The Chicago Cops & Kids Chess Initiative promotes non-violence and positive relationships with youth and police.
by
John Bain
Founder David Heiser has brought the benefits of chess to over 30,000 children in the Chicago public schools. See David’s photo and short biography below.
Photos from Renaissance Knights Chess Foundation
The Cops & Kids Chess Initiative reaches 18 Schools and 270 5th-12th grade students with 25 weekly classes between October and March, holds two chess tournaments, and hosts one grand year-end event!
Photos from Renaissance Knights Chess Foundation
Photos from Renaissance Knights Chess Foundation
Photos from Renaissance Knights Chess Foundation
Some of the 32 Chicago Police Officers who participated in the Cops & Kids Chess Initiative.
Photos from Renaissance Knights Chess Foundation
David Heiser (above left in photo), the President and Founder of Chicago’s Renaissance Knights Chess Club, has 30 years of combined expertise within law enforcement and nonprofit management, developing innovative programs that enrich the lives of Chicago’s youth, while engaging them in positive community relations.
David also serves as the Chess Advisor to the Chicago Public Schools’ Academic Chess programs.
In the summer, Chicago Cops & Kids sponsors a 3-week camp for 20 high school students and a 2-week camp for 35 5th-8th graders.
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