There are actually many “types” of chess they can play, ranging from completely informal “skittles” (just for fun) games to highly organized rated tournament play.  

Phil Shapiro wrote an article that discusses some of the school-sponsored chess projects currently underway
around the country.  

Marcel Milat wrote an article on the history and role of chess in education.

Prof. Chester Nuhmentz article  begins with sketches of how scholastic chess meetings are often organized. The various parts of a typical elementary school club meeting are then discussed in greater detail.

The U.S. Chess Center in Washington has put together an excellent primer that covers all the key points.

Jamie Duif Calvin compiled the guide 'Duif Answers Your Chess Questions: A Guide for Fans and New Tournament Players'.

Along with a pen or pencil and your USCF ID card (If USCF rated event), take a chess board, pieces, and clock if you have them. Some organizers will provide boards, but very few also supply pieces or clocks.
 

Steven Craig Miller compiled this guide to tournaments with sudden death time controls.

Steven Craig Miller compiled this guide to the rules covering Insufficient Losing Changes.

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