates for the Connecticut Kid Governor program.
- 03Students developed campaigns addressing various social issues.
- 04Chatham Formeister and Mackenzie Spahic won local honors in the Fire Prevention Poster Contest.
- 05The board emphasized the importance of civic responsibility and safety education.
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During the Southington Board of Education meeting on April 16, several students were honored for their outstanding achievements in various programs. Devon Jasulavic, a student at Southington High School, received recognition for winning the 2025–26 American Legion High School Oratorical Contest, where he delivered a speech on the Constitution. The board also acknowledged six fifth-grade students as candidates for the 2026 Connecticut Kid Governor program, each presenting campaigns on issues such as littering, exercise, and healthy food alternatives. Additionally, Chatham Formeister and Mackenzie Spahic, both from South End Elementary School, were recognized as local winners in the 2025–26 Connecticut Fire Prevention Poster Recognition Program. The board emphasized the importance of these programs in fostering civic engagement and safety awareness among students.
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These recognitions highlight the importance of student engagement in civic activities and safety education, fostering a sense of responsibility in the community.
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