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The Safer Schools Initiative 5k for School Safety

Sat March 14, 2026
Alachua, FL 32615 US Directions

Events

Safer Schools 5k Run / Walk

Price: $30
Time: 4:00PM EDT
Registration ends March 14, 2026 at 4:30pm EDT

Place

Tech City
13146 NW 86 th Dr.
Alachua, FL US 32615

Description

You are welcome to Join Safer Schools Initiative – First Annual 5K for School Safety


Get ready to lace up your running shoes and make a REAL impact in our community! Join us at
Tech City in Alachua for the First Annual Safer Schools Initiative 5K for School
Safety, a family-friendly race with a powerful purpose.


This isn’t just another Saturday morning run. Every step you take helps protect the students,
teachers, and schools in our community.

All race proceeds directly support:
✔️ Placing trauma kits in local schools
✔️ Training teachers and staff on how to use life-saving equipment
✔️ Providing advanced law enforcement training to better prepare officers for school-
based emergencies

Thanks to the generous support of Okito America, this event will be full of energy, community
spirit, and commitment to safer learning environments.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a weekend walker, or a proud supporter of school safety, this
race is for YOU. Bring your friends, bring your family, and help us take meaningful strides
toward protecting our schools.

This race will professionally chip timed by Florida Race Day 
The first 200 runners will receive a race day t-shirt, finisher medal, Free Downloadble Race Photos, Awards and More  


✨ Run with purpose. Run for safety. Run for our future.
We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

Race Contact Info

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Race Course

5K Course Consists of 2 laps 

Directions

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