P.K. Yonge DRS

P.K. Yonge DRS Preparing each student for a world-class university education, P.K. Yonge at the University of Florida serves as a model public school. P.K.

Students experience an academically rigorous, student-centered, and personalized learning environment. Yonge Developmental Research School is a public school affiliated with the University of Florida. The 1,420 member PreK-12 student body is randomly selected to reflect the student population of the state of Florida. Yonge students are positioned to be creative, dedicated, and resilient learners w

ho embrace the power of diverse ideas, talents, and cultures to improve our world. Yonge faculty are creative, dedicated, collaborative practitioner scholars who design, test, and disseminate innovations that support the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success of every student. Yonge parents are active participants in the life of the school, our staunchest supporters, and valuable partners in the enterprise of educating today’s youth on our campus and beyond. Yonge partners come in many forms. Their much appreciated support through word, fund, and deed brings us ever closer to the achievement of our mission and vision. UF Community Commenting Guidelines:
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🌊 Blue Wave Weekly Happenings Monday, August 3112:30-1:30pm Academic Success | UCF Admissions Officer12:30-1:30pm Academ...
08/30/2026

🌊 Blue Wave Weekly Happenings
Monday, August 31
12:30-1:30pm Academic Success | UCF Admissions Officer
12:30-1:30pm Academic Success | Southeastern University
1:30-2:30pm Academic Success | Eckerd College Admissions Office
5:30-7pm Academic Success | College Fair at Santa Fe College
6 & 7pm Middle School Volleyball vs Bradford Middle

Tuesday, September 1
12:15-1:30pm Academic Success | UF Admissions Officer
12:15-1:30pm Academic Success | US Army Recruiting
4pm Varsity Golf vs Buchholz @ Ironwood
7pm Varsity Volleyball vs Countryside Christian

Wednesday, September 2
12:15-1:30pm Academic Success | Furman University Admissions Officer
6pm Swim & Dive vs Saint Francis @ Northeast Pool

Thursday, September 3
5pm JV Volleyball vs Mount Dora Christian
6pm Varsity Volleyball vs Mount Dora Christian
6pm MS Volleyball @ Suwannee Middle

Friday, September 4
7:30pm Varsity Football @ Mount Dora Christian

08/28/2026

Friday Gym Update!

Yesterday, P.K. Yonge welcomed staff from Sen. Ashley Moody’s office and fellow Florida school district leaders for conv...
08/28/2026

Yesterday, P.K. Yonge welcomed staff from Sen. Ashley Moody’s office and fellow Florida school district leaders for conversation, classroom observation and shared learning around one of the most rapidly evolving issues in education: artificial intelligence.

Visitors joined a 7th grade science classroom, where students used AI to support a shark tooth identification lab, and then heard directly from students about their experiences and perspectives on the use of AI in teaching and learning.

As a developmental research school, an important part of our mission is creating space to explore emerging opportunities and challenges in education alongside others. We don’t approach this work with all the answers. Instead, we value sustained curiosity and the opportunity to learn with and from educators, researchers, policymakers, students and other stakeholders who bring different perspectives to the conversation.

Our partnerships with the University of Florida College of Education and UF CSEveryone Center for Computer Science Education connect classroom practice, research and student experience. Opportunities like today’s visit extend that learning beyond our campus—allowing us to share what we are learning, hear what others are seeing and asking, and grapple together with the implications of emerging technologies for schools.

We are grateful to our visitors for contributing to the conversation. This kind of exchange is central to our mission: serving as a collaborative space where important questions about the future of education can be explored together.


University of Florida College of Education

Small Gifts, Big Change. 💙UF and UF Health employees can support P.K. Yonge through payroll deduction—an easy way to mak...
08/26/2026

Small Gifts, Big Change. 💙

UF and UF Health employees can support P.K. Yonge through payroll deduction—an easy way to make a lasting impact on our students, teachers, and programs.

Whether it's $3, $10, $25, or more per paycheck, your gift supports the great things happening for students at P.K. Yonge!

Set it up once. Give all year. Change lives.

Learn more and enroll today.
https://pkyonge.ufl.edu/ways-to-support-pky/payroll-deduction/

Congratulations to our newest 5th Grade Safety Patrol! 💙🌊Our fifth graders are excited to begin serving as Safety Patrol...
08/26/2026

Congratulations to our newest 5th Grade Safety Patrol! 💙🌊

Our fifth graders are excited to begin serving as Safety Patrol members, with their first nine-week assignments starting this week! Thank you for stepping up to lead by example, welcome classmates, and help keep our campus safe everyday.

We know you'll represent the Blue Wave with pride. Good luck, Safety Patrol! 👏

🚌 We're Hiring: Part-Time Bus DriverJoin the P.K. Yonge team and help keep our students moving safely! We're looking for...
08/24/2026

🚌 We're Hiring: Part-Time Bus Driver

Join the P.K. Yonge team and help keep our students moving safely! We're looking for a dependable, safety-conscious part-time bus driver to provide transportation for students and school activities.

This flexible position is a great fit for retirees or anyone looking for meaningful part-time work. Hours vary based on school transportation needs and may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

If you enjoy working with students, value safety, and want to make a difference in our school community, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Apply at jobs.ufl.edu and enter Requisition #541062 in the job search bar.

💙 Please share this opportunity with qualified individuals who may not be active online. Your help allows us to reach a broader pool of candidates and connect with those who may be a perfect fit for P.K. Yonge.

🌊 Blue Wave Weekly Happenings Monday, August 246pm MS Volleyball vs Micanopy Cooperative SchoolTuesday, August 251-2pm A...
08/23/2026

🌊 Blue Wave Weekly Happenings
Monday, August 24
6pm MS Volleyball vs Micanopy Cooperative School

Tuesday, August 25
1-2pm Academic Success | FSU Admissions Officer
5:30pm Class of 2027 Senior Academic Family Night

Wednesday, August 26
eLearning Day Grades 8-12
8am-2pm Senior Parking Space Painting

Thursday, August 27
7:45-8:30am Club Showcase for Grades 6-12
6pm & 7pm MS Volleyball vs Lake City MS
6pm JV Volleyball @ Hawthorne
7pm VR Volleyball @ Hawthorne

Friday, August 28
7:30pm VR Football @ Keystone Heights

Saturday, August 29
8am VR Cross Country @ Whispering Pines Meet, Inverness

08/21/2026

Building on a legacy of greatness while looking ahead to an even brighter future. 💙

Hear from members of our Blue Wave family about what the gym project means to them—and why this next chapter matters so much. 🌊

We're proud to share that P.K. Yonge continues to be the #1 public high school in North Central Florida! The 2026-2027 ...
08/19/2026

We're proud to share that P.K. Yonge continues to be the #1 public high school in North Central Florida!

The 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings recognize PK as:

#1 in north central Florida
#49 among Florida public high schools
#655 nationally

Congratulations to our entire P.K. Yonge community on this incredible achievement!

Read more at https://pkyonge.ufl.edu/p-k-yonge-ranks-as-top-high-school-in-north-central-florida/

ATHLETIC HOME GAME REMINDERS! 🎟️ Tickets: GOFAN tickets ONLY — NO CASH SALES at the gate.👜 Clear Bag Policy: Make sure y...
08/19/2026

ATHLETIC HOME GAME REMINDERS!

🎟️ Tickets: GOFAN tickets ONLY — NO CASH SALES at the gate.
👜 Clear Bag Policy: Make sure your bag meets the requirements before you arrive.
🅿️ Parking: Please follow event parking signs and staff directions.

Come early, be prepared, and LET’S GO!

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