David Conover

EPIC MegaGrant Recipient, SXSWEdu Advisory Board Member, HP MS Fellow, IBM Champion, Video Games For Change & Serious Games Designer, Learning Experience Designer

David Conover is an innovative educator and instructional designer specializing in educational technology and video game design.1 2 He currently works as a digital art and animation teacher at Connally High School in Pflugerville, Texas.3 Conover is recognized as a leader in education and change, having been acknowledged by the Obama administration as a Champion for Educational Change.

Career Highlights

Learning Experience Designer: Conover has worked as a learning experience designer at Connally High School, focusing on innovative educational approaches.2
Games for Change Instructor: He serves as a Games for Change Instructor at PFISD (Pflugerville Independent School District).4
At-Risk Student Program: Conover developed a 4-year program for at-risk students, teaching them coding and game development skills while also having them create games for sick children.5

Achievements and Recognition

Acknowledged by the Obama administration as a Champion for Educational Change.
Participated in educational initiatives such as the HP Teaching Fellows program.2
Involved in SXSW educational panels, promoting gaming experiences for youth.4

David Conover's work focuses on engaging students through innovative teaching methods, particularly using video game design and technology to enhance learning experiences and prepare students for careers in the tech industry.