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MiHSEF Coaching Summit 2026 — The Full Build: Engineering a Sustainable Program. August 14, 2026, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, $25, 5.25 SCECHs. Kent ISD Conference Center, Grand Rapids, MI.
The Full Build session topics: Student Retention, Getting and Keeping Coaches, Streaming Games, Running a Tournament, Fundraising, Working with Special Ed Students, Working with Middle Schoolers, College Recruitment, Running it All, Getting Students Involved. Games sessions: Smash Bros, Rocket League, Valorant.
Professional Development

The Full Build

Engineering a Sustainable Program

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Date
August 14, 2026
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Time
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
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Cost
$25
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SCECHs
5.25
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Location
Kent ISD Conference Center
📍 Kent ISD Conference Center
1633 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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8:30Doors Open
Check-In
9:00 – 9:50Opening Session
MiHSEF and Fenworks News
10:00 – 10:50Breakout 1
Main Room
Student & Coach Retention / Engagement
Side Room 1
Kyle and John's Session
Side Room 2
Fundraising for Your Program
11:00 – 11:50Breakout 2
Main Room
Social Media — Presentation & Uses
Side Room 1
Running a Tournament
Side Room 2
Working w/ Middle School Students
🍽️ 12:00 – 12:50 — Lunch
1:00 – 1:50Breakout 3
Main Room
Smash
Side Room 1
Rocket League
Side Room 2
Valorant
2:00 – 2:50Breakout 4
Main Room
Streaming Games Effectively
Side Room 1
Running a Program by Yourself
Side Room 2
Working w/ SE Students
3:00 – 3:50Closing Session
College Recruiting

What You'll Learn

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Program Growth
Strategies for building and expanding your school's esports program from the ground up.
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Student Retention
Keep students engaged season after season with proven retention techniques.
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Community Engagement
Build support from administration, parents, and the broader school community.
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Career Connected
Connect esports to career pathways in technology, media, and business.

Questions? Reach out at info@mihsef.org

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