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Where big ideas hide in unusual places.

Alexander D. Henderson University School is a public elementary and middle school on the campus of Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. A.D. Henderson is a developmental research (lab) school established in 1968 to enhance instruction and research in specialized subjects to improve outcomes for all students in the country.

Admission to A.D. Henderson University School

A.D. Henderson's student population reflects the demographic composition of the population of the state of Florida. All applications are categorized according to that demographic composition and are selected at random from the applicant pool.

A.D. Henderson University School is affiliated with the FAU College of Education and is not a part of a local public school district.

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Florida Atlantic University’s A.D. Henderson University School (ADHUS) is ranked the No. 3 “Best School” among both elementary and middle schools in the state of Florida according to Niche for 2025. (Photo by Alex Dolce)
A.D. Henderson Ranks Among the Best in the State by Niche

Florida Atlantic University's A.D. Henderson University School (ADHUS) is ranked the No. 3 "Best School" among both elementary and middle schools in the state of Florida according to Niche for 2025. more

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A.D. Henderson & FAU High School Named 2024 National Blue Ribbon School

The U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced Florida Atlantic University’s A.D. Henderson University School & Florida Atlantic University High School as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2024. more

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FAU High Seniors Named National Merit Semifinalists

A total of 22 Florida Atlantic University High School students have been named semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program, and 29 seniors have been recognized as Commended Students. more

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Rebecca Kasten to Serve as K-5 Assistant Principal for A.D. Henderson University School

With great pride, we share that Rebecca Kasten has been selected as the new Elementary Assistant Principal for A.D. Henderson University School. She will spend the next several months transitioning into this position while... more

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Lauren Robinson Appointed as A.D. Henderson & Florida Atlantic University High School Principal

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Lauren Robinson as the new Principal of A.D. Henderson University School and Florida Atlantic University High School. more

 
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Club Dismissal Changes Effective November 4, 2024
October 31, 2024

In an effort to enhance both the safety of our students and the efficiency of our carline, we are implementing a new procedure for club dismissal effective November 4, 2024. We kindly ask that you do not enter the carline until 5 minutes prior to the end of your child's club. Read more

What is the FortifyFL App?
October 30, 2024

FortifyFL is an innovative app designed to empower users to report suspicious activities swiftly, relaying this information to the appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials. Read more

Halloween Costumes on Thursday, October 31
October 30, 2024

We look forward to students dressing up in their Halloween costumes instead of school uniforms on Thursday, October 31. If your child chooses to dress up for Halloween, please be mindful that your student wears a school-appropriate costume; Halloween costume masks, large props, and face paint will not be permitted. Read more

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