METCALF CHESS – CHESSCATS
We are very excited to begin another great season of chess.
Our goal is to provide a fun and positive educational experience
for our students. In addition, we participate in local, state and
national chess tournaments. Chess is a parent organized activity
that relies on volunteer help to operate.
Who can join Metcalf Chesscats?
Any Metcalf Student K-8th grade
(ALL levels welcome, including those with no prior chess
experience)
When do we meet?
Every Thursday (Oct 11- March 7) in the CAFETERIA & ROOM 118
in Fairchild.
BEGINNERS: 3:00- 4:00 pm
ADVANCED: 4:00-5:15 pm
FIRST MEETING: October 11th
Intermediate/Advanced Players – What to do before practice?
1) Sit in room and do homework or read until their practice
starts
2) Go home until their practice starts
3) Go to the After-School program until their practice
starts.
4) Help to coach new players (talk with Wendy/Melissa
beforehand).
They will not be allowed to go outside or be in the hallways
unsupervised.
This fee needs to be paid BEFORE the first meeting on October
11th and the kids will need a paw pass from the office, showing us
the fee has been paid.
How do I sign my child up?
Through the Metcalf Website, there is a link to activities.
Please make sure you “Register” AND pay the activity fee
online.
Tournaments Scheduled (more to come):
November 3rd – Illinois All-Grade – Naperville
December 8th – Grove Elementary Tournament
January 12th – Epiphany School Tournament
January 21st – MLK Tournament – Normal West Tournament
February 16th – Benjamin Elementary Tournament
February 23rd – IESA Tournament – Peoria (5th – 8th)
March 9th -10th – State Tournament - ISU
Thank you to Melissa McClelland for being our sponsor
Parent Volunteers are needed