Rules and Regulations

1. Parents are encouraged to stay but allowed to leave. It is very important to let me know if you are going to leave and come back for your children.
2. Parents must pick their children up on time. If you are going to be late, please call ahead of time.  You will be charged $1 per minute, per child, for late pick up.
3. Children and Parents must always follow the building rules.
4. Children must ask permission before leaving the room, even if the child’s parent is present.
5. Be mindful of noise levels. Chess is a game of concentration so please do not disturb your opponent or others in the room.  We also have tenants next door, and they need a quiet environment.
6. No gum or sticky candy is allowed in the Chess Center.
7. Children and Parents are responsible for keeping the Chess Center clean.
8. Students must respect their peers, adults, and property.
9. Children who cannot go to the bathroom on their own must have parental supervision.
10. Please ask before taking anything out of the fridge or kitchen.
11. Children must be on their best behavior at all times.
12. Club forms must be completely filled out when arriving. It is very important to let us know of the special needs that your child may have.
13. Nobody is allowed to stand or hang out in the hallway for any reason. Currently, this will be enforced only on weekdays, but may also be enforced on weekends for special occasions.
14. When arriving and leaving, please be sure everyone is quiet and not distracting any other tenants.
15. It is your responsibility to let me know if someone is bothering you so the issue can be resolved.
16. If you give consent that photos may be taken and posted on the website or any other social media sites, we will ask for permission if your child’s name will be used.
17. There are no refunds or credits for group lessons, tournaments or any other events held at the chess center.
18. For private lessons, prepayment may be requested. There is a full lesson fee for those who do not cancel a lesson within 24 hours of the scheduled lesson.
19. You will be responsible for all fees if your check bounces.
20. If I need to use the restroom your children will remain inside the chess center.
21. Pickup procedure: I will only allow your child to leave with whoever drops them off. Please fill out the form with the names of all people that have permission to take your child at anytime.  If someone off the list needs to pick up your child, you must provide written permission.  When leaving, you must sign out your children.
22. These rules may be modified at any time with or without notice.
23. For those who do not follow these rules: First time you will receive a warning. Second time your parents will be notified.  Time outs may also be given at any time.  Bad behavior may result in dismissal of a child from the chess program and no refunds will be given.

My child’s participation in the Stormont Kings Chess Program is voluntary. I understand that my child’s participation may involve accidental injury and hereby voluntarily assume such risks. Knowing these risks, I want my child to participate in the chess program. I (on behalf of my child) hereby assume the risk of injury, and waive, release, and discharge The Stormont Kings Chess Program, its officers, and assistants, from any and all claims for personal injuries, or damage to property.  I have read, understand, and agree to these terms.

Website: I consent to The Stormont Kings Chess Program use of any photographs or video recordings that are taken of my child while participating in the activities, events, or classes for use in The Stormont Kings Chess Program brochures and program materials that are distributed in printed form and on the Stormont Kings website only. Your child’s name will not be used in connection with these images without written permission.

Social Media: I consent to The Stormont Kings Chess Program use of any photographs or video recordings that are taken of my child while participating in the activities, events, or classes for use in The Stormont Kings Chess Program brochures and program materials that are distributed in printed form and on the internet, including all social media. Your child’s name will not be used in connection with these images without written permission.