Laces to Leaders - Lincoln Elementary
- Date Tue 31st March 2026 - Tue 12th May 2026
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $15.00
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting opportunity for young runners as the Laces to Leaders program kicks off at Lincoln Elementary in Merrillan, Jackson! This engaging youth running program runs from March 31 to May 12, 2026, and is designed for students in grades 3-6. Over the course of seven weeks, participants will build self-confidence and a positive self-image while training for a 5K run. With a fun curriculum that promotes healthy lifestyle choices and empowers children to set and achieve goals, this program is perfect for fostering leadership skills in young boys and girls.
The grand finale of the Laces to Leaders program will be the exhilarating Pace and Pedal 5K Color Fun Run/Walk, set to take place on May 16, 2026, at 8:30 AM at Wazee Lake Recreation Area in Black River Falls. All participants are encouraged to complete this thrilling 5K alongside friends and family, with free registration for youth aged 12 and under. This event promises to be a memorable celebration of achievement, where kids can showcase their hard work and enjoy a vibrant day of fun and fitness! Join us in making lasting memories and inspiring the next generation of leaders!
The grand finale of the Laces to Leaders program will be the exhilarating Pace and Pedal 5K Color Fun Run/Walk, set to take place on May 16, 2026, at 8:30 AM at Wazee Lake Recreation Area in Black River Falls. All participants are encouraged to complete this thrilling 5K alongside friends and family, with free registration for youth aged 12 and under. This event promises to be a memorable celebration of achievement, where kids can showcase their hard work and enjoy a vibrant day of fun and fitness! Join us in making lasting memories and inspiring the next generation of leaders!
Organiser's Description
JACKSON IN ACTION IS EXCITED TO OFFER OUR LACES TO LEADERS YOUTH RUNNING PROGRAM AT LINCOLN ELEMENTARY THIS SPRING!
Thank you for your interest in the Laces to Leaders program! This 7-week program will focus on building self-confidence and positive self-image in young girls and boys, while taking part in a 5K run training program. This fun curriculum will teach girls and boys positive life concepts, inspire them to make healthy lifestyle choices, and empower them with the confidence to set and achieve powerful goals! By the end of the program, we hope to see strong, confident young girls and boys who are ready to face challenges and be positive leaders, while at the same time being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run with the support of their teammates and family members. Let the journey begin!
2026 PROGRAM DETAILS
Dates and Times: March 31 - May 12, 2026
Tuesdays 3:15-4:30pm
Participants: Open to Lincoln Elementary students, currently in grades 3-6
Location: Lincoln Elementary
Cost: $20 (Financial assistance if available, if needed. Please contact jacksoninaction12@gmail.com)
LETS CELEBRATE! Pace and Pedal 5K Color Fun Run The culmination of the Laces to Leaders program is the Pace and Pedal 5K Color Fun Run/Walk on May 16, 2026 at 8:30am at Wazee Lake Recreation Area in Black River Falls. All Laces to Leaders participants are encouraged to participate in the event and complete a 5K with their friends and family! Registration is free for youth ages 12 and under.
Family members are invited to cheer your child on, or if youd like, to run along with them during the 5K. Finishing the 5K will be an exciting moment for your child!
Please contact us with any questions!
Josh McGrath, Jackson County Public Health, 715-284-4301, ext 305, or Joshua.McGrath@jacksoncountywi.gov
Thank you for your interest in the Laces to Leaders program! This 7-week program will focus on building self-confidence and positive self-image in young girls and boys, while taking part in a 5K run training program. This fun curriculum will teach girls and boys positive life concepts, inspire them to make healthy lifestyle choices, and empower them with the confidence to set and achieve powerful goals! By the end of the program, we hope to see strong, confident young girls and boys who are ready to face challenges and be positive leaders, while at the same time being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run with the support of their teammates and family members. Let the journey begin!
2026 PROGRAM DETAILS
Dates and Times: March 31 - May 12, 2026
Tuesdays 3:15-4:30pm
Participants: Open to Lincoln Elementary students, currently in grades 3-6
Location: Lincoln Elementary
Cost: $20 (Financial assistance if available, if needed. Please contact jacksoninaction12@gmail.com)
LETS CELEBRATE! Pace and Pedal 5K Color Fun Run The culmination of the Laces to Leaders program is the Pace and Pedal 5K Color Fun Run/Walk on May 16, 2026 at 8:30am at Wazee Lake Recreation Area in Black River Falls. All Laces to Leaders participants are encouraged to participate in the event and complete a 5K with their friends and family! Registration is free for youth ages 12 and under.
Family members are invited to cheer your child on, or if youd like, to run along with them during the 5K. Finishing the 5K will be an exciting moment for your child!
Please contact us with any questions!
Josh McGrath, Jackson County Public Health, 715-284-4301, ext 305, or Joshua.McGrath@jacksoncountywi.gov
Races
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Lincoln Elementary Laces to Leaders Group
Incl. Laces to Leaders T-Shirt
$15.00
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