Minneapolis, MN: PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center is inviting the Minnesota community to the second annual “Run, Walk, Roll Against Bullying” on Saturday, Oct. 1, in Bloomington, Minn. as part of PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Month of October.
“Bullying is a very real and painful issue that kids are facing,” said Julie Hertzog, director of PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center based in Minneapolis, Minn. “But they don’t have to face it alone, and bullying can be prevented if we all work together to change the culture.”
Registration and race packet pick-up begin at 9 a.m., followed by a four-mile run or 1.5-mile fun walk/roll at 10 a.m. at Mt. Normandale Lake, Normandale Blvd. and 84th St., Bloomington, Minn. The entry fee is $20 per person, and each participant will receive a complimentary T-shirt.
Snacks, door prizes and additional fun will also be provided at the Normandale Lake Bandshell immediately following the race. 13-year-old Hayley Reardon will perform an original song titled, “Stand Together.” The event will end with a demonstration of the “Unity Dance,” which groups are encouraged to do on Unity Dance Day on Wednesday, Oct. 26, as part of National Bullying Prevention Month.
Preregistration is strongly encouraged. For more information and to register for the event, visit PACER.org/bullying or call 952-838-9000. All proceeds from PACER’s Run, Walk, Roll Against Bullying will go to PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center.
PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center provides creative and interactive resources that are designed to benefit all students, including students with disabilities. It offers educators, students, families and individuals the tools they need to address bullying in schools, recreational programs or community organizations. For more information, visit PACER.org/bullying or call 952-838-9000 and become a Champion for Children!
