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Chess in the Schools

New York, NY | http://www.chessintheschools.org
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About Us

The mission of Chess-in-the-Schools is to motivate and engage children from low-income communities. By using the game of chess as an educational tool, we enhance children's higher - order thinking skills, self-confidence, academic achievement and social skills.

Our programs include in-school and after-school programs in public schools, summer programs, and free weekend chess tournaments.

The mission of Chess-in-the-Schools is to motivate and engage children from low-income communities. By using the game of chess as an educational tool, we enhance children's higher - order thinking skills, self-confidence, academic…

Issue Areas Include

  • Children & Youth
  • Education

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