The Florida Chamber of Commerce congratulates Board of Trustee member Sam Verghese, Chief Operating Officer and Acting Deputy Superintendent of Florida Virtual School, on being named Best Leader of a K–12 School/District in the 2025 EdTech Chronicle Best in Education Awards.
The national recognition highlights Sam Verghese’s leadership approach, which emphasizes empowering teams, investing in professional development, and creating a collaborative culture focused on meaningful outcomes for students and educators alike.
Florida Virtual School continues to be a national leader in online education, and this award underscores the strength of Florida’s education and workforce leadership. The Florida Chamber is proud to recognize leaders like Sam Verghese who are helping prepare Florida’s students — and future workforce — for long-term success.
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