At the RISD Spirit Run this Saturday, runners will be competing to be first to the finish line, but the four Richardson high schools will also be competing – to take home the “Most Spirited High School” trophy. The idea is that cheer squads, drum lines and all manner of spirit groups and student organizations will show up to support the cause. After the votes are counted, the high school demonstrating the most spirit will take home bragging rights and the traveling trophy for the next year.
The Spirit Run benefits RISD students, teachers and schools, including innovative programs like RISD’s College Fair, Enterprise City, Destination Imagination, Robotics Program, Advanced Placement and AVID. Funds will also go to LH’s College and Career Center, where students receive expert guidance on applying to and paying for college.