PS 39 Chess Club & Team

Welcome to the PS 39 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 39 players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our PS 39 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 39 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.

Friday Chess Club & Team

Spring Friday 2025: February 7th - June 13th

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

• February 7th, 14th, 28th

• March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th

• April 4th, 11th, 25th

• May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

• June 13th

Fall Friday 2024: September 20th - January 31st

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

• December 6th, 13th, 20th

• January 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Prorated Enrollment Codes Available

Players meet in the auditorium directly after-school where they receive a light snack and have a team meeting. Instruction and play will occur in PS 39 classes onsite. Pick-up will occur at 5:00 PM directly in front of the school.

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 39 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 39 Team Competitions:

Our PS 39 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

• Financial assistance available - email ps39chess@gmail.com

* Each PS 39 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

Support PS 39 Chess:

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

Contact Your PS 39 Coaching Team:

Email: ps39chess@gmail.com

Make sure to select a support PS 39 and late pick-up option in order to process the order.