Heroes for Education 5K Run/Walk
JOIN US SEPTEMBER 13!
SPONSORSHIPS ranging from $50-$1,000 are available! All sponsorship levels receive logo placement here on the website. See all sponsorship levels HERE.
Whether racing, sponsoring, or volunteering, we would love to have your support at the annual Heroes for Education 5K, benefiting the Grandview Education Foundation!
Early Bird pricing through 8/17!
For a quick and easy way to invite family and friends to join you at the race, download our flyer HERE!
2024 Heroes for Education 5K is in the books!
We had a great turnout for our Heroes for Education 5K on Saturday, September 14!
Here are some of the winners:
Ryan Helmuth of Garnett, KS won the race with a time of 21.52. In second with a time of 22.29 was Tyler Stockhorst of Belton, MO. Third place went to Joshua Averitt of Lee’s Summit with a 22.36 finish.
Our own superintendent, Dr. Kenny Rodrequez placed first in his division with a time of 25.04.
Congratulations to all the runners and walkers who participated and a huge thank you to our sponsors. Your support helps GEF continue to provide programs and services to the staff and students of the Grandview C-4 School District.
See you at next year’s 5k September 13, 2025.
2023 Heroes for Education 5K wrap up
Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who helped make the 2023 Heroes for Education 5K a success October 14, 2023. The event started at 8 a.m. at the Grandview Amphitheater where cool weather prevailed.
First to cross the finish line was Nick Ransom of Grandview with a 21.24 time. Close behind was second place finisher Jeff Grasher of Kansas City with a 21.37 time. The first woman to cross the finish line was Heidi Taylor of Blue Springs with a 24.24 finish.
Nick Ransom of Grandview crossed the finish line first with a 21.24 time and then received his medal.
Other notable finishes included Superintendent Kenny Rodrequez who finished in 8th place, and Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction Prissy LeMay who finished with a 36.35 time. For a complete list of runners, click here.
Grandview High School and the Physical Education Department was awarded $500 and a Bulldog trophy from the Grandview Education Foundation for having the most participants in the 5K. Principal Dr. VaShawn Smith said the money could be spent on a new portable volleyball net.
This award will be given to the District school with the greatest participation in the race each year.
GEF Former Executive Director Geoff Gerling awards $500 and a Bulldog trophy to GHS Coaches Dan Joiner and Kelsea Gaddy. The High School had the highest number of participants in the 5K.