10th annual Holton 5k seeks to raise 5k dollars

March 6th is the annual Holton 10k run/walk. The event raises money for a variety of Linwood Holton programs. Register for the 5k here. In years past, this event has helped raise as much as $4,000. This year, the 5K committee hopes to raise a solid $5,000 … a goal they feel is well within reason […]

February 19, 2010; 8:01 AM • by North Richmond News

March 6th is the annual Holton 10k run/walk. The event raises money for a variety of Linwood Holton programs. Register for the 5k here.

In years past, this event has helped raise as much as $4,000. This year, the 5K committee hopes to raise a solid $5,000 … a goal they feel is well within reason and very much needed, as outside funds are required for programs such as Theatre IV and Minds in Motion to the students. The committee also hopes to help fund the school’s first outdoor classroom, The
Dandelion Garden.

“The economy hit everyone this year … schools especially.” Says Jaki Carter, Co-Chair of the event (and parent of two Holton students), “This 5K is our school’s largest fundraiser. If we can grow participation just 15% in 2010, we will easily meet our financial goals. Growing a 500 person event by 15% is achievable. Only 75 more participants means it could be possible for the PTA to expand their before and after school enrichment programs by extending the sessions from six week to eight week courses.”

For more information contact Suze Naoroz at naoroz@verizon.net or 804.874.8711.

Read the full release after the jump.

SQUIRRELS AND DUDES DANCE AND RUN FOR A CAUSE

Richmond, Virginia, February 1, 2009- Linwood Holton Elementary announced today that two special guests will appear at the 10th anniversary Holton 5K Run/Walk event held on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 9am to 10am. New baseball league, “The Richmond Flying Squirrels “, and local musical act “The Diggity Dudes” have been added as pre-race entertainment ensuring fun for all!

The Holton 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly event that brings together students, parents, faculty and neighbors for a day focused on fitness and fundraising. Registration is available on-line at: www.raceit.com, keyword “Holton”.

In years past, this event has helped raise as much as $4,000. This year, the 5K committee hopes to raise a solid $5,000 … a goal they feel is well within reason and very much needed, as outside funds are required for programs such as Theatre IV and Minds in Motion to the students. The committee also hopes to help fund the school’s first outdoor classroom, The Dandelion Garden.

“The economy hit everyone this year … schools especially.” Says Jaki Carter, Co-Chair of the event (and parent of two Holton students), “This 5K is our school’s largest fundraiser. If we can grow participation just 15% in 2010, we will easily meet our financial goals. Growing a 500 person event by 15% is achievable. Only 75 more participants means it could be possible for the PTA to expand their before and after school enrichment programs by extending the sessions from six week to eight week courses.”

The event raises dollars yes, but it also raises awareness about the importance of physical fitness, a fact that attracts more than just parents and students. Many local runners have discovered that the Holton 5K fits in perfectly with their training schedule for the Ukrop’s Monument Ave 10K event, which takes place only three weeks after the Holton 5K.

New sponsor, Qdoba Mexican Grill joins the event this year as does long time sponsor Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Any other businesses or organizations looking to support this event should contact the committee by February 15, 2010 by emailing naoroz@verizon.net. Linwood Holton Elementary School, located in Richmond, Virginia, serves grades PK-5 in the Richmond City Public Schools district. The vision at Linwood Holton Elementary School is to reflect a positive and comfortable atmosphere while providing opportunities for continual growth as it embraces and celebrate diversity. Teachers, students, parents, and community are one entity, working together to foster a community of learning. All students are taught in a literate environment according to their individual needs and learning styles.
***

For more information or to schedule interviews please contact:
Suze Naoroz
naoroz@verizon.net
804/874-8711

http://www.richmond.k12.va.us/schools/holton/page1/page7/page7.html