Connetquot High School, Bohemia NY
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
🏃♂️ Event Overview
The 4th annual student-led "Using Our Voices" Mental Health Run Series is an event grounded in the belief that students should be part of the change process, with genuine inclusivity achieved through active student engagement. It has now grown to include four districts: Patchogue-Medford, North Babylon, Connetquot, and New Hyde Park.
💰 Support Importance
- Funds Purpose: The funds support students across Long Island by providing counseling opportunities and giving them the platform to display leadership, collaborate with peers from other districts, and contribute to an important cause.
- Empowerment: This initiative also empowers students to work toward the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness by fostering civic engagement and community-mindedness.
🎉 Event Highlights
- Student Led: The event is designed and executed entirely by students, who are involved in every aspect, from planning to race day.
- Goals: The goal is to share crucial messages about reducing stress and anxiety, building relationships, and supporting mental and physical health through movement.
- Support Network: By supporting this series, you help students across the island unite for a cause that matters—promoting mental health and wellness.
- Beneficiary: All proceeds benefit mental health organizations that work directly with our youth, amplifying the positive impact of this event.
👩🏫 Contact Information
Race Directors/School Contact for the Series:
- North Babylon: Meghan Kelly, mkelly@nothbabylonschools.org
- Connetquot: Lauren Neckin, lneckin@ccsdli.org
- New Hyde Park: Tom Piccirillo, tpiccirillo@sewanahkaschools.org
- Patchogue-Medford: Danielle Steinberg, dsteinberg@pmschools.org, Katy Forman, kforman@pmschool.org
🌟 Final Note
When kids are empowered, magical things happen!
📅 Race Details
Date: 2026-05-03
Location: Connetquot High School, Bohemia, NY
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