My name is Labib Mahmud, and I’m a 16-year-old student currently studying at Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics. I’m an ambitious teen who loves exploring beyond my capabilities. That means I like learning new things; e.g, a new language, photography, electrical design, etc. I like to challenge myself because life is short. My AP …
My name is Jiovanni Hyatt, and I am currently a student at Manhattan Hunter Science. Being a first generation Jamaican, I have always been drawn to exploring new experiences and learning new things. Recently, I have taken an interest in the game of chess, which I started playing just four weeks ago. Despite my short …
By National Master Evan Rabin Happy New Years, everyone! For accountability sakes, I decided to be public with my three chess-related New Year’s Resolutions for 2023: 1) 10 Puzzles/Day As you likely know, we post puzzles on our Facebook page every morning. Every day in the new year, …
By Shaimur Rahman My name is Shamiur and I am currently a senior at Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics. I have a passion for math and computers, which led me to believe I want to become a software engineer. The way computers –or all technologies–worked, fascinated me. I enjoy hanging out with my friends …
Currently, I am a Junior at the Dwight School in New York City, and I am passionate about business and engineering. I am particularly fond of my physics and economics class, which have offered me an exciting academic challenge. Outside of school, I enjoy playing ice hockey on my travel team, the New York City …
By CEO National Master Evan Rabin A few years ago, I had an adult private student who was unrated and was about to play his first tournament, The Manhattan Open. He was rated 1600 on Chess.com and asked me if he should play in the U-1600 section or the U-1400 section. I surprised him when …
By Franci Haskell, Founder of Beautiful Jewish Life I do life coaching. I use many different tools to help my clients. Part of my coaching business includes helping people deal with conflicts in their relationships, due to different religious views and values. I decided to add this service as I am in a similar situation. I …
By our 167th Podcast Guest Karel Van Delft Chessable, a leading platform in chess improvement and part of the Play Magnus Group, is seeking undergraduate and graduate students to apply for the Chessable Research Awards. The Chessable Research Awards are an initiative to develop our understanding of how chess can benefit our lives, how …
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By Mike Polsky, Founder at Polsky Sports & Entertainment Polsky Sports & Entertainment is excited for the upcoming Fall and Winter fundraising season, in which we’ll be present at Golf Outings, Galas, Networking and School events, etc and raising money for respective causes via silent and online auctions. Attendees love to bid on unique experiences …
By Keifer Larose Unfortunately, my time as a SYEP Intern at Premier Chess has come to an end. I don’t know where to start but this has been an amazing experience. From exploring different parts of the city to interacting with kids at camp, and uploading blogs. Over the time, I’ve learned various communication skills, …
Summer Youth Employment Program 2022 Farewell-Keifer Read More »
