In this episode of the Teaching & Learning Show, we’re joined by Florida’s State Teacher of the Year, Mark Harrison, and Hamilton County’s own Teacher of the Year, Mandy Dempsey.

Mark shares how his passion for teaching was sparked by his grandmother, who taught for 50 years in a small district and left a legacy that still inspires him today. Mandy talks about the teacher who changed her life and inspired her to step into the classroom herself.

Together, they remind us that connection is at the heart of great teaching and that every teacher carries the legacy of someone who once believed in them.

Watch now and celebrate the lasting impact of teachers who inspire the next generation.