Mission: Fourth Grade is a Schools Foundation program designed to ensure local fourth-grade students have the opportunity to experience a meaningful, hands-on educational field trip to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center at no cost to schools or families. The program covers admission, an INTUITIVE® Planetarium show, transportation, and nursing support so that all students can participate in this unique learning experience. Mission: Fourth Grade connects classroom learning to real-world exploration, inspiring curiosity, discovery, and a deeper interest in STEM. Through community partnerships and donor support, the program helps ensure students in the Rocket City can experience one of Alabama’s most iconic educational destinations.