Running teaches me that I am capable of so much more than I ever imagined. – Anonymous

Welcome to the 2026-27 Running Club Season!

OFFICIAL PRACTICE DAYS FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Monday & Wednesday mornings 6:45-7:15 AM

Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 23rd

REGISTER FOR THE 2026-2027 RUN CLUB HERE

Running Club practices on the paved track around the soccer field from 6:45 to 7:15 am, once or twice a week (excluding holidays and school closures).

The 2026-2027 Run Club Chairs are Kristen Le and Trish Hilliard.  Mr. Young, one of our 3rd Grade Teachers will be assisting with coaching the runners this year along with Kristen Le, Roberts parent. 

PARTICIPATION INSTRUCTIONS: 

• Drop off your child at the School St. gate near the soccer field.
• Do not leave your child unless there is a Run Club volunteer there to check them in.
• Attendance is taken at every practice session to keep track of who is there.
• Please have your child check in with the volunteer parent as soon as he or she arrives
• Attendance to practice is NOT mandatory for Run Club participation.
• Please have your student use the bathroom prior to arrival. Bathrooms are available only when school staff is present.

WHAT TO WEAR & BRING:

• Wear tennis shoes and running appropriate clothing
• Bring a full water bottle and a small hand towel if they get sweaty. 

WEATHER:

• We train rain or shine unless notified by the Run Club Chairs.
• If it is raining, the kids will train under the covered blacktop.
• For potential severe weather related cancellations, please check the email you provided with registration or Run Club WhatsApp Group if applicable. 

REGISTRATION:

• All new and returning student athletes must re-register to participate for the current school year.
• We request a donation of $35 per child.
• Donations cover t-shirts, incentive prizes and help with expenses for the end of season Mustang Rally. 
• REGISTER FOR THE 2026-2027 RUN CLUB HERE

RUN OF Pi:

• Run of Pi, is a 5K fun run hosted every February by Houston Engineers Week.
• Information will be provided about other local fun runs throughout the year.
• Registration for the Run of Pi is not included in your Run Club registration. 

THE MUSTANG RALLY:

• This is a 400m race for every grade level, held at the Rice Track & Field Stadium in May.
• Registration for the Mustang Rally is not included in your Run Club registration and will be available later in the school year.
• Registeration for the Mustang Rally will include race entry and a t-shirt 

VOLUNTEER:

• The Roberts Run Club Coaches rely on parent volunteers to assist with managing the kids and helping make practices safe and fun.
• SIGN UP HERE for dates you can assist.

Hope to see you at Running Club! 

REGISTER FOR THE 2026-2027 RUN CLUB HERE

Questions? Email runningclub@robertspto.org.