run for bucks
what is run for bucks?
On Friday, February 13, 2015, all students will run on campus. Run for Bucks is an important fundraiser. This event promotes exercise and health to our students and brings everyone together for a day of fun, music and Spartan spirit. Parents are welcome to join us. Our Spartan Students will run as many laps possible in 30 mins. Each lap is 1/8 of a mile.
schedule of events
8:30 am Opening Ceremony
9 am – 9:30 am Kindergarten – 2 Grade Run
10 am – 10:30 am 3rd – 5th Grade Run
11 am - 11:30 am 6th - 8th Grade Run
11:45 am Closing Ceremony Run
9 am – 9:30 am Kindergarten – 2 Grade Run
10 am – 10:30 am 3rd – 5th Grade Run
11 am - 11:30 am 6th - 8th Grade Run
11:45 am Closing Ceremony Run
how does the event raise money?
All students are encouraged to get sponsors. You can be sponsored per lap (1/8 mile) or sponsored by participation. Our goal is $100 per student but any amount collected will benefit St. Jerome School! All donations are tax-deductible. Sponsor can me payment by check, checks should be made out to St. Jerome School. Please return all donations to your classroom teacher by Thursday, February 12, 2015. All funds raised will count as $ for $ towards your financial obligation.
what are the incentives for participation?
The class with the highest average of sponsorship receives 50 Spirit Points and a Pizza Party for the class, second highest 30 Spirit Points and Ice Cream Party, third highest 15 Spirit Points and Ice Cream Party.
How can I help my child get started?
First, help your child make a list of family, friends and neighbors to reach out to for sponsorship.
