The West Orange Community House and Boys & Girls club introduces an official "Chess Club" at the Washington Program. Rick Greenbaum, who is no stranger to chess, facilitates this program with his own wit and his own chess boards. Every Tuesday, during this 10 week session, 10-15 kids participate to not only to learn the game of Chess, but learn about "thinking ahead" and "Strategy".
The idea behind this program, as stated by Greenbaum, is hoping that involving these children in chess will improve their academics. I personally have not seen children enjoy chess as much as these kids. This is definitely an under-rated board game and I am excited to introduce Mr. Greenbaum and the chess program at the other after school sites in the next few month!
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