DakClassroom Curriculum Expands with New Course Offerings
Daktronics is proud to announce a major expansion to its innovative educational program, DakClassroom, with the launch of a second course offering designed to deepen students’ skills in live event production. With over 220 schools across the United States already using DakClassroom to bring real-world media and AV technology into the classroom, this new development marks a significant milestone in preparing students for careers in broadcasting, digital media, and event production.
9/10/2025
Categories: High School Sports
What is DakClassroom?
DakClassroom is a subscription-based curriculum built to empower educators and students alike. It’s the only video board curriculum of its kind, offering a fully developed, standards-aligned program that supports Career and Technical Education (CTE), innovation, and student engagement. Students gain hands-on experience using the same control systems found in collegiate and professional sports venues, learning not just theory, but how to run the show.
Educators benefit from:
- Ready-to-use teaching guides, lesson plans and simulations
- Expert coaching sessions from a network of event production professionals and peers
- Access to exclusive member videos and the annual Daktronics Video Summit
- A nationwide educator community for collaboration and support
Students benefit from:
- Hands-on experience with professional-grade equipment
- Crew Connect opportunities to build resumes and portfolios
- Completion certificates and a yearly showcase recognition for outstanding work
Introducing Two Course Options
DakClassroom now offers two distinct course packages to meet the needs of schools and students at different levels of experience:
A perfect starting point for schools new to live event production.
Foundations Includes:
- 2 Educator Licenses
- 41 Foundations Lessons
- Classroom-ready lesson plans, interactive activities, assessments
- Student Completion Certificate
- Eligibility for Student Showcase Program
- Full access to Daktronics Video Summit
- Educator Community Space
- 2 Expert Coaching Sessions per year
- Crew Connect access
This foundational course introduces students to video board operations, broadcasting principles, sponsorship, and the basics of live event production.
For schools ready to take their program to the next level.
Foundations + Production includes everything in Foundations, plus:
- 4 Educator Licenses
- 38 Additional Production Lessons (79 total lessons)
- Classroom-ready Lesson Plans, Interactive Activates, Assessments, and More for Two Courses
- Advanced hands-on activities in event content creation, show running, and production strategy
- 2 Additional Expert Coaching Sessions per year (4 total)
This bundle builds on the foundational knowledge and gives students real-world experience in leadership and advanced production techniques.
Why It Matters
Schools across the U.S. are using DakClassroom and the program is proving to be a game-changer in event production education with many successful stories of student going onto careers in the field.
It takes the pressure off busy educators by providing a complete, ready-to-use curriculum and expert support. Schools gain a competitive edge in innovation, while students build career-ready skills, confidence, and hands-on experience, whether they’re preparing for college or stepping directly into the workforce.
We're investing in a class where our students can graduate from here and move onto college and possibly get an internship. Daktronics is in most of these college and professional sports.
Dr. Ryan Moody
Principal, Asheboro High School
By offering two course options, Daktronics is making it easier than ever for schools to choose the right fit for their students and give them a front-row seat to the world of live event production.
Ready to bring DakClassroom to your school?
Explore the curriculum and see how your students can start running the show and elevate.