RGV Kick-Off 2012
- When: January 28, 2012 10:00 AM
- Where: San Benito's Bobby Morrow Stadium
On Saturday, January 28, 2012 , Rio Grande Valley Area elementary school children will boldly begin the challenge of running or walking 26.2 miles incrementally over six months together in the free, glorious, Ceremonial Kick Off Celebration. These children will run or walk their ceremonial first lap of as Marathon Kids with other Rio Grande Valley families.
Teachers and families: You are invited and encouraged to attend this free event and run or walk with your children as they take on the challenge of running/walking 26.2 miles incrementally over six months, tracking their progress and healthy eating choices as they go, all in an effort to combat childhood obesity and type II diabetes.
Registered children who participate in the free Kick Off Celebration will earn free rewards!
Schools from all the Rio Grande Valley area districts, private schools, and home school families are invited to participate!
Quick Facts:
- This event is open to registered Marathon Kids and their families
- All attendees will be seated first come, first serve and brought down onto the track in groups by section.
- Children may attend with their school group and/or their family.
- School groups should bring large banners/signs to help identify your group.
- Groups should designate a meeting place outside the stadium to gather before entering the stands.
- Plan to run/walk with your students/children!
- Event will last roughly 1 hour.
- Dress is comfortable/athletic and weather appropriate.
Volunteers Needed! To volunteer for this event, click here.
Weather Info: The event will go on rain or shine! Any necessary weather updates will be posted on this page the morning of January 28th, but please plan to attend rain or shine!
Teachers and families: You are invited and encouraged to attend this free event and run or walk with your children as they take on the challenge of running/walking 26.2 miles incrementally over six months, tracking their progress and healthy eating choices as they go, all in an effort to combat childhood obesity and type II diabetes.
Registered children who participate in the free Kick Off Celebration will earn free rewards!
Schools from all the Rio Grande Valley area districts, private schools, and home school families are invited to participate!
Quick Facts:
- This event is open to registered Marathon Kids and their families
- All attendees will be seated first come, first serve and brought down onto the track in groups by section.
- Children may attend with their school group and/or their family.
- School groups should bring large banners/signs to help identify your group.
- Groups should designate a meeting place outside the stadium to gather before entering the stands.
- Plan to run/walk with your students/children!
- Event will last roughly 1 hour.
- Dress is comfortable/athletic and weather appropriate.
Volunteers Needed! To volunteer for this event, click here.
Weather Info: The event will go on rain or shine! Any necessary weather updates will be posted on this page the morning of January 28th, but please plan to attend rain or shine!
