Nationals

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where are the National Elementary (K-6) Championship?

Baltimore, MD. May 12-14, 2023

What is the requirement to go to Nationals?

There is no requirement to go to Nationals. It is open to all scholastic chess players.

Do I have to have a minimum rating to go to Nationals?

No, you can be unrated and still compete at Nationals.

How much does it cost to go?

Essentially, you have to pay for airfare, hotel, food and registration fee. Chessquarter provides a service of coach which will be an additional fee. Typically, parents organize fundraising to offset the cost of taking a weekend trip to Columbus, Ohio.

What if I can’t afford to go?

Please reach out to the organizers from your school and request a scholarship. Scholarships are for players only.

When should I get there?

The tournament starts on Friday at 1 pm. Most families choose to fly on Thursday but you can also come on Friday morning.

When do I have to decide if I want to go?

You can decide to go at pretty much any time. However, if you are interested in off-setting cost you need to decide asap to help organize fundraising efforts.

My child has decided to go, what now?

1. Book flights to National Harbor, Maryland.

2. Book hotel

3. Contact parent organizers for the tournament.

4. Fundraise if needed

My child has decided to go, what now?

Book flights

Go ahead and book bus, train or flights to Baltimore, Maryland before ticket prices go up.

Book hotel

Contact parent organizers from your school for the tournament.

Most schools have a group of parents who organize and fundraise to offset the costs. If you do not know the parent organizers at your school please contact me at stephanie@chessquarter.com

Register for the tournament

To register for the tournament please visit the 2023 National Elementary (K-6) Championship website and register before 4/24 to avoid the fee increase.

Fundraise if needed

Need financial assistance? Contact the parent coordinators

2016

2023 Elementary Chess Nationals

Interested in attending?

It’s almost here!

Frequently Asked Questions

My child has decided to go, what now?

Book flights

Book hotel

Contact parent organizers from your school for the tournament.

Register for the tournament

Fundraise if needed

2016

2023 Elementary Chess Nationals

Interested in attending?

It’s almost here!

Frequently Asked Questions

My child has decided to go, what now?

Book flights

Book hotel

Contact parent organizers from your school for the tournament.

Register for the tournament

Fundraise if needed

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