VHS Teacher Wins State-wide Award

October 12, 2023 – Jeffrey Draves, the Social Studies Department chairman at Viera High School, was recently named the 2023 Florida Council for the Social Studies (FCSS) Dr. Theron Trimble Social Studies Teacher of the Year.

It’s a prestigious award that drew nominations from throughout the state of Florida and Viera High School principal Heather LeGate says it is well deserved.

“Mr. Draves is an amazing teacher and mentor for our students,” LeGate said. “He is pivotal to the positive culture on campus and always willing to go above and beyond to make sure students have the best experience possible.”

“Students love him and his classes. He is an engaging and dynamic teacher who fosters an environment where students drive the learning and push themselves to be their best selves. We are truly lucky to have Mr. Draves as a proud member of Hawk Nation.”

Source: Viera Voice