Courtesy of Julian R. Johnson Well, we did it – to all the parents that are new to this distance learning thing with their children. Job well done! Week one is in the bag, and I must admit, it wasn’t nearly as bad as I thought it would be. There are a lot of parents who have turned to homeschooling their children even before this lockdown, so they have a slight advantage … [Read more...]
Minecraft Summer Camp
Minecraft isn't just a game. It’s a perfect platform for aspiring game designers to learn problem-solving, practice critical thinking, test logic skills, and implement level design strategies. In this camp, students will take control of their world with command blocks and Redstone machines. They will fine-tune their understanding of wiring and logic gates while working … [Read more...]
Filmmaking Summer Camp
In this camp, students will experiment with different styles of filmmaking based on some of cinema’s legendary directors, like Alfred Hitchcock and Tim Burton. They will explore key concepts of filmmaking including storytelling essentials, camera anatomy and function, location scouting, script writing, film editing, and critical analysis. Students will study some of the … [Read more...]
Family Fridays: April
Spring has officially sprung in the Nonahood! If you’re looking for some ways to have fun with your family and children this season, we here at Nonahood News have a couple of suggestions. Checking your local parks The Nonahood is rich with fun, family-style entertainment. We’ve not reached the peak of the heat here in Central Florida, so you still have time to enjoy the … [Read more...]
NonaVentures: Blue Man Group
We all have that one friend who is a die-hard adrenaline junkie who loves to discover their next greatest adventure. That friend is me… This feature is all about uncovering Lake Nona and Orlando’s greatest activities, especially if you enjoy living life on the edge! This month, I found myself rushing through massive crowds with Andrew in Universal’s CityWalk to get to the … [Read more...]