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Empowering
Students For Life Through Gaming
End Social Isolation In Your School
1Up EDU prepares educators to mentor marginalized students through gaming clubs that promote social and emotional skills, forge lifelong relationships, and help students find a pathway for life.
Our professional development programs activate CASEL's 5 Core Competencies, enabling your students to connect, play, and grow into active members of society.
Connect At-Risk
Students
Connecting at-risk students through gaming with friends offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful ways, fostering collaboration, communication, and critical thinking. By integrating gaming into educational settings, we create supportive environments where students can build confidence, develop essential skills, and form positive connections with peers and mentors, leading to improved academic and social outcomes.
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Empower Educators
as Mentors
A mentor can significantly influence young people by playing games with them in schools, creating a positive and engaging environment that encourages learning and growth. Through shared gaming experiences, mentors can build trust, teach valuable life skills, promote teamwork, and provide guidance, all while making learning enjoyable and accessible. This connection helps students develop confidence, resilience, and a sense of community, ultimately fostering their academic and personal success.
Promote Social
Emotional Learning
Playing games in school can lead to the development of lifelong social-emotional skills by providing students with opportunities to practice teamwork, communication, empathy, and problem-solving in a fun and engaging context. Through gaming, students learn to navigate social dynamics, manage emotions, and build resilience, which are essential skills for personal and professional success throughout their lives.
Level Up With
STEAM Projects
Gaming clubs and gaming culture provide a dynamic platform for students to explore STEAM concepts in a hands-on, immersive environment, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while promoting a passion for learning and innovation. Whether you build a PC or create a club Discord, the sky is the limit when it comes to STEAM activities.
Activate School
Culture
Gaming clubs can positively impact school culture, attendance, and behavior by creating an inclusive and engaging environment where students feel connected and motivated. These clubs foster a sense of community, improve student attendance by making school more enjoyable, and encourage positive behaviors through teamwork, cooperation, and shared goals. Ultimately, gaming clubs can transform the school experience, making it more vibrant and supportive for all students.
Practice Social
Philanthropy
A mentor can promote community-based social philanthropy through a gaming club by encouraging students to channel their passion for gaming into positive community initiatives. By organizing charity events, fundraising tournaments, and collaborative projects, mentors can inspire students to use their gaming skills for the greater good, fostering a sense of social responsibility and community engagement.
The Need For SEL Mentoring is Clear
1Up EDU and the Video Game Clubs of America have teamed up to create a certification program for teachers that focuses on using games to promote social emotional skills, support marginalized students, and build inclusive, thriving learning communities.
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Mrs. Delaney's Story
“ We focused on recruiting 1st-3rd grade students who struggled with social interactions. We meet every Monday after school and have learned about sportsmanship and how to be a good friend. The kids have built a strong sense of community with the older students and it makes me feel good to be a part of this program.”
Chantelle Delaney
Hamilton ES
Lancaster, PA
Standards In Action
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We're excited to collaborate with passionate individuals and organizations to create enriching experiences for young people. Setup an appointment for more information, and let's work together to make a positive impact in the lives of children through the power of gaming.
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