Why Fortitude ?

As a child, I played in dozens of tournaments. Some days I won; other days, I lost terribly. There were moments when I stayed calm and composed, and others when a single loss broke my heart.

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I have had my fair share of good and bad experiences.

 

Now, these very experiences have shaped me into the person I am today. I can take my wins and stay grounded. I can lose myself in difficult situations and have the courage to get back up and keep living my life.

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Chess has wired a kind of thinking in me which helps me prepare for the best and worst situations.

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Now, this is what I want to pass on to my students.

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Yes, ratings, progress, and performance all matter. But at Fortitude, I want to provide lessons that help build a strong, resilient, and compassionate character in every child.