Mark Harrison - 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year
Union County
Union County High School
Economics and American Government
Mark Harrison is a twelfth grade Economics and American Government teacher at Union County High School. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Florida and has earned the Civics Seal of Excellence. Mr. Harrison served as a Civics and Debate team sponsor and Fellowship of Christian Athletes sponsor. He also serves as a school bus driver for the district. “Mark Harrison’s dedication to the success of his students is evident in his classroom and his willingness to go above and beyond for his students,” said Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas. “Congratulations to Mr. Harrison for being chosen as a 2026 Teacher of the Year finalist.”
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Union County Educator Named 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year
Florida Department of Education Published July 17, 2025
Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas named Mark Harrison as the 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year. Mr. Harrison was selected from among five Teacher of the Year finalists through a rigorous selection process. The Florida Teacher of the Year program celebrates and elevates the education profession and recognizes outstanding educators in the state and their achievements.
“Congratulations to Mark Harrison on being named the 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year,” said Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas. “Mark sets the example of how a talented and dedicated teacher makes all the difference for his students. Not only is he dedicated to their academic success, but he also helps his students excel outside the classroom through the Civics and Debate team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and driving the school bus every morning. I look forward to working with him during the coming year.”
“On behalf of Union County, I would like to congratulate Mark Harrison on being named Florida Teacher of the Year,” said Union County Schools Superintendent Michael Ripplinger. “We are all extremely proud of Mr. Harrison and thankful for the impact he has had on so many in Union County. I have no doubt he will be a tremendous ambassador for education in the state of Florida.”