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♟️ Join Our MLK Day Online Chess Tournament! ♟️

Are you ready to test your skills and compete with other chess enthusiasts? We are thrilled to host our MLK Day Online Chess Tournament – a perfect opportunity to sharpen your strategy and enjoy a competitive, friendly chess environment!

Tournament Highlights:
✨ 5-round individual Swiss
✨ 2 sections: Elementary (K-6) & Middle/High School (7-12) sections
✨ Awards for 1st-3rd place in each section

Tournament Details
📅 Dates: Monday, January 20
🕙 Start Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Online – Join from anywhere!
🏆 Who Can Join: Open to all CPS students in grades K-12 who have a ChessKid account associated with the CPS City-Wide Chess Club

THIS TOURNAMENT WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLINE THROUGH CHESSKID.COM. VIDEO ON HOW KIDS JOIN A CHESS TOURNAMENT

Celebrate MLK Day by making bold moves that inspire change and progress!

Congratulations to FM Avi Kaplan of Lane Tech College Prep for an extraordinary achievement at the 2024 National K-12 Grade Championships, held December 6-8 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland! Competing among more than 2,700 players from 45 states in the largest K-12 Grade Championships in US Chess history, Avi tied for 1st place in the 12th grade section, marking his second consecutive year at the top. This incredible accomplishment highlights Avi’s dedication, skill, and commitment to excellence in chess. Well done, Avi—your success continues to inspire us all!

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The Cops & Kids Chess Initiative hosted a dynamic event that brought together 80 students from 14 different schools across Chicago to interact with Chicago Police Officers. Held as part of this impactful year-round program, the event emphasized the power of chess to bridge gaps and foster positive engagement between youth and law enforcement officers. Students showcased their strategic skills in friendly competition, while police officers joined in to play and connect with the participants. This collaborative effort not only strengthened community ties but also highlighted the transformative role of chess in promoting non-violence and mutual understanding.

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❄️♟️ Join Our Winter Online Chess Tournament! ♟️❄️

Are you ready to test your skills and compete with other chess enthusiasts? We are thrilled to host our Winter Online Chess Tournament – a perfect opportunity to sharpen your strategy and enjoy a competitive, friendly chess environment!

Tournament Highlights:
✨ 5-round individual Swiss
✨ 2 sections: Elementary (K-6) & Middle/High School (7-12) sections
✨ Awards for 1st-3rd place in each section

Tournament Details
📅 Dates: Monday, December 23
🕙 Start Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Online – Join from anywhere!
🏆 Who Can Join: Open to all CPS students in grades K-12 who have a ChessKid account associated with the CPS City-Wide Chess Club

THIS TOURNAMENT WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLINE THROUGH CHESSKID.COM. VIDEO ON HOW KIDS JOIN A CHESS TOURNAMENT

Let’s make some bold moves this holiday season!

I’m happy to share that our ChessKid account has been successfully restored, and gold memberships have been reactivated for all accounts that logged in over the past week.

If your gold membership needs to be reinstated, please contact your school’s chess coach to make a request.

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the December 7 Cops & Kids Chess Tournament! This special event brings together students and members of law enforcement for a day of fun, learning, and friendly competition, fostering positive engagement and community connection. Open to K-12 students, the tournament provides an opportunity to showcase chess skills, build relationships, and celebrate the power of chess in promoting unity and understanding. Don’t miss out—register today and be part of this inspiring event!

The event is taking place at Drake Elementary 2710 S Dearborn St.

EVENT DETAILS & REGISTRATION

The Knights Quest Tournament was a thrilling showcase of talent and strategy, bringing together 279 students from 30 schools to compete on 57 teams. The event highlighted the dedication and skill of young chess players, who demonstrated impressive focus and sportsmanship throughout the competition. Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and commitment, and special recognition goes to the winning teams and players for their outstanding achievements. Your success reflects not only your individual effort but also the support of your schools, coaches, and families. Well done to all who made this tournament an incredible experience!

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Congratulations to the winner of the Fall K-12 Online Chess Tournament! Your impressive dedication, strategic thinking, and resilience have truly set you apart, and you should be incredibly proud of this achievement.

To all our players who participated, we applaud each of you for your hard work, sportsmanship, and love of the game. Every match showcased not only your individual skills but also your commitment to learning and improving. The dedication and spirit displayed by all players made this tournament exciting and inspiring, reminding us of the power of chess to bring people together and build community.

Thank you for being part of the Academic Chess community—each of you is a true champion!

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Registration for the November Knights Quest Tournament ♞opens on Monday, October 28, and will be available until Wednesday, November 6, at noon! This 5-board team tournament, held at Saucedo Scholastic Academy, provides a fantastic opportunity for students to enhance their skills and compete in an exciting and challenging environment.

📄 For full details, visit the event page. Don’t miss out!

🍂♟️ Join Our Fall Online Chess Tournament! ♟️🍂

Are you ready to test your skills and compete with other chess enthusiasts? We are thrilled to host our Fall Online Chess Tournament – a perfect opportunity to sharpen your strategy and enjoy a competitive, friendly chess environment!

Tournament Highlights:
✨ 5-round individual Swiss
✨ 2 sections: Elementary (K-6) & Middle/High School (7-12) sections
✨ Awards for 1st-3rd place in each section

Tournament Details
📅 Dates: Monday, November 4 (non school day)
🕙 Start Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Online – Join from anywhere!
🏆 Who Can Join: Open to all CPS students in grades K-12 who have a ChessKid account associated with the CPS City-Wide Chess Club

THIS TOURNAMENT WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLINE THROUGH CHESSKID.COM. VIDEO ON HOW KIDS JOIN A CHESS TOURNAMENT

Let’s make some bold moves this season!