FAQ's about Rock 'N Roll 5K and LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash
Is this a school fundraiser?
Yes, the race is funded by sponsor donations and runner entry fees. This year's race proceeds will be used to purchase/install water bottle filling stations, purchase classroom furniture to foster flexible seating options, and purchase instructional supplies to enhance educational opportunities for LMES students.
How do I register?
You can register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Mechanicsville/LMES5k or by completing paper registration forms. Be on the lookout for registration forms coming home in your child's Report Card and/or Tuesday Folder. Please note that race t-shirts will ONLY be available to participants who have registered before April 14, 2019. We will have late race day registration available the morning of the race. It should be noted that runners who register on the day of the race will not be guaranteed a race t-shirt or swag bag.
How do I pay?
Online registration can be completed through Run Sign Up (https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Mechanicsville/LMES5k). Credit/debit cards are accepted.
Paper registrations can submit payment in the form of cash or checks made payable LMES PTA.
Can I run/walk with my stroller?
Yes! Strollers are allowed in the 5k. Children in strollers do not receive bib numbers or t-shirts.
The LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash is not stroller friendly as participants will funnel through color splash stations.
Can my child run/walk the 5K?
Children from age 5 and up are welcome and encouraged to participate. (Younger children in strollers do not need to pay an entry fee.) Parents will need to supervise their children on the course, since there will not be chaperones on every part of the course.
How is the race timed?
The Lee Davis Cross Country Team will be timing our race. Times will be available for you here after the race!
What does it mean to me an LMES alumni?
We love seeing our old students at our 5K race! Any student that has attended LMES is eligible for the Alumni award. One girl's medal and one boy's medal will be awarded after the race.
Where can I park?
Parking is available in the front field.
When can I pick up my race packet?
Race packets can be picked up at LMES the day before the race in the main lobby. We will be open from 3-6pm. You may also pick up your packet on race day between 8:00 - 8:45 am.
Where is Laurel Meadow Elementary located?
8248 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville, VA
Website: hcps.us/lmes
Can I bring my dog?
In consideration of the safety of all participants, no animals, skateboards, bikes, scooters or skates will be allowed in the official race area.
Do I have to have a student at LMES to participate?
Our 5K is a community-wide event. We welcome everyone!
What does my entry fee include?
All 5K runners will get a 5K t-shirt (if they register before the deadline) and a participation medal. You will also get 1 swag bag (per registration form) filled with various freebies from our sponsors.Please note that runners who register on race day are not guaranteed a race shirt.
LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash participants will receive a color splash t-shirt and a pair of groovy glasses (if they register before the deadline). You will also get 1 swag bag (per registration form) filled with various freebies from our sponsors. Please note that runners who register on race day are not guaranteed a race shirt.
What does the LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash and LMES Rock N' Roll 5K Family Rate include?
The LMES Rock N' Roll 5K family rate includes LMES Rock N' Roll 5K t-shirts and participant medals for each registrant as well as 1 swag bag per family.
The LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash family rate includes LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash t-shirts and a pair of groovy glasses for each registrant as well as 1 swag bag per family.
Can I run in both events (LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash & the LMES Rock N' Roll 5K)?
Yes! Please note that each race has a separate registration form. Should you choose to register online, you can register for both races in the same transaction.
Please visit our Contact Page or email [email protected] to get email addresses for additional questions.
Yes, the race is funded by sponsor donations and runner entry fees. This year's race proceeds will be used to purchase/install water bottle filling stations, purchase classroom furniture to foster flexible seating options, and purchase instructional supplies to enhance educational opportunities for LMES students.
How do I register?
You can register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Mechanicsville/LMES5k or by completing paper registration forms. Be on the lookout for registration forms coming home in your child's Report Card and/or Tuesday Folder. Please note that race t-shirts will ONLY be available to participants who have registered before April 14, 2019. We will have late race day registration available the morning of the race. It should be noted that runners who register on the day of the race will not be guaranteed a race t-shirt or swag bag.
How do I pay?
Online registration can be completed through Run Sign Up (https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Mechanicsville/LMES5k). Credit/debit cards are accepted.
Paper registrations can submit payment in the form of cash or checks made payable LMES PTA.
Can I run/walk with my stroller?
Yes! Strollers are allowed in the 5k. Children in strollers do not receive bib numbers or t-shirts.
The LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash is not stroller friendly as participants will funnel through color splash stations.
Can my child run/walk the 5K?
Children from age 5 and up are welcome and encouraged to participate. (Younger children in strollers do not need to pay an entry fee.) Parents will need to supervise their children on the course, since there will not be chaperones on every part of the course.
How is the race timed?
The Lee Davis Cross Country Team will be timing our race. Times will be available for you here after the race!
What does it mean to me an LMES alumni?
We love seeing our old students at our 5K race! Any student that has attended LMES is eligible for the Alumni award. One girl's medal and one boy's medal will be awarded after the race.
Where can I park?
Parking is available in the front field.
When can I pick up my race packet?
Race packets can be picked up at LMES the day before the race in the main lobby. We will be open from 3-6pm. You may also pick up your packet on race day between 8:00 - 8:45 am.
Where is Laurel Meadow Elementary located?
8248 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville, VA
Website: hcps.us/lmes
Can I bring my dog?
In consideration of the safety of all participants, no animals, skateboards, bikes, scooters or skates will be allowed in the official race area.
Do I have to have a student at LMES to participate?
Our 5K is a community-wide event. We welcome everyone!
What does my entry fee include?
All 5K runners will get a 5K t-shirt (if they register before the deadline) and a participation medal. You will also get 1 swag bag (per registration form) filled with various freebies from our sponsors.Please note that runners who register on race day are not guaranteed a race shirt.
LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash participants will receive a color splash t-shirt and a pair of groovy glasses (if they register before the deadline). You will also get 1 swag bag (per registration form) filled with various freebies from our sponsors. Please note that runners who register on race day are not guaranteed a race shirt.
What does the LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash and LMES Rock N' Roll 5K Family Rate include?
The LMES Rock N' Roll 5K family rate includes LMES Rock N' Roll 5K t-shirts and participant medals for each registrant as well as 1 swag bag per family.
The LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash family rate includes LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash t-shirts and a pair of groovy glasses for each registrant as well as 1 swag bag per family.
Can I run in both events (LMES Color Splash 1 Mile Dash & the LMES Rock N' Roll 5K)?
Yes! Please note that each race has a separate registration form. Should you choose to register online, you can register for both races in the same transaction.
Please visit our Contact Page or email [email protected] to get email addresses for additional questions.