National Scholastic Chess Foundation

National Scholastic Chess Foundation The National Scholastic Chess Foundation - inspiring academic excellence through chess.

The National Scholastic Chess Foundation (NSCF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization transforming education and inspiring excellence through the power of chess. With programs in over 100 schools and communities across New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and South Florida, our mission is to unlock students’ potential by developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and lifelong habits of learning. We offer chess as an enrichment activity in after-school, as well as breakfast and lunchtime programs. We specialize in integrating chess curriculum into classrooms and offer tailored strategic support for educational partners. Through initiatives like the National Scholar Chess Player awards (co-sponsored alongside the US Chess Trust) and need-based scholarships, we are committed to recognizing and nurturing excellence—both in chess and academics. Our founder, FIDE Master Sunil Weeramantry, is a nationally acclaimed educator with more than 40 years of experience in championing scholastic chess programs. Our Executive Director, National Master Matan Prilleltensky, holds a Master’s in Teaching and is celebrated for coaching multiple national championship-winning teams and advancing curriculum development in chess education. Connect with us to bring the benefits of chess to your school, community, or organization—and join us in empowering young minds for a brighter future.

09/17/2026

Conozca a la entrenadora y maestra de NSCF, la MFI Amelia Hernández

09/17/2026

Meet NSCF coach and teacher WFM Amelia Hernandez

09/03/2026

Proud to have one of our staff instructors featured by FIDE!

More than a game! We're ready for another exciting year of chess in the curriculum and in enrichment at the NSCF. We had...
08/31/2026

More than a game! We're ready for another exciting year of chess in the curriculum and in enrichment at the NSCF. We had many of our NY and CT-based instructors spend the day with us on Sunday for a workshop that had some fun group activities we can bring into the classroom along with National Master Ian Harris's presentation on how chess helps children develop executive function. Want more info on how to bring quality chess instruction to your child's school? Please visit us at www.nscfchess.org

08/17/2026

What an amazing time Amelia Hernández and Robert McLellan had in Costa Rica with International School Chess Federation!

Folks ask if our kids just do chess all day. Most would like that, but we also have a DOE-certified Phys Ed teacher on s...
08/15/2026

Folks ask if our kids just do chess all day. Most would like that, but we also have a DOE-certified Phys Ed teacher on staff who organizes different activites every day. The girls are taking a break after softball and some of the boys are playing pickle ball. All part of our Summer Chess Camp at The Leffell School. Just I more week of camp available: Visit: https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=2541
and select Session 6.

Even though I am out of the country, Coach Brandon still sent me a few photos so I can see the progress our youngest gro...
08/14/2026

Even though I am out of the country, Coach Brandon still sent me a few photos so I can see the progress our youngest group is making at our Summer Chess Camp at The Leffell School. It's been an awesome week. Well done kids! Just I more week of camp available: Visit: https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=2541
and select Session 6. Thanks to Coach Brandon Vila, IM Silas Lund, NM Chris Welcome and Coach Anthony Federici for continuing to inspire our students.

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