Voss Chess Club 2022-2023

Chess club is an in school activity that meets every week on Wednesdays. It is open to all grades and is designed to give students an opportunity to learn the game of chess, improve their chess skills, and to enjoy competition against their peers. Beginners will be taught the basic rules, the value of pieces, and how to checkmate their opponents. Experienced players will learn different opening and defense strategies, various tactics, and will challenge themselves by solving chess puzzles. While there will be friendly competition between members, the goal of the chess club is to build the following skills: self-esteem, critical thinking, concentration, social skills and good sportsmanship. 

Members are expected to come when available, and we will cap at 18 members due to supplies and room.