: Events like the High School Video Summit allow students to interact with industry professionals and peers, gaining insights into professional gameday workflows. Resources for Educators
: This initiative links exceptional high school students specializing in event production with job opportunities at colleges and universities nationwide.
In a bright, busy school, there was a classroom known as Room 203. It wasn’t a bad room—just a messy one. Pencils rolled off desks. Voices bounced off the walls. Students felt lost, and the teacher, Ms. Leland, spent more time finding supplies than teaching.
Leo raised his hand. “It’s not a secret. It’s just DAK. Direction. Attention. Kindness. Every classroom has it—they just forget to name it.” dakclassroom
— They practiced a soft chime. One ring meant: Stop. Listen. Look at the speaker. Not in a scary way—in a respectful way. Voices lowered. Ears opened.
For schools, the program is more than just a class; it’s a recruitment and branding tool. It turns every game day into a showcase for student talent, while simultaneously building a career pathway for those interested in the massive industry of live event production.
If you ever feel overwhelmed in a group or classroom, try DAK : : Events like the High School Video Summit
(K and D are nowhere near each other on the keyboard, but they are phonetically distinct enough that voice-to-text might confuse them).
: While Daktronics primarily provides hardware and software (like video boards and control systems), the program helps educators model their technical instruction into formal Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum. Benefits for Students and Schools
By aligning curriculum with real-world workforce needs, DakClassroom helps reduce the skills gap. For employers, these students represent a "day one" workforce solution—professionals who are already comfortable with work-based learning, industry partnerships, and advanced digital displays. It wasn’t a bad room—just a messy one
Here’s a short, helpful story called — inspired by the idea of a calm, organized, and kind learning space (with a playful nod to “Dak” as a teacher or guide).
: This unique program bridges the gap between learning and employment. It connects exceptional high school students with event production jobs at colleges and universities nationwide.