A bill at the Missouri Capitol aims to give Missouri Military Academy in Mexico a special statewide designation as the state’s military academy. With other military academies in Missouri now closed, the all-boys academy remains and has international appeal, attracting students from various countries. The bill’s sponsor, Rep. Kent Haden, highlighted the academy’s significance and the support it has garnered from alumni of other closed military schools. While the designation may not result in a tax break, it could benefit the academy in terms of recruiting and visibility. Established in 1889, the Missouri Military Academy serves a diverse student population from multiple states and countries.