“There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.”John Holmes
(and running while you do so is even better)

Monday, March 26, 2012

Important Note

Remember:

This week we only have one day of Go FAR; Tuesday, March, 27, 2012. There will be NO GO FAR this Friday, March 30th; there is NO SCHOOL.
We will make-up the missed day on the following week; Thursday, April 5th.
That week GO FAR will be Tuesday April 3rd and Thursday April 5th. There will be NO GO FAR on the Early dismissal day: Friday April 6th! Have a wonderful Spring Break and come back ready to run!!

Race day is on its way


Race day is on its way!

It will be here the 5th of May!



"For me, races are the celebration of my training."

--Dan Browne, 2007 National Champion in the 5K and 20K


NHES Coaches and Runners you are making this a very fun and effective season. Keep up all the hard-work and bright spirits! Crossing that finish line is an amazing feeling, but seeing progress and smiles from week to week is UNBEATABLE!!


Pictures, testimonies, and notes will be coming soon of our season and our progress!

Friday, March 16, 2012

Bunny Hop Race

Sign-Up Now for the Bunny Hop Race. This race provides GO FAR with the resources to continue its efforts of keeping our community healthy and active. Look under the links tab on the right to sign-up!

Sunday, March 4, 2012

Goals of the Program

    OBX GO FAR GOALS


1.    To create a safe, productive, and learning enriched environment.



2.    To provide the opportunity to create and live a healthy lifestyle through running, health concepts, and social interaction.





3.    To provide education and tools to live a healthy lifestyle.



4.    To demonstrate the value of good characters; teamwork, motivation, respect, commitment, and cooperation.

Reminders

NHES GO FAR REMINDERS    


1.               Demonstrate good character to receive the most from this program.


2.             GO FAR is on Tuesdays and Fridays after school.


3.             Wear comfortable and weather appropriate clothing. Wear tennis shoes.


4.            Bring a water bottle with name. It is IMPORTANT to stay HYDRATED.


5.             Parent-Pick-Up: Make sure that a coach has seen you before leaving with child. Pick-up time is promptly at 3:45.


6.             Check your email or ask child to stay in tune with GO FAR messages and notices.


7.              The fun run group (younger ages) stay on campus. The 5k+ group (older) leaves campus for beach, trail, and road-side (off the road) running. All students are always supervised and coaches are scattered throughout different points for best available vision.


8.             Coaches are always available for any questions or concerns you may have.

Behavior Policy

Behavior Contract


NHES GO FAR Spring 2012


This enriched program is to inspire and learn a better well-being. Participants are expected to be motivated and demonstrate good character. When participants are compliant to the rules, more time can be spent on productive tasks and learning material. This program thrives when participants are encouraged to follow the rules, guidelines, and instructions.


Rules for Participants:


1.       The Golden Rule: treat others the way you expect to be treated. Be polite with words. Keep hands and feet to selves.


2.       Everyone is a team; we are working together to achieve our goals. No one should be exiled or made to feel left out. Motivate and interact with one another to hearten productivity.


3.       Demonstrate respect and manners. When spoken to please be aware that this is to the best of our judgment to ensure safety, therefore it should be adhered to respectfully.


4.       Come prepared! Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes to effectively and safely participate. Bring a water bottle with your name. Bring a good attitude.


5.       Try your best! As coaches we will be doing all that we can to motivate and encourage you, but to reach success you too must perform with effort and goals.


Please be aware of the policy to implement these rules and please be aware of the procedure that will take place when rules are broken:


1.       The participant will receive a warning; a detailed note home that requires parent/guardian signature.


2.       The parent/guardian will be contacted in person, through email, or phone to be informed of the behavior status. Recommendations and plans will be discussed.


3.       The participant will no longer be able to participate in the GO FAR program because of a risk of safety to self and others. The participant was given every opportunity to take the program seriously and enhance behavior to gain the most from the program. When the participant fails to comply with rules and recommendations, safety and morale become an issue.