Laissez Fair Digital Studio | STEAM Studio & Digital Readiness

Programs in action

Built to feel like a modern innovation studio.

Inspired by immersive, future-facing layouts similar to leading lab and creative-tech programs, the studio blends design, coding, robotics, XR, engineering, and digital media into one ecosystem.

Coding, design, and collaborative studio learning

Teens learning robotics and engineering together

Robotics, engineering, and problem solving

Student using virtual reality headset in class

Immersive XR and world-building experiences

Students collaborating in a modern classroom

Media, portfolio, and career-connected projects

Three core offerings

One studio. Three connected learning experiences.

STEAM Studio

Project-based K–12 technology learning with lab pathways in coding, robotics, digital design, XR/VR, engineering, game development, audio/media production, and maker-centered exploration.

Elementary 6–9 Middle 9–12 High 13–17 Summer Camps

Labs can be booked individually, grouped into quarterly bundles, or delivered as semester programs with capstones. High school pathways can be structured as credit-aligned coursework through school partners.

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Laissez Fair Digital Academy

A Montessori-inspired microschool experience for learners ages 10 and older that combines personalized academics with hands-on STEAM electives and enrichment.

CoreWorks TechQuest Ages 10+ Microschool

Learners participate in small-group academics, applied STEAM projects, digital citizenship, collaboration, creative technology, and portfolio-based learning.

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Digital Readiness

A structured pipeline for digital foundations, family digital safety, college and career readiness, and workforce fluency for teens, adults, and partner organizations.

Digital Foundations Digital Parenting College & Career Workforce & Emerging Tech

Ideal for schools, homeschool communities, libraries, nonprofits, and workforce programs seeking practical digital literacy and transition-to-work support.

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STEAM Studio

STEAM Studio labs for flexible K–12 implementation.

STEAM Studio is one of the studio’s main program offerings. These fourteen labs are designed as flexible 4–6 week experiences at roughly 30 hours total and can run as workshops, camps, a la carte school experiences, quarter bundles, or semester pathways.

Students working together in a STEAM Studio learning environment

How the lab model works

Each lab includes guided instruction, project cards, videos or demonstrations, applied builds, portfolio artifacts, and age-appropriate assessments or reflections.

Format: 4–6 weeks or condensed workshop/camp

Time: ~30 hours total per lab

Use cases: school enrichment, homeschool pods, summer camps, self-paced curriculum, semester pathways

Pricing: most labs range from $150–$400 as a 4–6 week lab depending on complexity and equipment

Media & Creative Labs

Content Creation Lab

Students create short-form videos, story-driven content, and digital campaigns.

4–6 weeksCapCut • Canva • Pixlr

Lab: $150–$250 • Camp: $200–$350

Digital Design Lab

Branding, layout, campaign graphics, posters, and visual communication projects.

4–6 weeksCanva • Pixlr

Lab: $150–$275 • Camp: $250–$400

Teen student recording audio for a podcast

Podcasting & Audio Production Lab

Podcast episodes, voiceovers, audio storytelling, and soundtrack work for projects and videos.

4–6 weeksCapCut • recording tools

Lab: $150–$275 • Camp: $250–$400

Coding & Development Labs

Programming Foundations Lab

Logic, sequencing, coding foundations, and problem-solving for beginner coders.

4–6 weeksScratch • guided coding

Lab: $175–$300 • Camp: $300–$500

Web Development Lab

Students build portfolios and websites using beginner-friendly templates or HTML/CSS foundations.

4–6 weeksGoogle Sites • Canva • VS Code

Lab: $175–$300 • Camp: $300–$500

App Development Lab

Students explore app logic, interface planning, and beginner app design workflows.

4–6 weeksUI planning • app logic tools

Lab: $175–$300 • Camp: $300–$500

Game Design Lab

Playable game projects focused on mechanics, storytelling, level flow, and interactivity.

4–6 weeksScratch • CoSpaces • optional Godot

Lab: $175–$300 • Camp: $300–$500

Immersive, Engineering & Applied Labs

Immersive Systems Lab

AR/VR world-building, simulations, coding, and interactive digital storytelling.

4–6 weeksCoSpaces EDU

Lab: $200–$400 • Camp: $350–$600

Systems & Smart Tech Lab

Students model smart cities, connected systems, workflows, and future-tech environments.

4–6 weeksCoSpaces • systems modeling

Lab: $200–$350 • Camp: $350–$550

Students working on robotics and engineering activities

Robotics & Engineering Lab

Circuits, simple automation, sensors, and applied engineering builds.

4–6 weeksArduino • Tinkercad Circuits

Lab: $200–$375 • Camp: $350–$550

3D Design & Printing Lab

Students design products, toys, props, and prototypes for 3D printing.

4–6 weeksTinkercad • 3D printing

Lab: $200–$350 • Camp: $300–$500

Blocks Engineering Lab

Hands-on engineering and build challenges using physical block and LEGO-style systems.

4–6 weeksPhysical build systems

Lab: $150–$250 • Camp: $250–$400

Students collaborating on a creative business project

Digital Entrepreneurship Lab

Branding, campaign planning, digital products, and project-to-market thinking.

4–6 weeksCanva • CapCut

Lab: $200–$400 • Camp: $350–$600

STEAM Exploration Lab

Foundational build-create-explore experiences for younger learners and adapted pathways.

4–6 weeksHands-on STEM • guided exploration

Lab: $125–$225 • Camp: $200–$350

Students using laptops for digital publishing work

Research & Digital Publishing Lab

Students investigate topics, create visual articles, and publish portfolio-ready digital work.

4–6 weeksCanva • web publishing tools

Lab: $150–$250 • Camp: $250–$400

Quarter bundles

Lab bundles for schools, pods, and seasonal implementation.

Bundles combine 2–4 labs into a quarter or short program. They are ideal for microschools, homeschool co-ops, enrichment blocks, and summer sequences.

Media & Content BundleQuarter pricing: $600–$1,500 per classroom

Content Creation, Podcasting, Digital Design, and Research & Digital Publishing.

Best for: digital storytelling, school media, portfolio work

Includes labs, project work, and portfolio presentation

Software & Development BundleQuarter pricing: $700–$1,500 per classroom

Programming Foundations, Web Development, App Development, and Game Design.

Best for: coding pathways and technical creativity

Includes labs, guided project cycles, and portfolio outcomes

Immersive Technology BundleQuarter pricing: $800–$1,500 per classroom

Immersive Systems, Systems & Smart Tech, Digital Design, and Game Design.

Best for: XR, simulation, and interactive design

Includes immersive projects and applied experience

Engineering & Maker BundleQuarter pricing: $800–$1,500 per classroom

Robotics, 3D Design, Blocks Engineering, and Systems & Smart Tech.

Best for: makerspaces, engineering blocks, and design-build cycles

Includes hands-on build projects and systems practice

Foundations BundleQuarter pricing: $600–$1,300 per classroom

STEAM Exploration, Blocks Engineering, Programming Foundations, and Digital Design.

Best for: elementary and adapted middle pathways

Includes foundational labs and guided entry-level projects

ADF BundleQuarter pricing: $1,200–$1,400 hybrid per classroom

Adapted STEAM Exploration, Immersive Systems, Digital Design, and Intro Programming.

Best for: neurodiverse learning environments and dyslexia-friendly implementation

Includes scaffolded supports, visuals, and project-based routines

Programs & pathways

Programs are organized as studio pathways, not just standalone bundles.

Technology & Systems Design is the full pathway framework, with specialized pathways branching in the upper grades. Applied Digital Foundations is the parallel scaffolded pathway for neurodiverse and visual-first learners.

Elementary students engaged in STEAM exploration

STEAM Exploration Studio

For ages 6–9. A guided elementary pathway built around exploration, building, creative technology, and introductory interactive design.

Labs: STEAM Exploration, Blocks Engineering, Immersive Systems, Digital Design

Capstone: interactive build showcase

Use cases: elementary enrichment, camps, homeschool pods, lower school studio blocks

Semester pricing: $1,800–$2,800 hybrid per classroom

Middle grade students learning interactive technology

Technology & Systems Design Foundations

For ages 9–12. A middle years feeder program centered on digital literacy, coding logic, simulations, systems thinking, and interactive design.

Labs: Programming Foundations, Game Design, Immersive Systems, Systems & Smart Tech

Capstone: interactive simulation or smart system project

Program focus: digital literacy, coding logic, collaboration, systems thinking

Semester pricing: $1,800–$3,200 hybrid per classroom

High school students in advanced technology pathway

Technology & Systems Design (TSD)

For ages 13–17. This is the studio’s full high school pathway framework. Students begin with broad technology foundations, then move into specialized pathways such as Programming & Web, Digital Design, Game/XR, and Engineering.

Foundation sequence: Digital Information Technology → Discovering Computer Science or Game & Simulation Foundations

Specialized pathways: Programming & Web, Digital Design, Game/XR, Engineering

Capstone: portfolio, simulation, web product, engineering prototype, or advanced interactive system

Semester pricing: $2,500–$4,000 hybrid per classroom

TSD should be presented as the umbrella pathway, with the specialized tracks shown underneath rather than as totally separate unrelated programs.

Students learning in a scaffolded digital classroom

Applied Digital Foundations (ADF)

A scaffolded pathway for learners who benefit from lower-text, visual-first, project-based, and neurodiverse-friendly instruction.

Progression: Applied Digital Foundations I → Applied Digital Exploration → Applied Interactive Systems → Applied Digital Applications

Core labs: Adapted STEAM Exploration, Immersive Systems, Digital Design, Intro Programming, Media & Applied Projects

Capstone: guided interactive portfolio project

Semester pricing: $2,500–$4,000 hybrid per classroom

Students exploring specialized technology pathways

TSD Specialized Pathways

Upper-pathway specializations can be marketed as pathway clusters within the larger TSD framework.

Programming & Web: Programming Foundations, Web Development, App Development

Digital Design: Digital Design, Content Creation, Research & Digital Publishing

Game / XR: Game Design, Immersive Systems, Systems & Smart Tech

Engineering: Robotics, 3D Design, Systems & Smart Tech, Blocks-to-Maker progression

Students producing media and entrepreneurial projects

Media & Entrepreneurship Studio

An optional studio pathway for creator-focused learners who want brand, media, publishing, and digital storytelling experiences.

Labs: Content Creation, Podcasting & Audio Production, Digital Design, Digital Entrepreneurship

Capstone: personal brand, media campaign, or digital showcase

Semester pricing: $2,000–$3,500 hybrid per classroom

Laissez Fair DIGITAL ACADEMY

A Montessori-inspired learning community offering personalized academics, hands-on STEAM electives, and enrichment experiences that prepare modern learners to create, explore, and thrive.

Laissez Fair Digital Academy is an educational program operated by Laissez Fair Digital Studio LLC.

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Middle school learners exploring immersive technology together during a hands-on STEAM activity.

LFDA Overview

LFDA blends academic learning with creative technology in a studio-inspired format. Learners experience CoreWorks academic support alongside TechQuest STEAM enrichment while growing digital literacy, project skills, and independent thinking.

The program is built for flexible placement, differentiated instruction, and partnership with families seeking a thoughtful blend of academics and technology learning.

CoreWorks

Academic learning, individualized support, differentiated instruction, literature, mathematics, science, social studies, Spanish, and structured academic progress.

CoreWorks supports learners with scaffolded lesson sequences, small-group work, and intentional academic routines.

TechQuest

STEAM enrichment through coding, robotics, engineering, maker design, immersive technology, game design, digital media, and portfolio projects.

TechQuest is built around studio-style learning, creative technology labs, and project-focused exploration that connects to the academic day.

Seasonal Program

Get ready for the new school year through creative, hands-on learning.

The LFDA Back-to-School Intensive gives learners an opportunity to explore creative technology, digital design, STEAM projects, collaborative activities, and structured studio experiences before the regular school year begins.

Register for the Back-to-School Intensive

CoreWorks + TechQuest

$9,000 per year

TechQuest Only

$5,500 per year

CoreWorks Only

$5,000 per year

Materials fee

$500 to secure placement

Step Up for Students

Qualifying families may use eligible Step Up for Students scholarship funding toward approved LFDA services when available. Contact LFDA for current scholarship and payment guidance.

LFDA enrollment process

Review the LFDA program options
Complete the LFDA Enrollment Form
Speak with the LFDA team
Review placement, tuition, and scholarship arrangements
Complete the enrollment agreement and required payments

Submitting the enrollment form allows the LFDA team to learn more about your child and begin discussing program fit, placement, tuition, and available scholarship arrangements.

A Day at LFDA

A balanced day of technology, academics, movement, and meaningful work.

LFDA learners begin the day in TechQuest Lab, where they explore coding, engineering, digital design, immersive technology, and project-based learning. After the midday transition, learners continue into CoreWorks for differentiated academics, literature, science, social studies, Spanish, and applied learning.

9:00 AM–12:00 PM TechQuest Lab

Studio-based project learning in technology, design, and creative production.

12:00 PM–12:30 PM Lunch and Midday Transition

Learners pause for lunch, reset materials, socialize, and prepare for the afternoon academic block.

12:30 PM–3:00 PM CoreWorks Lab

Focused academic learning, inquiry, and applied work in language, math, science, social studies, and Spanish.

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9:00–9:15 AM Class Meeting and Announcements — Learners organize materials, review priorities, and set goals.

9:15–9:45 AM Interactive Lesson — A short presentation, tutorial, guided activity, or discussion.

9:45–10:45 AM Guided Project Work — Learners apply the lesson through coding, design, building, or research.

10:45–11:00 AM Snack and Movement Break

11:00–11:45 AM Independent or Collaborative Project Work — Continued development, testing, revision, and progress sharing.

11:45–12:00 PM Reflection, Project Sharing, and Clean-Up — Learners save work, organize equipment, and set the next goal.

TechQuest projects generally develop across four-to-six-week lab units, allowing learners to move from guided instruction into planning, development, testing, revision, presentation, and portfolio documentation.

View CoreWorks Rhythm

12:30–12:45 PM Academic Launch — Mental math, vocabulary, journaling, current events, or real-world questions.

12:45–1:10 PM Whole-Group Mini-Lesson — Presentation, demonstration, or shared academic discussion.

1:10–1:50 PM Differentiated Work Cycle — Independent, partner, or small-group academic work.

1:50–2:00 PM Movement Break

2:00–2:30 PM Applied Learning Block — Science investigations, writing, research, or project-based work.

2:30–3:00 PM Spanish or Closing Work Block — Spanish on Tuesday/Thursday; reflection and portfolio work Monday/Wednesday.

Weekly academic focus

Monday

Mathematics and Science

Tuesday

Language Arts, Literature, and Spanish

Wednesday

Social Studies, Civics, and Geography

Thursday

Integrated Project-Based Learning and Spanish

Learner differentiation

Lessons and project expectations are differentiated by learner readiness. Michelangelo learners receive additional visual directions, guided examples, planning templates, and step-by-step support, while Da Vinci learners receive extension challenges, deeper analysis, independent research, and opportunities to complete more advanced work.

Age cohorts

Michelangelo Cohort

Ages 10–13

Da Vinci Cohort

Ages 14+

Placement may consider age, readiness, academic needs, learning profile, and program fit.

Social enrichment + open makerspace

Social Makers Lab

A flexible, interest-based makerspace where homeschool and independent learners can meet peers, build friendships, explore shared interests, and collaborate on creative STEAM projects—without changing the academic curriculum their family already uses.

A place to create, connect, and belong.

Learners can bring an idea, join a collaborative build, use the computer lab, or explore a new technology alongside other students their age. The emphasis is on positive social connection, creative freedom, teamwork, and hands-on learning.

Open computer lab: coding, digital design, game creation, research, and media projects.

Hands-on making: robotics, engineering, electronics, 3D design, prototyping, and creative builds.

Collaborative projects: learners can work together around shared interests, challenges, and original ideas.

Social enrichment: consistent time with peers helps learners develop friendships, confidence, and teamwork skills.

Flexible attendance

Designed for families using their own curriculum.

Social Makers Lab can complement an existing homeschool program, virtual curriculum, or independent academic plan. Families choose a consistent one-, two-, or three-day schedule, with drop-in attendance available when space permits.

Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–12:00 PM 12:00–3:00 PM 3-hour blocks

Morning participation takes place alongside the TechQuest Lab environment. Afternoon availability and project options may vary by day, enrollment, and space.

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1 Day Per Week

$175/month

One consistent three-hour makerspace block each week.

2 Days Per Week

$300/month

Our main option for consistent projects, stronger peer connections, and time to develop lasting friendships.

3 Days Per Week

$400/month

More time for ongoing builds, deeper exploration, and regular collaboration.

Drop-In Day

$50/day

A single three-hour session, available when space permits.

Sibling rate

Two siblings can attend Social Makers Lab two days per week at a reduced combined monthly rate.

$500/month total

Pricing structure

Flexible implementation for schools, microschools, and homeschools.

Curriculum License

For schools or pods using their own facilitators. Includes modules, guides, project cards, and implementation support.

K–8 semester range: $800–$1,200 per classroom

High school semester range: $1,200–$2,000 per classroom

Hybrid Delivery

Recommended. Laissez Fair Digital Studio teaches part of the program and supports staff with implementation.

K–8 semester range: $1,800–$2,800 per classroom

High school semester range: $2,500–$4,000 per classroom

Full Service

Studio-led delivery for schools or organizations seeking a more complete program implementation model.

K–8 semester range: $3,000–$4,000 per classroom

High school semester range: $4,000–$6,000 per classroom

Self-Paced Curriculum

Designed for Whop, Gumroad, homeschool pods, and independent learners.

Single lab module: $25–$75

Bundle: $75–$150

Program curriculum: $150–$300+

Digital Readiness

Digital skills pathways beyond STEAM Studio.

In addition to K–12 STEAM Studio, the studio offers Digital Readiness programs that support digital confidence, family safety, college and career preparation, and workforce fluency.

Digital Foundations & Security Literacy

Safe browsing, device confidence, email, cloud tools, file management, passwords, 2FA, and scam awareness.

Learner building digital literacy skills on a laptop

Digital Parenting Education

Guidance for families on apps, social media, gaming platforms, digital citizenship, and safety tools.

Parent and child using technology together

College & Career Readiness

Resumes, portfolios, scholarships, professional writing, and exposure to career-connected technology skills.

Students working on college and career planning materials

Workforce Readiness & Emerging Technologies

Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, AI productivity, cloud exposure, CRM awareness, and practical digital workflows.

Professional using digital tools for work and productivity

Why partners choose the studio

Designed for real implementation, not just inspiration.

Project-based

Students build games, websites, campaigns, products, and portfolios instead of only completing passive lessons.

Flexible delivery

Available in person, live online, hybrid, camp format, self-paced curriculum, or licensed school implementation.

Partner-ready

Works for schools, microschools, homeschool pods, libraries, nonprofits, and community education partners.

Credit-aligned

High school pathways can be structured to support elective or CTE-aligned coursework with partner-issued credit.

About LFDS

A founder-led studio with a focus on creative technology and learner-centered implementation.

Kory Ricketts is the founder and Program Director of Laissez Fair Digital Studio. The studio designs STEAM Studio, LFDA, and Digital Readiness programming for schools, microschools, families, and community partners.

LFDS brings practical education planning, digital media experience, and a learner-centered studio model to programs that blend project work, portfolio learning, and real-world technology skills.

Educators collaborating in a creative technology studio environment

Contact

Connect with LFDS for programs and partnerships.

For general inquiries about STEAM Studio, Digital Readiness, or partnership opportunities, use the inquiry form below.

Submit an Inquiry

Direct contact

Kory Ricketts

Phone: (321) 247-9864

Email: kricketts@laissezfairstudio.com

Have questions first? Email Kory for program fit, scheduling, and studio planning.