O’Grady Elementary is making history as the first elementary school in Mission CISD to house chickens as part of the district’s innovative F.A.R.M.E.R.S. (Farmers, Agriculturists, Ranchers, Machinists, Engineers, Researchers, and Suppliers) program. The school is beginning this initiative with one chicken, generously donated by Brandon Garza and his family, and plans to grow its flock in the future.‘Egg-sperience’ Hands-On LearningThis hands-on project is much more than just housing chickens— it’s a learning opportunity designed to teach students essential life skills, foster responsibility, and create a deeper understanding of agriculture. Through the F.A.R.M.E.R.S. program, O’Grady Elementary students will participate in activities ...