But What Does an Esports Program Look Like?
Seattle Convention Center - 613
So you've started your Esports program...now what? The day-to-day operations of an Esports club will likely be a new experience for program leaders and when you begin your program, there is an overwhelming amount of information to parse through. What does a year 1 program look like vs. a year 6 program? What does "practice" look like in Esports? How do I find student leaders? In this panel, you will hear from coaches and program leaders from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels that can answer these questions and more!
Panel
Esports, Gaming, STEM/STEAM
CTE Educators, Esports Coach(es)
All levels
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Presented by
Teacher
Sedro-Woolley High School
Jason Dilley is a 15 year, National Board Certified CTE educator in the Sedro-Woolley School District. Seven years ago, he developed one of the first esports programs in Washington State and has spent considerable time helping other teachers and schools setup their programs as well. In 2020, Jason along with other educators around the state, formed the Washington State Scholastic Esports Association, a 501(c)3 non-profit designed to facilitate Esports competitions in WA state and support coaches with the formation and continuation of their clubs.
Teacher Librarian
Mt. Baker Middle School
Art Spencer has been in education for over three decades as a third grade teacher, elementary school librarian, and now middle school librarian. As an elementary school teacher librarian he implemented a MakerSpace that used no electronics. He has always been a proponent of educational technology and has given in-service presentations on topics such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office, MakerSpaces, Digital Citizenship, and others. He is passionate about engaging students through technology and now leads middle school esports across Washington state. Besides teaching he enjoys video games, pop culture (especially conventions), and reading.
Innovation Partner & Esports Director
TACOMA SD DISTRICT OFFICE
Cultivating engagement, tapping into creativity, and embracing passion drives how I build programs in education. For 20+ years I’ve been a teacher, an adjunct professor, a district partner, and now leading the Esports program for Tacoma PS. I believe if we work collaboratively and accept that being comfortable with the unknown is part of the process, then redesigning instruction is possible. I am excited for every opportunity to connect with and learn from others who care about what we’re imagining today so others can experience it tomorrow. Let’s be curious, have fun, and transform learning through innovative discovery.