PSF 5K for Education and 1K Fun Run
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Price $23.25 - $39.25
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting PSF 5K for Education and 1K Fun Run on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the beautiful Chapel Hill, Orange! This spirited community event kicks off at 8:30 AM, rain or shine, and invites participants to run or walk alongside friends, teachers, and family while supporting our local schools and educators. The 5K race will not only promote health and fitness but also foster school spirit, with $10 from every adult registration going directly to your chosen CHCCS school.
In addition to the 5K, the event features a fun-filled 1K Fun Run, perfect for younger participants and families looking for a shorter distance. Both events will include a vibrant atmosphere complete with cheer stations, mascots, and the chance for schools to compete for the coveted golden sneaker trophy. Registration is open online until race day, with a variety of pricing options to accommodate everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a positive impact in our community while enjoying a day of fun and fitness. Register now and let’s show our school pride!
In addition to the 5K, the event features a fun-filled 1K Fun Run, perfect for younger participants and families looking for a shorter distance. Both events will include a vibrant atmosphere complete with cheer stations, mascots, and the chance for schools to compete for the coveted golden sneaker trophy. Registration is open online until race day, with a variety of pricing options to accommodate everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a positive impact in our community while enjoying a day of fun and fitness. Register now and let’s show our school pride!
Organiser's Description
RAIN OR SHINE - DON'T MISS THE FUN!
Run or walk with your teachers and your friends at the Public School Foundation 5K for Education on Saturday, MARCH 14, 2026 AT 8:30AM. The PSF 5K for Education supports our teachers, our schools and our community. It is a great fun-filled community event which promotes health and fitness and school spirit! This year's event will also include a 1K fun run.
LET'S SUPPORT OUR TEACHERS, SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY
Encourage your friends, teachers and family to register and join YOUR school's team. $10 from each adult 5K registration will go directly to your selected CHCCS school when you register.
LET'S SHOW OUR SCHOOL PRIDE!
The CHCCS school with the most registered participants will become the proud owner of the golden sneaker trophy! Join friends and teachers to cheer for your school's mascot in the historic and memorable Mascot warms up and lap around McCorkle Place at 8:00 am. Run or walk past our school's designated cheer station and wave and show school spirit!
REGISTRATION
Online now until 8:00 am on race day. In person registration will be available during packet pickup at Fleet Feet on Friday, March 13th from 12-6PM.
Adult registration $30, (Price increases to $35 on March 9th, teacher & student registration $20. 1K Fun Run $20 includes T-shirt and bib, but this event will not be timed. Strollers are welcome.
Dogs are NOT allowed. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants.
5K for Education t-shirts are available to the first 2,000 registrants. Register today!
This is a fund raiser and appreciate your support of our schools. Please understand we cannot offer refunds for any reason.
Check out the 5K Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zz-jTtxw2neCvqCJY3Lg8tfkMPx9yOy-/view?usp=sharing]
Check out the 1K Fun Run Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1835001RnbHzruuIhqWK_Xd6du6xwF0bj/view?usp=sharing]
Run or walk with your teachers and your friends at the Public School Foundation 5K for Education on Saturday, MARCH 14, 2026 AT 8:30AM. The PSF 5K for Education supports our teachers, our schools and our community. It is a great fun-filled community event which promotes health and fitness and school spirit! This year's event will also include a 1K fun run.
LET'S SUPPORT OUR TEACHERS, SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY
Encourage your friends, teachers and family to register and join YOUR school's team. $10 from each adult 5K registration will go directly to your selected CHCCS school when you register.
LET'S SHOW OUR SCHOOL PRIDE!
The CHCCS school with the most registered participants will become the proud owner of the golden sneaker trophy! Join friends and teachers to cheer for your school's mascot in the historic and memorable Mascot warms up and lap around McCorkle Place at 8:00 am. Run or walk past our school's designated cheer station and wave and show school spirit!
REGISTRATION
Online now until 8:00 am on race day. In person registration will be available during packet pickup at Fleet Feet on Friday, March 13th from 12-6PM.
Adult registration $30, (Price increases to $35 on March 9th, teacher & student registration $20. 1K Fun Run $20 includes T-shirt and bib, but this event will not be timed. Strollers are welcome.
Dogs are NOT allowed. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants.
5K for Education t-shirts are available to the first 2,000 registrants. Register today!
This is a fund raiser and appreciate your support of our schools. Please understand we cannot offer refunds for any reason.
Check out the 5K Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zz-jTtxw2neCvqCJY3Lg8tfkMPx9yOy-/view?usp=sharing]
Check out the 1K Fun Run Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1835001RnbHzruuIhqWK_Xd6du6xwF0bj/view?usp=sharing]
Races
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CHCCS Teachers/Staff Only Registration-5K
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt Size
Sat 14th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$23.25
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Adult 5K
Incl. $4.25 Fee & T-Shirt Size
Sat 14th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$39.25
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Youth / Student (18yr and Under) 5K
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt Size
Sat 14th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$23.25
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1K Fun Run!!
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (8:35AM EDT)
$23.25
The 1K Fun Run event will not be a timed race. You will receive a bib, but no timing chip.
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