Teacher Spotlight: Bouffard Makes A Difference In Southington

SOUTHINGTON, CT— Great teachers matter.

In Southington, we're fortunate to have teachers like Tim Bouffard.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

This submission comes from Al Beback who nominated Tim Bouffard of Southington.

Teacher’s name

Tim Bouffard

How do you know the teacher?

Mr. Bouffard is my son's teacher

What does this person teach?

Tech ed at JFK Middle School

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?

Mr. Bouffard should be nominated because he makes learning fun and engaging, blending humor with hands-on projects that keep students excited about technology. His ability to connect with students, explain complex concepts in a way that’s easy to understand, and create a positive, enjoyable classroom environment makes a real difference. By making tech education both educational and entertaining, they inspire students to explore new ideas and develop skills that will serve them well in the future.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?

Mr. Bouffard has been wearing the same shirt for picture day his entire career!

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