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WADDELL CHESS CLUB 2012-2013
The Chess Club is open to Waddell Academy students (K-8) serious about learning, playing (recreationally or competitively) or developing their skills in chess. Young children (K-1) will be evaluated to ensure an appropriate maturity level and an adequate level of parental involvement for that group. The Chess Club will meet every Monday beginning October 15, 2012 from 3:15 to 4:30. Registration will be open through the end of October, although new students may join throughout the year based on availability. K-1 students will be asked to attend the first session with a parent or guardian. There is generally not a limitation on the number of participants but we may be constrained by the availability of chess instructors, in which case we will accept students on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each session will be part chess instruction and part chess playing time. The fee for the club will be $100. Checks should be made out to the Waddell PTSA and are payable in two installments. Financial aid will be available. Funds are used to cover the cost of snacks, chess workbook sheets, instruction with National Masters, entry fees for team tournaments and end-of-year parties. Waddell Chess Club T-shirts and tournament sets can be purchased separately. Transportation is not available for students. It is the responsibility of parents/guardians to pick up children at the end of each session, no later than 4:45. Please keep that in mind as all adults will be leaving the premises as well. Please complete the form and return it with your child to the first chess club meeting. K-1 students will need to bring the form after they have been evaluated (assume that your child has a green light unless you hear otherwise) and they are certain they would like to remain in the club for the remainder of the year.
Questions?
Teacher sponsors are available by email: Connie Zeng ([email protected])
Nse Eyo ([email protected]) Parent coordinators:
Sucharita Kodali [email protected], 704-341-4308 Tara Pannell [email protected]
QUESTIONNAIRE Please answer the following questions as completely as
possible. The questions are wide- ranging, but we need to know how to best encourage, support and challenge
your child!
1. Did your child participate in the Chess Club last year?
Yes No
2. Does your child know the basics to chess? Circle all
that apply:
Game pieces by name Board set up
How pieces move
3. Does your child play chess at home? Yes No
If yes, with whom? Circle all that apply:
Parents Siblings Friends Computer
Other_
4. Has your child ever played in a tournament before? Yes No
If Yes, USCF Rating:
5. Would your child be interested in playing in a
scholastic tournament? Yes No
Due to the large number of students anticipated, additional
parent volunteer support will be expected. You do not need to
know how to play chess to assist! Parents of K-1 students will be
required to volunteer one session per semester.
We need volunteers! If you can help, we will have a sign up sheet
at the first meeting or sign up below. We are looking for a snack
coordinator and a “chess store” coordinator along with weekly
classroom help. Please note that all volunteers will need to first
sign up through the CMS volunteer website.
____________________________________________
Please check here to confirm acknowledgement of transportation and pickup requirements.
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Child’s Name:
Parent’s Name:
Home Phone: ( ) _________________________ Other Phone: ( ) _________________________ Parent’s Email:
Child’s Grade: _________________________ Homeroom Teacher: _______________________________ Mailing Address:
Please list any allergies:
Behavior Expectations We will have a “Code of Conduct” for both parties and children to sign in order to provide a positive learning experience for students with minimal disruptions. We expect the children to behave appropriately and exhibit a level of seriousness with regard to learning chess. The chess instructors and sponsors deserve the children’s respect and attention every week. Any child deemed to be such a disruption will be asked to leave the club.
Checks are payable to the Waddell PTSA; write “Chess” in the notes.
WADDELL CHESS CLUB REGISTRATION FORM 2012-2013
