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JP Donovan's Profile...
Coach JP earned the "teacher of the year" award at Success Chess School earlier and "coach of the year" award at BayAreaChess in 2008.

He has over 25 years of playing chess and competing in tournaments as well as fifteen years of teaching experience. He was the best player on the Gunderson High School Chess Team three years straight and won or tied for 1st place in the tournaments attended. He works on individualized lesson plans daily, constantly reviewing chess media for new material.

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JP Donovan's Testimonials...
Here is a testimonial from one of his students and his mom.
"JP is the best teacher I've ever had and I am learning great strategic moves and can not wait to compete in tournaments. I like how he teaches me in a relaxed way." (Ricky - Student)
"Wow! JP has made my son love chess. He is an amazing teacher who makes learning fun and challenging at the same time. It's very convenient having him come to my home." (Karen - Chess Mom)
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