Due to increasing prices and limited availability at the temporary Jekyll Island Convention Center, Golden Isles Scholastic Chess Association was required to consider other venues for the 2011-2012 Grand Prix Season.

Fortunately Mr. Matthew Blackstone, Principal of Glynn Middle School, very graciously offered Glynn Middle School to GISCA.

While having to leave, GISCA very much appreciates the support that Jekyll Island has provided to the scholastic chess community over the last eight years.

Click to visit the Glynn Middle School web site.

Information about Glynn Middle School

Glynn Middle School is well known for students' academic, fine arts, and athletic achievements. It is a National School of Excellence, a Title I School of Distinction and a State Gold Medal Award Winner for Greatest Gains in Student Achievement.  The $23 million state-of-the art facility opened on August 6, 2009.  The students of Glynn Middle School have the opportunity to participate in numerous clubs (including chess) and athletic endeavors.  Student enrollment during the 2010-2011 school year was 1117 students.

Glynn Middle School should be easier (and less expensive) to reach that the Jekyll Island Convention Center, although many online map services show the former and/or other incorrect locations for the school.

To reach Glynn Middle School from the north via I-95 South, click the icon to the right:

To reach Glynn Middle School from the south via I-95 North or US-82 West, click the icons to the right:

Glynn Middle School facilities and services include:

	Gymnasium: Location for the GISCA chess games
	Cafeteria: Location for parents and players who have completed their games
	Table/Chairs: Rectangular tables in gymnasium, booths and round tables in cafeteria
	Bathrooms: Located near the gymnasium and cafeteria
	Parking: Large lot in front of school
	Internet Access: Free wireless access available
	Custodial Services: Setup before and take-down after

GISCA is pleased to announce that we will have food services provided by Southern Folks Catering and Concessions owned by Mr. Dusty Bowen.  During the first tournament, Mr. Bowen plans to make the following choices available for us:

• Hamburgers

• Hot Dogs

• BBQ

• Nachos w/ cheese sauce

• Variety snacks (cookies, candy, trail mix, etc.)

• Chips

• Fresh fruit

• Carrot sticks and ranch dressing

• Bottled water

• Soft drinks

• Capri Suns fruit drinks

• Coffee

Mr. Bowen will be interested in hearing your feedback, so be sure to offer your suggestions for food at future GISCA chess tournaments!

GISCA has committed to keeping food and beverages out of the gymnasium.

GISCA has committed to players/parents not being in other areas of the school.

If you have any questions, ideas, or suggestions, please contact Hal.Morrison@goldenisleschess.com.