Race to Breakthrough 2023
RACE TO BREAKTHROUGH – Saturday, September 2nd, 2023*
Thank you for your interest in making Breakthroughs happen! Now in our 4th year – registrations and team support have helped raise funds for Breakthrough Miami, our Teaching Fellows, Scholars, and Volunteers to ensure we continue our mission and inspire the next generation of Change Makers.
Below is everything you need to prepare for and complete your race (and have fun!)
Follow us on our social channels and stay tuned throughout the month as we share exciting new details about this year’s race, including tips on how to prepare yourself for race day!
*Activities can be completed Saturday, September 2 through Sunday, September 10, 2023
RACE DAY DETAILS:
- Race Day Details & FAQs
- Download your Race Day Bib
- Instructions for Submitting Your Results
- Award Categories
- Motivational Spotify Playlists curated by our very own Breakthrough Student Volunteers and Staff.
What? In support of Breakthrough Miami’s Scholars to provide many more years of Breakthroughs, we are challenging our race participants to choose ANY activity you’d like and measure it in increments of 30. Whether it is a 30 min walk, a 3.1-mile run, 3000 steps while shopping, 300 meters paddling, or even 30 push-ups – you choose and BE CREATIVE! Creativity counts!
Where? Anywhere! It’s a virtual race. You can participate in your own neighborhood, indoors on a treadmill or stationary bike, climb a mountain, or wherever you are in the world while remaining safe, of course. We have racers registered from all over the world – from Florida to London to Singapore!
What to wear? In addition to wearing your personalized race-day bib, show your #BreakthroughMiami spirit on race day by wearing your Breakthrough gear. Scholar, Volunteer, and Teaching Fellow t-shirts are welcome!
Be sure to:
- Print your bib at home on regular size paper.
- Customize your bib and share what you run for – examples: I run for EDUCATION EQUITY. I run for BREAKTHROUGHS. I run for OPPORTUNITIES, etc…
- Fasten with safety pins to your race day shirt.
- Take a selfie with your Breakthrough spirit and include your bib. Use this photo later for posting to social media and uploading to the post-race form.
- Share your race experience on social media to help spread the spirit of positivity during these uncertain times. Tag us @BreakthroughMiami and use #RaceToBreakthrough #IRACE4Breakthroughs #RaceFor30
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
How can I get service hours? You must submit a Post-Race Form in order to receive service hours. Answer “yes” to the question about service hours in the form. Service hour letters will be emailed to participants using the email they used to register. Please note, that your school may require additional documentation or use a digital platform.
Catalyze & Connect. At Breakthrough we embrace and encourage student voice and leadership. Aligned with our social change model for leadership – Leading Self, Leading Others, Leading Community — building communication and advocacy skills are critical for growth, development, and impact. Our student-led Race To Breakthrough is not only a global virtual pep rally to celebrate the new school year programming but also a powerful vehicle for leadership development among all stakeholders, including even the youngest students.
Challenge: Create a video and/or a written statement sharing why education is essential in moving our community forward.
Skillbuilding:
Through this exercise, students will:
- Reflect upon a community issue and craft a personal statement (written or video) (Include at least one research-based fact to support your case)
- Encourage others to view their statements and invite them to join in support
Students will gain:
- Analytical skills
- Writing abilities
- Video creation and public speaking skills
- Practice in advocacy and community building
- Sense of community grounded in shared values
FAQs
Do I have to run? Absolutely not! We are celebrating Breakthroughs while promoting fun and wellness. Choose ANY activity you’d like and measure it in increments of 30. Whether it is a 30 min walk, a 3.1 mile run, 3000 steps while shopping, 300 meters paddling, or even 30 push-ups – you choose and BE CREATIVE! Creativity counts!
How do I track my activity? We are on an honor system, so you may track your activity however you wish and take photos!
For accuracy and ease, you can try any of the following options below for tracking time & distance:
- Smartphone: use the GPS and timer on your android or iPhone
- Running GPS watch
- Map My Run or Map My Ride Apps
- FREE RUN-TRACKING APPS
How far is the race? There is no set distance. Choose ANY activity you’d like and measure it in increments of 30. Whether it is a 30 min walk, a 3.1 mile run, 3000 steps while shopping, 300 meters paddling, or even 30 push-ups – you choose and BE CREATIVE! Creativity counts!
Do I have to document my results? We recommend you do, especially if you’d like to participate in our friendly competition. (See award categories below for inspiration)
What if I can’t race on Saturday, 9/2? No worries. You will be able to complete your activity any time from Saturday, September 2nd through Sunday, September 10th.
How do I submit my results? Upload proof of completion to our Post-Race Form. Any of the following can be used as evidence: photos of you on race day completing your activity, a screenshot of your choice of running app (i.e. MapMyRun, Runtastic, Nike Run Club, iPhone GPS, etc.), your iPhone or Apple Watch – whatever GPS device you used to track your time and distance.
Note: If you would like to participate competitively in the 3.1 mile category, the evidence submitted must include proof of time, in addition to distance and method of completion, and the 3.1 mile distance must be completed in one segment.
Where can I share social posts? Go live. Take Pictures, and show your team spirit! Be sure to share your pre and post-race experience on your social sites – Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, etc… to spread lots of “breakalicious” positivity! Tag us @BreakthroughMiami and use #RaceToBreakthrough #IRACE4Breakthroughs
How can I get service hours? You must submit a Post-Race Form in order to receive service hours. Answer “yes” to the question about service hours in the form. Service hour letters will be emailed to participants using the email they used to register. Please note, your school may require additional documentation or use a digital platform.
SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS
Enjoy our favorite music while you complete your race activities! You can access these playlists, curated by the Breakthrough Miami Student Volunteers and Staff, on Spotify by searching “Race to Breakthrough” or clicking on one of the links below.
RACE Day Happy Summer Vibes playlist by BTM Student Volunteer Council
POST-RACE FORM
If you’re at this step, CONGRATS! That must mean you completed the race. (SPIRIT CHECK!!) The Post-Race Form must be submitted no later than Sunday, September 10th.
AWARDS
Awards may include the following, and will be announced on Instagram @BreakthroughMiami:
- Most Spirited Participant/Team (Based on Race-Day Picture)
- Most Creative Way to Complete Your 30s
- Team with the Most Participants
- Team with the Most Money Raised
- Fastest 3.1 Mile Runner*
- Fastest 3.1 Mile Walker*
- Most Epic Race
- Highest Elevation
*DISCLAIMER: This is a fundraising event intended to promote Breakthrough spirit, healthy living, and community-building. While every effort will be made to maintain the integrity of the timed awards, please be reminded that discrepancies may exist among GPS systems on varying platforms.
If you would like to participate competitively in the 3.1 mile awards, the evidence submitted must include proof of time, in addition to distance and method of completion (running or walking), and the 3.1 mile distance must be completed in one segment.
Thank you for going the extra mile and stepping up for Breakthrough Miami!
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