PAS 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
5/31/2025 8:30 am
14th Annual PAS 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run / Walk
Sunday, May 31
5K: 8:30 AM
1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30 AM
Support STEAM Education at Penn Alexander School by running, volunteering your time, or becoming a sponsor for the culminating event of the year. Get a healthy start to your summer, and register now!
All classes with at least 50% participation will receive a bonus recess!
RUNNERS:
The 5K Course will take you through the Penn campus on Locust Walk to Penn Park, and back. The 1 Mile Fun Run will go to the compass at 37th and Locust and back. The start and finish line will be on Locust Street, by the PAS playground. We are asking that runners do not bring pets or strollers on the 5K course and to train to be off the course by 9:15 AM to ensure a safe start to the 1 Mile Fun Run. Strollers for the 1 Mile Fun Run are welcome. This event is happening rain, shine & heat. There is no rain date. Race directors will monitor for severe weather and reserve the right to cancel the race for extreme weather. Volunteer course cheerleaders will be stationed along the course to make sure runners are going in the proper direction. Be sure to check out their inspirational signage!
PRIZES:
Prizes will be awarded to 5K runners across age categories at the conclusion of the 1 Mile Fun Run. All 1 Mile Fun Run participants will receive a medal as they cross the finish line.
PRICING:
RETURNING THIS YEAR: FLASH SALE PRICING!
Wednesday, February 11 through Wednesday, February 18: Adults: $30; Students: $20
Early Bird Pricing February 19 through March 31: Adults: $35; Students: $25
Regular Pricing April 1 through May 24: Adults: $40; Students: $30
Day-of Race Pricing starting at 7:30 AM: Adults: $50; Students: $40
Register by Friday, May 1 to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
If you are experiencing financial hardship at this time, please contact Dr. Kreidle.
Race registration insurance available. All runners will receive a FREE black cotton T-shirt.
RETURNING THIS YEAR: PERFORMANCE T-SHIRT OPTION! Interested in upgrading your cotton race shirt to a performance shirt? We are now selling a 100% polyester moisture-wicking black T-shirt that has the same student-created race logo on the front and sponsors on the back as our classic cotton race tee that is included with registration. Performance shirts are an additional $15. Cotton shirts are still included in registration cost unless declined. The 5K logo was created by 7th grader Violet Mills. Additional add-on option: blue hand clapper (to help cheer on runners) with 5K logo for only $2!
All classes with at least 50% participation will receive a bonus recess!
VOLUNTEERS:
All Hands on Deck! We need over one hundred volunteers to help out with the race. This is our school's biggest fundraiser, and we can't do it without you. We will follow-up with additional information and details after you sign up. Ms. A will also recruit middle school students to help. Elementary school students may volunteer with their parents. If you have questions before signing up, please contact Volunteer Coordinators Kelly Agnew and Jillian Burgess.
All day-of race volunteers receive a FREE 100% cotton pink T-shirt (PAS uniform-compliant). As an added incentive, 'on-course' 5K volunteers will receive a FREE snack bag when they check in to keep them nourished while cheering on runners!
You must be logged in to see the sign up forms!
Running Clubs: the more parents who can help mean the more children who can participate in these popular clubs April 16-May 29. Clearances needed. Contact Mr. Hunn if you can help with the 5K running clubs by either running or supervising street crossings or sign up below. He will lead a club on Thursdays and Fridays for 4th through 6th grade. If we get more volunteers, we hope to offer a Tuesday club for younger grades.
SPONSORS:
We are so grateful to the many businesses and individuals who have agreed to help sponsor our race! Our goal is to raise $30,000, money that goes straight back to our children's classrooms in one form or another. Please visit our sponsorship page for more details on sponsorship levels and perks. If you can recommend or contact any businesses (your employer, stylist, dentist, contractor, apartment manager, etc.), please let us know by submitting the sponsorship form HERE! The deadline to become a T-shirt sponsor is April 23.
Science & Technology Level: $2,500+
Engineering Level: $1,000+
Art Level: $500+
In-Kind Sponsors: $500+
PACKET PICKUP:
Thursday, May 28 & Friday, May 29: 8:00-9:00 AM and 3:00-6:15 PM
Pick Up Your Four Worlds Bakery Race Packets! Packet includes:
- T-shirt for each participant that registered by April 23 as well as performance shirt & clapper if ordered.
- Race Bib (half sheet with a number on it) for each participant. VERY IMPORTANT - the bib is assigned to a specific runner. This is to ensure that each runner in the 5K is timed for their age group. 1 Mile Fun Run is not timed but the bib serves as identification in case it is needed.
- 4 pins - pin your bib to the front of your shirt.
Please note: we are not exchanging shirts for size at packet pick-up. We will have a limited number of shirts available Monday, June 1 in the main office.
Only adults are permitted to pick up race packets; students may not pick them up for you. We appreciate your cooperation.
DAY OF RACE INFO:
7:30 AM: Day-of Registration for anyone who would still like to run opens. Adults $50/students $40. See the QR code at the registration table at the school’s front door to register. Day-of Registration is cashless. Only credit cards will be accepted.
8:30 AM: 5K Run starts & ends on Locust Street at Saint Marks Square. This is a timed race. It is important that only race runners cross over the timing strip. The course will traverse Penn campus. Any runners on the course who will not make it back to the finish line by 9:15 will be instructed to complete the course on the sidewalk.
9:30 AM: 1 Mile Fun Run starts & ends on Locust Street at Saint Marks Square. The course is an out/back on Penn’s campus.
After Party & Race Results: Enjoy hanging around the playground and the dance party, while we tally the results and announce our medal winners! Check the QR codes around the campus for your race results.
MEDICAL & SAFETY:
If you or your child have been diagnosed with a medical condition, like asthma, please use this link to make the race staff aware. All persons diagnosed with asthma MUST CARRY THEIR INHALER on their person at all times during the race. For any questions, please contact Nurse Natanya.
Runners are responsible for bringing their own inhaler, Epi-pen, or other required items. There will be a first aid station near the school’s main entrance. For emergencies on the course, call 911. Penn Police will be monitoring the course.
