Every elementary school student I taught chess is special to me. While teaching at Public School 78 I hit a special milestone. I reached 500 elementary students in a school setting.
I attended their graduation and they broke my heart by surprising me with a cardboard poster with cards. They communicated how grateful they were for the work I did with them. I helped them control their behavior and increase their focus.
Some students even said they wanted to be a chess instructor!
I met Mr. Romeo while picking my daughter up from elementary school . He was in front of the park teaching some youths. He got up and gave me his business card and told me about his programs. My daughter played chess with him and we attended a few of events. Eight years later my daughter is in her first year of college and he still supports us.
Time sure flys and he’s still doing what he does. He’s like family now!
Thank you!
Always interacting, very positive and uplifting.
