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Esports: What and Why October 3, 2019 Esports: What and Why . Esports is competitive video game play . Same structure and benefits as traditional sports ̶ Teamwork, Communication, and Collaboration ̶ Leadership, Critical Thinking, and Creativity ̶ Seasons, Leagues, Weekly Play, and Playoffs . Curriculum, pathways, college scholarships . Pending UIL esports pilot in 2020-2021 . Student Outcome Goal 4 and Local Accountability System . Students, Teachers, and Campus Leaders want it 2 Burleson ISD Fall Esports Invitational . September 7, 2019 at Esports Stadium Arlington . Schools from across the state participated . 50 students from 10 schools . A student from Skyline placed first . A student from Samuel placed third 3 Dallas ISD Esports Team Workshop . September 21, 2019 at Edison Learning Center . 42 secondary schools participated . More than 300 students attended . Presenters included representatives from: Dallas Fuel/Team Envy Esports Performance Academy Esports Stadium Arlington Play Vs Gaming League . Topics included: Sportsmanship Career Paths & College Scholarships Dynamics of a Successful Team Pillars of Esports Performance 4 Dallas ISD Esports Team Workshop 5 Program Design . Middle School Club Leagues ̶ Six-member teams ̶ Games: Rocket League and Super Smash Brothers Ultimate ̶ After school club with two tournament-style competitions, one each semester . High School Competitive Leagues ̶ Six-member teams ̶ Two seasons: October - January & February - May ̶ Games: League of Legends, Rocket League, Super Smash ̶ Games follow weekly schedule, compete against other high school teams ̶ Playoff structure with two tournament-style competitions 6 Budget EXPENSE HS MS TOTAL Season Passes/Licenses 44,640 44,640 89,280 Equipment (one-time cost) 99,000 184,216 283,216 Tournament Fees 21,720 15,720 37,440 (Transportation, Food, Stadium Fees) Incentives 18,000 18,000 36,000 (Jerseys, Lanyards, Badges, Awards) TOTAL COST $183,360 $262,576 $445,936 Based on 60 schools, 120 teams, and 720 students Equipment costs after first year will be $141,608 7 Q & A.
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