Max Buffman is "Student Of The Week" for #MiddletownRI. The Gaudet Learning Academy fourth grader brings his upbeat spirit and energy to school and works hard to do his best. Thanks to Max and all our students who improve their surroundings everyday.
STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
GAUDET LEARNING ACADEMY FOURTH GRADER MAX BUFFMAN
MIDDLETOWN, RI (OCTOBER 10, 2025) – In each of the schools across Middletown, there are students doing excellent, noteworthy things. As part of a feature from the town, a different student will be spotlighted for their efforts to make Middletown a special place to live, work and play.
Name: Max Buffman
School: Gaudet Learning Academy
Grade: Fourth
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Justin & Lorraine Buffman
Accomplishment(s): “Max is a wonderful student,” Fourth Grade Teacher Amy Dunn said. “He is so unassuming, and is always willing to lend a helping hand, contribute to a classroom discussion, lead the class with a Vocabulary Lesson, share his mathematical strategy with the group and the list goes on and on. He simply loves to learn and takes an active role in it!”
Quotable: “Go with the flow."
Dream Job: Paleontologist
Favorite Meal: Grilled cheese
Free Time: “Spending time hanging out with friends, but if it’s rainy, I like to play Legos. I really like spending time with friends.”
Who I Look Up To: “Mom and Dad because I can learn a lot from them because they are teachers.”
Best Part Of Middletown: “Making friends, learning what they like and hanging out with them.”
Inspirations: “I just want to be a really helpful person. I try yo help out as much as I can.”
Top Hangout: Second Beach
Recommended Reading: Wings of Fire by Tui T. Sutherland
Best Subject In School: “Math because it's useful for a lot of things, and my dad is a Math Teacher.”
Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: “All of my teachers at Forest (Avenue School) because they really helped me grow, and learn all of the things I needed to learn.”
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “I am proud to nominate Max Buffman for Middletown Student of the Week,” Dunn said. “He consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic and approaches each task with a positive attitude. Max takes on challenges with determination, encourages classmates, and sets a wonderful example of responsibility and perseverance. His dedication to learning and uplifting spirit make Max a truly deserving candidate for this recognition. Way to Go Max!”
Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Max-Buffman
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