
Announcing Leadership Changes
March 2, 2023 Dear Chess in the Schools Community, After nearly seven years, our President and Chief Executive Officer, Debbie Eastburn will be retiring from her role this summer. We are grateful for Debbie’s years…
Dear Friends of Chess in the Schools,
This time of year gives us all a perfect opportunity to reflect upon the past months and, with hopeful anticipation, look to the year ahead. Our 30th Anniversary year closed in June, and we continue our strong service to low-income youth through chess education. We are truly grateful for what our supporters made possible during 2017.
With our donors’ help, this year we:
Every day, chess changes lives, and our work is only possible with your help! Each of our donors plays a pivotal role in our success and in helping Chess in the Schools make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We hope you will help us use chess as an important tool to teach critical thinking, problem solving and the self-confidence needed to succeed in school and life!
Sincerely,
Debbie Eastburn
President & CEO
March 2, 2023 Dear Chess in the Schools Community, After nearly seven years, our President and Chief Executive Officer, Debbie Eastburn will be retiring from her role this summer. We are grateful for Debbie’s years…
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