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- Rosalyn Yalow Charter School in the South Bronx won a New York state chess championship and plans to compete nationally in Baltimore while expanding grades.
- The school's emphasis on chess and fencing is demonstrated by the chess team coached by Grandmaster Irina Krush, which earned top placements at state competition.
- Executive director Alec Diacou said the win reflects preparation and opportunity, noting 73% of students passed state math exam.
