Help me give my students new video game titles for their physical gaming library.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Marlis's classroom raised $399
This project is fully funded
My Project
The gaming club on our campus exists for competitive esports events, but also maintains a hub for physical media. In an era where most students bury themselves in apps on their phones, our gamers strive to attract others toward congregation and company. Some students bring hardware for the group, while others take advantage of games that they wouldn't otherwise have access to. We have learned over time that it is best to put the burden of ownership on the school rather than any individual student. As such, I make seasonal projects like this to expand our ongoing catalog and add titles that students request.
Providing a physical gaming hub yields community and inclusivity for often marginalized students.
Included in this project are several titles for the Nintendo Switch to appeal to less dominant voices in gaming. The club officers keep a forum for suggestions where students can upvote each other's requests. It also allows them to trach each other's gaming to compete and provide support when it comes to achievement grinding.
Students are able to play at scheduled meetings, plus having games accessible often allows them to spill over in free time when students need to focus on mental health. Our goal as a club has always been to foster mentorship and connections between grades and social groups. Having games available for students to play in real time, cooperate with others through, and borrow when the need arises allows for often underserved groups to transcend traditional school settings.
More than a third of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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