Meet the 2026 Ag Moves Summer Educators

Front row, from left to right: KatiJo Schaefer, Annabelle Carlisle, Emma Newton, Lily Boyer, Ellie Goehl, Amelia Hawkins, Myra Silvey, Madilynn Wehmeyer, Autumn Jones, Grace Luebbering, Tristen Buss, and Taylor Nothdurft. Back row, from left to right: Madison Cowles, Maria Vedder, Mallory Reed, Landrey Black, Josie Toombs, Bethany Rhoades, Zada Ketchum, Emma Whitlock, Kiley Mattson, and Amelia Wilson. Not pictured: Delaney Smith.

Agriculture Education on the Move™ (Ag Moves) is headed into its biggest and best summer yet. Throughout the next few months, these 23 college educators will bring agriculture to life for elementary students through hands-on lessons and meaningful conversations about where their food, fiber, and fuel come from.

Annabelle Carlisle, Program Coordination Intern

This is Annabelle’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies agricultural education. As part of the Columbia Team, Annabelle is teaching at Grant, West, and Fairview Elementary, as well as leading workshops at Missouri FFA Camp. 

“I’m super excited to get to share my passion for agriculture with the next generation of agriculturists,” she says.

Grace Luebbering, Communications Intern

Grace is returning for another summer with Ag Moves. She attends Missouri State University and studies agricultural communications. As part of the Central Team, Grace is teaching students in St. Elizabeth, Fatima, and Blair Oaks, as well as leading workshops at Missouri FFA Camp.

“This internship will be very helpful with connections and learning about my future career!” she says.

Columbia

Amelia Hawkins

Amelia is spending another summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies agricultural education. Amelia is teaching at Benton City, Fun City, Shepard, and Beulah Ralph Elementary.

“I love seeing students get excited when they discover new things about agriculture,” she says.

Bethany Rhoades

Bethany is spending another summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies agricultural education. Bethany is teaching at New Haven, Rock Bridge, Midway and Parkade Elementary.

“I want to teach agriculture,” she says. “This internship is in direct alignment with what I want for my future!”

KatiJo Schaefer

KatiJo is spending another summer with Ag Moves. She attends Central Methodist University and studies middle school science education. KatiJo is teaching at Battle and Paxton Elementary, as well as students in New Franklin.

“Agricultural education is important because it connects people to the things they use every day,” she says.

Madilynn Wehmeyer

This is Madilynn’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies agricultural education. Madilynn is teaching at Alpha Hart, Derby, Two Mile, Mill Creek, and Blue Ridge Elementary.

“I have been involved in the agriculture industry from a young age and love giving back!” she says.

Myra Silvey

Myra is spending another summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies agricultural education. Myra is teaching at Ridgeway, Locust, Cedar Ridge, and Russell Elementary.

“If I can teach third graders, I will be well prepared for my high schoolers!” she says.

Central

Emma Newton

This is Emma’s first summer with Ag Moves. She’s a recent graduate of Pettis County R-V Northwest High School who plans to attend the University of Missouri in the fall and study agribusiness management. Emma is teaching at Maple Grove Elementary. 

“The future of agriculture is our youth,” she says. “We have to cultivate and educate.”

Mallory Reed

This is Mallory’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies international business management, agricultural communications, and Spanish. Mallory is teaching at Stony Point, Prairie Branch, and Parkview Elementary.

“Ag Moves will help me gain experience in event coordination,” she says.

Maria Vedder

This is Maria’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Northwest Missouri State University and studies agricultural education and agribusiness. Maria is teaching students in Hermann and New Haven, as well as leading lessons at Camp Trinity.

“Agricultural education builds real-world skills, food awareness, careers, and sustainability knowledge,” she says.

Northeast

Ellie Goehl

This is Ellie’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Truman State University and studies agricultural science and education. Ellie is teaching at Highland Elementary, as well as leading lessons at the Lewis County Fair.

“Ag Moves will give me the skills to jump into the classroom and be a great teacher for all students!” she says.

Emma Whitlock

This is Emma’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Kansas State University and studies kinesiology and animal science. Emma is teaching Newtown Harris and Trenton students, as well as leading lessons with local 4-H members.

“I’m excited to help youth see their role in agriculture and its impact beyond traditional views,” she says.

Zada Ketchum

This is Zada’s first summer with Ag Moves. She’s a recent graduate of Scotland County R-I High School who plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University in the fall and study agricultural education. Zada is teaching students in Clark and Schuyler County.

Northwest

Kiley Mattson

This is Kiley’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Northwest Missouri State University and studies agricultural education. Kiley is teaching students in Albany and Maryville. 

“I grew up in a rural community where agriculture surrounded me,” she says. “So, I fell in love with that lifestyle.”

Lily Boyer

This is Lily’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Northwest Missouri State University and studies agricultural education. Lily is teaching at Pathfinder and Siegrist Elementary. 

“I’ve been around agriculture my whole life, but my FFA advisor made me fall more in love with it,” she says.

Madison Cowles

This is Madison’s first summer with Ag Moves. She plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University in the fall and study agricultural education. Madison is teaching students in St. Joseph. 

“I think agricultural education is important because the more we educate about this industry, the bigger change we can make,” she says.

Tristen Buss

This is Tristen’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Northwest Missouri State University and studies agricultural education. Tristen is teaching students in Lathrop and Lawson.

“This internship will help me teach future agriculturists,” she says.

Southeast

Amelia Wilson

Amelia is spending another summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies animal science. Amelia is teaching students in Jackson.

“Ag Moves captures our young generation,” she says. “It grows interest in the agricultural possibilities, even if students have no hands-on experience with anything farm related.”

Autumn Jones

Autumn is spending another summer with Ag Moves. She attends Southeast Missouri State University and studies agricultural education. Autumn is teaching students in Blanchard, Malden, and Sikeston, as well as leading lessons at SEMO University for Youth Children.

“This internship gives me experience teaching in the field,” she says.

Taylor Nothdurft

This is Taylor’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends the University of Missouri and studies agricultural education. Taylor is teaching students in Cape Girardeau and Jackson. 

“My passion comes from the people, leadership, and opportunities agriculture has given me,” she says.

Southwest

Delaney Smith

This is Delaney’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Missouri State University and studies agricultural education. Delaney is teaching at Ash Grove Elementary.

“The future of agriculture begins in the classroom,” she says. “Our students are the next generation.”

Josie Toombs

Josie is spending another summer with Ag Moves. She attends Missouri State University and studies elementary education. Josie is teaching students in Fair Play and Pleasant Hope.

“I’m excited to introduce more schools in Southwest Missouri to Ag Moves!” she says.

Landrey Black

This is Landrey’s first summer with Ag Moves. She attends Missouri State University and studies agricultural education and horticulture. Landrey is teaching students in Hurley.

“This internship gives me direct experiences in exactly what I want to do with my life!” she says.