Strides for Education Hybrid 5K Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Race Day Information

• Registration: DAY-OF REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON-SITE BETWEEN 8:00-8:30.
• Location: Start/Finish at Simons Park, Morris Plains, NJ.
• Date: Join us on race day (Oct. 25th) in person or run virtually on the same day.
• Sign Up: Register here.

🎉 About the Race

• Event Type: Annual Strides for Education Hybrid 5K Run/Walk on a FLAT, FAST course.
• Benefit: Proceeds support the Morris Plains School District and its students.
• Race Format: Hybrid event (in person and virtual) to accommodate all participants.
• Deadline: REGISTER BY OCTOBER 3rd TO BE GUARANTEED YOUR UNIQUE RACE GIVEAWAY.

📚 Mission and Impact

• Fundraising: Education Foundation of Morris Plains raises money for innovative programs.
• Direct Benefit: All funds directly benefit students in the Morris Plains School District.
• Support: Programs powered by dynamic administration and staff at both Mountain Way and Borough Schools.
• Community: Join us in making a difference for local education.

👥 Team Challenge

• Challenge: Register as a team to raise your organization's profile.
• Prizes: The most spirited and largest teams win a prize.
• Exposure: Winning teams receive social media exposure and bragging rights.
• Fun: Enjoy a fun, collaborative experience with your team!

👕 T-Shirt Pickup & Timing Anklet

• Pickup: All participants must arrive early to pick up your t-shirt.
• Timing Anklet: An environmentally-friendly timing anklet will be provided at the NJ Trail Series table.
• Return: Please return the anklet to the same table after completing the course.
• Plan Ahead: Arrive early for smooth check-in and essential pickup.

🕗 Schedule

• 8:00 AM: Race check in / Pick up timing anklets.
• 8:30 AM: Kids' Fun Run Start.
• 8:40 AM: Group Warm Up.
• 9:00 AM: 5K Race Start and 10:00 AM: Award Presentation.

👋 Looking Forward

• Join Us: We look forward to seeing everyone on October 25th!
• Arrive Early: Make sure to arrive early for the 9am 5K start!