School Programs
Texas Chess Center is proud to offer programs for Spring 2025. We are committed to forming critical thinkers, one move at a time.
Spring Classes
We are excited to introduce two dozen new programs this spring.
School Tournament
An end-of-semester chess tournament for parents to see their students apply their new chess skills.
Lesson Structure
Trusted by over 70 schools for 10+ years. We develop hundreds of strong minds, one game at a time.
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Our lessons include 30 minutes of interactive, premier chess instruction. Our tier-one curriculum has taught hundreds of classes at over 50 school programs.
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25 minutes of peer-to-peer chess play. Your students will practice active application of chess concepts on the board while experiencing the social dynamics and strategic challenges of in-person play.
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End-of-semester chess tournaments for students to compete and display their chess skills. This unrated tournament features prizes, and trophies, and the perfect opportunity for parents to see everything their children accomplished!
Why Chess?
Academic Outcomes
Research shows that chess improves focus, memory, and problem-solving abilities, contributing to better performance in math, reading, and science.
Social-Emotional Skills
Success in chess requires building patience, sportsmanship, and strategic thinking while promoting confidence and self-discipline.
Grit & Resilience Development
Angela Duckworth’s research on grit identifies chess as an activity that naturally fosters perseverance and long-term goal-setting.
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Class Policies
Weather Cancellation
When schools cancel class due to weather conditions, we do our best to schedule a make-up session. While we’re unable to guarantee, we seek to find a suitable date that works with our schools
Make-Up Classes
Students cannot make up a class if they are absent during the predetermined program schedule.
Refunds
Refunds are only available before the 2nd day of the program. There are no prorated refunds for students who leave the program. Exceptions to this policy can be made upon request.