PS 32 Chess Club & Team

Welcome to the PS 32 Chess Club & Team Registration for the Chess Club & Team is now open!

Program Vision:

From complete beginners to advancing tournament players, our goal is that all PS 32 players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our PS 32 Team will prepare for local, City, State & National Competitions.

Players are matched into groups based on skill, interest level & grade. This allows coaches to identify and create the right training environment for each player (complete beginner - advanced competitors).

ICN class groupings (subject to change based on program enrollment):

• Rooks: 400+ USCF

• Bishops: U400 USCF players with an eye towards competition

• Knights: U400 Advancing Tournament players

• Pawns: K-1, introductory coaching & play

* Each PS 32 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

• We will continue to follow all protocols as outlined by the NYC DOE regarding in person programming.

Wednesday Chess Club & Team

Spring Wednesday 2024: February 7th - June 12th

(WE FOLLOW NYC DOE SCHOOL CALENDAR: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*)

• February 7th, 14th, 28th

• March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

• April 3rd, 17th

• May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

• June 5th, 12th

Prorated Enrollment Codes Available

Email ps32chess@gmail.com for Prorated Codes:

• March prorated price value available

• April prorated price value available

• May prorated price value available

Players will meet in the gym directly after-school. From there they will have a light snack in the cafeteria. Training and play will take place in classrooms onsite at PS 32. Pickup will occur at 5 PM outside.

Lateral movements will occur, as we experiment with class grouping and activities to identify the optimal training opportunities for our players. Players will be promoted throughout the season as coaches feel fit.

A high emphasis on participation, engagement and self-study will be placed on our team groups.

PS 32 will have a weekly opening meeting, where past week’s success is recognized, the upcoming events are emphasized and expectations and team spirit is reinforced.

Program leadership will ensure a single thread of PS 32 team spirit and standards in each class. Coaches will get to know each player in the program and be able to speak on each ones strengths and weaknesses as their relationship with the program evolves over time.

We want each player in our weekly training to feel connected to the program and enjoy pride in the program. Recognizing collective success is encouraged and serves as inspiration to players from all classes and groups.

* Even as we continue to grow our program and competitive team, there remains the opportunity for more social, less competitive play as well.

We will continue to welcome all students and find the right balance for each and every one. We want everyone to engage with the chess program at their comfort level, where the entire student body can enjoy the great benefits of this incredible game.

Team Competitions:

Our PS 32 Team will compete at local, City, State & National competitions.

Program Rates:

• Wednesday Chess Club & Team: $695 per semester

• Optional Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm: $165 per semester

• If you need a one time late pick-up, please email ps32chess@gmail.com and provide the coach in charge $20 at pick-up.

• 10% sibling discount, use code: sibling

• Financial assistance available: email ps32chess@gmail.com

*Each PS 32 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

Support PS 32 Chess:

Donations can be made towards peer scholarships, weekend team coaching expenses, team room expenses, and program development.

Contact Your PS 32 Coaching Team:

Email: ps32chess@gmail.com

Make sure to select a support PS 32 and late pick-up option in order to process the order.