Shine Phelps Lane Park, North Babylon NY
Sunday, April 19th, 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.
💰 Fundraising Purpose
- Support: The funds support students across Long Island by providing counseling opportunities.
- Leadership: Students are given the platform to display leadership and collaborate with peers from other districts.
- Cause: Contribute to an important cause that impacts mental health and wellness.
👩🎓 Student Involvement
- Design: The event is designed and executed entirely by students, who are involved in every aspect, from planning to race day.
- Goal: The goal is to share crucial messages about reducing stress and anxiety, building relationships, and supporting mental and physical health through movement.
- Engagement: This initiative empowers students to work toward the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness by fostering civic engagement and community-mindedness.
🌍 Impact of Support
By supporting this series, you help students across the island unite for a cause that matters—promoting mental health and wellness. All proceeds benefit mental health organizations that work directly with our youth, amplifying the positive impact of this event.
✨ Inspiration
When kids are empowered, magical things happen!
📞 Contact Information
- Race Directors/School Contact for the Series:
- North Babylon: Meghan Kelly, mkelly@:northbabylonschools.org
- Center Moriches: Katy Forman, kforman@:cmschools.org
- Connetquot: Lauren Neckin, lneckin@:ccsdli.org
- Pat-Med: Thomas Piccirillo TPiccirillo@:pmschools.org, Danielle Steinberg dsteinberg@:pmschools.org
📅 Event Details
The "Using Our Voices" Mental Health Run Series will take place on April 19, 2026, at Shine Phelps Lane Park, North Babylon, NY. For more information and registration, visit the race website.
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