The Pawn Project

December's Special Guest: Brad Pratt

Brad is a lifelong chess player and a world language teacher with Frederick County Public Schools. His current mission is to expand chess programs in local school systems. You can find him on the basketball court, making his hoop dreams come true when he is not playing or teaching chess. In past chapters, Brad has been a chemist, reptile showman, and plumber—proof that his curiosity and versatility know no bounds.

Sharpen your chess skills with individualized instruction for beginner to intermediate players, and pair up with chess enthusiasts at a similar skill level for friendly matches. The Pawn Project is a youth initiative of the nonprofit Shenandoah Valley Chess Club. It aims to help youth in grades K-12 grow from pawns into powerhouses!