Personalized, Self-Directed, and Hand-On Learning
Our learning journey follows five key steps, which spell out D.R.E.A.M. These aren’t just steps; they’re important stages in a child’s path of learning about themselves, building skills, and achieving creative success. Students learn critical skills such as problem-solving, financial literacy, marketing, and leadership.
12 weekly online sessions last 60 minutes in groups of 5 to 8 students. In-person sessions are hosted at multiple Orlando locations with up to 15 students.
Overview
- Launch Talent-Driven Projects: DC Kids helps children identify and develop their unique talents.
- Experience Ownership at an Early Age: Kids engage in projects where they take charge, fostering responsibility and independence.
- Build Life Skills and Achieve Creative Success: Through project-based and play-based learning, children acquire essential life skills and explore creative potential.
- Connect with Local Businesses: On-campus students connect with local entrepreneurs through collaboration with the Orlando Chambers of Commerce.
Chase Your DREAM
Launch Projects with Thematic Learning
Weeks 1-2
Every journey starts with self-discovery. Here, learners will use the TalentExplorer to find out what they’re really good at and what they love. This stage makes sure their learning is just right for them from the beginning.
See how Benjamin, Rachel, and Kheris did it.
- Objective: Students explore their personal strengths and interests using the TalentExplorer tool.
- Key Activities: Interactive games, talent-based storytelling, and talent matching with AI.
- Outcome: Students can articulate their unique talents and how these can be used in practical settings.
Weeks 3-4
Success usually involves others. During this stage, your child will learn about working well with others, including peers, mentors, and the community, and they’ll learn about customer needs and teamwork.
See how Jack, Corey, and Asia did it.
- Objective: Learn the importance of teamwork and community in project success.
- Key Activities: Interactive games, community impact project, empathy, and customer needs role-playing.
- Outcome: Students will appreciate teamwork and identify how their talents can help solve real-life problems.
Weeks 5-8
Experience is the best teacher. Here, your child will choose, design, and test their own projects, putting what they’ve learned into action and embracing creativity and flexibility, which are essential for innovation.
Learn how Cassidy, Caroline, and Isabel did it.
- Objective: Apply talents and skills in real situations through project-based learning.
- Key Activities: Design thinking game, role-swap challenge, customer journey simulation, feedback loop game, and playbook pitch.
- Outcome: Students will master their playbooks, use feedback effectively, and learn basic project management.
Weeks 9-10
Being resilient is crucial for success. This stage teaches your child how to deal with challenges, see the value in setbacks, and build the strength they need for long-term success.
See how Hannah and George did it.
- Objective: Overcome challenges and learn resilience.
- Key Activities: Problem-solving challenges, hot potato, resilience role-play, escape room, adversity puzzles, mindfulness and adaptability relay.
- Outcome: Students demonstrate problem-solving skills and can reflect on how they overcome difficulties.
Weeks 11-12
Learning and growing never stop. This stage focuses on moving forward, making impactful decisions, and thinking about creating a lasting legacy.
See how Mikaila and Brennan did it.
- Objective: Build on past successes and plan for future growth.
- Key Activities: Legacy project challenge, sustainability initiative game, interactive road-mapping, showcase, and reflection.
- Outcome: Students will present their projects, launch them with StoryBuilder, and share their learning experiences.
Share the Dream!