Our mission is to provide support for innovative and exceptional educational programs and opportunities beyond the tax-supported budget for the benefit of Suffield students.

In the Spotlight

New Mini Grant Program!

In order to award more funding for smaller programs, SFES created the new Mini Grant. Mini Grants offer an abbreviated application process and a less restrictive criteria than our traditional grants. Unlike traditional grants, Mini Grants are available at more frequent cycles throughout the school … [Read More...]

Grants In Action

Classroom

GRANTS IN ACTION   2011 Grant Awards K – 12 The PTO Science Committee and a group of teachers throughout the district collaborated on a grant entitled “All Eyes on the Future”.  This $14,265 award resulted from the "raise the paddle" event at this year's auction.  It includes the … [Read More...]

Upcoming Auction!

Honor a Favorite Educator

Need an idea for a holiday gift? How about donating to the SFES in honor of your favorite educator. This is a great way to honor those teachers who have contributed in so many ways to your child’s school year experience. The SFES has adopted a program called Honor Thy Educator. For a donation made to the SFES in honor of an educator, a certificate with art created by local cartoonist, Rick Stromoski, will be delivered to the honoree’s room at school. See the Donate page to download an application. Deadlines for donations is December 15th, 2011.

Get Involved

Volunteer

There are many ways that you can get involved! Volunteer your time and expertise. Your talents and energies are needed to help us execute the many SFES activities held each year.  You can contribute your time, have some fun, do some good and get to know other Suffield residents who share your passion for excellence in our local schools!  Areas we need help: Grant Activities: Reporters … [Read More...]