Missio Dei Learning Academy
An enrichment co-op in Grandview, MO designed for families to connect in community, learn together, grow in fellowship, and go as the hands and feet of Jesus.
What does ‘Missio Dei’ mean?
Missio Dei is a Latin word that means “Mission of God.” It is the mission of God that connects families and communities to the heart of Jesus. Missio Dei Learning Academy is a space where children will be equipped to learn missionally through STEM, creativity, service projects, team building, and the word of God.
Welcome to cultivating the beginning of Missio Dei Learning Academy!
Why choose Missio Dei Learning Academy?
Choosing Missio Dei Learning Academy means you are choosing an environment for children to gain an understanding of the mission of God while learning practical life skills in order to apply them to their daily lives. Our objective is to focus on the whole family by empowering an atmosphere of discipleship both at home and in the learning space.
What will a typical day look like?
Missio Dei Learning Academy will begin as a one-day hybrid model, with a three-hour enrichment time from 9AM-12pm on Tuesdays, starting September 15th. You can expect hands-on activities, a snack break, fellowship, worship and more!
What ages are covered and what is the cost?
We are open for Pre-K (4) to 1st-grade-age students. Our pricing model is simple, focused on making this a value-add while considering all family needs. We have flexible payment options to make this easy for families to plan. All associated costs go towards learning materials, snacks, service-project materials, and administrative needs.
1st Child: $75 /month
2nd Child: $65 /month (Save $10/mo)
3rd Child: $55 /month (Save $20/mo)
4th Child: $40 /month (Save $35/mo)
Questions? Email mdla@mission418.org
Frequently Asked Questions
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In our enrichment space—no day will look the same! While enrichment can include art, music, nature-learning, STEM, and more; we want to add the value of having time to learn how to give back to the community through outreach projects.
Example: Making special cards for the elderly and having them dropped off at a local retirement home nearby. From there, we can learn about ways to care for the elderly!
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This will be a parent involved co-op where the parents stay on site. We welcome growth in shaping the family dynamic of Missio Dei Learning Academy!
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3 hours is a unique amount of time, yet it does go by fast! You can expect hands-on activities, a snack break, and some outdoor time when necessary (Hello Midwest weather), fellowship, and more!
Example Schedule:
9:00–9:15 AM
Doors Open • Check-In • Family Connection
9:15–9:35 AM
Welcome, Worship & Prayer
9:35–10:20 AM
Enrichment Activities (Art • STEM • Music • Nature • Creative Projects • Team Building)
10:20–10:35 AM
Snack Time
10:35–12:00 PM
Missional Skills Activities (Service Projects • Leadership • Hospitality • Service-Learning)
Worship Time – Center our hearts on Christ.
Enrichment Time – Spark creativity and apply practical abilities.
Missions Time – Equip to serve others and live on mission.
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The dates of the first semester of Missio Dei Academy will begin Tuesday, September 15th. You can expect a 12-Week semester with 3-Hour learning sessions every Tuesday.
The dates include the following days:
September 15th
September 22nd
September 29th
October 6th
October 13th
October 20th
October 27th
November 3rd
November 10th
November 17th
December 1st
December 8th
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We are open for Pre-K to 1st grade age students. The age breakdown would be dependent on the final enrollment make-up. Typically, we will group ages that are in similar developmental milestone ranges.
Example: 4-5 y/o and 6-7 y/o.
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We will only be enrolling 12-15 students based on the ratio per instructor. Through parent involvment and the addition of more instructors, we will be able to expand the learning environment in the future.
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The topics and themes will include STEM, creativity, team building, devotion in the Word, and outreach projects. As Missio Dei Learning Academy is anchored on the foundation of Christ, we will use the Bible for Scripture learning and devotional cards from Tiny Theologians, a ministry that exists to help kids grow in knowing and loving God through His Word through Gospel-centered and theologically-rich discipleship tools
We will engage with age-appropriate outreach projects which can include writing cards to a retirement home, packing warm socks for families in need through the winter, and hygiene kits for households.
The learning environment will be one of team-building through group activities that involve creating in the arts, and hands-on STEM learning that includes age-appropriate activities of science, STEM, engineering, and mathematics.
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Our pricing model is simple with a focus on making this a value-add with consideration of all family needs. We have flexible payment options to make this easy for families to plan.
1st Child: $75 /month
2nd Child: $65 /month (Save $10/mo)
3rd Child: $55 /month (Save $20/mo)
4th Child: $40 /month (Save $35/mo)
Attendance: Tuition secures your child’s enrollment spot and funds learning materials, snacks, service-project materials, and administrative needs. Refunds or credits are not issued for individual missed days.
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Yes, we welcome and encourage it! We know the importance of being present to support and do not want to create barriers for you and your family to participate.
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We would love to have children on site each week, and we also know that sick days do occur! We highly encourage students to stay home and communicate with the MDLA team when a co-op day will be missed.
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Missio Dei Learning Academy agrees to reflect the statement of belief of Mission 418 Church. We believe there is only one God established through His inspired word that serves as the foundation of our teaching and core beliefs. We believe God the Father created male and female in his image (Genesis 1:27). We believe that through the creation of male and female, God established marriage to be between one man and one woman. We believe God sent His Son Jesus to die on the cross for our sins and reconciled us back to God through salvation. (2 Corinthians 5:18) We believe Jesus rose from the grave, offered eternal life to all who believe in Him, left us with the Holy Spirit, and will one day return. (John 3:16) We believe that God exists in three persons: God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son & and the Holy Spirit (1 John 4:9-17). We believe in the present demand to fulfill the great commission to make disciples of all nations.
Our Team & Lead Instructor
The Harris Crew
Before planting Mission 418 Church, Marquis and Makayla gained more than 10 years of combined experience in education and youth service. Makayla earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of Missouri—Kansas City (UMKC). Marquis earned a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and Hispanic Studies, with a minor in Education, from Texas Christian University, and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from UMKC. Their international experiences in the Dominican Republic, Peru, Spain, and Italy, along with their work in the local community, have inspired them to establish Missio Dei Learning Academy.
Family Co-Founders
Lead Instructor
You will get to know Makayla more as she will be the first Lead Instructor for Missio Dei Learning Academy. Makayla began her journey of caring for her home in May of 2020, and since then, she has learned the importance of cultivating a life of learning with her kids and has published her first children’s book.
Makayla has spent years working alongside nonprofits and churches to serve small children and youth. One of her nonprofit roles was as a Program Coordinator, where she would teach service-learning to middle and high school youth in local schools and volunteerism through the KC Metro Area. As a first-generation homeschool mother, she is excited to serve families and cultivate a community to live on mission!
Makayla Harris