Keynote Speaker: Francisco Castillo
With 20 plus years of experience in broadcast and TV production, Francisco Castillo has progressed from municipal government access channels to high-profile professional sports and entertainment venues. Francisco directed, produced, handled instant replay, and operated cameras for top-tier teams like the Dodgers, LA Galaxy, LAFC, USC, UCLA, Rams, Chargers, and more—helping launch venues like the Intuit Dome and SoFi Stadium.
I thrive in live, fast-paced environments, delivering top-notch production quality.
- Francisco Castillo
Guest Speakers
- Keith Brown, Operator and Producer at Perry High School
- Lucas Dahlberg, Student and Operator at the University of St. Thomas and promotions staff for Minnesota Wild
- DJ Griff, ESPN College Game Day DJ and music teacher at Pittsburgh Public Schools
Schedule
Day 1 -June 23 (Virtual)
| 9:00AM-10:15AM | Event Kickoff & The Dak Ecosystem |
| 10:15AM-11:00AM | Behind the Success: Lucas Dahlberg's Path through HS, College & the Wild |
| 11:00AM-12:00PM | Keynote Speaker: Francisco Castillo |
| 12:00PM-1:00PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:00PM-1:30PM | Integrating Sound into Your Production with DJ Griff |
| 1:30PM-2:15PM | Topic will highlight “Behind the Broadcast”. Final speaker and session details coming soon. |
| 2:15PM-3:00PM | DakClassroom Student Showcase Awards |
Times and speakers subject to change as we finalize details.
Day 2 -June 24 (In Person)
Events typically run from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM local time. Exact times and sessions may vary by host location. Each in-person host will deliver a hands-on, immersive training experience featuring:
- Welcome & Networking
- Facility Tour & Gameday Walkthrough
- Hands-On Demos
- Peer Presentations
- Guided Roundtable Conversations
- Action Planning and Helpful Handouts
- Lunch provided by Daktronics
For those who can only attend virtually on Day 2, we will be providing Daktronics-led training sessions in the morning.
Day 2 Host Schools
- Archbishop Spalding High School (Archbishop, Maryland)
- Centennial Public Schools (Utica, Nebraska)
- Council Bluffs Community School District (Council Bluffs, Iowa)
- Deer Creek-Mackinaw High School (Mackinaw, Illinois)
- Eagan High School (Eagan, Minnesota)
- Mandan Senior High School (Mandan, North Dakota)
- Midlothian High School (Midlothian, Texas)
- Saraland High School (Saraland, Alabama)
- Smith-Cotton High School (Sedalia, Missouri)
- Speedway High School (Speedway, Indiana)
- Waunakee High School (Waunakee, Wisconsin)
General Registration
DakClassroom User Registration
This event was created for those working directly with game-day production and hands-on with Daktronics equipment. Cost is $50 per school (attendees are also responsible for any travel-related costs), and free to DakClassroom members.
*Recordings will be available for the virtual sessions on day 2 if you are unable to attend.
Suggestions for the event or interest in hosting or presenting at next year's event? Email us at hsprvideosystems@daktronics.com
About the High School Video Summit
The High School Video Summit is an annual event hosted by Daktronics that brings together high school video production teams from across the country. Designed to empower educators, the Summit offers a dynamic platform to explore industry trends, enhance technical skills, and foster collaboration. Through a hybrid format, featuring both in-person regional host sites and virtual sessions, attendees engage with peers, professionals, and Daktronics experts in presentations, hands-on demos, and interactive discussions.
The Summit includes keynote speakers, customer-led sessions, and the DakClassroom Student Showcase, all aimed at inspiring innovation and program growth. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your video operations, the High School Video Summit provides valuable insights, networking opportunities, and practical strategies to elevate your school's video production experience.
Hear from Past Attendee Willie Thomas
Seeing our host site's setup in person was really cool! It gives us a lot of ideas on how to manage our control room, cameras, and other things.
Main Topics of Focus
Features and Best Practices: Products and Software
Gain insights from Daktronics experts on the latest software and product updates to ensure your system operates seamlessly and efficiently.
Student Development and Career Experiences
The experience students get running your display can lead to a promising career in event production. Hear from peers and employed event producers to learn about opportunities for students after graduation and how to prep them in the classroom.
Fan engagement and revenue generation
Game day trends are always changing. We equip you with the skills and resources to keep your fans engaged and returning, ensuring a steady revenue stream for years to come.
How your peers find success with their systems
Discover best practices from your peers as they present on their game day strategies and event management tips.
Connect & Learn
Join the High School Users Community for updates on the next one and connect with your peers on relevant topics. Check out the High School Sports blog to hear stories of what schools like you are doing to keep advancing their programs.