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Friday September 20, 2024
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341515
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REGISTRATION
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Region One Edinburg
REGISTRATION
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Registration
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81/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342434
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Welcome/Opening Panel
8:30 AM - 9:40 AM
Hidalgo County Room
Welcome/Opening Panel
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Opening Session
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4/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342426
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Exhibitor Break/Networking
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM
ESCafe
Exhibitor Break/Networking
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Exhibitor Break/Networking
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2/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342446
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Intech Esports Solutions
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Cameron County Room
A focus on hardware, software, and services needed in an esports program while also discussing how Intech can help. We will also talk about some of the other hardware items that sometimes get overlooked like large format displays for team viewing and network hardware.
Presented by: Intech Southwest Services
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Program Development and Management
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3/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342436
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Culture & Community in Esports: Student's POV
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Hidalgo County Room
Hear from various Science Academy students about the culture of esports on our campus, how it is built and maintained year to year. From our during classtime practice days to after school games both in in-person and virtual to trips across the state for those exciting in-person championship tournaments, learn from the experts what a strong, inclusive, and transformative scholastic esports program provides that you can try on your campus.
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Gaming Culture and Community
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5/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342451
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Power Up and Play: Esports for Game-Changing Engagement in Libraries
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Willacy County Room
Curious about how Esports can transform your library into a dynamic hub of student engagement? Join us as we share the journey of launching our district's first middle school Esports program and tournament. This session will dive into the logistics of planning and executing the event, from recruiting players to managing gameplay and everything in between. Learn how to harness the power of Esports to foster collaboration, strategic thinking, and digital literacy among students. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned gamer, discover how you can bring this exciting Esports programming into your library and level up student participation like never before.
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Program Development and Management
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5/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342449
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Building a Robust Esports Program
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Cameron County Room
Esports is not just playing video games. Just as the traditional sports like football and soccer have televised games with data analysis and live commentary, esports also has a wide range of industry-specific roles which support and bolster esports programs at all levels. In this session, we'll learn what some of the many support roles are available and discuss what they look like at the various level of the K-12 educational ecosystem.
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Scholastic Esports Integration
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9/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342438
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Unlocking Potential: Exploring Scholastic Esports and PlayVS
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Hidalgo County Room
Discover how integrating competitive esports can boost student engagement, teamwork, and strategic thinking. This session explores how PlayVS helps schools build successful esports programs, fostering a sense of belonging for the digital generation. Learn how esports can unlock new opportunities for student success.
Presenter: Jacob Hernandez (PlayVS)
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Competitive Frameworks
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1/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342453
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Establishing a Rocket League Esports Club on Campus
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Willacy County Room
Discover why Rocket League is an ideal game for scholastic esports and how to prepare your team for competition with essential drills, techniques, and team strategies. Learn about the recommended PC hardware for optimal performance and the key steps to starting and growing a successful esports club, complete with helpful resources and contacts.
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Competitive Frameworks
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2/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342423
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LUNCH (On your Own)
11:50 AM - 1:10 PM
Region One Edinburg
LUNCH (On your Own)
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Lunch
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1/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342454
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Gaming PC/Streaming Equipment
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
Cameron County Room
Explore the essential gaming PC and streaming equipment needed for a successful esports experience. This session covers hardware recommendations, setup tips, and best practices to enhance performance and streaming quality. Perfect for educators and coaches looking to optimize their programs!
Presenter: SGT Hugo Flores (Army National Guard)
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Program Development and Management
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3/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342441
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Unlocking Potential: Exploring Scholastic Esports and PlayVS
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
Hidalgo County Room
Discover how integrating competitive esports can boost student engagement, teamwork, and strategic thinking. This session explores how PlayVS helps schools build successful esports programs, fostering a sense of belonging for the digital generation. Learn how esports can unlock new opportunities for student success.
Presenter: Jacob Hernandez (PlayVS)
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Competitive Frameworks
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3/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342455
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Establishing a Rocket League Esports Club on Campus
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
Willacy County Room
Discover why Rocket League is an ideal game for scholastic esports and how to prepare your team for competition with essential drills, techniques, and team strategies. Learn about the recommended PC hardware for optimal performance and the key steps to starting and growing a successful esports club, complete with helpful resources and contacts.
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Competitive Frameworks
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3/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342432
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Exhibitor Break/Networking
2:00 PM - 2:40 PM
ESCafe
Exhibitor Break/Networking
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Exhibitor Break/Networking
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2/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342456
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Making A Competitive Team
2:40 PM - 3:30 PM
Cameron County Room
Learn the key strategies for building a successful competitive esports team. This session will cover team composition, player roles, communication, and fostering a positive team culture. Discover how to create an environment that promotes growth, collaboration, and success in competitive gaming.
Presenter: SGT Hugo Flores (Army National Guard)
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Competitive Frameworks
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1/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342443
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Get Ready to Game! Read More! Play More!
2:40 PM - 3:30 PM
Hidalgo County Room
From a district pilot program to running a friendly tournament with another established district.
This session will focus on program development from no equipment to hosting a friendly dual tournament at end of year one.
Discussion and sharing of the following: Program Structure, Recruitment and Sustainability, Budget and Funding, and Technology Setup.
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Program Development and Management
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7/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342457
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Esports and Commentary
2:40 PM - 3:30 PM
Willacy County Room
Join us as we explore the current state of esports and why it’s crucial for schools to embrace this growing field. We’ll also dive into the exciting world of esports commentary, providing tips, tricks, and insights into how students can develop skills in this area. Learn about the unique opportunities that commentating can offer, from enhancing in-game experiences to opening doors for future careers.
Presenter: Eric Madera (UTRGV, Club Esports)
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Scholastic Esports Integration
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2/300
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Friday September 20, 2024
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342444
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Closing Presentation and Door Prizes
3:40 PM - 4:00 PM
Hidalgo County Room
Door Prizes: Must Be Present To Win!
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Closing Session
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6/300
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