5k Leader of the Pack race is May 6

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The annual 5K Leader of the Pack run/walk to benefit the Rutherford County Schools Education Foundation (RCSEF) will be held Saturday, May 6 beginning at McNair Stadium in Forest City at 8:30 a.m.

Registration fees up to race day are $30 for adults; students age 18 and under $15.

The awards ceremony will be at approximately 10 a.m.

Trophies will be awarded to the elementary, middle and high schools with the highest participation. School participation is based on runners present and checked in on the day of the race. Family members, staff, community members, etc. (not only students) count toward school participation if registered and checked in with their school affiliation. No school level awards will be determined by race times.

The largest race group will be awarded the Community Challenge Cup - a golden trophy to display at various areas The coveted traveling trophy will be presented during the awards ceremony immediately following the 5K.

The mission of RCSEF is enrich the educational experiences for school communities. The RCSEF is helping schools be the most progressive in the state and nation.

Mentoring: The goal of this program is to provide each student with a one-on-one mentorship outside the normal student/teacher relationship, thus resulting in better family relationships, grades, attendance, and behavior.

BackPack Program: The BackPack program numbers continue to grow both in children served and the partners who make it happen. This program supplies enough food for the weekend for students in need.

Going G.L.O.B.A.L.: Rutherford County School is Growing Learning Opportunities Beyond All Limits. A key component of this project is a 1:1 technology initiative providing laptops to all students in grades 5 through 12, as well iPad carts for all classrooms in grades kindergarten through 4. RCSEF supports the school system in its efforts to prepare all students for college and career success by helping to eliminate any barriers that would prevent success.

Teacher Recognition: The RCSEF takes every opportunity to express gratitude to our educators, both past and present, for choosing the profession of education.