Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions


What is the I Run Kids Marathon Program?

The I Run Kids Marathon Program is a summer running and reading program where kids in grades 1 to 8 will run 26.2 miles and reading 26 books or reading for 26 hours over the summer. At the final event, all kids will gather and run the final mile of our marathon together finishing at the same finish line.

Who can enter the I Run Kids Marathon?

All children from grades 1 through 8 are encouraged to enter. Children younger that 1st grade can participate, but parental caution is advised. Please invite a friend to join you!

My friend heard about the program and wants to sign up. Can he or she still sign up?

Sign up deadline is the end of the 2012/2013 school year but special requests will be considered. Please email the race director at kidsmarathon@yahoo.com if you wish to enter after the school year is out. We will do what we can to get everyone entered.

What is the cost of the Program?

The entry cost is $14 per child thanks to generous gifts from our many sponsors.

What do I get?

All entrants should print out an I Run Kids Marathon Running & Reading Log. At the FINAL MILE, all participants will receive a goody bag and Tshirt. Upon finishing the final mile of the marathon, each participant will receive a Finishers Medal. There will also be a lot of door prizes to give away.

How will we receive our T-shirts?

T-shirts will be given to all participants at the final event on Saturday, August 24th.

When will I receive my other prizes?

You will be awarded your finishers medal at the finish line on August 24 at WLC at our FINAL MILE Celebration. You will also receive a small goody bag at that time.

How do I receive my prizes and goody bag if I can’t make it to the Final Mile Celebration?

Please let us or your School Representative know if can’t make the FINAL MILE Event. We will arrange to get your medal and goody bag to you. Delivery costs will be covered to the schools that participate with a representative. If you don’t have school representative, there will be a small mailing charge (approx. $5), please email us. (kidsmarathon@yahoo.com)

Do I need to be present at the FINAL MILE event on August 24th in order to win the special door prizes that are being given away?

Yes you do. We have a limited number of special prizes that were generously donated by our sponsors and you must be present to win.

How do I log my miles and books?

You will log your running and reading on the I Run Kids Marathon Log that will be available to print off here on the website. You can run in intervals as small as 1/4 mile at a time. Reading can be logged by the book or by the 1/4 hour of reading (or combination of reading).

Do I have to run the required miles or can I walk?

Either one is just fine, you can either walk or run. We encourage you to run but it’s up to you.

Who can I run with?

You can run with your friends, family, or by yourself. Try to get your parents to run with you so they can share the benefits of exercise as well.

When is the FINAL MILE & celebration?

The final mile will be run on Saturday, August 24th with the event starting at 9:00AM and concluding around 12:00PM. Please show up early as the mile run is not the only activity going on. The race will begin near 10:00AM with the give aways after the final runners finish.

Where is the final event located?

The final event will be held at Wisconsin Lutheran College's Raabe Stadium. The address is 10200 W. Watertown Plank Rd. and along Underwood Parkway about 1/4 mile west of Hwy 45 at the Watertown Plank Rd. exit.

If is it raining will the FINAL MILE Event be held?

Yes, rain or shine the event will go on.

Are you still looking for parent volunteers to help during the Final Mile Event on August 24th?

Yes we are! We need lots of parent volunteers to help make this a successful event. We need course marshals, helpers to hand out goody bags, food/drink preparation and distribution, and a clean-up crew. Please email us at kidsmarathon@yahoo.com if you can help. Thank you!

I have a different question, who do I contact?

You can contact your I Run Kids Marathon school representative or email us at kidsmarathon@yahoo.com