The COVID-19 pandemic postponed the activities of Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School’s Chess Club for 20 months. But in November, more than 60 students returned to the boards to study and compete in the game.
Interest was so high, the school said, that the club meets on two separate days to accommodate all the players.
Besides learning the strategies of chess, the kids have another goal: To compete in the Town of Miami Lakes Mayor’s Chess Challenge, with students from area schools participating. It is to be held early in 2022.
Shown in the photo at left are, from left and clockwise: Kayleen Arias; Dylan Pimental at rear; Krystal Arias; Jordan Ruiz and Juliette Sosa.
In the second photo are, from left Sonia Panaque; Joseph Moreno; Dylan Pimental and Julian Rodriguez.
Photos courtesy of Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School in Miami Lakes.