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Thanks to everyone who participated in the March 20 tournament at Endhaven Elementary! We exceeded all expectations with 125 players and 20 schools represented.
Special thanks to the Endhaven Chess Club and Ballantyne Rotary Club for their assistance and support.
The winning K-3 teams were Selwyn (3rd), Endhaven (2nd) and Hawk Ridge (1st). For the K-5, Selwyn (3rd), Hawk Ridge (2nd) and Endhaven (1st). Smith Academy won 1st in the K-8. See the individual results.
View the photo gallery.
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Congratulations!
Results from the February 27 & 28 NC State Scholastic Chess Championship are in. Read about the outstanding achievements of Mike & Jessica's students here.
View the photo gallery. Additional pictures here. And a video on the local news.
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Thank you to players and donors at the January 16th simultaneous benefit exhibition at Myers Park High School.
Your generosity raised $379 in three hours to go directly to S.O.S. Haiti Development Foundation, an organization linked to a Charlotte chess family from Haiti.
If you would like to contribute directly, you may mail your contribution to: Dr. Saidel Laine, Foundation President, S.O.S. Haiti Development Foundation (SOSHADEF) 18 Samana Drive, Coconut Grove, FL 33133.
Many thanks to the Myers Park High School Chess Team and Joe Biernacki for helping to organize the event.
For a recap of the event: "Chess Exhibition Raises Funds for Haitian Earthquake Victims," Chess Life Online.
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