Run Like It's Recess
January 26, 2025
January 26, 2025
Join us for the 14th Annual Run Like It’s Recess 5K Run/Walk, 1K, and Toddler Run
5K Start Time: 9 am
1K Start Time: 10:15 am
Toddler Run Start Time: 10:45
This annual event is hosted by Newcomb Academy PTSA, which serves Newcomb Academy (Grades K–8), a public school in the Long Beach Unified School District.
A school fundraiser and a way to promote health and fitness to the entire area. This family-friendly event is open to all ages and fitness levels. Stroller and wheelchair friendly.
Medals will be given to all finishers.
Awards for the top three 5K finishers.
FREE Dri-Fit Shirt if registered by 1/7/25 at 11:59 pm.
The Course: Flat, fast, and scenic. It takes place at El Dorado Park East in Long Beach, near the train and playground area. If you’re looking to set a personal record or if you just want to take it easy and take in the scenery, this is the perfect course.
REGISTRATION FEES:
5K EARLY Registration
10/1-10/31: $ 30.00
5K Registration:
11/1-12/4: $35
12/5-1/13: $40
1/14-1/23: $45
1/24 - RACE DAY: $50
Student 5K (17 and under): $20.00
1K: $20.00
Toddler Run: $15.00
Location: El Dorado Park Golden Grove (Link below)
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Our Philosophy
Newcomb Academy for Academic Excellence is a K-8 public school in the Long Beach Unified School District.
Newcomb Academy believes that each student must be prepared for a global society by developing the skills for academic success in order to be college and career ready and by:
Being hard-working, determined and goal oriented
Being physically and emotionally fit no matter your ability
Communicating articulately
Contributing as a member of the community
Appreciating inclusion and diversity in our multicultural world
All proceeds from this event will benefit the Newcomb PTSA.
Learn More about Newcomb Academy K-8. Here's a link below:
Contact us below if you are interested in volunteering to help with the event, would like to be a sponsor or have any other questions.
3351 Val Verde Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808, USA
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