Clark Run 5k

The Stanley Clark School’s mission is to inspire and challenge students to achieve excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, and character.  We invite the entire community to experience this commitment to excellence through a healthy activity for the whole family.  The SCS’s Parents Association (PA) has organized this event and we are excited to see you there!

https://www.stanleyclark.org/support-scs/clark-run

Race Start Time (EST)

Saturday October 17, 2026

9:45 a.m. - Tiger Trot (ages 6 and under)

10:00 a.m. - 5K run / 3.5K walk 

Location

The Stanley Clark School   -  3123 Miami Street  South Bend, IN 

Event Info

Welcome to the 13th annual Clark Run!  This family friendly event and SCS PA fundraiser features a 5k run, 3.5k walk, and a .05k Tiger Trot. The Stanley Clark School's Parents Association is excited to showcase the beautiful rolling hills of South Bend's South Side neighborhoods, and offer a unique, well organized event that everyone will enjoy. 

Course Info

The 3.1 mile run and the 2.2 mile walk head east from the main lot of the Stanley Clark campus through the Ridgedale neighborhood. The rolling hill course will be challenging but rewarding for everyone involved and will finish up the tree line back to the main lot.  Timing is provided by T&H Timing out of Valparaiso.

Registration Fees

5K Run - $35.00 ($30.00 Youth - 14 and Younger)

3.5K Walk - $30.00 ($25.00 Youth - 14 and Younger)

Tiger Trot - Free (Must have registration as well as signed waiver by parent/guardian)

On race day, registration fees increase by $15.00 per participant.  Registration fees are non-refundable.  Online registration closes on Wednesday, October 14th, at 12:00 p.m. EST.  Please call (415) 279-6586 if you wish to register after that date.

Packet Pick-up 

Day Before Race: Friday, October 16th, 2026 – Noon to 3:00pm at The Stanley Clark School – Inside the Main Building's Front Doors. 

OR 

Race Day: Saturday, October 17th, 2026 – 8:30am to 9:30am at The Stanley Clark School

Free T-shirts 

Free T-shirts guaranteed to all who register by October 7th, 2026. After October 7th, registrants will receive a T-shirt while sizes and supplies last. 

Parking Availability 

Parking will be available in the south lot (enter via Ridgedale) behind the main building. If the south lot is completely full, please use the grass lot west of the Clark campus at the corner of High St. and Donmoyer. 

Awards 

Race awards will be given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male/female overall finishers, 1st current Miami/Iroquois male/female finisher, and 1st M/F SCS Alumni finisher. Age Group awards will be given to the top male and female finishers in the following age categories: 8 and under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ All entrants between 5-14 will receive a medal for crossing the finish line, regardless of time!

Out of respect for other participants, please no dogs allowed on the course or at the school. Furry four-legged runners can be dangerous when running in a crowd. Thank you!! 

Donation or Sponsorship Opportunities

The SCS Parents' Association relies on sponsorships and donations to fund special events and enrichment activities that benefit our students, families, and faculty.  We invite you to support our mission.

Questions?

Please contact the Race Director, Lauren White at (415) 279-6586 or stanleyclark5k@gmail.com.