Did you know that chess makes kids smart? National studies reveal that children who participate in long-term structured chess activities, such as Chess Club, increase their overall academic performance, especially in reading, math and science.
Thoreau’s Chess Club a fun way to improve math and thinking skills. All levels of players are welcome!
Parents are encouraged to come and assist. The 2004-5 school year was the first year for our chess club, which hit the ground running with 28 students on our team!
| Grades: |
1st - 6th Graders (K with preapproval) |
| Day: |
Tuesdays (Commons) |
| Time: |
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. |
| Dates*: |
Session 1:
Oct. 7 - Dec. 16
No chess on Nov. 11 & 25th
Session 2:
Jan. 6 - March 10
No Chess on Feb. 17
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| Fees*: |
$60.00 per child/per session
Siblings cost $40 per child/per session
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Email the coordinator, Natalie Young here.
Tournaments
More Chess Information
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Email Mylinda