Exceptional Strides for Exceptional Students 5K
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Location Pittsboro, North Carolina
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the **Exceptional Strides for Exceptional Students 5K** on **Saturday, May 17, 2025**, in the beautiful community of **Pittsboro, Chatham**! This exciting event marks the third year of uniting our community to support students with disabilities in Chatham County Schools. The 5K will take place at **Northwood High School**, featuring a scenic cross country trail, and includes a fun run on the track for younger participants and those who prefer a shorter distance. Everyone is welcome, including wheelchairs in the fun run and 100-meter dash.
This uplifting event not only promotes fitness and fun but also raises awareness for the needs of students with disabilities, showcasing the commitment of our local Board of Education, County Commissioners, and community organizations. Come out to celebrate and support the growth of every child in our community while enjoying a day filled with positive energy and camaraderie! Don’t miss out on making a difference—mark your calendars for this special day!
This uplifting event not only promotes fitness and fun but also raises awareness for the needs of students with disabilities, showcasing the commitment of our local Board of Education, County Commissioners, and community organizations. Come out to celebrate and support the growth of every child in our community while enjoying a day filled with positive energy and camaraderie! Don’t miss out on making a difference—mark your calendars for this special day!
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.
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.
Races
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Trail 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$27.50
The 5K will begin on the track at Northwood High School and will follow the cross country trail. -
Fun Run (1/4 Mile on Track - One Lap) (Wheelchair Friendly)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$22.20
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. -
100 Meter Dash (Wheelchair Friendly)
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:40AM EDT)
$16.90
Another wheelchair friendly event for our littlest runners or those who can't sustain for longer distances. Guide runners welcome as needed. -
I Just Want the Shirt!
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$16.90
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. -
Sponsor a Runner With Disabilities
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$27.50
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! -
Chatham County Schools' Student Served Through EC Services
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
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.
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