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Education

• Humboldt High School, Humboldt, TN
• Bachelor of Science Degree from Memphis State University, Memphis, TN
• Master of Arts Degree from Memphis State University, Memphis, TN

Employment Experience

• Principal of Lyman High School for thirty one years (Florida Principal of the Year - 1984)
• Assistant Principal;
• Teacher/Coach;
• involvement in Management Collective
• Bargaining Team;
• County School Budget Advisory Committee;
• County Technology Steering Committee;
• and Administrator of six different educational grants.

Government Board Participation

• Commuter Rail
• LYNX
• Tourist Development

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Special Interests or Projects

Primarily responsible for bringing approximately $900,000 in grant money to Lyman High School and Seminole County, Developed one of the most highly technological high schools in the state, Instituted the double-period schedule for students, Instituted a dropout prevention program, Instituted a staff development program for teachers, and provided leadership for the development of the most comprehensive athletic facility of any high school in the state.

Professional Affiliations

Heathrow Chamber of Commerce, Lake Mary Community Improvement Association, Longwood Rotary Club (charter member), Seminole Association of School Administrators (President, 1yr.), Florida High School Activities Association (Vice-President, 1989; Board of Directors, 9 yrs.), and Florida Parent Teacher Association (Life Member).

Personal Information

He has been married over 59 years, has 4 children, 12 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and has been a Florida resident since 1959.

Contact Information

Please send e-mail to: gvenn@seminolecountyfl.gov
Phone: (407) 665-7201
Fax: (407) 665-7958
Board of County Commissioners
Seminole County Services Building
1101 E. First Street
Sanford, Fl 32771