On Friday, the School District of Osceola County proudly celebrated the official ribbon cutting of its newest educational facility—Voyager K-8, a state-of-the-art prototype school serving kindergarten through eighth grade students in the rapidly growing Sunbridge community.

The ceremony was attended by a host of community leaders and district representatives, including School Board Members Anthony Cook, Paul Bronson, Terry Castillo, and Board Chair Heather Kahoun, as well as Superintendent Dr. Mark Shanoff and Chief Facilities Officer David Sharma. Also present were school staff, parents, and enthusiastic students eager to be part of this historic moment.

One of the most memorable highlights of the event came from a moving performance of the National Anthem by student Briella, whose heartfelt rendition stirred the audience and captured the pride and promise of Voyager K-8. The event continued with a student-led inspiration program featuring musical performances, student welcomes, a jazz band presentation, and a special time capsule ceremony.

“This school represents more than just a new building—it represents opportunity, innovation, and community,” said Dr. Shanoff. “We are proud to open a space that will empower our students from kindergarten through eighth grade with the tools they need to thrive.”

Designed with the future in mind, Voyager K-8 features a three-story, energy-efficient structure, incorporating a high-performance envelope detailing intended to achieve an Energy Utilization Index (EUI) of 25 or less and .20 cfm per envelope square footage. The school sits on a 20-acre parcel and includes:

  • 1,415 student stations

  • A standalone gymnasium

  • A 400-meter running track with a soccer infield

  • Two additional soccer fields

  • Two full-size exterior basketball courts

  • Two softball fields (shared with the community via partnership with developer Tavistock)

Additionally, the site includes separate parent and bus loops with aluminum-covered canopies, approximately 200 parking spaces, and a parent queue that can accommodate up to 288 double-stacked cars on-site.

The ribbon-cutting marks not only the opening of a school but also a major investment in the future of education in Osceola County. With its cutting-edge design, robust athletic facilities, and a strong emphasis on community collaboration, Voyager K-8 is poised to become a shining example of what public education can achieve.