Esports from Kindergarten to College and Beyond

I am a virtual mathematics lead teacher and Esports coach with Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy for whom I've been working with for 4.5 years now. I currently teach Algebra 2 and Advanced Math with experience in ACT Prep as well. I built our schools Esports program from the ground up and now compete with other virtual schools around the nation and state. When I'm not playing video games/teaching students you will find me roller skating around town or painting Warhammer figurines while listening to whatever music Spotify recommends me.

Doug is a passionate educator, designer, writer, speaker, and leader. He currently serves as the National Esports Manager at CDW Education. Doug focuses on acting as a connecting point between people, ideas, and solutions. He has worked with some of the largest districts in the country on their deployment of devices, instructional technology, strategic planning, STEM/makerspace, and esports programs. On his education journey, he has served in both urban and suburban school districts as a teacher, coach, assistant principal, school district administrator, and state education organization leader. He hosts a podcast and series on YouTube called Focus on EDU.

As an Esports & STEAM Coordinator for a large school district with 74,000 students, I have the privilege of developing innovative tech programs for all grade levels. My passion is networking with industry partners and assisting other districts in replicating our district wide programs. As my side gig, I work alongside i2e as a Professional Learning Specialist helping districts create Minecraft Esports Leagues and as an Ambassador for Generation Esports assisting districts implement esports curriculum. I’m a total geek who loves superheroes and Star Wars. Come find me, let’s chat all things esports.