Smyser Elem School is very proud to officially announce the outstanding winners of this years very competitive and intellectually stimulating fifth-grade spelling bee championship. An exciting, tense final round that went on for more than an intense hour of complex vocabulary challenges concluded with a well-deserving ultimate champion crowned to the cheers of peers. We send our very best congratulations to all the brave competitors for their amazing effort and study hours plus their very good spelling skills which were wonderfully displayed throughout the whole tough academic event.

Q1. What chess strategies do they teach the beginners at Smyser Elem School?

Ans. At Smyser Elem School, beginners learn the basic opening principles, values of pieces, and basic checkmate patterns.

Q2. Is there a chess team at Smyser Elem School?

Ans. Yes, Smyser Elem School has a very competitive chess team and competes in state-level tournaments.

Q3. How is chess integrated into the math curriculum at Smyser Elem School?

Ans. Smyser Elem School teaches kids math skills such as strategic planning, spatial reasoning and complex problem solving using chess.

Q4. How do students play chess at Smyser Elem School?

Ans. Recess at Smyser Elem School offers students the chance to play chess either on digital platforms or on physical boards.

Q5. Does Smyser Elem School have school-wide chess tournaments?

Ans. Smyser Elem School holds an annual school-wide chess tournament that includes divisions for all skill levels.