Homeschool SteAm classes/ Project Based Learning
Teen Project Based Learning
At Brighten Learning Center, our Teen Project-Based Learning program is designed for students who learn best by creating, exploring, and solving real-world challenges. Rather than completing worksheets or memorizing facts, students dive into hands-on projects that combine research, critical thinking, communication, technology, creativity, and problem-solving.
Each project is built around a meaningful challenge or goal. Students work independently and collaboratively to design, create, test, revise, and present their work while developing valuable academic and life skills along the way.
What makes our program different?
Create Something Meaningful
Students leave each project with a finished product, presentation, portfolio piece, or showcase experience they can be proud of.
Collaborate and Lead
Students learn to work as a team, manage projects, solve problems, and take ownership of their learning.
Learn by Doing
Every class revolves around a major project. Students become game designers, filmmakers, engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and creators as they tackle authentic challenges.
Build Real-World Skills
Projects naturally integrate reading, writing, research, public speaking, collaboration, technology, math, and STEAM concepts.
2026-2027 Project Line-Up
Minecraft Education: World Builders
Sept. 14 – Oct. 26 (7 weeks)
$210
Students will work as a team to design and build a custom Minecraft world from the ground up. Using Minecraft Education and editing programs, they will create their own entities, customize mob behaviors, import their creations into the game, and learn commands to add interactive features and special events. Throughout the project, students will practice collaboration, digital design, problem-solving, and computational thinking while creating a world they can proudly showcase at the end of the session.
Dungeons and Dragons
9-week adventure (must attend all 3 sessions)
Session 1: Nov. 2 – Nov. 16 (3 weeks) – $90. Session 2: Nov. 30 – Dec. 14 (3 weeks) – $90. Session 3: Jan. 11 – Jan. 25 (3 weeks) – $90
Perfect for beginners, this project introduces teens to the exciting world of Dungeons & Dragons! Students will learn the basics of gameplay, create their own unique characters, and work together as a team to embark on adventures. Along the way, they'll build creativity, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills while exploring a world of imagination and storytelling. No prior experience is needed—just bring your imagination!
Drones
February 1 - February 22 (4 weeks)
$200
Students will build their own drone, learn flight basics and safety regulations, practice piloting skills, and participate in fun flying challenges. Best of all, students will take home and keep their completed drone at the end of the course!
Chemistry Lab
March 1 - March 8 and April 5-12 (4 weeks)
$140
Put on your lab coat and become a scientist! Students will conduct hands-on experiments, learn proper lab techniques, and explore chemistry through exciting investigations.
Brighten Open Studio
April 19 - May 17 (7 weeks)
$210
Have a passion project you've always wanted to pursue? Open Studio gives teens the opportunity to choose their own project path with guidance from a certified teacher and access to Brighten's resources.
Possible projects include: robotics and coding, 3D printing and design, video game design, green screen and filmmaking, art and creative projects, and more!
Students will set goals, create a final product, and develop valuable project management and problem-solving skills along the way.
Past projects have included video game design, cardboard arcade, biomimicry shoe entrepreneurship, Lego stop-motion animation, escape room design, anatomy lab dissections, and green screen movie.
Address
174 S. Lawrence Blvd
Keystone Heights, FL 32656