Here at Marathon Kids, we know that active kids do better. We also know that kids who are able to listen, communicate, and problem-solve are better equipped to succeed in […]
Social Emotional Learning: Helping the Whole Child Succeed Read More »
The research is clear: There is a significant, positive and directly proportionate connection between school PE and academic performance. Children benefit from daily physical activity in multiple ways, many of
Research Reveals an Essential Connection Between PE and Academic Performance Read More »
Michele Rusnak has dedicated the last quarter-century of her career to getting kids active with Marathon Kids. Consider making a donation in her name to sustain the future of free
Michele Rusnak—Health and Physical Education Supervisor for Austin ISD Read More »
In its fourth year of partnering with nonprofit organization Marathon Kids, Midland Independent School District is set to implement Marathon Kids Connect district-wide in the 2020–2021 school year. This move will
Midland ISD Partners with Marathon Kids for 2020-2021 School Year Read More »
Austin, TX – (Sept. 2, 2020) The 44th annual Statesman Capitol 10,000, presented by Baylor Scott & White Health and scheduled for Sunday, April 11, 2021, is proud to name
Marathon Kids Named Beneficiary of Austin’s 44th Statesman Cap10K in 2021 Read More »
In 1995, an Austin public relations consultant and avid runner set out to bring her love of movement to a younger generation. Now 25 years later, Marathon Kids founder Kay
Kay Morris: The Spark Who Started It All Read More »
For Immediate Release: 9/1/2020 AUSTIN, Texas – Over the past 25 years, Marathon Kids has gotten 2.5 million kids moving—and now, it’s time to celebrate! Founded in Austin in 1995, Marathon
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MARATHON KIDS LAUNCHES VIRTUAL “WE RUN THE WORLD” RELAY PRESENTED BY ACADEMY SPORTS + OUTDOORS, TO CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF GETTING KIDS MOVING For Release: 8/11/2020 AUSTIN, Texas – For 25
Join Marathon Kids in a Relay Around the World Presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors Read More »
Best Safe Distance Indoor PE Games By MK Editor, May 23, 2021 Physical and mental health are at a premium these days, which makes getting kids moving more important than
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Classroom teachers are nothing if not flexible, adapting year after year to ever-changing standards and expectations, data gathering and reporting requirements, and more. Now, with this school year’s ever-shifting schedule
Marathon Kids Connect for Classroom Teachers Read More »