North Elementary is proud to have a thriving chess club with members in all grades, from Kindergarten through 5th.  We currently have four groups and almost 100 players.  Each group meets once every two weeks, but there is plenty of learning that can be done while students are waiting for their next club meeting. Please see the resources below to learn more.  

I linked websites that I personally used for learning. However, parents and guardians should ultimately decide what tools, websites, and programs are a good fit for their children.  North Elementary has not created accounts for our club on these websites.

One of the first things that we learn is the correct way to set up a chess board.  Players may use the guide to the left to check their piece placement. Pay special attention to the locations of the king and queen on each side. 

Image credit: Jared Mitcham

Each player is assigned to a color group. The meeting dates for each color group are shown here.  Don't know your child's color group? Email Mrs. Bartley to check!