Jefferson Elementary PTA
It's Jog-A-Thon Time!
When: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Where: Jefferson Main Field
Students walk, run, or skip around the track at this annual event to support our amazing Jefferson programs!
Raise money ● Win prizes ● Have FUN!
The Jog-A-Thon is one of our largest fundraising events, and it's essential to continue art, garden/nutrition, PE, field trips, after-school programs, and more at Jefferson. All the money we raise goes directly back to JEFFERSON!
How to Participate
Jog-A-Thon Schedule
TK AM & Kinder EB
8:10 - 9:05
8:10-8:20
Warm Up
8:20-8:50
Walk/Run/Jog
8:50-9:05
Cool down & popsicles
2nd & 3rd Grades
11:05 - 12:10
11:05-11:15
Warm Up
11:15-12:00
Walk/Run/Jog
12:00-12:10
Cool down & popsicles
4th & 5th Grades
8:55 - 10:00
8:55-9:05
Warm Up
9:05- 9:50
Walk/Run/Jog
9:50-10:00 am
Cool down & popsicles
Kinder Late Owls
12:05 - 12:55
12:05-12:15
Warm Up
12:15-12:45
Walk/Run/Jog
12:45-12:55
Cool down & popsicles
1st Grade
9:50 - 10:40
9:50-10:00
Warm Up
10:00-10:30
Walk/Run/Jog
10:30-10:40
Cool down & popsicles
(10:40-11:00 Recess)
TK PM
1:35 - 2:25
1:35-1:45
Warm Up
1:45 pm - 2:15 pm Walk/Run/Jog
2:15pm - 2:25pm
Cool down & popsicles
Amazing Prizes!
Individual Prizes
Most Laps!
One boy and one girl who run the most laps in TK, K/1st, 2nd/3rd, and 4th/5th grades will receive new pairs of running shoes!
Most Pledges!
Students who receive the highest number of pledges will go to Aloha Ice with Mrs. Susie!
Most $ Raised!
The student who raises the most money will receive a new pair of running shoes. The next three students will receive one Spirit Wear item of their choice. The next four students will join Mrs. Merritt for lunch at Lola's!
Classroom Prizes
Each week, we will announce the classroom that has raised the highest dollar amount so far. Class prizes include a Popcorn Party, an Ice Cream Party, and a Pizza Party!
Classroom winners will be announced on Feb 11, Feb 18, and Feb 28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can parents volunteer?
Absolutely! Please refer to the following school sign up! We can use help leading up to Jogathon and especially the day of!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4EA4A82DABFD0-54586848-jefferson#/
Can parents run/walk with their kids?
Absolutely!
How long does Jefferson collect money?
All month long! We would be grateful for coins, cash, checks (made out to Jefferson Elementary PTA), and credit cards. All donations are tax-deductible. If a receipt is needed, please indicate this on the donation card going home in packets. All credit card donations receive a receipt for taxes automatically.
Where do we turn in donations?
Feel free to have your student turn them in during class or turn them into the office.
When do we turn in pledge cards?
Please turn in pledge cards by the day of Jogathon February 26th. We will tally and calculate any money owed for your runner, and return to backpacks as soon as possible.
Are you selling Encouragement Posters to line the track?
We sure are! You can buy them at drop off, pick up or purchase electronically. Please refer to the Jogathon Website for the electronic order form!
https://www.jespta.net/jog-a-thon-2025
What is the goal?
Overall School Goal: $35,000
Individual Student Goal: $75
What are the prizes?
Highest Dollar Amount Raised Weekly By Classroom/Teacher:
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Popcorn, PJ’s, and Bring a Stuffy Party (Announced Tuesday, February 11th)
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Pizza Party (Announced Tuesday, February 18th)
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Ice cream bars/Popsicle party (Announced Friday, February 28th)
Most Laps Run
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New Running Shoes
TK- male/female
K-1st- male/female
2nd-3rd- male/female
4th-5th- male/female
Highest $ Raised by Kids:
Top 3 - Spirit Wear of choice
Next 4- Lolas with Mrs. Merritt
Most pledges:
Top 4 will get to go to Aloha Ice with Mrs.Susie
What does it cost to run the event?
We budgeted $2,000 to run the event. All remaining proceeds go directly back to the programs at Jefferson!