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♟️ Join Our Presidents Day Online Chess Tournament! ♟️

Are you ready to test your skills and compete with other chess enthusiasts? We are thrilled to host our Presidents 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, February 17
🕙 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!

🏆 Calling All Young Chess Champions! 🏆

The 15th Annual Greater Chicago K-12 Chess Championship is almost here! Join us on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at McCormick Place for the most prestigious chess tournament in Chicago.

📍 Who can participate?
Any CPS Students in grades K-12; See the event page on how to register. Registration must be completed by January 29.

🏅 Categories:

• Primary (K-4)
• Elementary (K-6)
• Junior High (K-8)
• High School (K-12)

The top Chicago student in each championship section will earn not only a trophy but also the honor of being recognized as a City of Chicago Champion!

Don’t miss the chance to compete, connect, and celebrate chess at its finest. Register today and make your move!

👑♟️ Calling All Chess Enthusiasts! Register for the Kings & Queens Tournament! ♟️👑

Registration for the Kings & Queens Tournament opens on Monday, January 6, and closes at noon on Wednesday, January 15. 🗓️ Don’t miss this chance to participate in one of the most exciting chess events of the year!

📍 Location: Simeon High School
🏆 Format: Individual competition with team awards

This tournament is a fantastic opportunity for students to sharpen their skills, challenge their minds, and compete in a fun and dynamic environment!

📄 For full details, visit the event page. Join us and make your move!

🎉📣 Get Ready for the CPS High School Chess Championship! ♟️🏆

Attention all high school chess teams! Registration for the CPS High School Chess Championship opens on Monday, January 6, and will remain open until noon on Wednesday, January 15. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your skills and compete against the best!

📅 Tournament Details:
📍 Location: Simeon High School
🏆 Sections:

• 8-Board Varsity Section
• 5-Board Junior Varsity Section
• Individual Swiss Section (for additional players)

This is your opportunity to challenge yourself, represent your school, and make your move toward victory!

✅ Mark your calendars and register on time! Let’s make this year’s championship one to remember.

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

♟️ 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!

♞ Tuesday Knights Rapid Tournament Returns after our winter break! ♞

Join us every Tuesday for another exciting night of rapid chess! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to sharpen your skills, our weekly rapid tournament is the perfect place to test your abilities, connect with fellow chess enthusiasts, and enjoy some friendly competition.

📅 When: Every Tuesday at 6:00 PM
⏱️ Format: Rapid, 10+0 time control
🏆 Who: Open to all skill levels!
💻 Where: Online – Join from anywhere!

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

Don’t miss your chance to play, learn, and improve each week. Mark your calendar, bring your best game, and let’s make some memorable moves together!

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.