PS 230 Chess Club & Team

Welcome to the PS 230 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 230 players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our PS 230 Team will prepare for local, City, State & National Competitions.

Our in-person programming will match players into groups based on skill, interest level & age. 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):

• Kings: 400+ USCF

• Queens: U400 USCF players with an eye towards competition

• Knights: Social developmental play

• Pawns: K-1, introductory coaching & play

* Each PS 230 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.

Thursday Chess Club & Team

Spring Thursday 2025: February 6th - June 12th

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

• February 6th, 13th, 27th

• March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

• April 3rd, 10th, 24th

• May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

• June 5th, 12th

Fall Thursday 2024: September 20th - January 31st

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

• December 5th, 12th, 19th

• January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

Prorated Enrollment Codes Available

Email ps230chess@gmail.com for Prorated Codes.

K-1st graders are escorted to the Upper Building. Players will meet in the auditorium directly after-school. Training, play and a light snack will take place in classrooms onsite at PS 230. 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 230 will have a weekly opening meeting, where past weeks success is recognized, the upcoming events are emphasized and expectations and team spirit is reinforced.

PS 230 Team Competitions:

Our PS 230 Team will compete at local, City, State & National competitions.

Program Rates: $745 per Semester

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

• 10% sibling discount available

• Financial assistance available - email ps230chess@gmail.com

* Each PS 230 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

Support PS 230 Chess:

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

Contact Your PS 230 Coaching Team:

Email: ps230chess@gmail.com

Make sure to select a support PS 230 and late pick-up option in order to process the order.