Important things you should know about using chess.com:

You are representing your school while you are logged on. Therefore, you are expected to behave appropriately and respectfully. You may turn off the chat function at any time you wish, especially if you object to your opponent's comments.
A free chess.com account only allows you to enter one tournament at a time. You will not be able to enter a school chess tournament if you are already playing in another tournament.
There are a few different options for playing on chess.com:

Online chess games - you have a certain number of days per move. There is no limit to the number of these games you can play at a time.
Tournaments - in a tournament, you play simultaneous games against a small number of opponents. If you win in your pool, you move on to the next stage of the tournament. You can only enter one tournament at a time.
Team matches - in a team match, each player plays against a single member of the other team in either one or two games. The #1 rated player on one team will play the #1 player on the other team, the #2 player on one team will play the #2 player on the other, etc.
Vote chess - vote chess games allow players on the team to discuss possible moves and variations, and then lets each player vote for the move that he or she thinks is best. The move with the most votes will be submitted in the game.
Live chess - live chess is a way for players to play a game under normal time controls (i.e. minutes instead of days).

Feel free to use web forums to ask other team members questions or start discussions. Check here often for helpful ideas and resources. Enjoy!

- Andrew

Boulder Prep HS