Exceptional Strides for Exceptional Students 5k

Saturday, September 20, 2025 Past event

9:30 AM EDT

Pittsboro, North Carolina

Free–$38.10 · 6 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the Exceptional Strides for Exceptional Students 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in the beautiful town of Pittsboro, Chatham County, North Carolina! This vibrant event celebrates its third year of uniting the community in support of students with disabilities in Chatham County Schools. The 5K race will be held at Northwood High School, featuring a scenic cross country trail that promises an exciting and engaging experience for all participants.

In addition to the main race, there will be a fun run on the track designed specifically for younger children and individuals who prefer a shorter distance. This inclusive event welcomes wheelchairs in the fun run and 100-meter dash, ensuring everyone can join in the fun! Come together with fellow community members to raise awareness and support for our exceptional students—let's make strides toward a brighter future for all!

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Races

Trail 5k

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

The 5K will begin on the track at Northwood High School and will follow the cross country trail.

9:30 AM EDT

$38.10

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Fun Run (1/4 mile on track - one lap) (Wheelchair Friendly)

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

We invite our friends with disabilities who either cannot navigate the trail terrain, who require a shorter distance, or who require an enclosed area to join us for a trot around the track! Wheelchairs welcome as well as guide runners if needed.

10:30 AM EDT

$27.50

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100 Meter Dash (Wheelchair Friendly)

Incl. $1.96 Fee & T-Shirt

Another wheelchair friendly event for our littlest runners or those who can't sustain for longer distances. Guide runners welcome as needed.

9:40 AM EDT

$17.96

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I just want the shirt!

Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

This is for our spectators, guide runners, advocates who want to support the cause and sport a pretty "exceptional" shirt! No running required - you can just buy the shirt.

9:30 AM EDT

$16.90

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Sponsor a Runner with Disabilities

Incl. $2.50 Fee

This year we would like to give our runners with disabilities the opportunity to participate at no cost to them. If you would like to sponsor a runner's registration here's your chance!

9:30 AM EDT

$27.50

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Chatham County Schools' Student Served Through EC Services

Incl. T-Shirt

This option is for students in Chatham County Schools who are served through Exceptional Children's services ONLY. We want to invite our students with disabilities to participate in the day's events free of cost with the option to purchase a t-shirt at a reduced cost. Registrants under this category will be reviewed to ensure they meet the criteria.

9:30 AM EDT

Free

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Organiser's description

This will mark our third year bringing our community together for a 5K in support of our students with disabilities in Chatham County Schools (NC). We are grateful for the support from our local Board of Education, County Commissioners, and community organizations that support our students with disabilities in Chatham County. Growing the whole child and bringing community awareness to the needs of our students are at the heart of this event.

Exceptional Strides for Exceptional Students 5K will be held at Northwood High School on the cross country trail with a fun run on the track for younger children and people who require a shorter distance or contained area. Wheelchairs are welcome in the fun run and 100 meter dash.

No dogs allowed.