The 24^th Annual Long Run starts and finishes at Willis C. Winters Park (previously known as Randall Park – across the street from Woodrow Wilson High School) located at 100 S. Glasgow Drive in Historic East Dallas. After the races, join runners, student groups, parents, families and community members for food, refreshments, and entertainment at one of the oldest and most established races in East Dallas. 

This year’s event will take place on Thursday, April 14^th with festivities beginning at 5:30pm.  

The 1K Family Fun Run/Walk begins at 6:00pm and encircles the J.L. Long Middle School and Woodrow Wilson High School campuses. 

The 5K Certified Run, beginning at 6:30pm, takes full advantage of the beautiful Santa Fe Trail then winds its way through the picturesque neighborhoods in Old East Dallas. Each entrant will receive a race t-shirt and dinner.  In addition, awards will be given for the fastest runners in the various age groups. 

Early registration, before Friday, April 1^st, is just $25 per runner. This includes entry fee, race t-shirt, and a meal. 

The 24th Annual Long Run is the only fundraiser sponsored by the J.L. Long Middle School PTA. Proceeds are targeted to bridge critical gaps in the J.L. Long Middle School budget, including:

• Fees associated with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program
• Funding needed to support Peace Pantry
• Leadership Cadet Corps uniforms
• Instruments for band and orchestra
• Equipment for science labs
• Supplemental books and educational materials
• Entry fees and transportation for Long’s Math & Science Team
• Entry fees and transportation for athletic and music competitions
• Transportation for student field trips to promote a college-bound culture
• Student gardens and campus beautification
• 6th grade "Buc Camp" orientation

SPONSORSHIP

When you sponsor this event, you become part of your school community! Your tax-deductible contribution guarantees corporate exposure at the community level. For donations of $150 and more, your business will be prominently featured:

- Name or logo on race t-shirts, race brochure/entry form

- Name or logo displayed on a banner outside of J.L. Long

- Live promotion on race day

- Name or logo on J.L. Long PTA website for an entire year

Corporate Sponsorship Questions?  
Contact Lori Kirkpatrick (kirkpatrick4disd@gmail.com).  

Family Sponsorship Questions?
Contact Sarah Ringwald (sarah.ringwald@sbcglobal.net).  

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JL Long Middle School PTA

6116 Reiger Avenue

Dallas TX 75214