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Surprises Lawrenceburg
Students with $20,000
ESports Arena Upgrade
Lawrenceburg, Indiana
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Thanks to altafiber, Lawrenceburg High School now has a brand new e-sports gaming arena. Through altafiber's Elevating Education Technology Grant, the school was awarded $20,000 to support the e-sports program. This grant also included a classroom featuring 13 new gaming stations with CORSAIR desktop computers, keyboards and monitors and two large televisions in the classroom.
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In Lawrenceburg High School, 30 student athletes compete during fall and spring seasons. Gaming can provide a boost in self-esteem, provides teamwork opportunities, and provides a safe and inclusive environment for students.
"Esports have been around for a very long time. They're so important for kids that are looking for alternative sports. They also provide education opportunities. There's a lot of colleges now offering scholarships for Esports."