Teacher: Mason Lewis

District: Hernando

Mason Lewis is a cybersecurity and computer science teacher at Hernando High School in Brooksville, Florida. Now in his 21st year as an educator, he has taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, serving in roles that include elementary education, middle school science, and information and communication technology.

He is currently in his fifth year leading the Academy of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at Hernando High School. Mason has been recognized for his commitment to students and innovation in education, earning honors as a two-time school-level Teacher of the Year, the 2021 Hernando County Teacher of the Year, and the recipient of the 2021 Ron Nieto Digital Educator Award.

This year, Mason’s students earned first place at CyberLaunch, a testament to his dedication to preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. We are grateful for his continued commitment to Florida’s students and the future of cybersecurity education!

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