Revolutionizing Education Through Creativity and Collaboration with DS Academy
Education is about creating opportunities—opportunities for students to explore their passions, develop tangible skills, and prepare for success beyond the classroom. While extracurriculars like athletics often achieve these goals, it’s programs outside the playing field that are shaping the future. Enter DS Academy, a groundbreaking initiative born not in a corporate boardroom, but in a vibrant classroom led by an educator at the top of his field.
At the heart of this program’s creation is Don Goble, a decorated educator with decades of experience in teaching and innovation. Don didn’t just write the curriculum for DS Academy—he lived it, developing and refining the program for his own students at Ladue Horton Watkins High School, where it became a monumental success. His work has helped students harness their talents in media, storytelling, and production to unparalleled levels. And now, with Don’s help, Digital Scoreboards is offering this proven curriculum to schools nationwide, opening doors for countless students to excel in the world of sports media, technology, and digital production.
This is more than just a curriculum—it’s the result of a passionate educator sharing a vision for what’s possible when learning meets creativity and collaboration.
The Story Behind Don and DS Academy
Don Goble’s career as an impactful educator is nothing short of extraordinary. Using this coursework, students gain firsthand experience in creating professional-grade broadcasts, news stories, documentaries, commercials, animations, and live scoreboard operations. Don’s classes are living, breathing hubs of innovation, where students produce real content, like digital portfolios and sports media scoreboard videos.
His vision was simple but ambitious—create a space for students to thrive in a fast-evolving digital media landscape. Through this curriculum, students aren’t just learning; they’re preparing for future careers in journalism, broadcasting, media production, and digital branding.
Curriculum Born in the Classroom
DS Academy didn’t begin as a product for schools. It began as a vision for students. Designed and field-tested in Don’s own classrooms, this program grew out of his desire to engage more students in the vibrant world of sports media, regardless of their athletic involvement. The curriculum was created to give students technical skills that matter today, whether they dream of careers behind the camera, designing visuals, creating social media, or telling compelling stories.
Don’s program proved so successful within his school that he saw its wider potential. Students not only mastered skills like filming, editing, graphic design, and live scoreboard operations, but they also gained confidence, pride, and a sense of teamwork. The program created inclusivity by reaching students who might never have considered getting involved in athletics but found their voice through sports media.
Now, with DS Academy, Don is sharing the same successful framework with schools across the country. What makes this program stand out is its foundation—it wasn’t drafted by a scoreboard company looking to expand its offerings. It was built by a teacher whose passion inspired real results for students.
Hands-On Skills for Real Careers
Through DS Academy, students gain practical, career-ready skills that reach far beyond the classroom. The program immerses students in creative media and technology through projects like:
- Filming and Broadcasting: Students learn the essentials of storytelling and production, mastering professional software to create compelling broadcasts.
- Scoreboard Operations: From syncing real-time scores to displaying animations, students take charge of technical operations during live events.
- Graphic Design: Lessons on design and animation challenge students to create visually stunning scoreboard graphics.
- Digital Media Creation: Students explore mobile journalism, commercials, public service announcements, and content designed for online platforms.
These aren’t just theoretical lessons—they’re opportunities to develop skills that can open doors to fields like media production, advertising, sports broadcasting, and marketing. Don has seen firsthand how this curriculum can transform lives, equipping students for a range of creative and technical positions.
A Program for Everyone
One of Don’s greatest accomplishments is the inclusivity of this curriculum. It’s not just for budding filmmakers, athletes, or tech enthusiasts. This program welcomes anyone interested in learning something new and contributing to their school’s story.
Non-athletes who want to be part of the action can find a space here, designing game-day graphics or managing the scoreboard for a packed gymnasium during basketball season.
The program fosters a sense of belonging and pride for every student involved, making it more than an educational tool—it’s a means of uniting students and schools.
Flexible and Easy to Implement
Another hallmark of DS Academy is its flexibility. You don’t need to revamp your course catalog or be an expert in video production to launch this program. Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing classes like marketing, creative writing, or technology, the curriculum gives schools the ability to enhance their offerings without demanding additional resources.
With step-by-step lesson plans and comprehensive guides for teachers, the program is user-friendly and accessible. Whether you’re a seasoned instructor or new to the ideas of creative media, Don’s curriculum ensures you have the tools to deliver lessons with confidence.
Building Community Connections
The impact of DS Academy extends beyond the classroom walls. At its core, the program fosters connection. Picture students running live scoreboard operations for Friday night football games, crafting highlight reels of the season’s biggest moments, or broadcasting play-by-play action for their peers and families. These opportunities strengthen school pride and create lasting memories for the entire community.
A Worthy Investment: The Time is Now
DS Academy is more than an academic program; it’s an investment in your students, your school, and your community. Created by an award-winning educator who has proven its success, this program delivers real-world skills and fosters inclusion—all while helping students tell stories that inspire. By bringing this initiative to your school, you’re giving students a chance to explore careers, create meaningful work, and achieve their full potential.
With Don Goble’s proven track record and the flexibility of DS Academy, the time to transform how your school integrates education and athletics is now.
What’s Next?
If you’re ready to join the growing community of schools benefiting from DS Academy, contact us today. We’ll show you how easy it is to integrate this program into your curriculum and bring new opportunities to your students.
Don’t miss the chance to educate, inspire, and unite—schedule a call with Digital Scoreboards now and learn how we can transform your school’s approach to education and athletics.
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