Read, Deed, Run

Do you like to run?

Do you like to read? Do you like to do good things for others?

If you answered

YES to any of the questions above…

Copeland’s Read, Deed & Run program is for you!

Copeland is excited to bring back the Read, Deed, Run program for the 2012-2013 Fourth AND Fifth Grade classes! Students in the program commit to a Reading, Good Deed and Running Marathon! This means students will run a total of 26.2 miles, read 26 Just Right books (or 2600 pages) and do 26 hours of good deeds for someone or something else. Each week RDR participants will meet to discuss books, deeds, stretching and nutrition. We‟ll either do a 1 mile run or complete an on-campus good deed, sometimes we‟ll do both. The program culminates in May with students running their final 1.2 miles in a “race” for their finisher‟s t-shirt and medal at Lone Star College – Cy Fair. This program is modeled after a program started by the St. Louis Marathon and is intended to have a positive impact on the whole child, while strengthening the family unit through community service. This is a year long commitment, so please consider the time commitment (almost every Tuesday from 3:30 – 4:30). RDR staff will provide the opportunity for 15 1-mile runs and 10 on-campus deeds at our Tuesday meetings, but the participants and their families are responsible for the remainder of the required mileage and deeds and all of the reading. If you‟re interested, please fill out the application on the back of this page

Read, Deed, Run Participant Application

*Name: __________________________________________

*Homeroom Teacher: _______________________________________________

*Parent email (please print clearly): ____________________________________

*Please list your other activities: (examples: volleyball, cheerleading, football,

scouts, etc…) _____________________________________________________

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*What types of books do you like to read? _______________________________

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*What is your mile time? (How long it takes you to run one mile) _____________

*Please list the name of a teacher at Copeland who know you well and could give

a recommendation. ________________________________________________

The application will not be accepted without this portion being completed as the instructions indicate:

*The Copeland Read, Deed & Run Marathon is a major time commitment throughout the school year. On a separate piece of paper, please write one paragraph to answer each of the following questions:

Why do you want to be part of the Copeland RDR Maration?

What do you consider to be a valuable „deed‟ that you are willing to do for another person or the community?

Please return this application to your homeroom teacher upon completion.

Application deadline is Friday, September 7th

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Fine Print: There will be a mandatory Parent Meeting on Tuesday September 4th at 6:30 p.m. for parents of students who turn in an application and wish to participate. There is a $40 fee for participation. You may pay all at once or $20 per semester.

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Read, Deed, Run Permission Slip and Release Form

 

 

_________________________________ _________________________________ Printed Name of Student Campus

I have read the Read, Deed, Run program description, and my signature below indicates that I give permission of my child (named above) to participate in the voluntary Read, Deed, Run program on the dates and times indicated.

I understand it is my responsibility to provide transportation home for my child each afternoon the program

meets. My child’s mode of transportation home will be as follows:

Walk Bicycle Car: _______________________ (with whom)

I, as parent/guardian, understand that neither the school or Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District, nor any of the trustees, their officers, employees, or organization sponsors are liable for any accident or injuries that may occur to the above-named student as a result of any aspect of his/her participation in the Read, Deed, Run program.

I acknowledge that in case of any emergency, illness, or accident an attempt will be made to reach the

emergency contact people I have listed. However, if no one can be reached, I authorize the school officials to take whatever action is deemed necessary in their judgment, for the health of my child. I will be responsible for any costs in the event my child is transported in ambulance.

Printed Name of Parent/Guardian After-school phone number Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

Name of Emergency Contact - Different than Above Emergency Contact Phone Number

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Copeland Read, Deed, Run Marathon

Name ________________________________________________

Home Phone Number _____________________________________

Parent E-Mail __________________________________________

Homeroom Teacher ______________________________________

T-Shirt Size (circle one): YS YM YL AS AM AL

Please select ONE option below:

My child will be a car rider on all meeting days _______

My child will ride a bike or walk home _______

Do you have any food allergies: _______ If so, what? _____________

Do you take any medicines? _______ If yes, what? _______________

Doctor’s name: _________________________

Doctor’s phone number: ___________________

Hospital preference: _____________________

Emergency contact info:

Mom cell phone: ______________ Dad cell phone: _____________

Home phone: ___________________________________________

Emergency contact (other than mom & dad)_____________________

PARTICIPATION CONTRACT Training Sessions & Meetings:

Day: Tuesdays

Time: After school – 4:30 for 25 weeks. Calendar will be provided.

Mandatory Parent Meeting: September 4th

Beginning Date: September 11th

Ending Date: May 21st

Race Date: May 21st

Requirements:

1) Students should plan to attend every training session unless ill.

2) Students will be permitted one absence per month, unless ill, or

other extenuating circumstances, such as a death in the family.

3) After the 4th absence the student will be removed from the

program.

4) Students must follow rules and instructions, and demonstrate

responsible behavior. Problems with behavior in the classroom

or in the program may result in removal from the program.

5) If a student receives a discipline referral, removal from the

program will be considered by the RDR committee and will

depend on the severity of the offense. Upon receiving a second

discipline referral, the student will automatically be removed

from RDR.

My child has permission to participate in the Copeland Read, Deed, Run Marathon.

We have read and understand the requirements for the program.

__________________________ _________________________ Student Signature Parent Signature

RDR Student and Parent Contract The Copeland Read, Deed, Run Marathon is a very rewarding program, but is also quite demanding. Please read the following statements with your child and indicate that you both understand each requirement of RDR. I understand that RDR is a 25 week program that begins September 11th,

2012 and ends with the final run on May 21st, 2013. ________________________ ______________________________ Student Signature Parent Signature

I understand that RDR meets according to the provided calendar and pick up time is 4:30.

________________________ ______________________________ Student Signature Parent Signature

I understand that I (participant) am responsible for reading 26 books or

2600 pages over the course of the program and books must be recorded on the Reading Log in my RDR book.

_________________________ ______________________________ Student Signature Parent Signature

I understand that 10 on-campus Deeds will be provided and the remaining 16 Deeds will be the responsibility of the participant. I also understand that on-campus Deed opportunities are optional and Deeds must be recorded on the Deed Log in my RDR book. (Chores do not count at deeds.)

__________________________ ______________________________ Student Signature Parent Signature

I understand that 15 Runs will be provided over the course of the program

and 10 miles will be the responsibility of the participant. I also understand that Runs must be recorded on the Run Log in the RDR book.

__________________________ ______________________________ Student Signature Parent Signature

Coach – Emily (Jackson) Belcher Coach – Robert Rankin Coach – Stacy (Holmes) Fischer Coach – Karen Sliker Coach – Amy Locke Coach – Suzy Smith Coach – Kristin Attleson Coach – Amanda Cox Coach – Heather Cook

RDR is an all encompassing program for the WHOLE child.

Students in 4th and 5th commit to a year-long program in which they will read 26 books (or 2600 pages), perform 26 good deeds in the community, and run a total of 26.2 miles

Students run their final 1.2 miles in a “race” to earn their Finisher’s t-shirt and medal.

Students are required to RUN a total of 25 miles. Students are required to READ a total of 26

books, or 2600 pages. Students are required to perform 26 DEEDS in

or for the community. (1 deed = 1 hour) All of these requirements MUST be met by May

14, 2011.

September

4: Parent Mtg.

11: Run

18: Run

25: Deed 1 run on your own

1 deed on your own

October

2: OFF

9: Run

16: OFF

23: Deed

30: Run & Deed 1 run on your own

2 deeds on your own

November

6: OFF

13: Run

20: Run

27: Deed 1 run on your own

2 deeds on your own

December

4: OFF

11: Run

18: Deed 1 run on your own

2 deeds on your own

January

15: Run

22: Run

29: Deed 1 run on your own

2 deeds on your own

February

5: OFF

12: Run

19: Run

26: Deed 1 run on your own

2 deeds on your own

March

19: Run & Deed 2 runs on your own

2 deeds on your own

April

2: OFF

9: Run

16: Deed

30: Run & Deed 1 run on your own

2 deeds on your own

May

7: Run

14: Books Due!!

21: Final Run/Race 1 run on your own

1 deed on your own

On the Tuesdays that we are on campus for a Run or a Deed, the kids will meet in the library after school and they will eat a snack brought from home.

The students will then be divided into their groups and the coaches will hold a short informational meeting and then run, or the kids will complete a deed.

Pick up time is 4:30 on both Run and Deed days.

Students are required to read 26 books, or

2600 pages. Books read in school CAN count towards the

Read requirement. Books must be on the student’s reading level. Record of the books read will be kept in the

student’s RDR book.

For every 5 books read, the student will earn an RDR book charm. For the 26th book, the student will earn the RDR Reading Trophy charm.

# Title Author # of pages

Parent Initials

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Select a book to read. Enter the title, author, and start date. When you have completed it, write the date and get your parents initials.

Happy Reading!!!

Students are required to perform 26 deeds in or for the community.

one deed = one hour of service 10 Deeds will be provided on campus, the additional 16 Deeds are the

student’s responsibility. Deed opportunities will be communicated throughout the program.

If you know of any community service needs, please feel free to share. An on-campus Deed opportunity is NEVER required, it is completely up to the

student and their family to decide if they wish to participate. Students may earn up to 6 Deed credits for deeds performed for teachers

or the PTO on campus. If you are unsure about a Deed, contact your child’s coach for deed approval.

For every 5 deeds performed the student will earn

an RDR citizenship charm.

# Deed Location:

Where was it?

Deed:

What did you do?

How long did it take?

Parent Initials

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Record the Deed – Where did you go? What did you do? Remember: Deeds are done outside your home; for your neighbors or people/organizations

in our community.

Remember: Deeds are not Chores. These need to be for the community.

Students are required to Run a total of 25 miles throughout the course of the

program.

15 Runs will be provided, the other 10 Runs are the responsibility of the student.

On Run Days, students will run around the neighborhood. Staff or parents will serve as crossing guards at busy intersections.

Students will need to dress appropriately – shorts, t-shirts, and running shoes. They may bring these clothes to change in to, but it’s best if they wear them to school.

The final 1.2 “Race to the Finish” will take place on May 21st.

For every 5 miles ran, the student will earn an RDR milesage charm.

Mile Date Mile Time Staff Initials

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Mile Date Mile Time Staff Initial

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After completing each mile, record the date, your approximate time, and ask an adult to initial.

Happy Running!!!

• Our first line of communication will be through email. Please provide us with an email address that you check regularly.

• We will post Deed opportunities and other miscellaneous announcements on the Copeland Read, Deed, Run Facebook fan page. (facebook.com/CopelandRDR) Join by clicking “Like” on the page.

Forms Permission Slip and Release Form – your child will not be

allowed to stay after school until this form is turned in. Contact information and Participation contract Student & Parent Contract

Rain – If it is a RUN day and it is raining at 3:00pm, and we have Rainy Day Dismissal, we will cancel RDR. An email will go out to parents and students will go home via their regular transportation.

Students will be given water bottles after each run.

It is VERY important that your child wears

his/her RDR shirt on RDR days. This is for their safety and protection while we run.

We will send the RDR list to the office so they are

aware of your child’s transportation change.

Deed Volunteers – needed to help with on campus and off campus Deed opportunities. If you are interested in organizing a deed, please sign up.

Library Volunteers – monitor snack time and help

with crowd control until staff can get to the library. Run Day Volunteers – run with the groups to help

with crowd control, street crossings, etc…

RDR Meeting Calendar

September 4: Parent Mtg. 11: Run

18: Run 25: Deed o 1 run on your own o 1 deed on your own

October 2: OFF 9: Run

16: OFF 23: Deed 30: Run & Deed o 1 run on your own o 2 deeds on your own

November 6: OFF 13: Run 20: Run 27: Deed o 1 run on your own o 2 deeds on your own

December 4: OFF 11: Run 18: Deed o 1 run on your own o 2 deeds on your own

January 15: Run 22: Run 29: Deed o 1 run on your own o 2 deeds on your own

February 5: OFF 12: Run 19: Run 26: Deed o 1 run on your own o 2 deeds on your own

March 19: Run & Deed o 2 runs on your own o 2 deeds on your own

April 2: OFF 9: Run 16: Deed 30: Run & Deed o 1 run on your own o 2 deeds on your own

May 7: Run 14: Books Due!! 21: Final Run/Race o 1 run on your own o 1 deed on your own