Second Annual Youth Chess Day

An opportunity for Vermont students to learn how to play chess and compete in a recreational tournament. The “Learn-To-Play” session is for students who are new to chess, while the tournament is for experienced players. Students with all levels of experience are encouraged to attend. 

What: Sen. Bernie Sanders’ Second Annual Youth Chess Day
When: Saturday, April 20, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m.  – 12:15 p.m.: Learn-To-Play Session (Grades 1-8)
12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch (free for all participants)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Recreational Tournament

Where: Judd Hall, Vermont State University, 124 Admin Drive, Randolph Center, VT
Details: Vermont students can register by clicking the button below. 

Past Events

Graphic with information on Sen. Sanders' Youth Chess day on April 1 at 11:00 am

First Annual Youth Chess Day

More than 130 students from all 14 Vermont counties joined Sen. Bernie Sanders for his first annual “Youth Chess Day”. The inaugural event featured a learn-to-play

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