This year, registration and payment for the chess club will all be done online. Scroll for the online form.

Chess Club will run until May 2024, meeting on Wednesdays in Mr. Gallagher's Music Room. 2:30-3:30

Registration is now open for the months of
DECEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY & MARCH

The next few months will be added soon.

We cannot process refunds, however, if you should miss a class you paid for, we will credit it for you going forward.

You will need to contact Mr. Gallagher to arrange this. jgallagher@staugustineschool.org.
 

Why Chess?

*Chess is the oldest and the most challenging of games, and is showing remarkable results as a teaching tool for young students. The reasons for this are because chess:

* involves various levels of critical thinking which apply to all intellectual endeavors (knowledge, comprehension, reasoning, analysis, and evaluation);          

* requires forethought and cultivates visualization skills;

* encourages children to overcome fear of risk-taking;

* teaches concentration and self-discipline;

* encourages children to assume responsibility for their decisions;

* rewards determination and perseverance;

* increases self-esteem and promotes good sportsmanship;

* encourages social skills that transcends culture and generations;

*All children can succeed at chess! Even children who do not perform well academically are often inspired by chess and show an improved attitude toward learning. Time and time again exposure to chess can transform young minds.

* CHESS IS FUN!

When & Where:​ Every WEDNESDAY 2:30-3:30 in the Music Room

All Chess students are allowed to have a small afternoon drink and  snack before class begins.