Dungeons & Dragons Leadership: Becoming Dungeon Master

Prepare to be amazed as you watch your differently-wired kiddo make real friends, explore this unique content, grow under the guidance of this expert mentor, and be seen in all their glory!

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Why Take This Course?

This course is available in 16 wk and 40 wk option.

Does your child love Dungeons & Dragons and dream of becoming a Dungeon Master? Our D&D Dungeon Master class is perfect for them! This course empowers students with the confidence and skills to run their own campaigns, guiding them through the ins and outs of DMing. 

They will learn to create epic adventures, run engaging combats, manage memorable non-player characters, and more! Beyond learning how to run a game, this class helps students build confidence, feel great about themselves, and take on leadership roles. 

PLUS- they will apply these skills in class as they take turns running short campaigns each week!

Join us and watch your child take the lead in thrilling D&D games, building lasting friendships and unforgettable experiences.


  • Do you have a Dungeons & Dragons lover at home who has always dreamed of being a Dungeon Master? Perhaps your child would thrive from learning confidence-boosting skills like how to run and oversee a D&D campaign. 

    One of the most common questions we get from our raving Dungeons & Dragons community here at Young Scholars Academy is, “How can I learn to be a Dungeon Master?” If your student loves the game and longs to run their own campaigns, this is the perfect course for them!

    Welcome to the D&D Dungeon Master Class: Master the Game

    This course is designed to empower your child to put on their wizard hat and set up their DM Screen. In this incredible class, your child will learn how to be a Dungeon Master who can run games for friends and family, provide epic adventures, and create moments their players will remember forever.

    Course Highlights:

    • Comprehensive DM Training: I will guide all students through the ins and outs of DMing. From running combats to managing non-player characters, your child will learn everything needed to fully run an adventure.

    • Hands-On Practice: Each student will also get to run a small adventure for the class, putting what they have learned into action and giving other students the chance to play.

    • Build Confidence and Leadership: Running a D&D campaign boosts confidence, enhances leadership skills, and fosters creativity and problem-solving.

    Create Memorable Experiences: Your child will learn to craft engaging stories, design challenging encounters, and create memorable non-player characters that players will love and remember.

  • Benefits:

    • Make Friends and Build Relationships: Students will find their people, making friends with others who share their passion for D&D.

    • Develop Communication Skills: Leading a campaign helps improve communication and social skills.

    • Boost Creativity: Crafting stories and managing adventures fosters creativity and imaginative thinking.

    • Find a Community: The class offers a sense of belonging, where students can connect with like-minded peers and feel part of a supportive community.

    • Elevate Self-Esteem: Beyond building confidence, this class helps students feel great about themselves and take on leadership roles.

    One of the biggest highlights of this incredible class is that each student will get to run a small adventure for the class, putting what they have learned into action!

    By the end of the course, your child will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to guide their own adventures and create unforgettable gaming experiences. 

    Join us and watch your child become a confident and skilled Dungeon Master, leading thrilling D&D games and building lasting friendships.

    Join us and take the first step towards mastering the art of Dungeon Mastering. Secure your spot in the D&D Dungeon Master class today!

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Ages: 8-12 & 13-18

Class size: Maximum- 8 Students

Level: All Levels

Price Per Session: $39

Our Promise To You

Satisfaction Guarantee:

Your child must attend the class in question to qualify.

If you’re not 100% IN LOVE with your courses, here are your options:

  • Refund requests must be received up to 24 hours after the first course begins to do one of the following options:

    • transfer to another course of the same price

    • get a 100% refund credit toward a future class

    • get a 75% money-back to the original payment method

  • The deposit made at the time of enrollment is non-refundable. 

    Cancellation options are:

    Payment plan: Cancellation requests received up to 24 hours after the first course begins will stop any future payments.

    Any cancellation requests beyond that require a 30-day notice to stop the membership/billing.

    Paid in full:

    Cancellation requests require a 30-day notice.

    The remaining balance at the end of the 30-day cancellation period can be used to transfer to another class or be converted to credit toward a future class.

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What Our Parents Say…

  • “My students have taken many classes with Megan and we love her. There is an emphasis in education on the 4Cs, communication, collaboration, critical-thinking and creativity. These are skills that help students achieve success in 21st century jobs. Megan's classes address all 4 of these skills in an engaging way that will have your student begging for more.”

    -Jannalee D.

  • “I have never seen teachers with more passion, energy, and support than I have at Young Scholars Academy. I don't know how they do it. They are truly the best! These are the best teachers we've ever had!”

    -Crystal

  • “My adhd son got excited and looked forward to this class every week! It inspired him to write more for a campaign he’s DMing for our family, which is HUGE for a kid who has sensory issues with writing. Megan was incredibly flexible with my son, who tends to change things up often. He loved that about her class. He liked it so much, we made sure to sign him up for another campaign of hers! Thank you Megan for offering this!”

    -George V.

Meet Your Mentor

Megan Hardy

I am a Professional DM and Mother to four kids ages 8 to 18. I love role playing games, science fiction, comics and just about anything that might be considered geeky. I have used my geeky passions to help educate my own children, as well as others.

My personal background is in History. I have a bachelor's degree in History. I have also studied literature and mass communication. All of this tends to be channeled into my teaching style. I am also a mom of two neurodivergent kids and have learned how to build lesson plans and campaigns around individual needs. Learning is a fun process when approached through the window of something the child already loves whether that is gaming, comic books or anything that has captured their mind.

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Questions Asked By Fellow Parents

  • 4 KEY things:

    1- A focus on the positive! We don’t focus on what students aren’t doing, we support what they are and we know the rest will come. We develop strengths, interests, and relationships. We build students up so they can build a better world! And do it with the new friends they make in our program!

    2- Like-minded neurodivergent peers. Our asynchronous students need one another and YSA is a safe haven for these kiddos to connect around their asynchronies, quirks, and interests. We’re a place where they can be their authentic selves and make friends while doing so!

    3- Passionate, masterful neurodivergent mentors who have walked the walk and can authentically validate and support your child with personal experience and care AND expertise as we all have advanced masters + degrees

    4-Content your students care about taught in a way they love! We offer the courses they need to be taking, not the ones they’re required to take.

    Come by and see for yourself!

  • Please don’t confuse reactive “distance learning” and virtual enrichment programming. After all, a student who is completely fried from a boring zoom class is often quick to pick up a tablet or phone, right?

    Our courses are not at all the same animal =)

  • THIS IS A SATISFACTION GUARANTEE, so your child must attend the class in question to qualify.

    If you’re not 100% IN LOVE with your courses, here are your options:

    1- 8-Week Courses Refund requests must be received up to 24 hours after the first course begins to do one of the following options: 

    Payment plan or Paid in full- 3 options: transfer to another course of the same price, get a 100% refund credit toward a future class, or get a 75% money-back to the original payment method. 

    2-  16+ Week CoursesThe deposit made at the time of enrollment is non-refundable. Cancellation options are:

    Payment plan- Cancellation requests received up to 24 hours after the first course begins will stop any future payments. Any cancellation requests beyond that require a 30-day notice to stop the membership/billing.

    Paid in full- Cancellation requests require a 30-day notice. The remaining balance at the end of the 30-day cancellation period can be used to transfer to another class or be converted to credit toward a future class.

    Please read the description of each course before enrolling.

  • We do! We have 3 kinds:

    1- Word of mouth: 25% off- we know that the best way to reach new families is word of mouth. When you help another family enroll in a YSA class and they name you at checkout, you will get 25% off the cost of the course you’re currently enrolled in once they stay past the refund period. Note— this applies to all regular courses, BUT only applies to the first month of membership courses.

    2- Multi-sibling: 10% off- We believe in supporting whole families and we are willing to put our money where our mouth is! When you sign-up 2 or more kiddos you will receive 10% off. Note— this does not apply to our membership courses.

    3-Multi-course: 10% off- To fully serve your family, we hope to provide your child with all the courses they dream of taking! To make this more affordable, when you enroll in 3 or more classes, you will receive 10% off. Note— this does not apply to our membership courses.

  • Of course!

    As we like to say, if you’re on our site, you’re in the right place.

    Our programming is for students who are not being supported or challenged enough in school.

    If you have an asynchronous kiddo who you know has strengths and struggles, our courses are for your child.

  • 2e students experience such asynchronous development that it proves difficult to have hard age limits.

    We often evaluate students on a case by case basis =)

    Please email us and we’ll discuss: sam@youngscholarsacademy.org

  • All of our programs are 100% virtual. This allows us to bring together the twice-exceptional/neurodivergent students of the world, connect them, and nurture them!

    Your child may very well enter a 6-person class with 5 other students from 5 different states/countries!

    Cool, right?