Using chess to provide a dynamic framework for success in school and life—for young people with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
2026-2027 Pre Program Survey (English)
2026-2027 Encuesta de Programa (Spanish)
2026-2027 Registration Form (English)
2026-2027 Curriculum (English)
Our After School program is offered in schools and community centers throughout Oregon and SW Washington.
We integrate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) practices and principles like mindfulness and emotional regulation with chess instruction and play.
Practice Tournaments, 25+ regional tournaments across Oregon and SW Washington, 1 state tournament, Girls Play Chess and City of Portland Tournaments — all free for our program students to compete in! Non CFS students can join a tournament for a $25 registration fee!
Check out the map and listings to see if we have CFS programs at your school!
We have programs in 95 different sites across 19 different school districts.
Want your school to be one of them? Learn how to refer your school and start the process today.