Scholastic Chess Tournament

SCHOLASTIC CHESS TOURNAMENT

Join us on Saturday, April 15, 2023 for the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian’s Scholastic Chess Tournament!

Since school and community chess programs have been created and revitalized, the 1500-year-old game has seen a resurgence in Mississippi. These tournaments are an important opportunity for children in Mississippi to exercise not only their skills but self-confidence. A growing body of research indicates that playing chess improves students’ problem-solving and critical thinking skills, which directly translates to their math, science, and reading scores.

Divisions:

• K-3 Unrated
• K-5 Unrated
• K-8 Unrated
• K-12 Unrated
• U800 Rated (all ages welcome)
• OPEN Rated (all ages welcome)

Fees:

• $20 Entry Fee for Tournament Participants (For both MCM Members & Non-Members)
• $5 for Each Accompanying Adult/Child (Free for MCM Members)
• All entry fees include access to all museum exhibits for the day

Pre-registration is recommended & appreciated. Check-in and on-site registration will be available from 9 AM – 10 AM. Walk-ins on Saturday are welcome!

Rounds:

First Round starts at 10:30 AM

• Everyone will play in 5 Swiss-paired, G/25+5. No eliminations.
• Chess sets (board/pieces/clocks) will be provided for use during the tournament.
• Trophies will be awarded to the Top 3 players in each division.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

If you have questions regarding the tournament or need more information, please e-mail BethThrasher@MSscholasticChess.org or call/text 601.941.5153.

Additional information also available at www.MSscholasticChess.org

Museum Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

• Design a woven chess board
• Create a pop art chess picture
• 3D pattern play blocks
• Magnetic building tiles
• Garden games
• Grab a bite or treat from D& T Grill and Snow Biz