The California Esports Association (CEA) — a nonprofit organization is committed to promoting, supporting, and advancing scholastic esports across California’s K–12 educational system. We believe esports is a powerful educational tool that fosters teamwork, creativity, leadership, and academic success. Our mission is to build inclusive, innovative, and equitable opportunities for students to thrive through competitive gaming and related career pathways.
CEA is a collaborative community of educators, leaders, and advocates working together to shape the future of scholastic esports. Whether you're just starting out or already running a program, we’re here to connect you with resources, best practices, and a statewide network dedicated to student growth and empowerment. Join us as we lead California to the forefront of educational esports.
To promote, support, and advance the growth, integrity, and inclusivity of scholastic esports programs across California's K-12 educational system.
To establish California as a national leader in scholastic esports, providing all students with equitable access to innovative, competitive, and enriching gaming experiences that foster personal growth, teamwork, and academic success.