Character Counts 5K

🏃‍♂️ Character Counts 5K

Runners of all ages and abilities are invited to join us for the first annual Character Counts 5K and Fun Run on Sunday, October 22 in honor of Lower Merion High School’s beloved late principal, Dr. Sean Hughes. All of the race proceeds will benefit the Sean A. Hughes Memorial Garden and Plaza planned for the Lower Merion High School campus. The Garden design includes a unique gateway to campus reflecting both the physical image of Dr. Hughes and the tenets of his oft-stated motto that “Character Counts.” As ninth-grade students “Enter to Learn” and 12th-grade students “Go Forth to Serve,” they will pass through this gateway and into an outdoor plaza intended for learning, mindfulness, and growth.

📍 Location

• LMHS track (Hap Arnold Field) Parking at LMHS

🏆 Awards

• Overall and Age Groups

🎁 Amenities

• T-shirt*, water stops on the loop, complimentary refreshments*, mugs for prizes, raffle baskets, gift certificates
• *while supplies last (all registered before 10/21 will receive a t-shirt)

🏅 Race Results

• Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.: Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

🌟 Generous Sponsors Include

• Lower Merion Education Association, Lundy, Beldecos & Milby Law, Camp Tecumseh, Lower Merion/Harriton Alumni Association, Primos Hoagies/Ardmore and more

ℹ️ More about Sean

Sean A. Hughes, the beloved principal of Lower Merion High School for more than 14 years, was tragically killed on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. In addition to his legendary dedication to Lower Merion High School, Dr. Hughes is also remembered for his life-long love of running.