Board honors Tolland Education Foundation and longtime coach Augie Link
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Summary
The meeting opened with recognition of the Tolland Education Foundation for recent grants and a plaque presentation to Coach Augie Link for 48 years of service; board and community members praised volunteer support, school spirit and Coach Link's record.
The Tolland Board of Education opened the meeting by recognizing donors and community volunteers. Board members introduced representatives from the Tolland Education Foundation (TEF) and read a statement thanking the foundation for its volunteer leadership and grant support; the superintendent noted TEF provided more than $40,000 in grants last year.
The board also presented a plaque to Coach Augie Link, honoring a long coaching and athletic administration career spanning decades, including multiple state championships. Coach Link and community members spoke about the meaning of athletics and mentoring in the district and urged a focus on doing the right thing and ensuring students have fun.
Why it matters: Local education foundations and long-serving coaches contribute to extracurricular opportunities and community cohesion. Board members said the recognitions set a positive tone for the meeting ahead of the budget discussion.
Quote: Coach Augie Link said, "I haven't quite grasped it yet... I've loved every moment," as he accepted the plaque.
Outcome: Public recognition of TEF and Coach Augie Link; no board action required.