AWARD CEREMONY: Schools are expected to participate in the award ceremony. CIS will do its best to have two ceremonies for tournaments when possible. In either case, schools are expected to stay for the entire ceremony and show respect to all students and schools (this applies to all students and parents). This means, ensuring that your students and children are paying attention. During the awards ceremony, talking and the use of cell phones or other electronic devices is prohibited. Schools should also do their best to find seats and not block the areas that students need to pass to receive their awards.
Chess in the Schools The Andy Lerner Award for Excellence in Chess Education: Winners Announced April 16, 2024. New York City. The winners of the Andy Lerner Award for Excellence in Chess Education were announced.…
Tayler Boyke-Darbouze is a senior at Medgar Evers College Preparatory School. She is currently pursuing an associate’s degree in biology with a mathematics concentration at Medgar Evers College. When she graduates high school, she will…
Selvin Ramirez is currently a senior at James Madison High School. He started his journey with Chess in the Schools when he was in 4th grade, and is now part of our College Bound program.…