Mustang Madness 5K and 1K Fun Run

🏃‍♂️ WHAT

• Event Introduction: Formerly the Ford Elementary Jingle Jog - we are now introducing the inaugural spring Mustang Madness 5K and Fun Run!
• Purpose: This race is a fundraising event to benefit the Ford Elementary School Foundation.
• Foundation Goals: The Ford Elementary School Foundation (FESF) established in 2005, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing enhanced educational opportunities.
• More Information: For more information about the FESF, go to fordesfoundation.com.

📅 EVENT DETAILS

• Date and Time: The 5K will be on Saturday, March 1st and begin and end in the Bus Port at Ford Elementary School (1345 Mars Hill Rd. Acworth, GA 30101).
• Fun Run Start: The race will kick off with a 1K fun run at 7:45 am.
• 5K Start: A timed 5K will begin at 8:00 am.

🏞️ COURSE

• Course Type: The course is an out and back loop with rolling hills.
• Course Route: Exiting the Ford Elementary Bus Port, turn right on Mars Hill Rd., then right on Fords Rd. with a turnaround at County Line Road.

AWARDS

• Age Categories: Awards will be given for top 3 finishers of each age category for Male & Female.
• Overall Winners: We will also award the top overall Male & Female winners of the race.
• Categories List: The age categories are Kindergarten-5th grade, Middle School, High School, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over.

👕 T-SHIRTS

• Shirt Guarantee: T-shirts are guaranteed to all registrations received prior to February 7th.

🅿️ PARKING

• Parking Availability: There will be parking at Ford Elementary School - in the school lots as well as along the car line lanes.

☔ WEATHER

• Event Conditions: The race will happen rain or shine.
• Emergency Updates: Check your email on race morning for real-time updates on the status of the race if there is severe weather.

📝 REGISTRATION

• Online Registration: Closes at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, February 26th.
• Race Day Registration: Available from 7:00 - 7:40 am in the Ford Cafeteria.

💵 REFUNDS

• No Refunds Policy: No refunds or transfers are allowed.
• Cancellation Terms: Registration fees are not refundable in the event of race cancellation due to extreme conditions.

📦 PACKET PICK-UP

• Pick-up Time: Packet pick-up will be held in the Cafeteria on race morning starting at 7 am.
• Student Packets: Some student packets may be sent home with students the Friday prior to the race.

⏱️ TIMING

• Timing Method: This race is a gun-timed event.
• Volunteer Support: Volunteers will record times at the finish line.
• Sponsorship Opportunity: If interested in sponsoring chip timing, please email fordelemfoundation@gmail.com.

💧 WATER STATIONS

• Water Availability: There will be one water station on the course at the turnaround site on County Line Rd.
• Post-Race Refreshments: Additional water, post-race snacks, and pancake breakfast will be available at the finish line.

🚑 FIRST AID

• Emergency Protocol: In case of an emergency, notify one of the on-site volunteers or a police officer.

🚻 RESTROOMS

• Restroom Access: Restrooms are available inside the school through the cafeteria entrance.

🤝 SPONSORS

• Sponsor Appreciation: THANK YOU to our great event sponsors!
• Sponsorship Opportunities: If interested in being a sponsor, please email fordelemfoundation@gmail.com.