CFS Students get more than just chess!
In a 2006 study, CFS students performed better, compared to the state average, in both math and reading test scores.
Through chess, all students in CFS after-school programs are introduced to concepts including:
- mindfulness
- distress tolerance
- emotional regulation
- interpersonal skills
- 91.7% of CFS students met or exceeded standards in reading compared to 86.7% in the state.
- 93% of CFS students met or exceeded standards in math compared to 88.3% in the state.
Serving
- nearly 2,500 students
- in 95 schools
- in 23 school districts
- in Oregon, SW Washington, and Hawaii
Helping kids develop the skills they need for a successful life
through equitable and supportive programming
We are for focus … on education and growth in the communities we serve.
We are for friendship … through inclusivity, accessibility, and confidence building.
We are for fun … at the center of what we do!
