Wisconsin Scholastic Chess Federation

The Wisconsin Scholastic Chess Federation is a non-profit dedicated to promoting chess as a valuable educational tool for students. We aim to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity through engaging chess programs in schools and communities. Some of our offerings include:

Local Tournaments - WSCF helps local clubs and schools host tournaments. A standardized format, tournament directors and volunteers are provided to a host. All local tournaments are designed as an income event forthe host. All entry fees go to the host and the host pays for awards and WSCF fees. Most hosts sell food to raise money for their club or school. WSCF provides a website for marketing and registration. Students receive a medal or a trophy at each tournament. Tournament Directors are trained to manage a tournament with 25 to 200 participants.

WSCF State Tournaments - WSCF holds annual special tournaments that are celebratory and competitive. These include Wisconsin Grade Level Championships, Wisconsin All Girl Championships, and Wisconsin Class Championships.

Chess Classes, Clubs and Camps- WSCF teaches chess to students in recreational department classes, school and community clubs, and in summer and holiday break camps. Isntructors are trained to teach WSCF curriculum and run an in-program tournament with trophies and medals for participants.