The Chess club is designed for students to learn the basics of chess and for those more advanced in chess to learn new strategies to improve their overall game. The students will play games of chess during the class as well as receive coaching. Students will be encouraged to participate in Chess tournaments at a later date.

The creative writing CCA will encourage writing in any shape or form. From poetry to fantasy to nonfiction writing, students can finally work out those ideas that have been lurking in the backs of their minds. We will go through the writing process with students so they can draft, edit and publish their pieces by the end of the semester.

The Gardening CCA will teach students about different gardening techniques; types of plants, including vegetable plants, herbs, and decorative plants; vertical gardening; soil types; and whatever other gardening topics the students are interested in exploring. Students will learn not only about growing plants from seeds and planting plants, but also caring for the plants once they are in the ground. We will grow organic, chemical-free plants.

This study class runs from 3-4pm and is ideal for students who have enrolled in any CCA that starts at 4pm. This class will not be counted towards your weekly CCA limit.

The Debate club helps you improve your public speaking skills, learn about political affairs and connect with other like-minded students. Because this is the first time being offered here at Stamford, we’ll begin by looking at different debate formats and practicing the basics of good public speaking before moving on to competitive debate situations. By the end of the semester, we’ll aim to conduct a mock Congress format by speaking.