Apr 14, 2020 | Melisa Kaiser, Online Homeschool
Art Projects to do at Home with Kids Do your kids have a little extra time on their hands right now? Here are some fun ideas for art projects to put those little hands to work! I have included ideas that will work with all ages, from toddlers to teens. These are all...
Jun 17, 2019 | Melisa Kaiser, Rigorous Courses
3 Reasons Students Should Travel Research shows that educators consider travel a priority to raise students’ cultural awareness, and they believe that it has a positive impact on students’ lives. As an educator, but also as one who has traveled, I bring you my...
Feb 14, 2019 | Melisa Kaiser, Rigorous Courses
A Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Drafting Project Frank Lloyd Wright called it “organic architecture.” In the early 20th century, Wright developed his style of architecture which emphasized integration with the landscape, use of natural materials, and open, flowing space...
Jun 11, 2018 | Engaging Education, Melisa Kaiser
Using SketchUp in Beginning Architectural Design Prior to SketchUp, “friendly and forgiving” were not words that came anywhere near a conversation about 3D modeling software. Architecture students would spend semesters of their lives in classes solely dedicated to...
Apr 4, 2018 | Melisa Kaiser, Rigorous Courses
Why Study Architecture in High School I was 16 when I decided I wanted to be an architect, but beyond my high school drafting class, I had no idea what an architect actually does. Not to mention my knowledge of what architecture is. I couldn’t imagine much outside of...
Jul 6, 2017 | Excelsior Classes Information, Melisa Kaiser
Architectural Drafting & Design I: An Online Architecture Class Whether you are homeschooling or your public or private school just doesn’t offer this opportunity, your high schooler can take architecture classes online with Excelsior Classes. In Architectural...