Southington honors educators for work during difficult year Southington honors educators for work during difficult year John Weichsel Municipal Center, Thurs., Jun. 18, 2020. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal December 21, 2020 09:44AM By Jesse Buchanan, Record-Journal staff SOUTHINGTON â The Board of Education honored teachers, para-educators and an executive assistant during a special meeting Thursday highlighting employees. Board members praised the dedication of educators, particularly during a difficult year. âYouâve all risen to levels far beyond what could be expected from people,â said Bob Brown, a board member. âAll our teachers and other staff also deserve praise and thanks and hugs and whatever we can give you for all youâve done.â