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We believe that recognising the merit of educational institutions that work with educational chess is fundamental because it promotes academic excellence, encourages students to excel in their studies, motivates teachers and educational staff to continue improving their teaching methods, and strengthens the school community by creating an environment conducive to learning and self-improvement.
The importance of awarding recognition prizes to schools and colleges involved in chess projects lies in several aspects. First, these awards can encourage students to participate in additional chess-related activities, which can improve their school performance and critical thinking skills. Second, the prizes can encourage coexistence between students from different cultural and social backgrounds, as chess is a tool for good coexistence between individuals belonging to different socio-economic and religious groups. And, third, the prizes can attract the attention of the educational community and promote the value of chess as a sport, healthy recreational activity and pedagogical tool.
The FIDE Education Commission is pleased to announce its new initiative: the launch of the FIDE Chess School Award.
The award is established to enhance the quality and position of chess in the primary and secondary education systems around the world. We wish to provide recognition and motivation for existing Chess in Education activities and programs in schools through a certification process. The second objective is to inspire new schools to increase their level of involvement in educational chess. The FIDE Chess School Award provides an effective means to achieve these goals.
The FIDE School Awards will accept applications in English, Spanish, Russian and German from schools around the world. The prize committee is made up of FIDE EDU members Nina Bodenchuk, Boris Bruhn and Uvencio Blanco Hernandez, who will evaluate applications as they are received.
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Schools with inclusive programs that involve most of their students, many from varying abilities and backgrounds, have an excellent chance of receiving the award. Schools that celebrate diversity and demonstrate high social awareness in their communities, with a focus on commitment and shared interest between students, educators, and parents for a holistic, game-based approach to education beyond the traditional academic subjects, will also be granted the award.
Several aspects of school chess are examined. There are ten questions altogether, and applicants are asked to answer each question in as much detail as possible and provide supporting evidence. Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards can be obtained depending on meeting all or some of the criteria. Applications are accepted in English, Spanish, Russian, and German languages, and we may add additional languages in the future. The application fee for the award is €150. Two application cycles are planned in each year. In the current cycle, applications are invited until March 31, with the awards announced in June. Please apply via the FIDE EDU website. For more information, see the FIDE Handbook or write to education@fide.com.
The FIDE Chess School certificate and logo can be displayed in school, used in school publications, and promoted on the school website.
National Chess Federations will be notified about all FIDE Chess Schools in their country.
For recognition, award winners will be listed on the FIDE EDU website. Schools will thus make themselves visible to organisations looking for reliable partners for social activities.
FIDE Chess Schools will form a wider community with increased connectivity to one another. Being part of our network opens opportunities for collaboration with other schools and participation in broader chess events.
Online vendors will provide a platform for joint training events and a multitude of chess activities. FIDE EDU will host discussion forums for teachers of FIDE Chess Schools to share best practices and educational resources. Speakers will be invited to share their experiences of using chess as an educational tool.
Additional incentives for schools participating in the FIDE Chess School Award will be provided as they become available.
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We examine your school's suitability for the FIDE Chess School Award in ten categories. There are guiding questions for each category. There is no need to answer every guiding question.
Enhance your application by providing detailed information in your descriptions and by sending us relevant supporting material.
We recommend that you prepare your answers prior to filling in the application form.
1. Facilities
Describe the facilities that enable chess instruction in your school.
2. Student involvement
Provide details about student involvement in chess activities.
3. Teaching materials
Explain what is taught in the chess classes and what materials are used.
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4. Chess events
What chess events are organized in your school?
5. Chess Educators
Who teaches chess and what are their qualifications in education and in chess?
6. Representation of school chess
7. Social commitment
How inclusive and socially committed is your school chess?
8. Chess as an educational tool
How is chess integrated into the school curriculum?
9. Financing school chess
Explain how your school chess program is financed.
10. Testimonials
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