Marathon Kids

Last week information was sent home in the red folder about a new program that is being implemented at Mark Twain this year called Marathon Kids, which is a free running program offered in a number of districts throughout the state, including HISD. Students that elect to participate must run or walk 26.2 miles over the course of six months It is suggested that they run in 1/4 to 1/2 mile increments four to five days a week. Upon completion of the "marathon" they are awarded a t-shirt as well as a medal (if they attend the Final Mile Celebration). The students can complete their miles both at school and at home. I will often give them opportunities to run at school and will post laps each week on this blog to help you monitor your child's progress with this program.

Those not participating...it just may get them excited to do some running at recess or after school (and maybe they'll want to participate next year). When in class, everyone will run/walk laps regardless if they are participating in the program or not. There is a Kick Off Event Saturday, October 18th at 10:00am at Rice University Track/Field Stadium (it lasts about an hour) where all the participating schools in the district will run/walk their first 1/2 mile to a mile. Families are welcome! This looks like a great program. Consider giving it a try!