Empowering Texas Through Esports Education

A Strategic Alliance Between Squid Academy and Damascus Gaming

Squid Academy in an exclusive partnership with Damascus Gaming, the leading esports organisation in El Paso, Texas, is committed to transforming esports education across the state by offering fully accredited esports programs tailored for Texas schools and universities.

Our Esports Programs

High School Esports Program

Designed to integrate seamlessly into Texas high school curricula, this program focuses on developing students' skills in gaming, teamwork, and industry knowledge.

Students gain hands-on experience through structured gameplay, tournament participation, and classroom instruction aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards. The program also emphasizes career readiness, digital citizenship, and soft skills like communication, leadership, and time management—making it a holistic educational experience.

Our high school esports program is built to align with TEKS standards and integrates directly into school curricula. Students gain experience through structured gameplay, tournaments, and classroom instruction that foster career skills, leadership, communication, and digital literacy in an engaging, future-ready format.

Pro Esports Training via Damascus Gaming Facilities

Utilizing Damascus Gaming’s state-of-the-art esports venues, we offer professional training programs aimed at nurturing top-tier esports talent.

These facilities replicate the professional esports environment, giving students access to high-performance equipment, coaching from elite players, and competitive scrimmage opportunities. Training modules are customized for individual and team development, focusing on skill mastery, strategy, performance analysis, and mental resilience.

Damascus Gaming’s cutting-edge venues offer a professional environment where students receive elite coaching, access top-tier equipment, and engage in high-level scrimmages. Our custom modules develop individual and team skills, focusing on gameplay mastery, strategic thinking, and the mindset needed for competitive success.

University Esports Program

In partnership with Texas universities, Squid Academy now offers 1-credit and 3-credit esports courses that bring the world of competitive gaming into higher education.

These accredited courses explore key areas such as esports business, event production, team operations, broadcasting, and content creation, giving students a strong foundation in both theory and practice.

Each course is designed to align with university academic standards while offering hands-on experience, including tournament participation, industry guest speakers, and project-based learning. Whether part of a media, tech, or business program, these credit-bearing courses help students turn a passion for esports into real career opportunities.

Why Choose Our Programs?

EAF Accreditation

Our programs are officially accredited by the Esports Accreditation Framework (EAF), ensuring they meet international standards of excellence in esports education.

EAF accreditation not only validates the quality and credibility of our curriculum but also provides schools and students with recognized credentials that enhance post-secondary and career opportunities in the growing esports ecosystem.

Innovative Teaching Methodologies

• We employ a blended learning approach that combines game-based learning, project-based assignments, and mentorship from industry professionals.
• Students participate in both classroom theory and active gaming sessions, where they apply concepts like strategy, teamwork, and communication. Guest speakers, real-world projects, and access to esports events enhance the experience—making learning engaging, relevant, and transformative.

Advanced Technology Integration

Our partnership provides access to cutting-edge tools , including:

Learning Management System (LMS): A user-friendly platform facilitating seamless communication and resource sharing between students and educators.
Tournament Management Platform: Enables schools and universities to organize and participate in structured esports competitions, promoting a healthy competitive spirit.
AI Coaching Systems: Personalized coaching powered by artificial intelligence to help students improve their gameplay and strategic thinking.

The Esports Landscape in Texas

Texas is rapidly emerging as a hub for esports, with growing interest from educational institutions and local communities. However, there remains a gap in structured, accredited esports education. Our partnership aims to fill this void by providing programs that:

Integrate seamlessly into existing educational frameworks.
Offer clear pathways to careers in the esports industry.
Provide professional training environments through Damascus Gaming's facilities.
Facilitate organized esports tournaments and events.

Exclusive Partnership Benefits

As the exclusive regional partner of Squid Academy in Texas, Damascus Gaming is uniquely positioned to deliver these EAF-accredited programs.

This partnership ensures Texas schools and universities have direct access to world-class esports education, professional coaching, and a support network that understands the local educational landscape. Damascus Gaming also serves as a hub for events, mentorship, and community building, creating a unified pathway from classroom to career.

Get Involved with Damascus Gaming Today

If you're an educational institution, government agency, or esports organization in Texas looking to incorporate accredited esports programs into your offerings, we invite you to connect with us. Together, we can empower the next generation of esports professionals.

Join the movement to shape the future of education in Texas. Whether you’re a school, government agency, or esports organization, partnering with Damascus Gaming means access to accredited programs, expert support, and a growing network dedicated to student success through esports education and industry engagement.

Transform Texas Education with Esports

Join us in revolutionizing education through esports. Our world-class programs are specifically designed to empower Texas schools, universities, and organizations with cutting-edge esports education solutions.

Market Leadership

Texas leads the U.S. esports education market with a projected value of $1.8B by 2025, offering immense growth potential.

Educational Integration

Strong alignment with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards, ensuring seamless integration into existing curricula.

Massive Opportunity

Access to over 5.5 million students across Texas, with a rapidly growing gaming and esports ecosystem.