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Students and staff say district Scholastic Esports program boosts attendance, skills and college pathways
Summary
Orange Unified students and staff told the board that a districtwide Scholastic Esports program has strengthened belonging, improved attendance and opened CTE and college pathways; staff presented data and a Portola Middle School intervention showing attendance gains among chronically absent students.
Students, teachers and district officials presented evidence and personal testimony at the Orange Unified School District board meeting on May 9 that the district’s Scholastic Esports program is producing educational and social benefits for participating students.
"Esports has been a very impactful part of my life," said Julian Yenger, an OUSD student, who described finding community and career direction through the program. Staff presenters, including Christina Lin, executive director for technology and student achievement, and Randy Colson, Administrator of Educational Technology, said participation is associated with higher attendance and slightly better GPAs compared with nonparticipants.
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