The West Mifflin Area Middle School SAVE Promise Club, Student Activities, and Student Council are thrilled to announce the Second Annual Color Fun Run, which will take place on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM. This year’s event holds special meaning as it is dedicated to Julie Hickey (1968–2024), a beloved guidance counselor who positively impacted the lives of students, staff, and the community.
The Color Fun Run will serve as the kick-off event for Mental Health Awareness Month, promoting the importance of mental health, social inclusivity, and physical wellness. This 5K course, which can be walked or jogged, will feature color stations throughout the route that aim to raise awareness about kindness, mental health, and school violence.
The event is open to all students, staff, families, and community members, and we encourage everyone to join us in honoring Julie Hickey’s legacy. Together, we can celebrate her life, raise awareness, and support important student programs.
Event Details:
- Who: Open to students, staff, families, and community members of all ages. Children in grades K-3 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- What: A 5K Color Fun Run where participants can walk, jog, or complete the course however they wish. Throughout the course, participants will pass through color stations, dousing them in vibrant powders. This untimed event emphasizes fun, fitness, and mental health awareness.
- When: Friday, April 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- Where: West Mifflin Middle School campus (start and finish line behind the middle school). Please arrive by 1:40 PM. Parking will be available in the high school lot to help avoid traffic congestion.
- Why: A portion of the event’s proceeds will honor Julie Hickey’s memory, with the remaining funds benefiting the SAVE Promise Club, Student Activities, and Student Council at West Mifflin Area Middle School.
Cost: $20 per participant (includes a T-shirt)
Important Pre-Registration Information:
Participation requires a completed permission slip for students/children in K-12 (or younger), along with payment. Pre-registration is required to ensure T-shirt availability. Registrations can be turned in at the following locations by April 14th:
- Middle School: Stacy Galiyas
- High School: Lauren Rowe
- Clara Barton: Meg Reynolds
- Homeville: Kate Banaszak
If you have any questions, please contact Stacy at [email protected].
If you missed the pre-registration deadline, don’t worry! You can still participate. The cost for participation on the day of the event is $10. Limited edition commemorative T-shirts will also be available for sale at $10.
About Julie Hickey:
Julie Hickey, born on October 13, 1968, in Bradford, PA, was a dedicated and compassionate guidance counselor whose work positively impacted countless students over her 25-year career. Known for her kindness and unwavering support, Julie was a beloved figure within the West Mifflin community. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of all those she helped, and this event will celebrate her life while raising awareness about mental health and school violence.
Sponsors:
We would like to extend a special thank you to our generous sponsors:
- P3R
- US Steel
- West Mifflin Community Association
- Champions
- West Penn Burn Unit
We also want to express our gratitude to the Hickey and Shade families and Julie’s friends for their support and participation in this meaningful event.
Let’s come together as a community to celebrate Julie Hickey’s life, promote mental health awareness, and support student activities that make a difference for all of us. See you at the Second Annual Color Fun Run!