AgAcademy

Plant. Grow. Harvest. The AgAcademy is an innovative agricultural sciences school for students in grades 4-6. The school campus, located at the Missouri State Darr Agricultural Center, features classroom spaces, a demonstration kitchen, a greenhouse, a garden and chicken coop. If selected, students can choose to attend the AgAcademy for three years: grades 4-6. This school is supported by the Darr Family Foundation.

Grade 4-6, 150 students

AgAcademy in Action

Should you Apply for AgAcademy?

Do you want to impact the world around you in a positive way?
Do you like to grow or care for plants?
Do you prefer being outside to inside?
Do you want to cook dishes with food you grow?
Do you want to learn more about agriculture careers?
Do you prefer hands-on learning?
Do you enjoy raising or caring for animals?

If some of these apply to you, then you might be a great fit.

How to Apply

Initial lottery applications open on November 1st and close on December 1st. If you miss the lottery window, you can add your application to the wait list beginning February 1st.

Eligibility

Any 3rd-5th grade SPS student or any non-SPS students who live within the SPS attendance area are eligible to apply for their 4th-6th grade year.
Eligible students must have satisfactory attendance and behavior.
Selected students will be selected through an automated lottery system.
Applications are accepted November-December each year.