2008 Youth & Family
Summer Track Meet Series

GO! St. Louis® has a mission to encourage individuals and families in the region to adopt a healthy lifestyle by getting active, staying fit and eating a well-balanced diet.  One of the ways we plan to accomplish this year-round goal is through a series of fun track meets during the summer of 2008.  The track meets will be designed to engage students and their parents to get active together, while learing various track & field skills.

Who, What, When, Where, REGISTRATION, etc.
Dates and Individual Events
Note to Parents
Frequently Asked Questions

WHO: Any students who have completed Kindergarten through 8th grade; parents are welcome to join the fun!

WHAT: Track Series to include sprint, middle distance, field and relay events
**events will be timed and measured, but are not competitive**

WHERE: Parkway North High School: 12860 Fee Fee Road, 63146

WHEN: Tuesday evenings:  June 10, 17, & 24 and July 1, 8 and 15.  (Rain Date: July 22)

TIME: Registration: 5:30 p.m.; Meet begins: 6:00p.m.

REGISTRATION: $12, online by June 7th HERE or in person 30 minutes prior to the start of the event
*If registering in person, parent or guardian must be present to sign the waiver*

AMENITIES: All participants will receive one t-shirt for the series; sports drink and water will be provided
 

Each week, students and parents will participate in a sprint, middle distance event, field and relay event.  Every participant will be encouraged to complete all events.  The activities will increase in distance throughout the summer to challenge participants and to allow for a training effect.  The schedule of activities is as follows:
**Rain Date is July 22**

June 10
Sprint: 40 meter dash
Middle Distance: 400 meter run
Field Event: standing long jump
Relay: shuttle (4 x 50 meters)
Parent Walk: 1600 meters

June 17
Sprint: 50 meter dash
Middle Distance: 600 meter run
Field Event: standing triple jump
Relay: 4 x 100 meters
Parent Walk: 1600 meters

June 24
Sprint: 100 meter dash
Middle Distance: 800 meter run
Field Event: long jump
Relay: 4 x 200 meters
Parent Walk: 1600 meters

July 1
Sprint: 200 meter dash
Middle Distance: 1000 meter run
Field Event: shot put
Relay: 4 x 400 meters
Parent Walk: 3200 meters

July 8
Sprint: 38 meter hurdles
Middle Distance: 1200 meter run
Field Event: high jump
Relay: 4 x 800 meters
Parent Walk: 3200 meters

July 15
Sprint: 50 meter hurdles
Middle Distance: 1600 meter run
Field Event: alternate leg leap
Relay: sprint medley (200, 100, 100, 400)
Parent Walk: 3200 meters

Note to Parents:
> The Parent Walk is FREE. If you want to participate in the rest of the activities and receive a t-shirt, you will need to register and pay $12.
> Parents are required to be present for registration and at the track during ALL of the events.
> If interested, we have many volunteer opportunities that would allow you to help out and cheer on your son/daughter!

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Do I get a shirt every time?
No. There is ONE t-shirt for the entire series.

2. Is the $12 entry fee due each week?
No. The $12 covers the ENTIRE summer series!
(What a deal!)

3. Am I required to attend all six days?
No, but we strongly recommend that you do to get the most out of the program.

4. If I miss the first session, can I still sign up for the rest of the series?
Of course! You can sign up and begin the series at any one of the six sessions. Keep in mind that it is still $12 regardless of when you sign up. Also, we asked that you be signed up by the June 17th date to be certain that you receive a t-shirt and the correct size.

5. If it rains during one of the sessions and it is cancelled, is there a rain date?
Yes! The rain date is scheduled for July 22.

6. Can parents participate in the Sprint, Middle Distance, Field and Relay Events?
Absolutely! You must register and pay the $12 entry fee. If you choose to just do the Parent Walk, it is free.