North Bergen Science
Issue #14 March 2020
TechSpo 2020 This year, Dr. Keshishian and Dr. Solter presented at Techspo in Atlantic City on January 31st about the success of the North Bergen eSports program and how a grass root league was formed. In a standing room only session, multiple administrators and technology coordinators from around the state came to the presentation to see if this is a viable option for their districts. The presentation discussed all aspects of eSports including where/how to compete, how to get stakeholders to buy in especially that eSports is nor considered a sport by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association, and budgeting. “The presentation was very successful and it was a pleasure to highlight North Bergen being a trailblazer in eSports” said Dr. Keshishian. After the presentation, Dr. Keshishian has received multiple emails from districts from all over the state requesting our aid and expertise in helping to build a program. “It was a great opportunity and it made me proud to showcase how ahead of the curve we are in North Bergen” said Dr. Keshishian. The Bruins are preparing for their next season at the Helix and look forward to expanding the program.
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