The Georgia Film Academy (GFA) is offering GFA 1000/FILM 1100 Introduction to Film & Television Production this summer on the Savannah State University campus. The course is open to students from Savannah State University, Georgia Southern University, College of Coastal Georgia, East Georgia State College, Ogeechee Technical College and the broader community through GFA’s Professional Education program.

This introductory course provides students and professional education students with a foundation in on-set film production, covering industry-standard equipment, techniques and procedures. Designed as a six-credit-hour course, it equips participants with practical knowledge and skills essential for working on professional film sets.

Introduction to Film & Television Production is the first course in GFA’s production certification pathway. The certification program combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning with professional equipment and the opportunity to obtain on-set experience through additional craft courses and optional industry internships. Students who complete the pathway can gain credentials to help launch careers in the entertainment sector, including film, television and live production.

“At GFA, our mission is to connect talent with opportunity,” said Scott Votaw, Assistant Vice Chancellor of the Georgia Film Academy. “We’re not just training students, we’re preparing them to step onto real sets, into real studios and contribute to real productions. Our programs are designed to ensure participants are ready to thrive in Georgia’s entertainment industry.”

GFA certification is recognized nationwide and highly valued by film and live entertainment production employers. Students who continue beyond GFA 1000 have the opportunity to apply for a hands-on internship on professional productions, providing resume-building experience and industry connections. GFA alumni have contributed to blockbuster projects such as “Captain America: Brave New World,” “Megalopolis,” “Creed III,” “Ant-Man and the Wasp,” “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” “Stranger Things,” “The Walking Dead” and many other films and television shows.

Since its founding in 2015, the Georgia Film Academy has supported the state’s fast-growing creative economy by providing specialized, professional training through more than 30 partner institutions. In collaboration with the University System of Georgia and the Technical College System of Georgia, GFA offers certification programs for technical college, university, adult and dual enrollment learners statewide.

Students or area residents interested in enrolling or learning more about the Georgia Film Academy can visit www.georgiafilmacademy.edu.

About the Georgia Film Academy

The Georgia Film Academy (GFA) is a professional organization and unit of the University System of Georgia (USG) committed to leading and advancing the entertainment arts industry and its workforce in Georgia. GFA supports the Georgia Film Consortium (GFC), a unique-in-the-nation collaboration of the university system, the Technical College System of Georgia and independent institutions across the state.

Created by state leadership to meet education and workforce needs for high demand careers in Georgia’s film and creative industries, GFC works with more than 30 partner institutions to offer professional courses in film, television, live production, streaming and esports for college credit. Classes may also be taken as professional education through GFA.

GFC’s higher education program includes rigorous professional training and may lead to union-covered film and television production craft internships and placement in creative industry apprenticeships and associated jobs. In addition, GFA supports a graduate consortium of USG partner institutions offering master’s degrees in creative arts geared toward content creation in film, television and digital media.

GFA provides professional training in the form of post-production education and AVID editing certification. GFA also offers high school teacher training in content creation, production, post-production and esports in partnership with the Georgia Department of Education, providing professional film and television experiences and training as well as curriculum and resources to teachers across the state. Additionally, GFA hosts opportunities for high school students with summer camps in screenwriting, filmmaking, post-production and esports.

For more information, visit https://www.georgiafilmacademy.edu/.

Image Via Atelier Pontdarc

A new anime called See You Tomorrow at the Food Court will come out in July 2025. It is based on a manga by Shinichiro Nariie. The manga began as a webcomic on Twitter in 2019. Because it became popular, a company called Kadokawa Shoten published it in 2020. This shows how stories that begin online can grow and reach bigger audiences.

A teaser trailer has been released, giving fans their first look at the anime. It also features a preview of the opening song, “Mikansei ni Matataite,” sung by Oisicle Melonpan. The anime will be a short series with only six episodes.

A School Setting with Everyday Stories

The promo image shows a student in a school uniform holding a notebook with the name “Narumi Shiro” written in Japanese. This shows the story happens at school, which is common in slice-of-life anime. Fans can expect a simple story about friendship, finding yourself, and everyday life.

A Talented Team Behind the Scenes

The anime is being made by Studio Atelier Pontdarc. The director is Kazuomi Koga, who also worked on Rent-A-Girlfriend. The script is written by Jukki Hanada, known for The Dangers in My Heart.

Kyuta Sakai, who worked on Steins;Gate and Re\:ZERO, is in charge of the character designs and animation. The music is by Kana Utatane, helping to add emotion to the story.

With such a skilled team, the anime will likely have touching moments, nice animation, and easy-to-relate themes.

Story of Two Unlikely Friends

The story is about two high school girls, Wada and Yamamoto. Wada looks like a quiet, polite girl from a rich family. Yamamoto seems like a shy loner. But they’re not exactly what they seem. Wada is secretly hooked on a mobile game and has a love-hate crush on one of its 2D characters. Yamamoto loves creepy urban legends and looks up to her favorite YouTuber. After school, they meet at the local food court. It’s their special place to hang out, talk about their interests, and be themselves. These daily chats show how their friendship grows, even though they’re very different.

 

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See You Tomorrow at the Food Court will only have six episodes, but its warm story and lovable characters might still leave a strong impression. If you enjoy light dramas, stories about friendship, or just want something new to watch this summer, this anime could be a great pick.

The show promises a gentle mix of humor, honesty, and heart. As July gets closer, both fans of the manga and new viewers will be excited to see how this slice-of-life story comes to life on screen.

Written By “Sujoy Bhowmik – India Today Gaming”

 

Free weekly movie nights in different city parks across the city. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a movie under the stars. Movies begin at dusk.

Just here for eSports? The movie nights with an asterisk will have gaming provided by Party on a Truck from 5-8 p.m.

June 5, 6-10 p.m.

Schneider Park*

Watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, rated PG-13.

School’s out! Play eSports gaming, provided by Party on A Truck, from 5-8 p.m.

June 12, 7-10 p.m.

Glenwood Park*

Watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3, rated PG.

Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with Dad. Play eSports gaming, provided by Party on A Truck, from 5-8 p.m.

June 19, 7-10 p.m.

Wilson Park

Watch Mufasa: The Lion King, rated PG.

It’s karaoke night!

June 26, 7-10 p.m.

Ottawa Park*

Watch Luca, rated PG.

Make it part of your Italian Bowl weekend. Play eSports gaming, provided by Party on A Truck, from 5-8 p.m.

July 10, 7-10 p.m.

Prentice Park

Watch The Wild Robot, rated PG.

It’s karaoke night!

July 17, 6-10 p.m.

Copland Park*

Watch Moana, rated PG.

Meet your favorites at character night. Play eSports gaming, provided by Party on A Truck, from 5-8 p.m.

July 24, 7-10 p.m.

Westwood Park

Watch Transformers One, rated PG-13.

It’s karaoke night!

July 31, 6-10 p.m.

Close Park

Watch The Bad Guys, rated PG.

Get ready for family game night.

August 7, 7-10 p.m.

Smith Park

Watch Wicked, rated PG.

It’s karaoke night!

August 14, 6-10 p.m.

Detwiler Park*

Watch Captain America: Brave New World, rated PG-13.

Come play back to school kickball. Play eSports gaming, provided by Party on A Truck, from 5-8 p.m.

September 19, 7-10 p.m.

Levis Square Park

Watch The Bee Keeper, rated R.

This is an adult only movie night.

ESports Champions

Siuslaw High School’s esports team made history last Saturday, winning the OSAA-partnered PlayFly Esports State Championship in Mario Kart 8. The four-member squad, led by Coach Patrick Looney, went undefeated this season and clinched the title with a 3–1 victory over Sherwood High School at the University of Oregon. Captain Husky Scribner, along with Ethan Spencer, Mandy Condi, and Holden Kurth, powered the Vikings to the school’s first esports state title. The program, founded in 2020, also competes in Super Smash Bros. and Rocket League, blending competition with STEM-focused career skills.

OSU Victory

Canon Reeder’s two-run homer in the second was all No. 7 Oregon State needed Thursday night, as the Beavers edged Long Beach State 2-1 at Goss Stadium. Eric Segura earned his eighth win, holding the Dirtbags to one hit over six innings. The two teams play again this evening beginning at 5pm on KCFM.

Ducks Shutout Hawkeyes

No. 5 Oregon opened its series at Iowa with a dominant 10-0 shutout in seven innings Thursday night. Grayson Grinsell struck out eight and allowed just two hits, improving to 7-1 in Big Ten play with a 1.36 ERA.

Siuslaw Sports

The Siuslaw Vikings hit the road today for baseball and softball with double header games against Glide.  2:45 is the pregame time for game one of Siuslaw baseball.  The game will be covered on KCST.

The Viking track and field team will be in Cottage Grove for the Wally Ciochetti Invitational today.

St. Patrick’s Community School Rocket League team, the St. Patrick’s Celtics have captured the Alberta Esports Division 2 Championship. 

The Red Deer team triumphed at the prestigious Alberta Esports Championship, held at the Bow Valley College Esports Arena in Calgary, Alta. from Saturday, May 10, through Sunday, May 11. 

The Alberta Esports Championship is recognized as Canada’s largest scholastic Esports tournament, bringing together junior high and high school students from across the province to compete live in popular Esports titles including Rocket League, VALORANT, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The Celtics’ victory in Rocket League marks a significant achievement for the school’s burgeoning Esports program. 

Michael Saretzky, Head Coach of the St. Patrick’s Esports Team, expressed his pride in the team’s accomplishment at this year’s event.  

“It has been incredible to watch the Rocket League team grow over the past few years—not just as athletes, but as individuals. Ending the year with a win makes it even more special, especially as many of our players move on to new schools next year.  

With just one returning player, it marks both a celebration and a new beginning for the team. Competing at a post-secondary institution like Bow Valley College was a unique and inspiring experience. It gave our players a glimpse into the future and the real opportunities that Esports can provide,” said Saretzky.  

Mandy Reed, principal at St. Patrick’s Community School said the win is a testament to the team’s hard work, strategic thinking, and collaborative spirit.  

“Esports provides our students with valuable opportunities to demonstrate teamwork, problem-solving skills, and sportsmanship, and we are thrilled to see their dedication rewarded on such a significant stage.” 

Beyond their impressive Rocket League squad, St. Patrick’s was also proud to send six talented players from grades 6 through 8 to the Super Smash Tournament, which drew competitors from grades 6 to 12.  

While victory eluded them this time, the experience was invaluable, and St. Patrick’s is thrilled to celebrate a player who brilliantly navigated a field of over a hundred participants to reach the top 32. 

With information from Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools. 

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — Students in Kentucky’s second-largest school district will compete against each other Saturday in a video gaming competition. Fayette County Public School’s EPIC esports program is hosting a tournament to celebrate its inaugural year.

Over 250 FCPS students will make up 61 teams that will go head-to-head at Saturday’s EPIC esports Expo, representing 30 district schools. Shad Lacefield, a science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning coach, oversees the esports program. He said it’s a way to celebrate all the schools and their involvement in the program’s first year.

“With esports specifically in the state of Kentucky, there’s not a ton of opportunity for in-person tournaments and when it comes to esports, that’s where it is at; building relationships and community within each of the schools,” Lacefield said.

The Engaging Players in Inclusive Competition or EPIC program at FCPS is an after-school activity which combines STEM education and video games.

“We’ve really tried to show kids that video games are fun and exciting, but our program showcases all of these different career paths that can be associated with it,” Lacefield said.

Esport athletes will compete in Mario Kart, Minecraft and Super Smash Bros. Lacefield said the beauty of esports is anyone can learn and grow their skills.

“We wanted to make that really welcoming environment to show that this is a program and activity that all kids no matter their situation, background or what they look like they can play and have a good time,” Lacefield said.

The tournament is at the University of Kentucky’s esports lounge in conjunction with UK’s longstanding esports Campus Takeover, which offers esports enthusiasts a chance to gain insight into the gameplay. Erik Jarvis, program lead for UK’s esports program, said the university is always looking at ways to connect education and career pathways to video games.

“We can bring in students and industry professionals and kind of find the benefits where these worlds intersect,” Jarvis said.

Showing that video games can be fun and educational.

“I really love to see how engaged the kids are; to hear from the teachers and hear about how they see attendance is up and behavior is improving, they have all these success stories,” Lacefield said.

FCPS and its EPIC program were recognized as a Top 5 finalist for Esports District of the Year.

Many universities, including UK, have teams in various esports games that compete nationally. The Campus Takeover event is happening from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the UK Student Center on Saturday, May 17.