Biotemple Learning Studio

Welcome to BioTemple Learning Studio
A space where wonder meets wisdom.

Do you have a curious middle schooler who asks big questions? Do they love exploring science, history, and the natural world through hands-on projects and creative thinking? Are they ready to go beyond worksheets and dive into meaningful, high-level learning that challenges you to think, build, question, and imagine?

You're invited to join a small group of passionate learners for a unique, project-based learning experience.

Led by Bryen Lehto — interdisciplinary artist, scientist, Waldorf educator, and lifelong student of nature and spirit — our sessions are designed to spark your imagination, stretch your thinking, and empower you to take ownership of your learning.

 What we do:

• Investigate real-world problems through guided inquiry

• Build creative projects that connect science, art, and history

• Learn collaboratively in a supportive, small-group setting

• Explore topics like biochemistry, ancient technologies, environmental design, mythology, and more

This is not traditional tutoring. While it is thrpoughly based in Steiner education, this is for students who love thinking outside the box, working with their hands, and bringing ideas to life. If you’re ready to go deep, get curious, and create something real, I’d love to meet you.

 Space is limited. Let’s build something amazing together.

Weekly Schedule

In-Person Learning (1 day/week)

Focus: Science, Nature Study, Art, & Making

• Day: Fridays (or customizable based on group availability)

• Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (4-hour session with lunch/snack break)

• Location: BioTemple Studio, Maui (or designated outdoor/nature locations)

• Activities include:

  • Hands-on science labs & experiments

  • Nature journaling & field observations

  • Ceramics, painting, sculpture, botanical drawing

  • Collaborative art-science integration projects (e.g., building solar ovens, herbal medicine, microscopic art)

Online Learning (Zoom) – 3 Days/Week

Focus: Literature, Writing, Math, Humanities, Independent Projects

• Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

• Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (with 10-min movement breaks each hour)

• Structure: Each day of a block will focus on the subject of the block and then each day will have a skill focus.

  
  

  • Literature & Discussion (Mon) – myth, biography, historical fiction

  • Writing Lab (Tue) – journaling, creative writing, essays, feedback circles

  • Math Explorations (Wed) – place value, geometry, decimals, fractions, games, and real-world math, algebra

  • Independent project mentoring woven throughout

Thursday: Independent Study + Family Flex Day

• Students work on assignments, projects, or creative exploration at their own pace

• Includes optional teacher office hours or 1:1 check-ins by appointment

• Flexibility for family learning, community excursions, or extra rest

Weekly Parent Check-ins

• When: Thursday afternoons or Fridays after class

• Format: 15-minute Zoom or phone call per family

• Purpose:

  • Review progress

  • Share highlights & challenges

  • Align on goals or adaptations

  • Build a trusting learning triad: student–mentor–family