March 28, 2024

Color Splash N Dash to benefit NHS cheerleaders

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The inaugural Newton High School Cheerleaders Color Splash N Dash is set for June 24. The 5K run/walk will raise funds for the cheerleading squad and give participants a chance to exercise, be colorful and enjoy a DJ.

The event will start at the high school and include five color stations along the route, where bright body paint will be thrown at the runners.

Kristin Beiner, whose daughter is on the cheerleading team, is organizing the run. She said the Color Splash N Dash will help fund an upcoming cheerleading camp and go toward new uniforms for the NHS squad.

When the cheerleading parents sat down to discuss fundraiser ideas, Beiner said, the 5K color run just stuck. The goal for the Color Splash N Dash is to get the community involved.

“This is the first time that we’re doing it, so we’d love to make it an annual event,” Beiner said. “It’s set to be a fun, big event. We just need the people to run.”

Check-in on race day will be from 8 to 8:30 a.m., and the race will start at 9 a.m. The registration fee is $25, and checks should be made payable to Newton HS Cheerleaders.

Registration forms can be dropped off at any Newton school office by May 26 or mailed to: NHS Cheerleaders Color Splash N Dash, c/o Terri Hernandez, 914 First Street North, Newton, Iowa 50208.

The pre-registration deadline is June 1. Those who sign up before the deadline will receive a T-shirt and sunglasses.

For more information or to become a sponsor email colorsplashdash@gmail.com.

Contact Justin Jagler at 641-792-3121 ext 6532 or jjagler@newtondailynews.com