ST. JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL
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  • About
    • Who We Are
    • Letter From The Principal
    • Letter From The Pastor
    • Mission & Philosophy
    • Board Of Education
    • Volunteer >
      • Becoming A Volunteer
      • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Careers
    • Testimonials
    • Contact Us
  • Admissions
    • Enrollment Process
    • Non-Discrimination Policy
    • Tuition
    • Financial Aid
    • Visit Us
  • Student Life
    • Academics >
      • What Sets Us Apart
      • Early Childhood
      • Elementary
      • Middle School
      • Blue Ribbon
      • STEM
      • Middle States Accreditation
    • Little Knights Daycare
    • Athletics >
      • Basketball
      • Cheerleading
      • Karate
      • Middle School Soccer
      • Soccer Shots
      • Speed and Agility- Maximize Training Center
      • Tennis - Derry Township Community Center
      • Volleyball
      • Track >
        • Directions
    • Activities >
      • Crazy 8s Math Club
      • Chess Club
      • Cooking Club
      • Dance Club
      • Girl Scouts
      • Italian Club
      • Lego Club
      • Ongoing Activities
      • Science Explorers
      • Yearbook Club
    • Music & Arts >
      • Art Club
      • Choir
      • Choral & Theater Events
      • Voice & Piano Lessons
    • School Live Streams
    • Summer Camp
    • WINGS Extended Care
  • MySJA
    • Rediker Portal
    • Classroom Pages >
      • Early Childhood >
        • Pre4A - Mrs. Ritter Classroom Page
        • Pre4B - Mrs. White Classroom Page
        • Pre4C - Mrs. Brennan Classroom Page
        • KA - Mrs. Lively Classroom Page
        • KB - Miss Rugalla Classroom Page
        • KC - Miss Benzi
      • Elementary >
        • 1A - Miss. Buszta Homework >
          • 1A - Miss. Buszta Classroom Page
        • 1B - Miss Grudi Homework >
          • 1B - Mrs. Grudi Classroom Page
        • 2A - Miss Spruyt Homework >
          • 2A- Miss Spruyt Classroom Page
        • 2B - Mrs Grabowski Homework >
          • 2B - Mrs. Grabowski Classroom Page
        • 3A - Mrs. Kline Homework >
          • 3A - Mrs. Kline Classroom Page
        • 3B - Mrs. Chardo Homework >
          • 3B - Mrs. Chardo Classroom Page
        • 4A - Ms. Spaeder Classroom Page
        • 4B - Mrs. Severs Classroom Page
        • 5A - Mrs. Waning Classroom Page
        • 5B - Mrs. Waverka Classroom Page
      • Middle School >
        • 6A - Mrs. LaGrelius
        • 6B - Mrs. Smith
        • 7A - Mrs. Gensemer
        • 7B - Mr. Hopstetter
        • 8A - Mr. Bartek
        • 8B - Mrs. Smoker
      • Specials >
        • Library - Mrs. Murphy
        • Art - Mrs. Mindy Homework >
          • Art - Mrs. Mindy Classroom Page
        • Music - Mrs. Stoltzfus Classroom Page
        • PE Mr. Lawler Homework Page >
          • PE Mr. Lawler Classroom Page
        • Technology Mrs. Grijalva Homework Page >
          • Technology Mrs Purcell Classroom Page
        • Spanish - Mrs. Tropp
        • Instructional Support Mrs. Bonn Classroom Page
        • Reading Specialist Mrs. Sansone
        • CAIU >
          • CAIU-ANPS - Reading, Math & Speech
          • School Counselor
    • Guidelines >
      • Handbook
      • Extended Absence Form
      • Snow Day
      • Evacuation Information
      • Wellness Policy
      • Bully Prevention
      • Non-Discrimination Policy
      • Uniforms >
        • Uniforms - Flynn & O'Hara
        • Uniforms - Lands End
    • PTO >
      • PTO Calendar of Events
      • PTO Individual Events >
        • Halloween Parade
        • Trunk or Treat
        • Spaghetti Dinner
        • PTO International Faire
        • Egg Hunt
      • PTO Board
      • Get Involved
      • PTO Reimbursement
      • Meeting Minutes
      • Homeroom Parents HQ
      • Dinner for Dollars
      • Dinner for Daughters
      • Seasonal Activities
  • Support SJA
    • Make a Payment/Donation
    • Annual Fund
    • Signature Events >
      • Race For Education
      • Night of Knights Gala >
        • Night of Knights Gallery
    • Planned Giving and Endowment
    • Grants
    • No Cost Fundraising
    • Sponsor a Child
    • EITC
    • Donate Your PA Tax Dollars (SPE)
    • Alumni Relations
  • Quicklinks
    • Wish List 2025-26
    • Payments & Donations
    • Lunch Menu
    • Calendar
    • Friday Family Folder
    • SCRIP
    • Spirit Wear
    • Parish
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    • Scholarship Volunteer Hours

Chess Club

Beginner Chess Club
Perfect for students who are new to the game, this program introduces the fundamentals of chess in a fun, approachable way. During the first 30 minutes of each session, students will learn the rules of the game, how each piece moves, and basic strategies. The remaining 30 minutes will be dedicated to supervised gameplay, giving players a chance to practice what they’ve learned.

Session 1

- Dates: September 18 – December 18 (No session on November 27)
- Day/Time: Thursdays, 3:00–4:00 PM
- Location: 3rd Floor Science Lab
- Grades: 2–8

Session 2

- Dates: January 8 – May 28 (no session on April 2)
- Day/Time: Thursdays, 3:00–4:00 PM
- Location: 3rd Floor Science Lab
- Grades: 2–8
REGISTER FOR BEGINNER CHESS

Intermediate/Advanced Chess Club
Designed for students with a solid understanding of chess, this club helps take their skills to the next level. The first 15 minutes of each session will focus on advanced strategies for openings and endgames. The remaining 45 minutes will be spent playing supervised games to refine techniques and sharpen thinking skills.

Session 1
- Dates:
September 16 – December 16

- Day/Time: Tuesdays, 3:00–4:00 PM
- Location: 3rd Floor Science Lab
- Grades: 2–8

Session 2
- Dates: January 6 – May 26
- Day/Time: Tuesdays, 3:00–4:00 PM
- Location: 3rd Floor Science Lab
- Grades: 2–8
REGISTER FOR INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CHESS


Please email Mrs. Gavin directly with questions.
St. Joan of Arc School
1525 Sand Hill Road | Hummelstown, PA 17036
P: (717) 533-2854 | F: (717) 534-0755
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