Step Up for Students 5K and Fun Run - 9 AM on 5/18/25
- Date Sun 18th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Indiana, Pennsylvania
- Price $11.60 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Step Up for Students 5K and Fun Run on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in Indiana! This exciting event kicks off at 9 AM, inviting runners and walkers of all abilities to participate in a beautiful 5K course that winds around the scenic S&T Arena grounds, East Pike Elementary School, and through the enchanting woods. For those looking for a more leisurely experience, an inclusive 1-mile Fun Run on paved paths will also be available, ensuring everyone can join in on the fun!
After the race, stick around for an unforgettable after-party featuring a lively foam party with music, delicious pizza provided by Romeo's for all finishers, and refreshing Kona Ice on site. With cash prizes for top overall 5K finishers, this is more than just a race; it's a celebration of community and support for our local students. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference—register by May 4th to ensure you receive a special event shirt designed by local fifth graders. Whether you're racing for fun or to support a great cause, we can't wait to see you there!
After the race, stick around for an unforgettable after-party featuring a lively foam party with music, delicious pizza provided by Romeo's for all finishers, and refreshing Kona Ice on site. With cash prizes for top overall 5K finishers, this is more than just a race; it's a celebration of community and support for our local students. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference—register by May 4th to ensure you receive a special event shirt designed by local fifth graders. Whether you're racing for fun or to support a great cause, we can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
It's time to join the Indiana Area Education Foundation as we kickstart our inaugural STEP UP FOR STUDENTS 5K run! The 5K course will take you around the lovely S&T arena grounds, East Pike Elementary School, and through the woods! There will also be an inclusive walking route around the paved paths available if running a 5k isn't your thing!
After the race is over, hang around with us for an exciting foam party with music! Romeo's will be providing pizza to all finishers, and Kona Ice will be on site! We can't wait to see you there for a morning of celebration, all for a good cause!
THE 5K BEGINS AT 9AM. The Fun Run will start after the 5K runners have started.
REGISTRATION:
PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER PRIOR TO MAY 4TH ARE GUARANTEED A SHIRT, designed by Mrs. Cobb's fifth grade class at Horace Mann Elementary School. Please register early to guarantee your shirt!
If you cannot make it to the event, you can still pick up your packet - just remember that your registration fee is going to support our district students!
RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Packet pickup will be at two times: Friday May 16th at East Pike Admin Office (501 E Pike Rd) from 11:30am-3:30pm or Saturday, May 17th at Gingerbread Man Running in Indiana from 11am-3pm. If you cannot pick up your race packet and are unable to come to the event, you MUST pick up your race packet from IAEF at 501 East Pike Road (Admin entrance, not EP Elementary). Packets and shirts will NOT be mailed out.
COURSE INFORMATION:
See map below. The 5K is a challenging cross-country course which will begin at the lower pavilion and go around the baseball fields, over to East Pike, around the soccer fields, up a steep, rocky hill, and snake back around to the finish. The 1-mile inclusive "fun run" will be on the paved paths around the baseball fields. We are proud to offer an inclusive and friendly paved route so that everyone can participate!
AWARDS:
Cash prizes for top overall 5K finishers: $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd, $50 for 3rd.
PARKING:
Parking will be at S&T Arena. The lower pavilion will briefly be open for drop-offs but no parking in that area will be allowed. If S&T fills up, the East Pike Elementary parking lot will be available. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY since we will be closing the entrance to both S&T Arena and East Pike Elementary for the safety of our racers.
AFTER PARTY:
Once the Awards are completed, Foam Party of Pittsburgh will be playing music and spraying foam out of cannons off in the grass near the pavilion, for those who choose to participate. Also, Romeo's will be providing pizza to all finishers, and Kona Ice will be on site as well! We have SO MUCH fun planned - plan to join us for a good cause and a morning of celebration as the Foundation kicks off its inaugural 5K: STEP UP FOR STUDENTS!
WHAT IS THE INDIANA AREA EDUCATION FOUNDATION?
The Indiana Area Education Foundation is a charitable organization founded by community members who are committed to making a difference in our community. IAEF has made big strides this past year in funding initiatives, improvements, student athletics and clubs, and more! Your donations make a direct and lasting impact within our district and we are tremendously grateful for the support that we receive. This year alone we have supported school projects like the Green Bandana Project, provided weight sleds for our SH fitness center, helped the SH Dance Team compete in their first ever national competition, and much more!
After the race is over, hang around with us for an exciting foam party with music! Romeo's will be providing pizza to all finishers, and Kona Ice will be on site! We can't wait to see you there for a morning of celebration, all for a good cause!
THE 5K BEGINS AT 9AM. The Fun Run will start after the 5K runners have started.
REGISTRATION:
PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER PRIOR TO MAY 4TH ARE GUARANTEED A SHIRT, designed by Mrs. Cobb's fifth grade class at Horace Mann Elementary School. Please register early to guarantee your shirt!
If you cannot make it to the event, you can still pick up your packet - just remember that your registration fee is going to support our district students!
RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Packet pickup will be at two times: Friday May 16th at East Pike Admin Office (501 E Pike Rd) from 11:30am-3:30pm or Saturday, May 17th at Gingerbread Man Running in Indiana from 11am-3pm. If you cannot pick up your race packet and are unable to come to the event, you MUST pick up your race packet from IAEF at 501 East Pike Road (Admin entrance, not EP Elementary). Packets and shirts will NOT be mailed out.
COURSE INFORMATION:
See map below. The 5K is a challenging cross-country course which will begin at the lower pavilion and go around the baseball fields, over to East Pike, around the soccer fields, up a steep, rocky hill, and snake back around to the finish. The 1-mile inclusive "fun run" will be on the paved paths around the baseball fields. We are proud to offer an inclusive and friendly paved route so that everyone can participate!
AWARDS:
Cash prizes for top overall 5K finishers: $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd, $50 for 3rd.
PARKING:
Parking will be at S&T Arena. The lower pavilion will briefly be open for drop-offs but no parking in that area will be allowed. If S&T fills up, the East Pike Elementary parking lot will be available. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY since we will be closing the entrance to both S&T Arena and East Pike Elementary for the safety of our racers.
AFTER PARTY:
Once the Awards are completed, Foam Party of Pittsburgh will be playing music and spraying foam out of cannons off in the grass near the pavilion, for those who choose to participate. Also, Romeo's will be providing pizza to all finishers, and Kona Ice will be on site as well! We have SO MUCH fun planned - plan to join us for a good cause and a morning of celebration as the Foundation kicks off its inaugural 5K: STEP UP FOR STUDENTS!
WHAT IS THE INDIANA AREA EDUCATION FOUNDATION?
The Indiana Area Education Foundation is a charitable organization founded by community members who are committed to making a difference in our community. IAEF has made big strides this past year in funding initiatives, improvements, student athletics and clubs, and more! Your donations make a direct and lasting impact within our district and we are tremendously grateful for the support that we receive. This year alone we have supported school projects like the Green Bandana Project, provided weight sleds for our SH fitness center, helped the SH Dance Team compete in their first ever national competition, and much more!
Step Up for Students 5K and Fun Run - 9 AM on 5/18/25
