"Using our Voices" Mental Health Run Series - New Hyde Park
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location New Hyde Park, New York
- Price Free - $28.45
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting "Using Our Voices" Mental Health Run Series on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in New Hyde Park, Nassau! This exciting event marks the 4th annual gathering, where students from four districts—Patchogue-Medford, North Babylon, Connetquot, and New Hyde Park—come together to champion mental health awareness. Designed and executed entirely by students, this series not only promotes physical fitness but also fosters a sense of community and leadership among young participants.
This year's run emphasizes the importance of reducing stress and anxiety while building meaningful relationships through movement. By participating, you will help support mental health organizations that directly assist youth across Long Island, making a tangible difference in their lives. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, your involvement contributes to a cause that truly matters—empowering students to take charge of their mental wellness. Together, let's make strides toward a brighter future!
This year's run emphasizes the importance of reducing stress and anxiety while building meaningful relationships through movement. By participating, you will help support mental health organizations that directly assist youth across Long Island, making a tangible difference in their lives. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, your involvement contributes to a cause that truly matters—empowering students to take charge of their mental wellness. Together, let's make strides toward a brighter future!
Organiser's Description
The 4th annual student-led "Using Our Voices" Mental Health Run Series is an event grounded in the belief that students should be part of the change process, with genuine inclusivity achieved through active student engagement. It has now grown to include four districts: Patchogue-Medford, North Babylon, Connetquot, and New Hyde Park.
The funds support students across Long Island by providing counseling opportunities and giving them the platform to display leadership, collaborate with peers from other districts, and contribute to an important cause.
The event is designed and executed entirely by students, who are involved in every aspect, from planning to race day. The goal is to share crucial messages about reducing stress and anxiety, building relationships, and supporting mental and physical health through movement. This initiative also empowers students to work toward the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness by fostering civic engagement and community-mindedness.
By supporting this series, you help students across the island unite for a cause that matterspromoting mental health and wellness. All proceeds benefit mental health organizations that work directly with our youth, amplifying the positive impact of this event.
When kids are empowered, magical things happen!
Race Directors/School Contact for the Series:
North Babylon: Meghan Kelly, mkelly@northbabylonschools.org
Connetquot: Lauren Neckin, lneckin@ccsdli.org
New Hyde Park: Tom Piccirillo, tpiccirillo@sewanahkaschools.org
Pat-Med: Danielle Steinberg, dsteinberg@pmschools.org Katy Forman, kforman@pmschool.org
The funds support students across Long Island by providing counseling opportunities and giving them the platform to display leadership, collaborate with peers from other districts, and contribute to an important cause.
The event is designed and executed entirely by students, who are involved in every aspect, from planning to race day. The goal is to share crucial messages about reducing stress and anxiety, building relationships, and supporting mental and physical health through movement. This initiative also empowers students to work toward the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness by fostering civic engagement and community-mindedness.
By supporting this series, you help students across the island unite for a cause that matterspromoting mental health and wellness. All proceeds benefit mental health organizations that work directly with our youth, amplifying the positive impact of this event.
When kids are empowered, magical things happen!
Race Directors/School Contact for the Series:
North Babylon: Meghan Kelly, mkelly@northbabylonschools.org
Connetquot: Lauren Neckin, lneckin@ccsdli.org
New Hyde Park: Tom Piccirillo, tpiccirillo@sewanahkaschools.org
Pat-Med: Danielle Steinberg, dsteinberg@pmschools.org Katy Forman, kforman@pmschool.org
Races
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5k- Competitive
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.45
OPENS 13 FEB -
Kids Run (Max Age 10)
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 13 FEB -
1 Mile Run/Walk-Non-Competitive
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 13 FEBThis untimed 1-mile fun run is for individuals with and without disabilities to participate together in order to promote social inclusion through sports. All athletes are rewarded for success than individual performance.
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