The regional Islands High School Chess Championships will be held on Saturday, Jan. 11, at Anacortes High School, along with the concurrent regional Islands Middle School Championships.

The tournaments are open to all students in sixth to 12th grades who reside in San Juan, Island and Skagit counties.

The event is an individual tournament that also includes team scoring. As a regional qualifier, winning high school teams qualify to compete in the 59th annual Washington State High School Chess Team Championships.

New players are welcome. The tournament is beginner-friendly, using no-elimination “Swiss” pairings.

Entry is free. Advance registration is required. The event is sponsored by the Anacortes High School Math Club with assistance from the Washington High School Chess Association. Details and FAQ at www.whsca.org or http://northwestchess.info/island2025.html.