LONGVIEW, Texas (RPESS RELEASE) - Longview ISD celebrated the opening of its Lobo Gaming and Digital Science Esports Arena at LEAD Academy High School with a ribbon cutting, introducing a space where students can compete on screen, produce the broadcast behind it and share their work with classrooms across the district.

Longview ISD opens esports arena built to connect students across campuses(Longview Independent School District)The arena brings competitive gaming, digital media and live production together as part of the district's Gaming Science and Digital Media magnet pathway.

Professional cameras, audio equipment, lighting and broadcasting capabilities give students opportunities to learn both in front of the camera and behind the scenes."A student's interest in gaming can open the door to something they have never considered, whether that is producing a broadcast, creating digital content or leading a team," said Jeremy Stout, Longview ISD's director of esports and digital media.