Today is the day!
Our collective is not about traditional courses, but about creating living, breathing community spaces where learning, growth, and opportunity intersect. We’re building a dynamic platform that offers real-time connections, skill development, and collaborative experiences.
Education and work look/hit differently in a global tech economy! Understanding who you are, your skills and learning to capitalize from your talents before they do is key to designing a life you love!
Take control get involved and connected with our Community of Learners today.
DALC Course Descriptions
At LHTM, we assist learners/creatives/talent in discovering their value and then learning to finesse their talent.
Core Offerings
- Community Meet-Ups and Live Opportunities
- Schedule: Consistent sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Focus Areas:
- Audition Submission Workshops
- Modeling Boot Camp Live Sessions
- Self-Directed Education (SDE) BootCamps & Journey Circles
- Career Exploration A World Of Exploration
- Book Club & Film Club Learn & Discover in a Creative and Fun Way
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Discovery Zone: Becoming SDE
Career Exploration
Open Campus: Independent Studies
Discovery Zone: Becoming SDE
Now that you have the freedom to lead your learning, what do you do as a teen or a young-adult? Where do you begin? How do you lead your learning and stay motivated?
APRIL 2025
SELF-PACED COURSE
Discovery Zone: Becoming SDE course
LIVE OPPORTUNITIES ~ VIA PATREON: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s @ 11am – 7pm EST/EDT
Welcome to the community!
DALC’s Discovery Zone: Becoming SDE! 🌟
🚀 This is where it starts.
✨The Discovery Zone is all about exploring who you are—your interests, learning style, personality, and passions. Through fun prompts, simple assessments, and reflective challenges, you’ll uncover your unique way of moving in the world.
📚 This course builds self-trust, sparks curiosity, and sets the foundation for everything that comes next.
🌌 Discovery Zone acts as a buffer, providing ample room for learners to stretch their wings, bask in the sun of endless possibilities, and let their thoughts wander through the universe.
🗣️ Here, we support learners in language and empower them to confidently embrace their autonomy.
So, come on in, pull up a seat, and let your imagination soar to new heights! 🌈✨
Career Exploration
APRIL 2025
SELF-PACED COURSES
LIVE OPPORTUNITIES ~ VIA PATREON: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s @ 11am – 7pm EST/EDT
🌟 Embrace the journey into ‘Career Exploration: Industry Career Choices,’ where adventure meets diverse opportunities! 🌟
🚀 There’s more out there than you’ve been told.
🎨🎶 From the creative arts to tech, media, trades, and entrepreneurship—this course opens the door to career paths you may have never heard of. 💫
🎥Explore roles like production assistant, gaffer, editor, stylist, casting coordinator, and more.
📈We connect dreams to real jobs, and creativity to practical steps.💼
✨ Whether you seek the spotlight or prefer to work behind the scenes, this journey is yours.
🌎 Join us for an exploration tailored to your uniqueness.
Your path to success begins here! 🌟🚀
Open Campus: Independent Studies
2025/2026
SELF-PACED COURSE AVAILABLE ~ VIA PATREON: CONTINUED OPEN STUDIES
When: Open Campus: Throughout the Week – Monday, Wednesday & Friday
🌟 Open Campus – where your learning adventure knows no bounds! 🌆
INDEPENDENT STUDIES: Our Open Campus Collective
This is our open space for learners to study, build, and grow on their own terms—with support.
🚀 Whether you’re working on a certification, building a business, or just trying to finish that idea you started—DALC provides the community, accountability, and flexible environment you need to move forward.
📚 Flex Your Curiosity: On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, it’s your time to shine. Dive into independent studies, SDE Project-led pod days, or explore the world right in your own city.
🌍 City Explorers: Explore your own city! Find the gems 💎
🕵🏽♀️Research & More: Look up all that you’re curious about! Dive deep into research, learn about what truly fascinates you, and engage with your family in exciting explorations.
Open Campus is all about YOU – your passions, your interests, and your freedom to learn in a way that lights up your world. 🌟
So, are you ready to take the reins of your education and make it an unforgettable experience? We support your journey with fun challenges and prompts to help generate ideas, you have the option to engage or naw!
Let’s explore, create, and learn together at Open Campus!
🌆#OpenCampusAdventures #ExploreCreateLearn #DALCLife
DALC Workshops
Welcome to a new kind of learning.
For over 25 years, we’ve supported creatives, homeschoolers, and self-directed learners in discovering their gifts and designing their futures—with confidence, skill, and purpose.
Our courses are self-paced, but we also meet LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday to connect, reflect, and grow in community.
Our workshops, bootcamps & self-paced course support you, whether you’re just getting started or leveling up, you’re in the right place.
DALC introduces an array of industry career choices to bring awareness and broaden the lens of understanding of what’s available in the way of options for career exploration. Allowing learners to make informed choices based on their gifts, skills and talents.
We RECOMMEND Learners & Dreamers In-Action attend ongoing workshops to advance their creative interests.
Industry Career Workshops are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Industry Career Workshop Series
Entrepreneurship/Business 101 Workshop Series
Actors Workshop Series: Slate. Action!
Modeling 101 Workshop Series: Exploring My Canvas
Tech World and Job Application Workshop Series
Industry Career Workshop Series
LIVE WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITIES & RECORDED WORKSHOPS ~ VIA PATREON
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Industry Career Workshops Descriptions:
DALC introduces an array of industry career choices to bring awareness and broaden the lens of understanding of what’s available in the way of options for career exploration. Allowing learners to make informed choices based on their gifts, skills and talents.
Industry Career Workshops:
🚀 Weekly workshops, behind-the-scenes insight, and hands-on challenges. We explore careers in entertainment, fashion, tech, media, and entrepreneurship—breaking it all down so you can decide what paths excite you most.
This is where you meet the real world—and get ready for it.
🌟 Dive into a world of hands-on learning, fun challenges, and cutting-edge skills that will set you on a path to success.
🌆 Whether you’re a teen with big dreams or a young adult ready to conquer the industry, our workshops are designed just for you!
💡 Get ready to turn your passion into a profession and make memories that will last a lifetime.
🎉Let’s shape the future together at DALC’s Industry Workshops!
💪🏾 #DALCWorkshops #CreativityUnleashed #FutureMakers
These workshops offer a comprehensive exploration of various roles and responsibilities within the tech-savvy world of media arts and entertainment. From project management, graphic design to video editing, participants gain valuable skills in this ever-evolving field.
Together, we expand our horizons, being equipped with sought-after skills and knowledge required in the media arts and entertainment industry. The workshops are designed to be interactive and immersive. We follow and are guided by experienced professionals who share real-world insights and experiences.
Entrepreneurship/Business 101 Workshop Series
2025/2026
LIVE WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITIES & RECORDED WORKSHOPS ~ VIA PATREON
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays
✨ ENTREPRENEURSHIP 101: Build Something Real
A self-paced workshop series for future business owners, creatives, and hustlers with heart. Learn how to turn your ideas into real businesses, understand how to build a brand, and explore sustainable ways to earn on your terms.💼🚀
Imagine a world where you’re the boss, where your ideas come to life, and where your passions can become your paycheck. That’s exactly what we’re diving into in this workshop – the exciting world of entrepreneurship and business.
Whether you’ve got a killer idea or you’re just curious about how businesses work, this workshop series is your golden ticket. From turning dreams into actionable plans to learning strategies that’ll make your venture stand out, you’ll be equipped with the tools to rock the business world.
We’re not just about lectures and theories. This workshop series is an adventure – a journey that’s as thrilling as launching your very own startup. Get ready for interactive sessions that make you think on your feet, fun challenges that ignite your creativity, and opportunities to team up with fellow aspiring entrepreneurs.
We’re not here to bore you with business jargon – we’re here to spark your passion and show you that entrepreneurship can be a blast. You’ll be brainstorming, creating, and innovating like a pro, all while having a ton of fun along the way.
Oh, and did we mention that confidence is our secret ingredient? By the end of this workshop series, you’ll be walking out with the confidence to turn your ideas into reality. Whether it’s a product, a service, or a unique twist on an existing concept, you’ll be ready to take the business world by storm.
So, if you’re ready to ditch the ordinary and step into the extraordinary world of entrepreneurship, this workshop series is your launchpad. Get ready to dream big, think big, and make your mark in the world of business. Your adventure starts here – are you in? 🌟👔🚀
Actors Workshop Series: Slate. Action!
2025/2026
LIVE WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITIES & RECORDED WORKSHOPS ~ VIA PATREON
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Actors Workshop Series: Slate & Action
Unlock the Theatrics! Potential & Possibilities as a community member!
On-camera training, audition prep, script reading, confidence building, and agency guidance for aspiring actors. Perfect for beginners and emerging talent.🎭🎬
Objective:
This workshop is thoughtfully designed to;
- fuel creativity
- instill confidence
- foster essential skills for aspiring and seasoned actors alike.
Delve into a spectrum of acting styles, grasp industry intricacies, and glean insights from seasoned professionals. Prepare to refine your craft, broaden your horizons, and step confidently into the world of acting.🎬
📣Ready to embrace the spotlight and let your talent shine?
Join us in our Patreon Community and immerse yourself in the transformative world of acting! 🎬
Modeling 101 Workshop Series: Exploring My Canvas

Modeling 101 & Becoming Talent Workshop Series
🌟Embark on a transformative journey into the captivating world of modeling & being talent with our exclusive workshop series.
MODELING 101 & BECOMING TALENT: The Inside Track
This workshop series introduces runway, posing, self-submissions, comp cards, and agency representation—especially helpful for new and underrepresented models.
This artistic series also helps learners explore their personal style, voice, and gifts. Build your personal brand while celebrating your uniqueness as talent and creator.
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💎 Modeling 101 & Becoming Talent – Live Workshop
• Learn runway & posing basics
• Practice self-submissions + comp cards
• Explore agency representation
• Build confidence + industry knowledge
• Great for new & underrepresented talent
• Discover your personal style + voice
• Learn the business side of talent work
• Brand-building + creative confidence
• On-camera exercises + feedback
Our intention is to;
- kindle creativity
- cultivate unshakable confidence
- hone essential skills vital for aspiring models and talents
We unravel the intricacies of the industry, understanding contracts and marketing strategies, refining audition techniques, prioritizing health and well-being, culminating in a grand showcase where individual talents shine brightly.
Join us for an enriching and empowering experience, where your unique canvas is explored, your inner talent nurtured, and your journey to becoming a remarkable model and talent takes flight.
Dive into the world of modeling, discover your canvas, and let your talent unfold!
See you in the community!
Tech World and Job Application Workshop Series
2025/2026
LIVE WORKSHOPS & RECORDED WORKSHOPS ~ VIA PATREON!
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays
TECH WORLD & JOB APPLICATION WORKSHOPS
Where creativity meets tech, and the future meets you.
Hands-on guides to real-world skills: how to apply for jobs, write a resume, practice interviews, and explore tech tools that are shaping today’s job market.
Tech World and Job Application Workshop: This workshop familiarizes participants with the tech world and how it intersects with entertainment careers. Learners gain valuable knowledge about leveraging technology for creative projects and preparing for tech-related job applications.
This hands-on workshop series helps you get job-ready in today’s digital world. We cover real-life stuff—how to fill out job apps, build your resume, prep for interviews, and use everyday tech tools to your advantage.
We also explore how tech and AI are changing the game in entertainment, storytelling, and business. Whether you’re a future content creator, designer, gamer, or just tech-curious—this space is for you.🌐 🎮📱 💡
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In this workshop, you’ll:
• Learn how to confidently apply for jobs
• Build a strong resume + creative portfolio
• Explore tech tools used in content, media, and design
• Understand how AI is changing creative careers
• Discover behind-the-scenes roles in gaming, production, and digital media
• Get support from mentors, peers, and industry guests
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This is more than a class. It’s your backstage pass to the future—where your curiosity and creativity connect with real tools, new jobs, and big dreams.
No experience needed. Just pull up.🌐🔌
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🚀 Don’t miss this chance to level up your tech prowess, unlock new horizons, and shape your career path in this digital age.🎬👾
🌟 Let’s get into it! This thrilling realm where imagination meets innovation, and AI leads us to a future of extraordinary creativity! 💥
#TechAdventures #CreativeTech #FutureEntertainers💥
Creative Clubs & Project Pods – Where Learning Comes to Life
We don’t just teach—we create. These clubs and pods are where we get hands-on, creative, and community-led. You don’t have to be an expert. Just show up ready to grow.
Creative Clubs, Project Pods & Workshops are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Dreamers Circle
Film Club
Book Club
Audition Lounge
Current Events Live
Snowboarding & Ski Club
Soul Space
Dreamers Circle
2025/2026
WHEN: Tuesday & Thursday
Dreamers Circle (formerly Dreamers Club) – Weekly reflection, visioning, and co-working
Enter the vibrant world of DREAMERS🎨🎤🌈🌟
– Where creativity ignites, dreams thrive, and empowerment begins! Tap into your superpowers! 🦸🏽♀️ 🌟🦸🏾♂️
More than a meeting—it’s a movement. The Dreamers Circle is a co-working, community-led space where learners gather to share goals, ideas, support, and dreams. Whether you’re working on a business, a creative project, or a personal breakthrough, this circle gives you the accountability and love to move forward.
This is where dreamers become doers.
Our interactive sessions aren’t just lessons – they’re adventures guiding you to unlock the incredible power within. Through playful challenges and opportunities that spark your imagination, JDC empowers you to dream, plan, and turn those dreams into reality.
Imagine a space where your creative ideas are celebrated, mentorship guides your growth, and workshops fuel your passion.
We nurture your artistic flair, providing tools to shine. With self-directed learning pods, mental health support, and tech devices to fuel your fire, your journey is a mix of growth and fun.
Join us!
Are you ready to be seen, heard, and empowered? Your journey starts here! 🎨🎤🌈
Film Club
All things movies!
Film Club: Where Stories Come to Life
WHEN: Tuesday & Thursday
In our Film Club, we have watch parties and break down what we see—from cinematography to character choices, to how the story made us feel. Whether it’s a documentary, short film, or blockbuster movie, we take what’s on the screen and flip it into real conversation.
In our clubs we:
• Learn in creative, chill ways
• Think deeply without pressure
• Express how stories impact our own lives
• Grow together, like a village
Cultural awareness through film. We travel through time with classics. Exploring history, culture and storytelling through movies in the film club.
We connect the dots and are constantly reminded that learning can happen anywhere—even in a movie scene or a book chapter that stays with you.
Book Club
2025/2026
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
📚 Book Club: Where Stories Come to Life
WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays
In our Book Club, we read (and listen to) powerful books that speak to real-life stuff—culture, dreams, family, love, purpose, and who we are in this world. Sometimes we press play on Audible and let the story flow. Other times, we reflect, laugh, or sit with a line that hits different.
✨ In our clubs we:
• Learn in creative, chill ways
• Think deeply without pressure
• Express how stories impact our own lives
• Grow together, like a village
📚 Our Book Club and Film Club aren’t just about entertainment—they’re immersive learning spaces. These clubs are for those who learn differently, think creatively, and want to engage with the world in deeper, more meaningful ways.
Here, the dots connect when they’re ready. And when they do, they change us.
Village vibes. Real growth. Creative learning.
Audition Lounge
2025/2026
🌟Audition Lounge
WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays
🎬Lights, camera, confidence. The Audition Lounge is a supportive space for new and emerging talent to practice scripts, receive feedback, ask questions, and learn how to self-submit like a pro. Whether you’re camera shy or ready to book your first gig—this lounge is your creative lab.
Perfect for actors, models, voice artists, and curious beginners.
🎥 Lights, Camera, Action.
🎬🌟#CreativeDreamers #LightsCameraInnovation
Current Events Live
2025/2026
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Current Events LIVE
Real-world talk for real-time change. Current Events LIVE is where we unpack what’s happening in the world—from politics and pop culture to education, media, and systems. We center BIPOC voices, invite respectful discussion, and explore how current events impact our lives, dreams, and communities.
This space is honest, educational, and empowering.
Snowboarding & Ski Club

This club is designed to create opportunities to plan snowboarding and ski outings in your area.
We research locations together. Then look into dates and begin plotting and planning our club outings.
You don’t have to own equipment to become a member. Most club members rent ski and snowboard equipment.
Soul Space
Soul Space
WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays
A weekly pause for your soul. Soul Space is where we reflect, breathe, journal, and process the deeper layers of learning and life. Led by Lou Hollis, this gathering is open to anyone who needs a reset, a sacred check-in, or just a quiet space to be human.
Come as you are. Leave a little lighter.
Welcome to Our Virtual Village, Our Community Learning Space!
Welcome to DALC Our Growing Virtual Village, Our Space!
Join us virtually on Tuesdays and Thursdays via Zoom.
Open Campus: Independent Studies on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
We have some exciting happenings this season so check-in on Patreon for our courses, bootcamps, workshops, and clubs to learn, collaborate, chat, check-in, enhance your projects and/or vibe!
Looking forward to seeing you in the virtual village! 🏡💡🌟
DALC Membership & Access Gained: How to Join?
Access
Fees
Admission
How can we assist you?
Access

- Access to our Virtual Community and our Networks
- Access to Unlimted Monthly Live Courses & BootCamps
- Access to Archived Courses
- Access to Video Library
- Access to Curriculum Resources
- Access to Social Activity Clubs
- Access to Workshops
- Access to Entrepreneurial Partnerships Opportunities
- Access to Mentorship,
- Access to Apprenticeship
- Access to Education on Accessing Entertainment Industry Career Opportunities
- Access to One-on-One Support Spaces(A safe space to be held.)
- Access to One-on-One Accountability Partnerships (Strategic planning to accomplish goals and ideas)
(Scholarships and a type of Work study available upon request and qualification. Please inquire for those in need of Scholarships.)
**ALL MEMBERSHIP PAYMENTS ARE MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION BASED. MEMBERSHIP FEES ARE PAID MONTHLY THROUGH PATREON**
Fees
All classes are taught in a group setting.
Registration & DALC Membership
Self-paced courses, bootcamps, workshops and live events are provided, families have the flexibility of participating in as few or as many courses, clubs and/or workshops as they desire. Families are under no obligation to take the full compliment of courses, but instead are able to tailor a schedule to meet your individual learner’s needs.
In order to make our community sustainable there are some fees involved.
DALC MONTHLY TUITION FEE $550 per learner/$750 per family
Below is a sliding scale fee for those who need it. We operate on the honor system.
Teen/Young Adult (*BIPOC) Individual Monthly Membership Fee – $10
Monthly *BIPOC Family Membership Fee – $99
Teen *Co-Conspirator Individual Membership Fee – $250
Monthly *Co-conspirator Family Membership Fee – $350
*Paying MEMBERSHIP — ALL MEMBERSHIPS ARE PAID DIRECTLY THRU PATREON MEMBERSHIP TIER.
*BIPOC – Black, Indigenous, People of Color
*Co-Conspirator – non-BIPOC individual/family investing in the work of educating one self in the disparities of BIPOC peoples. Advocates of amplifying BIPOC voices.
***OUR MEMBERSHIPS ARE VALUED at $1250.00 a MONTH. To eliminate the margin we provide ACCESS to information through education. Through outreach, LHTM is able to offer DALC community members an affordable price.***
*Paying MEMBERSHIP — ALL MEMBERSHIPS ARE PAID DIRECTLY THRU PATREON MEMBERSHIP TIER.
Admission
Let’s dream together!
- Register by Becoming a Member on Patreon: You will then receive a welcome email, a link and notifications of any and all courses, lives, workshops and bootcamps.
- Discover Everything: Access links to courses, clubs, and workshops for vibrant discussions and connections.
Admission is open to teens & young adults learners and their families. DREAMERS Agile Learning Collective is housed under LHTM which acts as a hybrid; a for-profit & a non-profit type organization.
As SDE learners, we are actively modeling, deschooling, and creating the lives we want with our children.
We are a form of community support service: we are your cheerleaders, walking with you through our courses and our workshops as you learn, set goals, plan, conspire, start businesses and dream big as teens and as young adults.
Become a Patreon member for DALC community membership, notifications and participation.
Families Welcome, join and learn together!
Please register through our Patreon membership process.
DALC is a virtual learning community of teens, young adults & families where you can build on your interest and skill sets all while being supported.
How can we assist you?
Maybe we haven’t covered an area that you’d like guidance in.
Please reach out and we will see if and how we can serve you.