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Welcome to FCHS Esports

We are a community dedicated to self-improvement and loyalty. Come and join us.

Benefits of Esports in Education

    • Esports can be a powerful tool for engaging students who may not be traditionally motivated by traditional classroom settings. 
    • The competitive nature and interactive elements of esports can make learning more enjoyable and increase student participation.
    • Studies have shown that students involved in esports may experience improved attendance and grades, potentially due to increased engagement.

    • Esports requires and fosters teamwork, communication, and collaboration, as players must work together to achieve a common goal.
    • Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and quick decision-making are essential for success in many esports titles, skills that are transferable to various academic and real-world situations. 
    • Esports also promotes sportsmanship, respect for opponents, and the ability to handle both success and failure, which are valuable social-emotional learning skills. 
    • Students learn to adapt their communication styles, convey information concisely, and manage their time effectively, all of which are beneficial in academic presentations and job interviews. 

    • Esports can serve as a gateway to STEM fields by sparking students' interest in technology, programming, and other related areas. 
    • Many esports careers involve roles in game design, streaming, broadcasting, and event management, providing students with diverse career pathways. 
    • Esports can also prepare students for careers that require digital literacy, problem-solving, and teamwork, which are highly sought after in today's digital economy. 

    • Esports provides a platform for students to connect with peers who share their passion for gaming, fostering a sense of belonging and reducing social isolation. 
    • Through teamwork and competition, students develop social skills, learn to cooperate, and build strong relationships with their teammates. 
    • Esports can create a more inclusive environment where students who may not otherwise interact with each other can find common ground and build friendships. 

Fall Titles

Super Smash Bros, League of Legends, Splattoon, NBA 2K

Spring Titles

Super Mario Kart, Rocket League, Madden, Hearthstone