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Learn how donating to underfunded schools helps close equity gaps, improve health, and support whole-child development through Mileage Club. Why School Funding Gaps Matter Across the United States, public schools are primarily funded through local property taxes,...

Celebrate National Reading Month with 5 fun reading activities for kids that boost literacy, motivation, and lifelong love of reading. Celebrate National Reading Month by Making Reading Fun March is a special time of year - it's National Reading Month! A celebration...

Discover why Brain Breaks with movement improve focus, behavior, and learning - and how walking and running programs like Mileage Club help students thrive. The Power of Brain Breaks in Today's Classrooms In the fast-paced world of education, we place a strong...

Discover how Toe Tokens and Milestone Awards motivate students to run more, build perseverance, and celebrate long-term goals in Mileage Club programs. Why Toe Tokens Work So Well If you've ever run a Mileage Club, you already know it: Toe Tokens are a huge hit....

Learn how EZ Scan technology helps schools and communities easily track run club participation, mileage, and motivation - all in one simple system. Why Technology Matters for School & Community Run Clubs Run clubs benefit everyone involved - students, teachers,...

Discover how school-run clubs enhance student behavior, focus, and emotional regulation. Learn why movement supports better classrooms. Why Taking Away Recess Doesn't Improve Behavior Many adults remember this scenario from childhood - and it still happens today. A...

Discover the top 10 benefits of school run clubs — from boosting student focus and fitness to building community spirit and lifelong healthy habits. Why Every School Should Start a Run Club If you’re looking for a way to keep your kids engaged, active, and excited to...

Inspiring Stories of Teachers, Coaches, and Students Who Change Lives We all want to make a difference for our community and our children. That’s why we teach, lead, and coach—be that in the classroom, on the stage, or on the field. As educators, we create...

Discover how teachers can simplify routines, save time, and focus on what matters most with smart classroom tools like EZ Scan® and Mileage Club®. Teaching Doesn't Have to Be Hard: How to Work Smarter, Not Harder “When we’re accustomed to doing things the hard way,...

See how reward tokens help students develop reading confidence and pride in this inspiring classroom success story from Onsted Elementary. An Interview with Tina Slater, a Special Education Teacher   Name: Tina Slater Position Title: Special Education Teacher Grades:...

In honor of our  "Race With The Sled Dogs Program", we asked Coach White from Orion Elementary in Anchorage, what it’s like to operate a run club for students in Alaska. Here is what she said...   Do students run outside in the snow or inside the school? We run...

Listen to Amy Nieuwenhuis (Teacher and Mileage Club Leader) tell us about her Mileage Club reaching a huge Milestone.     First Day of Mileage Club!     “We started "Checkpoint Charlie" in 2003. Our Champion had 30 miles and we had 1,800 miles as an entire school....

An Interview with a Dyslexia Therapist Name:  Kim Clark  Position & Grade Level: Dyslexia Therapist (CALT) School: Private, Texas Subject(s) that you currently teach:  Dyslexia Therapy How many years in education:  34 yearsQuestion...

An Interview with a Second Grade Teacher and Run Club LeaderName: Shelley TerritPosition & Grade Level: Teacher 2nd gradeSchool: Primary School, Chartiers Valley, PennsylvaniaSubject(s) that you currently teach: Reading, Math, Science, Social StudiesHow many years...

An Interview with PE Instructors from Shady Hill Elementary in Florida Name: Michelle Michael, Kacy Paul, Carrie PalmeterPosition & Grade Level: PE teachers, K-5 School: Shady Hill Elementary, Marion County, FL Subject(s) that you currently teach:...

Every teacher dreams of inspiring their students - of seeing them return years later to say, "You made a difference in my life." But for many educators, day-to-day challenges like low engagement, inconsistent participation, and waning motivation can make that dream...

We have selected a handful of action points from the SHAPE Distance Learning Guidelines on the left and show how Fitness Finders can help you meet them on the right. Curriculum “Continually assess and revise online courses to keep up with trends, technology, and...

Mileage Club® is the #1 Run Club for kids in North America. But have you ever wondered how our Canadian neighbors, who use the metric system, run a Mileage Club? We talked to Claudine Lukawesky in Toronto, Ontario who was happy to share information about her school’s...

Fitness Finders® Customer Profile:  - Betty Kern, MS, CSCS Ohio Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year, 2017 "I teach Physical Education to 4th - 6th graders at  Schrop Intermediate School in the Springfield Local School...

Spencer and Eli Pardee, two adopted brothers from Guatemala, now living in Michigan, have an inspiring story of resilience, growth, and movement. Both boys were adopted at 8 months old and faced significant physical challenges early in life - but through...

Why Organize a School Fun Run? A school Fun Run is one of the most engaging ways to boost spirit, promote physical activity, and bring students, teachers, and families together. These events can also double as effective school fundraisers, encouraging teamwork and...