Explore the rapidly growing world of academic esports in K-12 education. Designed for school leaders, educators, and esports coaches of all experience levels, this event offers valuable insights into starting, managing, and enhancing scholastic esports programs. Sessions will cover essential topics such as building an esports team, understanding gaming culture, and identifying key campus stakeholders. Learn about the roles of coaches and directors, the benefits of esports for students, and how to develop a mission, philosophy, and code of conduct for your program. Discover strategies for integrating esports technology, equipment, and spaces within your school, while balancing costs and maximizing student engagement. The summit also explores critical issues such as game appropriateness, competition leagues, streaming, and mental health considerations, along with practical advice on health, posture, and fitness training to improve performance. Gain insights into CTE pathways for student success, including college scholarships and academic growth through esports. Featuring real-world case studies, this summit offers actionable strategies, networking opportunities, and expert guidance to help you create inclusive, impactful, and future-ready esports programs. Whether you're a novice or an expert, the Esports Leaders Summit provides everything you need to embrace this exciting trend and transform the student experience. BYOD.