Raymond F. Lee (deceased)

  • Born in Silas, Alabama
  • Graduated from Silas High School, 1941
  • Graduated from Auburn University and University of Florida
  • Taught at Williston High School, Williston, FL, 1948-52
  • Taught at Manatee High School, Bradenton, FL, 1952-61
  • Vocational Director, Manatee Co. Sch. Bd., 1961-92
  • Executive Director, Manatee Co. Farm Bureau, 1993-present
  • FL Vocational Hall of Fame, 1980
  • Manatee Co. Agricultural Hall of Fame, 1995
  • Raymond F. Lee Administration Bldg. - 1994 named in my honor
  • Phi Delta Kappa Educator of the Year Award, 1967
  • President of FVATA, late 50's
  • Received Honorary State Farmer Degree, 1960
  • Advisor to State FFA President, 1952-53
  • Member of AVA, FVA, FVATA, 1948-89
  • Died Dec. 2009