faqs

Farm School KC treats Senior year much differently than traditional school. Our students are required to participate in an internship of their choice as well as an intense final project. The internship is specifically designed to support the student in deciding what life looks like for them after graduation. College? Technical school? Join the workforce? We work with the adolescent in creating their future.

Out of our previous graduates, 33% went to college, 33% went to a technical school and 33% joined the workforce.

At the core of the Montessori philosophy is creating peace. We teach our students how to have real conversations where they are able to speak their truth and advocate for themselves. We believe that communication is the key to solving problems. If this approach is not successful with the adolescent we will partner with the guardians to develop a plan.

Bullying is never tolerated, will be addressed with the student and action will be taken (up to and including expulsion).

We recognize that Farm School KC is a substantial investment for your child(ren). The Board of Directors works tirelessly to garner funds to support scholarships for students. Currently over 50% of our students are receiving some sort of financial support.

When schools close for the summer, achievement gaps increase and students experience a decline in academic skills and social-emotional health. Even the most prepared parent will find it hard to combat this summer slide. Low-income students are especially prone to these negative effects.

Year-round school takes away the threat posed by the summer slide. Summer slide is also the reason why teachers spend the first month of school reviewing what was previously taught. Less instructional time is spent on review in year-round schools. Teaching at a year-round school means receiving a year-round salary; This is a pro that any teacher can get behind.

Farm School KC believes that travel is one of the best educations that a student can have. We encourage parents to take their students on trips and to explore other cultures. Traveling broadens your horizons, inspires your creativity, helps you to connect better with others and challenges you to grow.

There may be times that the guides will assign a certain assignment to the student when traveling and will work to make their trip part of their curriculum.