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DME Helps International Student-Athletes Level Up In the Classroom and on the Field.

DME Academy is thrilled to offer English as a Second Language (ESL) courses as a camp add-on this summer. ESL courses are designed to improve academic and professional communication skills for non native English speakers. Our international-students go through an assessment with our Head of School, Anna Gonzalez, prior to their arrival in order to be placed in the correct level. “At DME we don’t only care about creating a great well rounded student-athlete, but also a better person for tomorrow,” Anna says. Anna has been with DME for the last 3 years and holds a PhD in economics and business. 

Campers will have a daily two hour ESL course with weekly themes. Our teachers focus on communication skills,  grammar, vocabulary development, conversation, and test preparation. This program is strongly recommended for international campers that desire to improve their language skills while taking their athleticism to the next level.  

"Summer Prep is an exceptional opportunity for athletes to fine-tune their game and get a jump on the competition.  Summer and the off-season are where champions are made.  This program provides athletes with structure, skill training, and competition within a busy schedule that allows our international athletes to succeed in all aspects on and off the court." - Laura Stegall, DME Athletic Director.

Students who come to DME and take the ESL courses have a leg up on the competition. Each ESL class is personalized to each individual pupil's learning style to maximize their benefit from the program. 

 

To find an academic program at DME that works for you, Click HERE

Becoming a member of the National Honors Society is no small feat. The NHS has been built on four pillars, scholarship, leadership, service and character since its inception in 1921. To become inducted into the NHS students have to meet a few key criteria. NHS students make it a priority to give back to their local communities as well as having good grades. To become inducted, students must complete 1,000 hours of school or community service, raise $26,000 in charitable donations, donate 1,000 pounds of food to local, state or national causes and lastly donate 100 pints of blood to those in need.

It is with great honor that we are able to announce that 5 star students from DME made it onto the 2022 National Honors Society list and 2 of our younger students made it onto the National Juniors Honors Society.

National Honors Society

  • Fela Brown
  • Aleix Grano
  • Ibrahim Alageel
  • Tessa Engelman
  • Joseph Katman
  • Charles Nicole

National Junior Honor Society

  • Jada Rain Smith
  • Matteo Walden
  • Cole Brower

We are incredibly proud of these students and are so excited to see what the future holds for them. Congratulations!

For more information on DME’s academics, click here to see how we are doing our part to shape the future.  

DME Academy is reimagining the way student-athletes learn, engage, and grow. With a flexible, fully accredited program, students in grades 6-12 are taught to balance academic expectations with their unique athletic skill sets. Today we’re reviewing the 6 reasons why our DME curriculum is so unique. 

1. Rigorous Curriculum

Xceed DME offers a full suite of Honors, Advanced, and A.P. classes. DME’s diverse course offerings are imperative to make sure each student is successful in the classroom as well as on the field or court.All of the programs at DME are accepted by Florida’s graduation requirements for college enrollment. We offer over 120 courses and 41 electives so we have something for every student!

2. Individualized Instruction

At DME, our Xceed program has Personalized Learning Programs (PLP) for each individual student. These are heavily thought out with each student in mind to meet their individual goals. Our top priority is making sure every student is learning in a way that works best for them. Our accomplished educators provide one-to-one and small group instruction that helps capitalize on each students’ unique learning styles and strengths. 

3. Flexible Schedule

At DME, we focus on athletics and academics in the same capacity. We are able to provide students a balanced schedule that includes their academics and their sports. We build out their schedules with training, classes and practices in mind so it all works seamlessly together.

4. International Community

Our students come from all over the world. We host students from more than 25 countries so there is a very strong international community on our campus. In fact, DME’s population is 70% international. This sets the stage for advanced collaboration and gives each student an opportunity to participate in shared learning from people from all walks of life.

 

5. Community Service

At Xceed DME, our graduation requirements include 40 hours of community service. We offer a wide variety of service opportunities, including tutoring and coaching younger kids, participating in beach cleanups and food and clothing drives, and volunteering at our local animal shelter.

 

6. Immersion Programs

DME Summer Immersion Programs help our international student-athletes get up to speed in the classroom and the community, preparing them for our rigorous academic curriculum and acclimating them to the DME culture.

 

Are you ready to reimagine your student-athlete experience?

Connect with one of our recruitment specialists to learn more. 

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Tristen Armas is our Student-Athlete of the Week. He is a hard-working student-athlete that is committed to his academic excellence and pursuing collegiate basketball opportunities. Tristen joins us from Georgia and is a senior and on our HS Blue team.
Jarvis Gunter, Head Coach of the HS Blue team shared with us, "Tristen is a great leader on our team.  His leadership is evident on the court and in the classroom.  Tristen leads with an exceptional work ethic and commitment to excellence on the basketball court.  He has high aspirations for his future and it is evident in the way he attacks his work."
Congrats Tristen!
Learn more about the DME Academy here.
"I love DME because I learn a lot, I get better every day and I love basketball." - Keenan Brown
Keenan Brown is a Daytona Beach native and 5th grader at DME Academy. He wears number one on his back and in our hearts. "It has been a blessing coaching the middle school team and watching phenomenal athletes like Keenan Brown flourish. Keenan works hard every day. He always has a smile on his face and is committed to his growth and development as a student-athlete." said his Coach Dajah Logan. Way to go Keenan!
Learn more about DME Academy here.
Caden Keller is a freshman at DME Academy.  This Ormond Beach local joined DME Academy this year and has been a great addition to our basketball program.  He is on the DME Academy JV team under the direction of Head Coach Greg Bearer.  Caden is an outstanding, diligent student at DME Academy as well.
Caden has had a great week on and off the court. He is really emerging as a leader on our team and I can see his confidence growing on a daily basis. He has been great for our program and is well deserving of this week's Athlete of the Week.
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Anaja Jackson is a senior at DME Academy. She is from Tampa, FL. As a forward, Anaja stands at 5'9". She is new this year to DME Academy and has made a positive impression on her coaches and teachers.  Anaja excels in the classroom and brings that same work ethic to the basketball court.
“Anaja has made a big commitment to her growth on the court.  She has worked extremely hard in practice and weights to elevate her game and that hard work and determination are paying off.  She is an excellent student and a great teammate in our program.”  Wesley Arocho – Girls Basketball Coach
Each week we will announce the student of the week. You can follow the announcements here.
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DME Academy is excited to announce our Student of the Week initiative. Each week DME teachers and coaches will select a standout Student-Athlete that shows the ability to embrace and embody the core values of DME Academy.
Our nominating committee takes the following criteria into consideration.
1. Lead by example
2. Outperforms expectations
3. Servant Leader
4. Win the day mindset
5. Student of Life
6. Embraces the DME Culture
7. Self Respect
8. Responsible and Accountable
9. Selfless
10. Positive Attitude
“DME Academy has so many exceptional student-athletes.  This weekly accolade allows us to highlight some of the exceptional boys and girls at DME Academy.”  Laura Stegall, Athletic Director for DME Academy.
This program has local community support as well. DME welcomes proud sponsor, Tijuana Flats.They will be providing gift cards to each of the honorees this year.
Today we’re happy to announce our first two winners of the 2021-22 school year.
Week of October 4th
​​Congrats to DME’s first Tijuana Flat’s Student-Athlete of the week, Heil Belabbes.  Heil is a member of DME Academy’s Post Grad Basketball program.  He is known by his teachers as a committed, contentious, hard working student.  Heil embodies the core values of DME Academy.  This is evident in his actions on the court, in the classroom, and in the community.
This past weekend Heil supported our local Volusia County Boys and Girls Club by competing in a 5K event at LPGA.  In addition to his commitment to servant leadership, Heil even managed to win the 5K!
“Hiel is an awesome young man with high character. We are so proud to have him in our post grad program. He embodies the DME culture everyday in every way,” commented Coach Chris Pagentine, Heil’s post grad coach.
Week of October 11th
Salvatore Pedevillano is in his third year with DME Academy.  He is a senior at DME Academy where he is not only accomplished on the basketball court but in the classroom as well.  Sal, is a high academic student, and highly regarded by his teachers at DME Xceed.  Additionally, he is highly committed to growing his game and his opportunities beyond DME Academy when he graduates in May.  Every morning, bright and early, long before many other DME Academy athletes step into the gym, before practices start or classes commence for the day, Sal is investing time and energy to the growth of his game.
“The work is paying off.  The growth that Sal has experienced the past two years is immeasurable.  He has worked his way to our National Boy’s team through grit, commitment to excellence, and dedication.  He epitomizes the student-athletes we seek out at DME Academy and truly embodies the student-athlete package.”
Congrats to Heil Belabbes and Salvatore Pedevillano on being honored as DME Academy’s Tijuana Flats Student-Athlete of the Week.
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With Summer coming to an end, and a new school year already in session, we recently caught up with our Xceed DME Academy’s Head of School, Anna Gonzalez to learn her best tips for a successful school year.

Anna’s top 4 tips were:

  1. Make sure to get plenty of rest each night. Getting enough sleep helps reduce stress, keep the immune system working properly to avoid sickness, and keeps the mind sharp and focused.
  2. Set short, medium, and long-term goals. Setting goals gives you something to shoot for, and whether you consciously think about them or not, your brain will continue to move toward them once they’re set. To make them even more effective, write your goals down on a “goal card” and carry it with you, looking at it when you wake up, periodically throughout the day, and just before bed.
  3. Practice mindfulness. Recognizing when you’re becoming frustrated or overwhelmed allows you to take a break and then approach a problem from a different perspective or approach.
  4. Keep a positive attitude and don’t sweat the small stuff. The beginning of the year can be hectic, and there are a lot of things beyond your control, so don’t worry about them and stay positive that things will work out, in time.

The beginning of the school year is a wonderful time. It’s an opportunity to learn new things, grow and even reinvent yourself. Focusing on these key habits can set you up for short and long-term success.

Learn more about the DME Academy's academic program here. 

DME Academy to Host Back to School Bash

***This event has been postponed due to Covid-19. We are hoping to reschedule for late 2021***

Youth Sports Academy to Partner with Boys & Girls Club, Local Police and Sheriff’s Departments, and Daytona Businesses to Host End-of-Summer Party for Local Youth

Daytona, FL, August 6th, 2021-  DME Academy, one of the nation’s leading youth athletics and academic preparatory schools, will partner with local charity powerhouse- Jeep Beach, the Daytona Beach Police Department (DBPD), Volusia County Sheriff’s Office and the local Boys and Girls Club of Volusia and Flagler Counties to host basketball games and contests unlike any other. On September 11th, from 10am-1pm, members of the DBPD and sheriff’s office will partner with some of DME Academy’s student-athletes to take on local youth from the Boys & Girls Club of Volusia and Flagler Counties. In addition, officers will lead a discussion with the kids on the significance of the event’s date.

“When DME Academy got started, we did it because we wanted to make an impact on student-athletes everywhere,” said Dan Panaggio, co-owner of DME Academy. “That said, our home is Daytona Beach, and we’re proud members of this community and always look for ways we can make an impact here at home. We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together for a great day of basketball and fun.”

To fuel the players in the variety of basketball games & contests, Buffalo Wild Wings will provide lunch for everyone at the event. Additionally, as part of their Driven to Give initiative, Gary Yeomans Ford of Daytona Beach will be donating up to $8,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Volusia and Flagler Counties for anyone who test drives a Lincoln or Ford that weekend in person or virtually.

“This is going to be a special day for everyone involved,” said Laura Stegall, Athletic Director of DME Academy. “It’s been really inspiring to see how our partners in the community have stepped up, and everyone at DME Academy has responded just as enthusiastically. I couldn’t be more proud of everyone’s effort in supporting these great causes.”

For additional information visit: https://dmeacademy.com/back-to-school-bash/ Please contact Laura Stegall with questions and inquiries at laura.stegall@dmesports.com