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he Color Run is the culminating event of our “Walking/Running with Purpose” club, designed for 3rd–5th grade students. Its purpose is to:
Celebrate student commitment to physical activity, goal-setting, and community service.
Promote health and wellness through movement and outdoor engagement.
Foster a sense of purpose by connecting fun with giving back—proceeds from the event support Fostering Success, an organization that uplifts youth in foster care.
Build leadership and teamwork as students help plan, organize, and participate in the event.
The Color Run addresses the need for:
Positive extracurricular engagement for students.
Opportunities to give back to the community in meaningful ways.
Inclusive events that build school spirit and student confidence.
This project supports several key learning goals:
Social-emotional learning (SEL): Students practice empathy, teamwork, and perseverance while working toward a shared goal.
Leadership development: Students take on roles in planning, organizing, and promoting the event, building communication and decision-making skills.
Health and physical education: The club encourages regular movement and educates students on the benefits of staying active.
Civic responsibility: By supporting a charitable cause, students learn about community needs and how they can make a difference.
Oral and written communication: Students engage in writing thank-you notes, making announcements, and presenting ideas skills that support literacy and public speaking.
Clothing/Backpacks - T-shirts/jerseys, concert performance shirts, backpacks, duffle bags, etc.
The “Walking/Running with Purpose” Color Run is a student-led initiative designed to promote physical wellness, leadership, and community engagement among 3rd–5th graders. The project spans several weeks and culminates in a vibrant Color Run event where students, staff, and families come together to celebrate movement and giving back.
Activities Include:
Weekly walking/running sessions to build endurance and teamwork.
Leadership meetings where students help plan the event, design posters, and organize logistics.
A community outreach campaign to raise awareness and support for Fostering Success, the organization benefiting from the event.
The Color Run itself, featuring music, color powder, and student-led stations to cheer on participants and manage the event.
This project addresses multiple needs across different levels:
For Students:
Physical health: Encourages regular exercise and healthy habits.
Social-emotional growth: Builds confidence, resilience, and empathy through teamwork and service.
Leadership development: Offers real-world opportunities to lead, organize, and communicate.
Academic enrichment: Integrates writing, speaking, and planning skills into a hands-on project.
For the Classroom:
Engaged learning: Connects classroom goals with real-life applications.
Inclusive participation: Every student has a role, whether running, cheering, organizing, or creating.
Positive behavior reinforcement: Promotes responsibility, kindness, and collaboration.
For the School:
Community building: Strengthens relationships among students, staff, families, and local supporters.
School spirit: Creates a joyful, memorable event that celebrates student achievement.
Service learning: Embeds civic responsibility into the school culture by supporting a meaningful cause.
Through the “Walking/Running with Purpose” Color Run project, students will experience growth in several key areas:
Increased physical activity and wellness: Students will develop healthier habits and understand the importance of movement.
Greater sense of purpose and empathy: By supporting Fostering Success, students learn the value of giving back and helping others.
Improved leadership and teamwork skills: Students take active roles in planning and executing the event, building confidence and collaboration.
Enhanced communication and organization skills: Through writing thank-you notes, making announcements, and coordinating logistics, students practice real-world literacy and public speaking.
Boosted school engagement and pride: The event fosters excitement, unity, and a sense of accomplishment among students and staff.
We can measure the success of the project through several ways.
Participation rates: Number of students involved in the club and the Color Run.
Attendance and engagement: Tracking how often students attend club meetings and activities.
Funds raised: Total amount donated to Fostering Success.
Volunteer involvement: Number of student leaders and community volunteers.
Visual documentation: Photos, videos, and student-created materials that showcase engagement and learning.
rant funds will be used to purchase white t-shirts for each student participating in the “Walking/Running with Purpose” Color Run. These shirts are a key part of the event and serve multiple purposes:
Safety & Visibility: White shirts help ensure students are easily visible during the run, especially when color powder is in use.
Uniformity & Belonging: Wearing matching shirts fosters a sense of unity, pride, and team spirit among participants.
Memorabilia: The shirts become a keepsake that reminds students of their accomplishment and the cause they supported.
| # | Item | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60 Pack of Mens T-Shirts – Wholesale Tees in Bulk, Multipack Cotton Crewneck T-Shirts for Men | $278.00 |
| 2 | Medium 60 Pack of Mens T-Shirts – Wholesale Tees in Bulk, Multipack Cotton Crewneck T-Shirts for Men | $256.00 |
| 3 | Large 60 Pack of Mens T-Shirts – Wholesale Tees in Bulk, Multipack Cotton Crewneck T-Shirts for Men | $256.00 |
| 4 | XL 60 Pack of Mens T-Shirts – Wholesale Tees in Bulk, Multipack Cotton Crewneck T-Shirts for Men | $261.00 |
| Total: | $1,051.00 |
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