Everything you need to know about the 2018 Cascade Ridge Color Run

 FAQ Registration and Participation

1. When and where is the Coyote Color Run?
   • The event is on Thursday, September 27^th 4:30PM -6:30PM on Cascade Ridge school grounds.
   • This is a family event so please plan to attend with your child or send them with a responsible adult. Your child should go home as usual from school on the 27^th then return with a chaperone at 4:30.

2. Does my child have to collect donations to participate in the Color Run?
   • It is free to participate and all kids will be given a Color Run t-shirt from their teacher on Wednesday, September 26^th to wear to school and the event on the 27th.  However, you must register your child on the Color Run website so that we can plan accordingly for the number of attendees and you have given us permission to spray your child if they participate.

3. How do we donate to the Color Run/PTSA?
   • Each student should set up a Join Me fundraising page on our website listed above and you can send direct emails to your family and friends.
   • You may also choose to collect checks or cash donations as well and return them to the PTSA collection box in the school lobby. Please be sure to place all your donations in a sealed envelope clearly marked with your child’s name and teacher name. REMEMBER YOU STILL HAVE TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD ONLINE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE.
   • Your donations can be made via Credit Card or Check (made payable to Cascade Ridge PTSA) 

4. Why do we do the Color Run?

• The Color Run is our only MAJOR FUNDRAISER of the school year and is our way of kicking off the year with a fun community gathering.  Your donations support the PTSA and the many programs and grants we offer throughout our school.  This year our special focus is to Fund educational enrichment materials to be used by all students.  If our goal is met we will be able to purchase technology licenses for IXL, BrainPop and RazKids, provide supplemental materials for our new science and social studies curriculum and update our Book Room with books for reading groups in all grades.
• Please see the Cascade Ridge PTSA Facebook page and/or the information letter sent home to find out more about where your money goes and how it all goes back to our children and their school. 

FAQ Color Run Logistics

1. What kind of color solution will be used?
   • We are using Sargent Art Watercolor Magic Paint. This paint is AP certified non-toxic and has been approved by the Issaquah School district for Color Run use.  This is the second Color Run held at CRE, last year the event was a huge success and all the children enjoyed the experience.
   • The paint solution is diluted with water and is washable so it will come out of all clothes including the Color Run t-shirt. If your child wants a more permanent colored shirt you may want to consider tie-dying it after the event.  Materials to tie-dye can be purchased online or at a local craft store.
   • Your child’s shirt will get wet. You may want to bring a change of clothes if you think your child will be uncomfortable after the run. 

2. How will the color be sprayed on the runners?

• Volunteers will be spread out in 5 different stations around the track and will spray the runners with a gentle stream of color water using pump garden sprayers. These sprayers have only been used for once, and that was at last year’s event.  The spray will be targeted onto the t-shirts of the runners. 

3. Can my child participate if they don’t want any color on them?
   • They can choose to run on the outer loop of the track away from the sprayers which will be placed around the inside loop. 

4. How long are the kids supposed to run?
   • We are separating the run into two heats. The K-2 grade levels will meet in the Starting Corral at 4:35 and can run/walk for 20 minutes to collect lap bracelets.  They do not have to run/walk the entire 20 minutes but should be encouraged to do so.  The 3-5 grade levels will meet in the Starting Corral at 5:10 and will run/walk for 20 minutes to collect lap bracelets.
   • After the children finish their event they can head to the prize table to collect a participation prize.
   • One lap around the track equals 1/6^th of a mile. 

FAQ Incentives for Participating

1. What will my child and his/her class get as a reward for their donations?

Incentives:

• School - We will have a school-wide fundraising goal of $78,000 for our programs, events, and grants.

If we meet the school goal every student will be invited to participate in an all-school assembly (details still in the works).

• Individual –

1.  Register and set up your online fundraising page on the website to earn the Color Run LANYARD and a SWIRL SNEAKER charm. 

2.  Send 10 or more emails to family and friends asking for support with your fundraising efforts and earn a second charm, the SILVER COYOTE PAW PRINT.  

3. Meet your personal fundraising goal of $150 or more to earn the GOLD COYOTE PAW PRINT charm and our COLOR RUN SWEATBAND –perfect for wearing on spirit days and at the Color Run event!

 *These incentives are earned as they happen and rewards will be placed in the teacher’s mailboxes to be distributed to the students at the school. 

*Students will also have the opportunity to earn charms at the lunch trivia days (9/14, 9/18 and 9/25)

 Classroom –

• 1. The top class per grade (by%) will receive an added reward of a Tie-Dye party where they can bring their Color Run t-shirts in and permanently dye them.  They will also earn a SPECIAL CHARM just for their classroom.
  2. The top overall classroom (by%) will get to spin a Candy Wheel and get a full size candy item.  This classroom will be the only class to receive the TROPHY charm.

FAQ Entertainment

1. What other activities will be available for students and families to participate in and enjoy?
   • There are lots of things going on in the area behind the school building. We will have a DJ playing music, the Fire Truck visit, Face painting, Airbrush Tattoos, a Selfie Booth, Carnival Games with prizes, a Cake Walk, Silent Auction, and Food Trucks and Concessions.  

2. Do we need to bring money to participate in the other activities?
   • Many of the activities are free to all. The only things that will have costs associated with them are:
     • Cake Walk game ($2 per round per person – CASH ONLY).
     • Concessions (baked goods $1-$3, candy $1, Gatorade, Juice Boxes and Polar Sparkling Water $1 each – CASH ONLY)
     • Kona Ice ($3 each – CASH ONLY)
       • Kono Ice shaved ice treats contains no artificial sweeteners, no high fructose corn syrup and no peanut derivatives. They are fat free, gluten free, dairy free and lactose free.
     • Gourmini’s Mini Sandwiches with Gluten Free options ( offers sandwiches, salads and soup $6-$10 – CASH, DEBIT or CREDIT)
     • Stella Flore Pizza with Gluten Free options ($9-$12.50 - CASH, DEBIT or CREDIT)
     • The Coyote Wear will be set up and orders can be made at the event. In addition, we will have our newest spirit wear, Cascade Ridge Socks, on hand to take home that day.  They cost $12 each.  You can pay via check or cash.
     • Silent Auction –Beginning September 20^th you will be able to view a full list of items being offered and place online bids. The auction will remain open through the Color Run event.   We have vacation homes, hotel packages, themed gift baskets and much more. Please plan to pay online with a credit card or bring a checkbook or cash to pay for your bids that night.  Tax receipts will be sent in the days following.

Color Run Contacts

Please contact the committee leads, Angela, Holly or Sandy with any additional questions.  If you have questions about the Silent Auction or want to donate to the auction please contact Shelly McGraw.