Mission

1. Bring together DMS chess players and tabletop gamers to share their hobby and interests with each other in a welcoming & relaxed environment. Through games, we hope to increase cooperative and collaborative thinking, strategy, and real-time social interaction.

2. Provide an organized chess tournament venue for competitive-minded players.

   • • The club's goal is to host up to 2 tournaments a year, one in each semester. Tournaments are open to any member of the DMS community, including staff and parents. There is no required skill level to play - just come and have a good time. The tournament bracket is decided at random. Snacks are provided.

3. Promote increased knowledge and understanding of the game of chess as an art and as an intellectual sport. We are creating an online library of instructional books, videos, and chess publications. The DMS Chess Club seeks to foster the development of its members as chess players and enhance the community's appreciation of "The Royal Game".

4. Membership in The DMS Chess & Games Club is open to any person with an interest in chess or tabletop gaming, regardless of experience or playing ability.