About
The Texas Scholastic Esports Federation is a teacher-run, 501c(3) nonprofit organization serving Texas schools. We believe that esports can be an accessible, inclusive and equitable path to College, Career, & Military Readiness for all Texas students.
Non-profit teacher-Run
TexSEF is run by teachers. You'll get no edu-splaining here.
We have stakeholders, not shareholders. Our bottom line is what's best for kids.
Low Cost
The online leagues are low cost for schools (and public libraries) in Texas.
Tournaments, conferences, college fairs, we do in-person events like no other can.
About TexSEF Slide Deck
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Leadership
Danielle Johnson, M.Ed.
Executive Director
Danielle is the Executive Director for the Texas Scholastic Esports Federation, a teacher-run, nonprofit esports organization serving Texas schools. She is working to bring esports to K12 schools that focus on equity, inclusion, and citizenship.
Danielle has 15 years of experience in Texas public education in both middle and high school but will always identify as a middle school World Culture and Geography teacher. From 2017-2020, she held an Instructional Coaching Fellowship with Google for Education.
Danielle holds a BA from Baylor University and an M.Ed. from Texas Tech.
Competition Director
As Competition Director for TexSEF, Rick Allen brings a wealth of experience from both high school and collegiate esports to build and inspire the next generation of competitive gamers. His leadership drives program growth, fosters high-level competition, and creates pathways for students to develop essential skills — both in and out of the game. Passionate about cultivating vibrant, supportive gaming communities, Rick plays a pivotal role in ensuring TexSEF remains a leader in scholastic esports, empowering students to compete, connect, and succeed.
Bradford Harris
Patrick Neff
TexSEF Executive Committee and Board Membership
Executive Director: Danielle Johnson - danielle@texsef.org
Deputy Director: Robin Armstrong - robin@texsef.org
Competition Director - Rick Allen - rick@texsef.org
Curriculum and Instruction: Dr. Chris West - west@texsef.org
Board President: Dr. Claudia Carranza - claudia@texsef.org
Members: Bradford Harris, Dr. Patrick Neff, Neisha Campbell