// PSEL Regions
Region 6
Intermediate Unit Regions: 4, 5, 6, 9
Erie, Crawford, Warren, Mercer, Lawrence, Butler, Venango, Clarion, Forest, Jefferson, Elk, McKean, Cameron, Potter Counties
Joy Shaffer
joy_shaffer@iu5.org
Connect with Region 6 through the NWPA STEM Ecosystem.
// Region 6 Updates
Check out what's happening in Region 6
Region 6 Coaches Networking Meetings:
Coaches join us for the latest updates on all things scholastic esports, as well as networking opportunities with coaches from across our region. ACT 48 available.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
December 17, 2025 – Register Here
March 24, 2026 – Register Here
Minecraft Build Challenge Competition
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the PSEL Region 6 Minecraft Build Challenge, open to students in grades K–12! This exciting academic esports opportunity invites students to showcase their creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging Minecraft Education environment.
What is the Minecraft Build Challenge?
Students will work individually or in teams to complete themed build challenges aligned with academic and design standards. This is a fantastic way to integrate esports into your classroom or club while promoting 21st-century skills.
Challenge Schedule: Launches November 10th, 2025
Submissions Due December 19th, 2025
Register your teams any time up to December 19th.
We encourage you to share this opportunity widely with teachers and students across all grade levels. Whether your students are new to Minecraft or seasoned builders, this challenge is designed to be inclusive, inspiring, and educational.
**Click on the poster to register.
Game Changers:Esports in Schools
Join us for the Virtual Game Changers: Esports in Schools, a dynamic evening event that showcases the educational impact of competitive gaming. Whether you're new to esports or already building a program, this event offers valuable insights, hands-on experiences, and networking opportunities to help you grow your initiative.
Virtual Event
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Expert Panel Discussion
Topic: The Power of Scholastic Esports in Education
Panelists Include:
Zack Zivkovich – Mastery Coding
Joe McAllister & Bobby Celentano – Insight
Matt Swan – Pennsylvania Scholastic Esports League (PSEL)
Jace Barnett - Mercyhurst University Esports
Discussion Themes:
How scholastic esports supports student engagement and learning
Career pathways in gaming and STEM
Building inclusive and competitive scholastic esports programs
Audience Q&A
**Click on the poster to register. The Zoom link will be shared after registration.
PSEL Region 6
with PennWest Edinboro
Scholastic Esports Career & Tournament Event
Join PSEL's Region 6 to experience the thrill of victory like never before.
Featuring Rocket League & Super Smash Bros.
Event Date: March 6, 2026
9:00 AM - 2:20 PM
Where: PennWest Edinboro: Frank G. Pogue Student Center
Registration is OPEN!
Registration link: https://bit.ly/47MdbfR