2020 Leader of the Pack 5K...

• 5K Run:- Run 3.1 Miles
• 1/2 Mile Fun Run:- Fun Run

_ The 2020 Leader of the Pack 5K:

Join us for the Leader of the Pack 5K & Fun Run - Saturday May 16th at the McNair Stadium in Forest City, NC. Hosted by the Rutherford County Schools Education Foundation 11th Annual 5K run/walk and Free 1/2 mile Fun Run is a benefit for the RCSEF initiatives. 

**If you sign up after 5/04/19 you will not be guaranteed a shirt on Race Day. You can still log in your shirt size, however, as we may have some left over after the race.**

5K Registration Rate & Dates:
Until May 15th >> Adults: $20, Students [Age 18 & under]: $15
Race Day May 16th >>Adults $25, Students [Age 18 & under]: $15
Special Pricing:

• 5K Family Four Pack >> Four (4) runners for a $60 flat rate.  [To qualify - the four (4) runners must be signed up with the same registration/payment. This discount will end on May 15th and will not be available on Race Day]
• Gift Certificates >> Looking for the perfect gift for your favorite runner? Sign them up for the Leader of the Pack 5K. Click on the "Gift Certificate" button above. They love the surprise and you'll be supporting a great cause too.

SCHEDULE:
Packet Pick Up & Onsite Registration:
Friday - May 15th 3:00-6:00pm at Cool Springs Admin Offices - 382 W. Main St. Forest City
Saturday - May 16th 6:00-7:30am at McNair Stadium - McNair Dr. Forest City
START: 8:00am

Awards:
Top Overall Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd) 
Top Master Male/Female (1st & 2nd) 
Age Group Awards (1st, 2nd,& 3rd)  Male/Female in the following age groups: 
0-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

School participation awards
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. 

Community Cup Challenge
RCS Education Foundation invites - no, CHALLENGES - local business and organizations to see who can get the biggest group to register for Leader of the Pack 5K! The largest group will be awarded the Community Cup - a golden runner trophy display proudly - during the awards ceremony immediately following the 5k. Timing will NOT be a factor in the awarding of the Community Cup. Recruit coworkers, challenge other organizations on social media, and have fun supporting our children and their education! [Please do not create a Group for you School - we have that covered.]

COMMUNITY CUP CHALLENGE

RCS Education Foundation invites - no, CHALLENGES - local business and organizations to see who can get the biggest group to register for Leader of the Pack! The largest group will be awarded the Community Cup - a golden runner trophy display proudly - during the awards ceremony immediately following the 5k. Timing will NOT be a factor in the awarding of the Community Cup.
Recruit coworkers, challenge other organizations on social media, and have fun supporting our children and their education! [Please do not create a Group for you School - we have that covered.]

WHY WE RUN: RUTHERFORD COUNTY EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

• The Leader of the Pack 5K is hosted by the Rutherford County Schools Education Foundation - check out thier Mission Statement and Goals. This is why we run.
• Organizational Mission:
• Our mission is to enrich the educational experiences for our school communities. We know that our greatest asset is our children and youth. Our schools promote leadership and citizenship while preparing their students for success. The RCSEF is helping our schools be the most progressive in the state and nation.
• Programs Supported By Your Contributions:
• 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. We now have coordinators at every elementary school in the county and continue our great relationship with the McNair Foundation which provides mentors for our middle and high school students.
• Back Pack Program: The Back Pack 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. RCSEF serves as the facilitator for funding the program, while RCS facilitates any coordinating, training or support needed. The Back Pack Food Program is possible through a community effort with financial support coming mainly from faith groups, business, and local food groups.
• Going G.L.O.B.A.L.: Rutherford County Schools 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 our gratitude to our educators, both past and present, for choosing the profession of education. We have established the Rutherford County Schools Hall of Fame to recognize the outstanding work of teachers and leaders in our county, and have plans for further recognitions as funding allows.

2019 Results at: runsignup.com

2018 Results at: runsignup.com

2017 Results at: runsignup.com