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On July 28, the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis hosted its first-ever Chess Merit Badge workshop. The CCSCSL has so far been focusing on supporting local chess merit badge counselors, but with the help of the Boy Scouts of America, we were actually able to host our own event here at the Chess Club.
Fourteen eager boy scouts and their parents descended on the Central West End to see if they had what it takes to earn the Chess Merit Badge. Participants went through a rigorous eight-hour workshop (with an hour lunch break, of course). Despite the fact that all of the participants knew the basic rules, there were many additional requirements to fulfill. Boy Scouts learned chess lingo, algebraic notation, and took part in a an actual chess tournament.
The day was wrapped up with an examination. Each Boy Scout had to answer a series of questions and demonstrate the first ten moves of their tournament game, using algebraic notation. Boy Scout Councilor Ernest Hayes, moderated the examination and referred all 14 scouts to receive the badge. From all of us, at the Chess Club, congratulations scouts!!
The next Boy Scout Merit Badge Workshop will take place on October 27 here at the Chess Club. Sign up today by calling 314.361.2437. More information on the upcoming event can be found below.
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The Boy Scouts of America strives to instill in young people the principles of integrity, character, responsibility and leadership - preparing them to make ethical and moral choices throughout their lifetimes. The Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis prides on its mission to provide a quality, dynamic program of learning and adventure that builds critical thinking, forward thinking, and proper sportsmanship in young people.
When: October 27
Where: Chess Club, 4657 Maryland Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108
What Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Snack Break 11-11:15 a.m.; Lunch 1-2 p.m.
Description:
1. Earn your chess merit badge in a one-day workshop.
2. Meet other scouts interested in chess.
3. Learn from the best at an internationally recognized chess facility.
4. Learn about the scope of chess in the world today, find resources to improve your game, and find out how you can participate in chess competitions, classes and activities.
5. Earn your Boy Scout Chess Merit Badge!
Requirements: The workshop is free of cost to any Boy Scouts looking to fulfill the merit badge requirement. Basic knowledge of chess rules is strongly recommended. Transportation and lunch not provided. Snack will be provided by the CCSCSL, parents are advised to report possible allergens.
Registration: Register by phone before October 26, 2012 at 314.361.CHESS (2437) or the day of from 9 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
