School Enrollment — Winter Season (Jan–Mar) • Meets at Discovery Center
Richmond’s Chess + STEAM league for schools. Practices on your campus. Monthly league meets and the Championship at the Discovery Center at Stony Point™.
Submit School / PTA Form Email: info@discoverychess.com
How It Works
- Practices: 1×/week on your campus (60–90 minutes). Existing clubs choose any day; start‑ups launch on Wednesdays or Thursdays.
- Meets: 1×/month hosted at the Discovery Center; friendly interschool competition.
- Championship: April–May at the Discovery Center.
- What we provide: Coaches, curriculum, equipment, parent comms, and meet operations.
Who Can Join
Current schools: O.B. Gates ES • Swift Creek MS • Heartgrove ES • Deep Run HS
Prospective: Bettie Weaver ES • Sabot • Collegiate • Manchester HS • Tomahawk Creek MS • Southhampton ES
Minimum 10 students per school to participate.
Programs & Pricing
Existing Clubs (Parent‑Funded)
$99 / month per student
- Monthly membership (Jan–Mar)
- Full‑season commitment • Auto‑pay
- No cancellations or early withdrawals
- Includes monthly league meets at Discovery Center
Starter Clubs (Pilot Program)
Same $99 rate after pilot
- 4–6 week pilot: we train & equip your sponsor on‑site free of charge
- No penalty if your school does not continue after pilot
- If continuing, converts to $99/month (full‑season commitment)
School‑Funded (Athletics‑Style)
- Varsity: $6,950 / season (90‑min weekly + 2 meets + Championship + equipment)
- Junior Varsity: $4,950 / season (60–75 min weekly + 2 meets + Championship)
- Title I: $3,950 / season (access pricing + loaner kit + sponsor training)
- Invoiced per season • District bundle pricing available
Season Details & Requirements
Season Structure
- Roster: 10–40 students per school
- Time controls: G/15 or G/25 d5 (adjustable)
- Optional add‑ons: Family Chess Night, Coach PD, USCF prep
Uniform & Compliance
- Championship uniform: League Polo $49.99 per student (purchased via Discovery Center)
- Background‑checked coaches • Safety protocols • Sportsmanship standards
- USCF‑rated options available on request
IP & Media Rights
Discovery Chess, LLC retains ownership of all media, marketing footage, educational materials, curriculum derivatives, branding assets, and non‑identifiable program data created during pilot or league participation.
Ready to Join?
Send: “Ready to join: [School Name] + preferred day/time + season (Winter)” to info@discoverychess.com. We will respond with a 1‑page agreement and your launch kit.
Includes Parent & School/PTA Flyer
(Full Color & Low Color Options)