2024 APS 5k and Character Fun Run
Saturday, September 9, 2023
Past event
8:45 AM EDT
Atlanta, Georgia
$10.00–$40.00 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the 2024-2025 school year with the exciting 2024 APS 5K and Character Fun Run on Saturday, September 7th, 2024! This vibrant event will take place at HJ Russell West End Academy in Atlanta, Fulton, and welcomes participants of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get moving, you can choose between the thrilling 5K race or the whimsical Character Fun Run for kids aged 11 and under. Participants are encouraged to show their school spirit by wearing APS school colors or dressing up as their favorite book character.
Registration includes a race bib and a commemorative T-shirt, with a portion of the proceeds going directly to benefit students and teachers of Atlanta Public Schools. Special registration fees are available for teachers and students under 18, making it an inclusive event for the entire APS community. Can't make it in person? No problem! Join as a virtual participant and run or walk at your own pace. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support education while having fun! Register now and let’s make this event unforgettable—see you on September 7th!
Registration includes a race bib and a commemorative T-shirt, with a portion of the proceeds going directly to benefit students and teachers of Atlanta Public Schools. Special registration fees are available for teachers and students under 18, making it an inclusive event for the entire APS community. Can't make it in person? No problem! Join as a virtual participant and run or walk at your own pace. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support education while having fun! Register now and let’s make this event unforgettable—see you on September 7th!
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Races
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5k Run
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 AM EDT
$40.00
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Character Fun Run
Includes T-Shirt
Fun Run
Entries closed8:45 AM EDT
$10.00
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Virtual 5k
VirtualIncludes T-Shirt
Run anywhere and submit your times! Participants are not eligible for awards.
Entries closed8:45 AM EDT
$25.00
Organiser's description
SIGN UP FOR THE APS 5K AND CHARACTER FUN RUN, KICKING-OFF THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR FOR ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS!
APS Family, we need you. Get ready to lace up your shoes and join us for a thrilling event to start the school year the APS 5K AND CHARACTER FUN RUN! Mark your calendars for SATURDAY, SEPT. 7TH and plan to meet us at HJ Russell West End Academy, where we will continue celebrating Atlanta Public Schools with a race for a great cause.
The price of registration includes a race bib and a commemorative T-shirt, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit students and teachers of Atlanta Public Schools.
This event is open to runners and walkers of all ages, even the little ones ages 11 and under, who can participate in the Character Fun Run by dressing as their favorite book character. All other participants are encouraged to show their spirit by wearing their favorite APS school shirt or school colors for the 5K.
TEACHERS AND PARAPROFESSIONALS: WE DIDN'T FORGET ABOUT YOU! WE ARE EXCITED TO OFFER YOU A SPECIAL REGISTRATION FEE OF $10. PLEASE EMAIL US FOR A COUPON CODE TO USE.
STUDENTS 18 & UNDER: YOUR ENTRY FEE IS ALSO $10! (THIS WILL SHOW AS YOU REGISTER).
Unable to join us September 7th, but you still want to participate? There's great news! You can register as a VIRTUAL 5K PARTICIPANT and run or walk your own race at your own pace! Once you've completed your race, you'll just submit your results HERE https://runsignup.com/aps5k/results. It's that easy. Register now!
We hope you will invite others and share this registration page by clicking one of the social media and email icons above. Don't forget to add the hashtag #APS5K2024!
So can we count on you? Register for your preferred event above, and we'll see you September 7th!
APS Family, we need you. Get ready to lace up your shoes and join us for a thrilling event to start the school year the APS 5K AND CHARACTER FUN RUN! Mark your calendars for SATURDAY, SEPT. 7TH and plan to meet us at HJ Russell West End Academy, where we will continue celebrating Atlanta Public Schools with a race for a great cause.
The price of registration includes a race bib and a commemorative T-shirt, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit students and teachers of Atlanta Public Schools.
This event is open to runners and walkers of all ages, even the little ones ages 11 and under, who can participate in the Character Fun Run by dressing as their favorite book character. All other participants are encouraged to show their spirit by wearing their favorite APS school shirt or school colors for the 5K.
TEACHERS AND PARAPROFESSIONALS: WE DIDN'T FORGET ABOUT YOU! WE ARE EXCITED TO OFFER YOU A SPECIAL REGISTRATION FEE OF $10. PLEASE EMAIL US FOR A COUPON CODE TO USE.
STUDENTS 18 & UNDER: YOUR ENTRY FEE IS ALSO $10! (THIS WILL SHOW AS YOU REGISTER).
Unable to join us September 7th, but you still want to participate? There's great news! You can register as a VIRTUAL 5K PARTICIPANT and run or walk your own race at your own pace! Once you've completed your race, you'll just submit your results HERE https://runsignup.com/aps5k/results. It's that easy. Register now!
We hope you will invite others and share this registration page by clicking one of the social media and email icons above. Don't forget to add the hashtag #APS5K2024!
So can we count on you? Register for your preferred event above, and we'll see you September 7th!
Location
H. J. Russell West End Academy, 765 Peeples Street SW, Atlanta, 30303, GA, United States
2024 APS 5k and Character Fun Run
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