We are especially grateful for Mrs. Harrison’s time and talent in creating the stunning floral arrangements for this year’s Homecoming Court festivities. The flowers added beauty and elegance to the celebration, making the court presentation even more memorable for students, families, and the entire school community.
Mrs. Harrison studied agriculture education at The University of Georgia and taught high school agriculture, including floral design, for 14 years before joining the State Department of Education as the South Region Horticulture Specialist. Her students gained hands-on experience by creating floral designs for universities, businesses, and community organizations. She also led a service-learning project, Friends with Flowers, which delivered arrangements to local elderly citizens and hospice patients.
Using her expertise in floral design and plant science, Mrs. Harrison will create floral arrangements for school activities and events throughout the year. Students in her classes and the Bulldog Aggies student club will gain hands-on experience in the floral industry, learning to identify floral materials, process products, design arrangements, and assist with event setup. Floral design is a unique blend of creativity, agriculture, and science: florists depend on agricultural industries to grow and transport flowers worldwide, while applying plant biology, soil science, and post-harvest care to keep arrangements fresh. In this way, floral design beautifully connects art, agriculture, and plant science—and we’re proud to say that at GWA, we’re growing in ALL areas of science!
