To see the scholarships awarded for the 2005/2006 school year, click here.

The Chess Association for Arkansas Schools is a state organization of parents and educators working to develop and improve chess play throughout the schools of Arkansas.  Our purpose is to show that chess can be an integral part of any program because it shows students the reward of study and practice, enhances the development of critical thinking skills, cultivates creative problem solving, fosters self-esteem in a fun and motivating manner, and promotes good sportsmanship in a time-honored fashion.  CAAS believes that encouraging and supporting competitive chess in our schools will contribute to the societal goal of raising literate and civilized citizens who will have the skills necessary to effectively participate in a democracy.

 We will offer at least one nonrenewable scholarship (contingent on available funding) in the amount of $500.00  to be used towards tuition, books, or fees. 

The following criteria will apply to all applicants:

1. Applications will be accepted from students whose high school is a current member of CAAS.  Check website  www.chess-for-arkansas-schools.org for a list of CAAS member schools.

2. Applicant must attend an accredited college, university, technical or vocational school with the intention of pursuing a degree.

3. This scholarship will be awarded for the fall term when proof of paid tuition has been received by CAAS secretary Karm Prock, P.O. Box 850, Beebe, AR  72012.

4. The application must be completed and returned on or before May 1^st of the application year to CAAS secretary Karm Prock, P. O. Box 850, Beebe, AR  72012.

5. Please include at least one letter of recommendation from a teacher, principal, counselor, or chess coach.

 To apply, print out the Scholarship Application Form.

For more information  call Karm Prock at 501-882-8614.