Re-Imagining School for the 21st Century
Kairos Academies are free, award-winning public charter schools built for the 21st Century. Our innovative approach to Middle and High School empowers students to discover their own passion and purpose through personalized learning and one-on-one mentoring. Kairos students learn to connect what they learn in the classroom to the future they can choose for themselves. By graduation, your student will be a self-directed learner, leader, and citizen–ready to thrive at college, in a 21st century career, and in a free society.
Your Child is Not Average
So we won’t give them an average, cookie-cutter education. Kairos personalizes every aspect of the learning experience to your student’s unique needs. Our award-winning curriculum, the Summit Learning Platform, allows students to move at their own pace, using the resources that work best for them. Every Kairos student works with a mentor weekly to set personalized goals and build crucial executive functioning skills. And our educators challenge students to solve real-world problems together in creative class projects that inspire a culture of joy and lifelong learning.
“Kudos to the staff and faculty for their commitment to creating an inclusive, progressive, innovative, and successful learning environment for the kids.”
Carly, Kairos Parent
An Education Revolution
Personalized Learning
Every child has unique strengths and weaknesses, so we play to their strengths and use coursework that adapts to every student’s needs an interests. With a laptop connected to an internet of resources, Kairos empowers students to learn in the way and at the pace that works best for them.
Student Agency
One-size-fits-all classes force kids to be followers, not leaders. However success in the real world requires independence–students must learn how to learn independently. At Kairos we teach students to manage their time and priorities just like a college student or modern professional.
One-on-One Mentoring
Kairos students meet with a personal mentor each week who helps them manage their time, habits, and relationships. Mentors work closely with families to help students make responsible choices about how, when, where, and with whom to learn. At Kairos, we believe students must learn to see the connection between their decisions and their outcomes.
Diverse-by-Design
Kairos students don’t just talk about working across lines of difference–they practice it daily through restorative justice and relationship building. Our diverse and inclusive community encourages students to embrace their individuality and welcome differences. Together we’ve built a community where students are known, cared for, valued, and supportive of one another.
Year-Round Education
Instead of a long summer break and even longer semesters, Kairos operates all year with breaks spread throughout. Students work hard each “cycle” and recharge for one to two weeks in between. During these breaks, faculty analyze student data, update families, and make adjustments so that the next cycle is even better for our students.
Award-Winning Results
Ranked #3 Charter Middle School in Missouri
U.S. News & World Report
2022 SLU PRiME Growth
Award Winner
for beating the odds in
student growth
A Path Through High School and Beyond
Kairos Academies High School is fundamentally re-imagining the high school experience with Next Prep. We take the guesswork out of planning for the future by giving students the confidence and the skills to pursue the post-secondary path that allows them to meet their education, income, and life goals.
Self Discovery
Assessments and activities uncover students’ individual interests, talents, and passions.
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Career Exploration
Weekly exposure to high-demand, skilled careers through presentations, job-shadowing, and site visits.
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Professional Skills
Rigorous training on project management, active listening, technological agility, and other essential workplace skills.
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Work-Based Learning
Paid internships at pathways-aligned employers focused on building industry-specific experience.
Pathway-Specific Prep
Credentials from vetted training partners both on and off-site, as well as through college dual credit.
Personalized Coaching
Mapping post-secondary choices such as: right-fit colleges, majors, apprenticeships, and internships.
Next Prep Program Partners
Talk to Our Enrollment Team
314-944-5626
2024-25 Enrollment Timeline
Apply
Submit your application online in Schoolmint or visit our office weekdays from 8am-3pm. Kairos is free and open to all students.
Lottery
Seats are filled by a random, blind lottery on February 12 and March 26. Any remaining seats are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration
Once you've accepted your offer, you can complete your registration and submit required documents in Schoolmint or in our school office.
Culture Camp
Your new student will join us in August for Kairos Culture Camp where they'll meet their mentor and teachers and learn everything Kairos!
Please review our Frequently Asked Questions below for full details about enrollment eligibility,
lottery preferences, and admissions policies.