Christmas Scholastic Open, December 14th. Columbia, MO
Location: Columbia Academy for Learning and Enrichment (2201 W Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203)
2 Sections:
• K-5th Grade (all ratings)
• K-12th Grade: (all ratings)
All sections are USCF-rated.
The number of participants is limited (30 seats).
Time control: G/25; d10.
4 rounds.
Swiss system pairings. (Pairings will be available on the website and in the playing hall before each round).
Sections could be combined if not enough players are registered in one category.
Registration:
The entrance fee is $30 before 12/12 and $35 after. $10 discount for current students of North American Chess School (contact us for details). $10 family discount (click here to use it).
Payment can be made by DEBIT or CREDIT CARD using the button REGISTER below on this page.
Paymnets can be send as well by ZELLE/VENMO to 5736394111 with participant information.
Special discount if you registered for multiple tournaments (10%, 15% and 25%). Click here to view our tournament packages.
Prizes:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals, trophies for the first place, and special prizes will be awarded to individuals in all sections. A special trophy will be awarded to the best school team (just for school team which has 4 or more players). The best 4 players from the school will contribute to the team points. Special prizes for the 1st place the best girl’s results (best scores from any section, if at least 3 girls are registered).
Complimentary water, drinks, and snacks will be provided.
The number of prizes in each category can be changed according to the number of players registered.
Schedule:
| Saturday | December 14th | 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Registration |
| Saturday | December 14th | 10:00 a.m. | Round 1 |
| Saturday | December 14th | 11:00 a.m. | Round 2 |
| Saturday | December 14th | 12:00 p.m. | Round 3 |
| Saturday | December 14th | 1:00 p.m. | Round 4 |
| Saturday | December 14th | After the end of the last round | Closing Ceremony |
Extra Information
Boards, clocks, and chess blanks will be provided.