Cross Country Communications

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 28, 2024

Subject: Banquet RSVPs and Cleaning/College bags

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Banquet Information:

The banquet is next Tuesday Nov 5th.  We need to have all banquet RSVPs by the end of the day today.  Please update the Paperless Post to let us know if you can make it or not.  Please send payment before Thursday October 31st.

Please remember to bring your cleaning/college bags for T&E Care.  

T&E Care Cleaning and College Bag Donations:

The cross-country team has an opportunity to help our local community this holiday season.  We will be working in conjunction with an organization called T&E Care.  This organization is hosting their annual Holiday Drive during which they are collecting cleaning materials and college bags to give to local families.  We are asking that you bring one bag to the XC banquet on November 5th, 6 pm, at the Aronimink Country Club to help support the cause.  Attached please find a list of needed items for either option. If you would like to help but have no time to shop, we will have a basket for financial donations available at the registration table or email me for Venmo details. Our goal is to donate at least 10 bags to the Holiday Drive.

Thank you in advance for supporting this wonderful program. For more information on the T&E Care organization please see their website  https://www.tecare.org/

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T & E Care Bags - Food

T & E Care Bags - Cleaning

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 14, 2024

Subject: This week 10/14 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information (sorry for the delay).

Schedule this week

Tuesday 10/15 2:30 Central Athletic League Championships

      Location: Rose Tree Park, 1671 N Providence Road,Media PA 19063

      Bus Departure:  1:00pm

  Race Times:  Girl’s Varisty Race 1st start time 2:30. Boy’s Varsity 3:00.  Boys and girl’s JV 3:45.

  Awards:  4:15.  

Wednesday 10/16 3:30 Practice at Wilson for runners moving on to Districts.

Thursday 10/17 3:30 Practice at Wilson for runners moving on to Districts.

Friday 10/18 3:30 Practice at Wilson for runners moving on to Districts.

Senior Night 

Thank you, thank you, thank you!  We had a huge turnout and many helpers!  Such a great night. 

Banquet

Our end of season XC banquet is on 11/5 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square.  If you did NOT receive the Paperless Post invite, please let me know so I can resend.  Please RSVP and pay by October 28th.  No one will be able to attend without advance payment.

T&E Care Cleaning and College Bag Donations

The cross-country team has an opportunity to help our local community this holiday season.  We will be working in conjunction with an organization called T&E Care.  This organization is hosting their annual Holiday Drive during which they are collecting cleaning materials and college bags to give to local families.  We are asking that you bring one bag to the XC banquet on November 5th, 6 pm, at the Aronimink Country Club to help support the cause.  Attached please find a list of needed items for either option. If you would like to help but have no time to shop, we will have a basket for financial donations available at the registration table or email me for Venmo details. Our goal is to donate at least 10 bags to the Holiday Drive.

Thank you in advance for supporting this wonderful program. For more information on the T&E Care organization please see their website  https://www.tecare.org/

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  Please make payment asap.

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

Thanks!

Stacy

Success With Honor

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 8, 2024

Subject: Senior Night Information/Sign up Genius

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Hello Cross Country Families!

We’re ready to celebrate our Seniors and enjoy our final team pasta dinner!

We would love to have everyone come and join the festivities.

SENIOR NIGHT

Monday, October 14, 2023

5:00 - 7:00 pm

Wilson Farm Park Stage

(In the event of rain, Senior Night will be held in the practice pavilion)

Please bring blankets, chairs, and flashlights as we will dine picnic-style during the Senior Night presentations.

Let’s make this a great event for the team!

The link to the Signup is here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-52074783-2024#/

Some additional details:

1. Please look at the Signup Genius link and sign up for items to contribute.

2. Bring your item to the stage area at 4:30pm (folding tables deliver at 4:00).

3. Join the celebration or return to pick up your runner at 6:30/7:00 pm.

Thank you for helping us to honor our Seniors!

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 7, 2024

Subject: This week 10/7 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 10/7 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 10/8 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Wednesday 10/9 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 10/10 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 10/11 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Fundraisers:

Thank you for those that helped support our Bloombox fundraiser!

Senior Night 

Save the date! October 14th will be Senior Night this year.  It will be at Wilson Farm Park stage (weather permitting), and we will have a pasta dinner in conjunction with it.  I will be sending more information out about it shortly.  Senior parents – please don’t send your information back to me!

Banquet

Our end of season XC banquet is on 11/5 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square.  If you did NOT receive the Paperless Post invite, please let me know so I can resend.  Please RSVP and pay by October 28th.  No one will be able to attend without advance payment.

T&E Care Cleaning and College Bag Donations

The cross-country team has an opportunity to help our local community this holiday season.  We will be working in conjunction with an organization called T&E Care.  This organization is hosting their annual Holiday Drive during which they are collecting cleaning materials and college bags to give to local families.  We are asking that you bring one bag to the XC banquet on November 5th, 6 pm, at the Aronimink Country Club to help support the cause.  Attached please find a list of needed items for either option. If you would like to help but have no time to shop, we will have a basket for financial donations available at the registration table or email me for Venmo details. Our goal is to donate at least 10 bags to the Holiday Drive.

Thank you in advance for supporting this wonderful program. For more information on the T&E Care organization please see their website  https://www.tecare.org/

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  Please make payment asap.

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

Thanks!

Stacy

Success With Honor

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 6, 2024

Subject: Banquet & T&E Care donation information

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Hi Everyone!

Two end of season things:

Conestoga Cross Country Banquet

Our end of season XC banquet is on 11/5 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square.  You will see an invite shortly coming from Paperless Post.  Please RSVP and pay by October 28th.  No one will be able to attend without advance payment.

T&E Care Cleaning and College Bag Donations

The cross-country team has an opportunity to help our local community this holiday season.  We will be working in conjunction with an organization called T&E Care.  This organization is hosting their annual Holiday Drive during which they are collecting cleaning materials and college bags to give to local families.  We are asking that you bring one bag to the XC banquet on November 5th, 6 pm, at the Aronimink Country Club to help support the cause.  Attached please find a list of needed items for either option. If you would like to help but have no time to shop, we will have a basket for financial donations available at the registration table or email me for Venmo details. Our goal is to donate at least 10 bags to the Holiday Drive.

Thank you in advance for supporting this wonderful program. For more information on the T&E Care organization please see their website  https://www.tecare.org/

Stacy

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T & E Care Bags - Food

T & E Care Bags - Cleaning

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 30, 2024

Subject: This Week 9/30 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/30 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 9/24 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Wednesday 9/25 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 9/26 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 10/4 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 10/4  Paul Short Invitational, Select Participants

Location: Lehigh University-Goodman Campus XC, Goodman Drive, Bethlehem, Pa

Bus Departure:  10am (not confirmed yet)

Race Times:  HS Brown Races, Girls 2:00, Boys 2:30

                                Awards:  4:00 pm HS Brown Race Ceremony Boys & Girls

                                Individual Awards Presented To:

1) Boys & Girls Gold, Brown & White Race Champions (HS)

2) Top 25 high school boys & girls in the Gold, Brown & White races.

3) *****NEW 2024 The 50th Finisher in every race will receive a Shirt *******

Team Awards Presented To:

1.      Top 3 high school teams for boys and girls in the Gold, Brown, & White races.

Saturday 10/5 William Tennent Invitational

Location: William Tennent High School, 333 Centennial Road Warminster, PA 18974

Bus Departure:  11am 

Race Times:  

Boys' and Girls Novice Race  1:05

Girls' Junior Varsity Race     1:50       

Boys'  Junior Varsity Race      2:25        

Girls' Varsity Race                   3:00       

Boys' Varsity Race                   3:30      

Awards Ceremony                   4:00

            Awards:

  Boys' and Girls' Varsity               Medals to top 20 individuals 

  Boys' and Girls' J. V.                     Medals to top 20 individuals 

  Boys' and Girls Novice                Medals to top 10 boys and top 10 girls 

  Varsity Team Races                      Trophies to top 3 Varsity Teams 

  Junior Varsity Races                     Trophies to top 3 J.V. Teams 

  Novice Race                                     No team trophies 

Fundraisers:

Our BloomBox fundraiser ends TODAY.  It’s not too late to order!  Please help support the Boosters.  You can order items at this link:  www.getblooming.com

Senior Night 

Save the date! October 15th will be Senior Night this year.  It will be at Wilson Farm Park stage (weather permitting), and we will have a pasta dinner in conjunction with it.  I will be sending more information out about it soon.  Senior parents, please look for an email from me soon.  

Banquet

Our end of season XC banquet is on 11/5 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square.  You will see an invite shortly coming from Paperless Post.  Please RSVP and pay by October 28th.  No one will be able to attend without advance payment.

Volunteers for next year:

Thank you to those who stepped up to help next year.  We would still like to have one more person to help with Senior Night.  Please let me know if you are interested in helping.

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  Please make payment asap.

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

3rd Central League Meet:

The boys and girls cross country teams competed in their final regular season Central League meet yesterday afternoon at Rose Tree Park in Media.  Both the boys and the girls easily defeated Marple Newton, Harriton, and Haverford.  This means the boys only suffered one loss in the Central League this season.  They are 10 and 1 for the season.  The girls on the other hand just completed their third consecutive undefeated Central League regular season.  Furthermore, Alexia Tubbs had another first place finish which leaves her undefeated in the Central League for the regular season.  Both teams will cross into New Jersey on Saturday to compete in the Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational.  Run Neers!!!

Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational

 The boys and girls cross country teams traveled to Jackson, New Jersey to compete at the Six Flags Invitational.  Racing through the remnants of Hurricane Helene, both teams dominated.  The boys team placed 3rd in the Varsity race led by Parker Warkentine at 16:09.  The boys JV placed 1st as a team in their race, and the Freshman boys placed second as a team in their race.  The girls swept 1st place in the Varsity, JV, and Freshman races.  Between the boys and girls teams, they earned 38 individual medals.  Both teams will continue to impose their will on teams next week at the Paul Short Invitational and William Tennent Invitational.  Success with Honor!!!!

Thanks!

Stacy

Success With Honor

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 22, 2024

Subject: This Week 9/23 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/23 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Monday 9/23 5:00 Pasta Dinner at Wilson

Tuesday 9/24 3:30 Central League Meet #3

THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!

Location: Rose Tree Park

1671 N Providence Road,Media PA 19063

Bus Departure:  2:30pm

Race Times:  Girl’s Race 1st start time 4:00.  Boy’s immediately following.

Wednesday 9/25 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 9/26 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 9/27 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Saturday 9/28 Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational

Location: Six Flags Great Adventure, 

 Bus Departure: 7:00 am

Race Times:

9:00 a.m.

Boys Varsity A 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

9:13 a.m.

Girls JV A (Varsity A teams) 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

9:31 a.m.

Boys JV A (Varsity A teams) 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

9:46 a.m.

Girls Varsity A 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

Awards:

We will be awarding special awards for the "All Six Flags Great Adventure Team," the fastest 7 times of the day (all races) for boys and girls.  There will also be a special award for the team with the fastest time (total time for top 5 runners) of the day.  These awards will be given in the park at the Fountain, just after the entrance, between 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm.  You can get it from the meet director, Jim Schlentz, between the end of the last race and 15 mins before the Great Adventure Park times, at the check-in area.  (Theme Park Ticket is required to enter the park)

Individual medals for each race will be handed out in the chute.  Team awards will be presented as soon as the results of each race are final.  The awards will be given as such:

High School Varsity races:

Plaques for top 3 teams in each varsity division.  Individual medals for top 3 teams in each varsity division. 

Medals to top 30 individual finishers in each division.

High School JV, Freshmen and Middle School races:

Plaques for top 3 teams in each race.  Individual medals for top 3 teams in each race.  Top 30 individual finishers in each race.

Pasta Dinner:

Our third pasta dinner is tomorrow. Last week’s was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who assisted. Bring your labeled item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm. Return to pick up your runner around 5:45 pm

NOTE:  Please provide items in a disposable container.

GotSneakers:

GotSneakers laying around?  Bring them to the Pasta Dinner tomorrow night & put them in the GotSneakers collection box for donation!

•    Track & Field Sprinter Junior Finnegan Walsh will be continuing the CHS Community Service Club GOT SNEAKERS in 2024/2025, .

•    CHS GOTSNEAKERS hosts collection boxes in all the TE Schools within the District!  They have collected over 1,500 sneakers since January 2022!  FOLLOW ON INSTA

•    GOTSNEAKERS makes it socially & financially rewarding to contribute to a circular economy.  Sneaker Recycling makes a global impact, saving landfills while helping those in need.

•    Every pair of lightly used or new sneakers recycled earns between $.50 - $7 per pair!  The funds raised are donated to the XC & Track & Field Booster Clubs! SNEAKER GUIDELINES - https://gotsneakers.com/sneakerguidelines/

•    So dig in those closets & please donate!

Volunteers for next year:

We are looking for a parent to take on the job of ordering the team t-shirts and uniforms as the current parent has a senior this year. This is a pretty easy job that doesn’t take too much time. If you are interested in taking this roll on for next year, please let me know and we will put you in touch with the current parent for a smooth transition. We will also need one or two people to help coordinate Senior Night next year. If you’re interested, let me know so that you can be involved this year to see how it’s done. The team coordinating it now has it down to a science but will need a bit of help this year, especially with getting the seniors and their parents lined up because they all have seniors.

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  Please make payment asap.

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

Fundraisers:

Our BloomBox fundraiser is well underway.  Please help support the Boosters!  You can order items at this link:  www.getblooming.com.  The fundraiser ends on the 30th!!

2nd Central League Meet:

The Boys and Girls Cross Country teams competed at their second Central League regular season meet yesterday afternoon at Rose Tree Park in Media.  The boys came on strong in the last mile of the race and beat Lower Merion, Radnor, Garnet Valley, and Upper Darby.  Unfortunately, the boys did fall to the Raiders of Ridley.  The girls continued their dominance of the Central League by easily sweeping the competition.  Alexia Tubbs again had a first-place finish.  The girl’s team and Alexia are undefeated in the Central League.  The girls haven’t fallen to a Central League team in over two years.  

Thanks!

Stacy

Success With Honor

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 16, 2024

Subject: This Week 9/16 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/16 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 9/17 3:00 Photographs at Wilson (weather permitting)

Tuesday 9/17 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 9/17 5:00 Pasta Dinner at Wilson

Wednesday 9/18 3:30  Central League Meet 

THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET ALLRUNNERS MUST ATTEND!

Location: Rose Tree Park

1671 N Providence Road

Media PA 19063

Bus Departure:  2:30pm

Race Times:  Girl’s Race 1st start time  4:00.  Boy’s immediately following.

Thursday 9/19 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 9/20 8:00  Leave for Adidas XC Challenge (selected runners)

Friday 9/20 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Saturday 9/21 Council Rock Invitational

Location: 101 Swamp Rd,Newtown, PA 18940

Bus Departure: 7:30am

Race Times:

8:00-10:00 am Course Review

10:00 am Boy's Varsity (AA, AAA) Limit 7

10:30 am Girl's Varsity (AA, AAA) Limit 7

11:00 am Boy's JV (Limit 10)

11:30 am Girl's JV (Limit 10)

12:10 am Novice Boys and Girls (No Limit)

12:45 pm Awards

Awards:

Medals 1-30 in Boys and Girls Varsity Races

Medals 1-25 in Boys and Girls JV Races

Medals 1-20 in Novice Races

Team Trophies to top Three Teams in each Division (Varsity Only)

Pasta Dinner:

Our second pasta dinner is this week. Last week’s was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who assisted. Bring your labeled item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm. Return to pick up your runner around 5:45 pm

Thank you to all have volunteered to donate or bring items.

Photographs:

We will be having a photographer come on September 17th to take photos of the runners.  Please remind your runners to bring their uniforms.  Photos will take place before practice, so if they can get there any earlier than 3:30 that would be great.

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  Please make payment asap.

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

Fundraisers:

Our BloomBox fundraiser is well underway.  You can order items at this link:  www.getblooming.com

1st Central League Meet:

The boys and girls cross country teams opened their Central League season yesterday afternoon at Rose Tree Park in Media.  Both teams dominated the competition, and easily cruised to victory in each of their respective races.  Both teams defeated Springfield, Strath Haven, Lower Merion, and Penncrest.  Alexia Tubbs, Sarah Crill, Kaleigh Bender, Lily Jones, and Giovanna Porada finished 1st through 5th overall in the girls race.  Parker Warkentine, Miles Warkentine, Aiden Mahoney, Ethan DelViscio, and Luke Davies finished in 2nd through 6th place overall in the boys race.  The boys and girls look very strong and deep, it should be a very productive season.

A complete list of results can be found here: https://results.run.tf/meets/39850

Thanks!

Stacy

Success With Honor

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 13, 2024

Subject: Tuesday 9/17 Photographer

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Hi Everyone!

As promised I am sending some details for the photos on Tuesday.  The photographer will be coming before practice and we need all runners to wear or bring their Conestoga singlet and black shorts.  The photographer will be taking individual photos of everyone.  These photos will primarily be used for social media and Senior night.  

There will be options to purchase your child’s photos.  A week or two after the photos are completed I will send out a link with the details.  QTG offers prints, digitals, metals, posters and packages with discounts.  Prints start at $40.  There are also packages for digitals that have great discounts.  Below is a link to their web page and a pdf link that talks a little about their offerings.  Please note that in the pdf it says that there will be a session fee of $20 per child but please disregard that.

Thanks!

Stacy

https://www.qtgphoto.com/work/67f45e26-9b6f-4358-92d8-01f3c4091410-xsyhr-r5hj2

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/61e702eeff842c567e7719b0/t/61e72958f3f8a907bb0b7233/1642539354103/SPORTS+SESSIONS+2021.pdf 

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 12, 2024

Subject: Pasta Dinner 9/17

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Hello XC parents,

Pasta Dinner 9/17:

Our second pasta dinner is Tuesday 9/17 and we would appreciate everyone’s participation.  This is a team tradition that the kids really enjoy but we really need everyone to step up and sign up to bring something.  We had a great showing last week!

The commitment isn’t much:

1.  Make or buy a pasta dish, salad, or anything else you see on the list.  If you are bringing pasta, please label!!

2.  Bring your item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm. 

3.  Return to pick up your runner around 6:00 pm.

Also, no need to bring a serving utensil— we have TONS.  We also have a lot of hot/cold bags for keeping food warm.  

You can access the Sign up Genius here

Thanks!

Stacy

Success With Honor

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 8, 2024

Subject: This Week 9/9 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/9 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 9/10 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 9/10 5:00 Pasta Dinner at Wilson

Wednesday 9/11 3:30  Central League Meet 

THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!

Location: Rose Tree Park

1671 N Providence Road

Media PA 19063

Bus Departure:  2:30pm

Race Times:  Girl’s Race 1st start time between 3:30 and 4:00pm.  Boy’s immediately following.

Thursday 9/28 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 9/29 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Pasta Dinner:

Our first pasta dinner is this week.  Bring your labeled item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm.

Return to pick up your runner around 5:45 pm

Thank you to all have volunteered to donate or assist!

Uniforms: 

They have reopened a link for singlets through Monday at midnight.  Please order now if you haven’t already done so:

https://conestogaxcuniform2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Photographs:

We will be having a photographer come on September 17th to take photos of the runners.  There will be an option to purchase your child’s photos.  I will be sending a separate email with those details.  The photographer’s website is:  https://www.qtgphoto.com/work/67f45e26-9b6f-4358-92d8-01f3c4091410-xsyhr-r5hj2

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  Please make payment asap.

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

Fundraisers:

Our BloomBox fundraiser is well underway.  You can order items at this link:  www.getblooming.com

Cherokee Challenge:

The Boys and Girls Cross Country teams competed Saturday morning at the Cherokee Challenge in Marlton, NJ.  The teams competed against 127 schools and over 2600 runners from all over the tristate area.  Both the boys and girls displayed their fitness and speed by both finishing 3rd place for their respective teams.  The boys and girls combined for 14 medals along with a first-place finish by Alexia Tubbs.  On the day the boys and girls finished in 2nd place as a Co-Ed Team.  Both teams will open up Central League play this Wednesday at Rose Tree Park in Media.

Full results can be found here:  https://nj.milesplit.com/meets/623903-cherokee-challenge-2024/results

Thanks!

Stacy

Success With Honor

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 4, 2024

Subject: Saturday schedule update and Sign up genius for pasta dinner 9/10

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Hello XC parents,

Pasta Dinner 9/10:

Our first pasta dinner is Tuesday 9/10 and we would appreciate everyone’s participation.  This is a team tradition that the kids really enjoy but we really need everyone to step up and sign up to bring something.

The commitment isn’t much:

1.  Make or buy a pasta dish, salad, or anything else you see on the list.  If you are bringing pasta, please label!!

2.  Bring your item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm. 

3.  Return to pick up your runner around 6:00 pm.

Also, no need to bring a serving utensil— we have TONS.  We also have a lot of hot/cold bags for keeping food warm.  

You can access the Sign up Genius here:

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-51083085-september

NOTE FOR SATURDAY:  The bus time has been pushed back to 7:30 am.  Anticipated return time will be between 2 and 2:30 pm.

Thanks!

Stacy

Success with Honor

https://www.conestogaxctf.com/home

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 2, 2024

Subject: This week 9/2 + Updates

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Hello Cross Country Families!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Tuesday 9/3 3:30 Practice at Wilson + Yoga

Wednesday 9/4 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Thursday 9/5 3:30 Practice at Wilson + Yoga

Friday 9/6 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Saturday 9/7 Cherokee Challenge @ Cherokee High School, 2 mile race

                        Location:  Cherokee High School, 120 Tomlinson Mill Rd, Marlton, NJ 08053

                        Bus Departure:  7am from Conestoga High School

                        Schedule:  

Frosh. Girls

9:40 AM

Frosh. Boys

10:00 AM

Soph. Girls

10:20 AM

Soph. Boys

10:40 AM

Junior Girls

11:00 AM

Junior Boys

11:20 AM

Senior Girls

11:40 AM

Senior Boys

12:00 PM

Awards:

Individual: Trophy to the winner and medals 2nd - 30th place Team: Awards to top Team in each of three divisions

Boys: Combined score of top finisher in each of 4 HS races Girls: Combined score of top finisher in each of 4 HS races

Co-Ed: Best combined boys & girls score

Developmental XC:  Just a reminder, if your student is interested in taking part of the Developmental XC Team, it will have its first practice tomorrow from 3-4pm at the track at Conestoga. This is an opportunity to participate in XC without having to commit as much time (and it still fulfills the gym credit). It will have practices 2-3 times a week at the school and there is no meet commitments.  

Booster’s Fundraiser:

Our fundraiser has officially begun!  I will be sending an email shortly with a reminder of the details and how to support the XC team.  

Uniforms:  

If you still need a uniform for your runner and did not yet order one, please reach out directly to Kerri Manion to do so.  Her email is kdmanion346@gmail.com.

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  Please make payment asap.

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 25, 2024

Subject: This week 8/26 + Updates

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Hello Cross Country Families!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 8/26 3:30 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL.  Practice @ Wilson

Tuesday 8/27 3:30 Practice at Wilson + Yoga

Tuesday 8/27 5:00 Nutritionist talk – parent’s welcome.

Wednesday 8/28 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Wednesday 8/28 5:00 Resistance Training

Thursday 8/29 3:30 Practice at Wilson + Yoga

Friday 8/30 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Schedule Update:  PLEASE MAKE NOTE - I made an error in the schedule and omitted the William Tennent meet on October 5th.  I have attached the updated schedule that now includes this information.

Labor Day Monday’s practice (9/2):  This will be a voluntary optional practice.  More details will come out this week at practices.

Booster’s Fundraiser:

We will be starting a fundraiser with Bloombox that runs through the month of September.  I will send a separate email with the details.  15% of the proceeds will go to the Boosters and help pay for things throughout the season.  We appreciate your support.  

Uniforms:  

If you still need a uniform for your runner and did not yet order one, please reach out directly to Kerri Manion to do so.  Her email is kdmanion346@gmail.com.

Booster Dues:

Booster Dues are used to help fund different activities throughout the season.  Dues are $75 per family and $125 if you have two or more children participating.  

Ways to make payment:

• Via Paypal to xctftreas@gmail.com (please be sure to select “sending to a friend” option and where it asks “what is this payment for” please note your child’s full name)

• Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”

Oakbourne Relays Results:

The boys and girl’s cross country teams opened up their season on Friday afternoon at the Oakbourne Relays in West Chester Pennsylvania.  Both teams dominated the competition earning 31 medals and 4 team trophies over 5 races.  The boys Varsity team lead by the Warkentine brothers, Miles and Parker, finished in 4th place as a team.  The girl’s team, led by Alexia Tubbs and Giovanna Porada, defended their title from last year to finish in 1st place as a team!!  The girls are currently ranked 6th in state and hungry to move up in their ranking.

Below are the top finishers per race.

Varsity Girls

Relay Teams: 1st Tubbs & Porada, 4th Crill & Snyder, 7th Bender & Jones, 9th Rakes & Schmidt

JV Girls

2nd Laura Traineau, 3rd Charlotte Jones, 4th Ava Wong, 5th Josie Waslin,  7th Sophia Rowe, 9th Camden Kramer, 10th Maddie Pulliam, 19th Maggie Neary

Varsity Boys

Relay Teams: 8th P. Warkentine & M. Warkentine & 12th Davies & Del Viscio

JVA Boys

1st Aidan Mahoney, 13th Casmir Przybylowski, 14th Jake Tsang, 17th Rowan Chetty

JVB Boys

1st Howard Shui, 3rd Drew Baker, 4th Kevin Peng, 5th Evan Falcone, 7th Ryan Mahoney, 8th Ryan Erwin

A complete list of results can be found here:

https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/169744/#resultSetId-481568;perpage:100

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Thanks!

Stacy

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2024 Updated Schedule

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 18, 2024

Subject: This week 8/19 + Updates

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Hello Cross Country Families!

We had a great first week – let’s continue the momentum!  If your child has not yet turned in their PIAA forms, please do so ASAP - they cannot participate in practices or meets until this information has been completed and submitted and approved in PowerSchool.  All Varsity and JV runners must purchase a singlet for meets.  Updated uniform information is below.

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 8/19 8:00  Practice @ Wilson

Monday 8/19 9:45  Parent Meeting

Tuesday 8/20 8:00 Practice at Wilson + Yoga

Wednesday 8/21 3:30 Practice at Wilson *Please note time change!!!

Thursday 8/22 3:30 Practice at Wilson + Yoga

Friday 8/23 8:00 Oakbourne Relays        

                                 Location:  Stetson Middle School, 1060 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382

                           Bus Departure:  2:45 from Conestoga High School

                           Schedule: 
                                          4:30-JV B Boys-2 Mile(Rest of your JV Boys)

4:50-JV Girls-2 mile

5:15-JV A Boys-2 Mile(Top 12 boys from each team) 

5:35- Middle School and ES  Mile(Boys and Girls combined)

5:50-Varsity Girls-4 mile Relay

6:25-Varsity Boys-4 Mile Relay

More Info:  https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/624883-oakbourne-relays-2024/info

Parent Meeting:

There will be a parent meeting following this Monday’s practice at 9:45 am.  There will be a lot of information from both the Coaches and the Boosters reviewed at this meeting.  If you are unable to attend, I will send a follow up email after the meeting.  

Practice Time Change:

Starting Wednesday our practice time will change to 3:30 at Wilson Farm Park and this will be our permanent time going forward.

PIAA Physical forms:

Please remember to have a physical done for your child and all the pertinent paperwork completed. 

https://www.tesd.net/domain/1881

Your child will not be able to participate in official practices starting on August 12th if they do not have all of these forms completed!!!!

Uniforms:  

If you are new, you will need to purchase a singlet for your child.  We are aware that some people are having problems ordering singlets from the website.  Our vendor created a temporary link where we can order from.  This opens today and ends on August 19th.  

See the details below:

The preorder sale will end on Monday, August 19th at midnight. They will be printed and shipped to our uniform coordinator or athletes by September 6th.

Parents can choose to pay to ship their singlet to their home, or ship to our uniform coordinator for FREE. Our coordinator can then distribute to athletes. 

Here's the link:  Conestoga Cross Country Uniforms 2024 | BeeGraphix | powered by OrderMyGear (itemorder.com) (https://conestogaxcuniform2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/)

Website:

Please remember to visit our website frequently as it has all sorts of good information on there.  https://www.conestogaxctf.com/home

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 11, 2024

Subject: This week 8/12 + Updates

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Hello Cross Country Families!

We are so excited for our first official practice to start tomorrow.  Please make sure your child has completed all of their PIAA forms and that they bring lots of water to practices!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 8/12 8:00 First Day of Official practice @ Wilson, 2 Mile Time Trial

Tuesday 8/13 8:00 Practice at Wilson

Wednesday 8/14 8:00 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 8/15 8:00 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 8/15 6:00pm Spike Night @Road Runner Sports

Friday 8/16 8:00 Practice at Wilson with team breakfast immediately following

PIAA Physical forms:

Please remember to have a physical done for your child and all the pertinent paperwork completed. 

https://www.tesd.net/domain/1881

Your child will not be able to participate in official practices starting on August 12th if they do not have all of these forms completed!!!!

Uniforms:  

If you are new, you will need to purchase a singlet for your child.  There is a turnaround time, so the sooner the better.  Here is the link to purchase the singlets:  https://stores.inksoft.com/conestogaxctf/shop/products/uniform?page=1

We ask the runners just to wear black shorts with their singlets at races.

Spike Night Save the Date:

Spike night will be help on August 15th from 6 to 8 pm at Road Runner Sports in the King of Prussia Village Town Center.  Join the Stoga XC team for pizza, a raffle, & discounts on all the gear you need for a great season – all while supporting our team!  Please see attached flyer for details.

Website:

Please remember to visit our website frequently as it has all sorts of good information on there.  https://www.conestogaxctf.com/home

Tentative Schedule:

Please see attached tentative schedule for the season.  Please remember that the schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Thanks!

Stacy

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Tentative Schedule

Road Runner Spike Night Flyer

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: July 26, 2024

Subject: Stoga XC Updates

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Hello Everyone!

Here are the latest updates:

Resistance Band demonstration:

At Monday’s practice we will have Dr. Tyler Vaughan from Westside Wellness demonstrate resistance band exercises and show some tools for stretching and taping that are recommended for runners.  Parents are welcome to join – we expect him to begin around 9:30 am.  Learn more about Westside Wellness and Dr. Vaughan here.

PIAA Physical forms:

Please remember to have a physical done for your child and all the pertinent paperwork completed.  You can start submitting paperwork on July 1st for the fall season.  You can find details of what is required by PIAA here:  

https://www.tesd.net/domain/1881

Your child will not be able to participate in official practices starting on August 12th if they do not have all of these forms completed!!!!

Uniforms:  

If you are new, you will need to purchase a singlet for your child.  There is a turnaround time, so the sooner the better.  Here is the link to purchase the singlets:  https://stores.inksoft.com/conestogaxctf/shop/products/uniform?page=1

We ask the runners just to wear black shorts with their singlets at races.

Spike Night Save the Date:

Spike night will be help on August 15th from 6 to 8 pm at Road Runner Sports in the King of Prussia Village Town Center.  Join the Stoga XC team for pizza, a raffle, & discounts on all the gear you need for a great season – all while supporting our team!  Please see attached flyer for details.

Website:

Please remember to visit our website frequently as it has all sorts of good information on there.  https://www.conestogaxctf.com/home

Tentative Schedule:

I originally sent the schedule with the fall sports meeting information, but I have added some things to it, so I am sending it again in an attachment here.  Please remember that the schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Thanks!

Stacy

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Tentative Schedule

Road Runner Spike Night Flyer

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: July 21, 2024

Subject: Stoga XC Yoga, Physicals, Uniforms, Spike Night

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Hello Stoga XC parents!

Some updates

Yoga:

The team will start having a Yoga instructor come at the end of practice to work on stretching and strengthening to help prevent injuries.  It will typically run around 30 minutes.  This week we will have it Monday and Thursday at the end of practice and after this week, going forward, it will typically be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the end of practice.  The instructor will have extra mats, but we encourage the runners to bring their own if they have one.

PIAA Physical forms:

Please remember to have a physical done for your child and all the pertinent paperwork completed.  You can start submitting paperwork on July 1st for the fall season.  You can find details of what is required by PIAA here:  

https://www.tesd.net/domain/1881

Your child will not be able to participate in official practices starting on August 12th if they do not have all of these forms completed!!!!

Uniforms: 

If you are new, you will need to purchase a singlet for your child.  There is a turnaround time, so the sooner the better.  Here is the link to purchase the singlets:  https://stores.inksoft.com/conestogaxctf/shop/products/uniform?page=1

We ask the runners just to wear black shorts with their singlets at races.

Spike Night Save the Date:

Spike night will be help on August 15th from 6 to 8 pm at Road Runner Sports in the King of Prussia Village Town Center.  Join the Stoga XC team for pizza, a raffle, & discounts on all the gear you need for a great season – all while supporting our team!  

Please reach out with any questions you might have.

Thanks!

Stacy

https://www.conestogaxctf.com

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: July 7, 2024

Subject: Hershey Park Trip Tomorrow at 8AM

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Hershey Park Trip tomorrow – The bus will be at Conestoga at 8am.  The team will be given independent time at the park so please make sure your child exhibits appropriate behavior while in the park.  The bus will return at 5:30pm.

Tickets are $49.50 per runner. Please make payment asap if you haven’t already done so.  Payments can be made through cash, check or Venmo.  If your family has a hardship and cannot pay for the ticket, please respond to this email and the boosters will assist. 

Checks: Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”. Please not Hershey Park Trip

Cash: Brought to practices and submitted to coach

Venmo: @Rick-Hawkins-11

Thanks!

Stacy

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Hawkins Venmo QR Code

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: June 24, 2024

Subject: Stoga XC Optional Morning Practices and Hershey Park Trip

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Good Morning!

Some updates:

Optional Morning Practices – Happening now!  8 am at WFP pavilion M-F.  Please be sure your child is checking Schoology daily for practice and general team updates.

Hershey Park Trip – Our car wash fundraiser helped raise the $$ needed to get a bus for a team trip to Hershey Park.  The trip is on July 8th.  Tickets are $49.50 per runner. Payments can be made through cash, check or Venmo. There is form in Schoology that your runner must complete so we know that they are attending, and all payments must be made by 6/26 in order to get the group rate.  No runner will be able to attend if payment has not been received prior to the trip.  If your family has a hardship and cannot pay for the ticket, please respond to this email and the boosters will assist.  

Checks: Via check to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 Made payable to “CHS TFXC”. Please not Hershey Park Trip

Cash: Brought to practices and submitted to coach

Venmo: @Rick-Hawkins-11

**Please note:  Hershey Park is a cashless venue.  They do have machines where your student can put cash in and get a card to use in the park.

Thanks!

Stacy

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Hawkins Venmo QR Code

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: June 4, 2024

Subject: Car wash & fall meeting follow up

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Hello Stoga XC Parents!

Hi XC Parents!

I’m just following up with a few important things:

Car Wash Saturday:  The XC team will host a car wash this Saturday from 11-2 at the bus circle at the school.  We are hoping to raise some money for a few fun things we are planning.  We would love to have as many runners there as possible to help.  I have attached the social media image if you care to share it.  Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors!

Optional practices happening now:  We are having optional practices at the pavilion at Wilson Farm Park every weekday Monday through Friday.  When school is out the time will change to 8 am.  

Schoology Code:  Please ensure that your student has joined the Schoology group so they can receive XC updates.  The code is FQJTV-NQND3.

Fall Sports meeting follow up:  I have attached the handout from the meeting.  Please review as it has all the important information for the season including a tentative schedule.

Uniforms:  If you are new, you will need to purchase a singlet for your child.  There is a turnaround time, so the sooner the better.  Here is the link to purchase the singlets:  https://stores.inksoft.com/conestogaxctf/shop/products/uniform?page=1

We ask the runners just to wear black shorts with their singlets at races.

Again, if you would like to be removed from this email list, please let me know.  If you know of anyone who would like to be added, please have them email me.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

Stacy

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Fall Sports Meeting Document

Car Wash Social Media

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: May 22, 2024

Subject: Fall Sports Meeting & optional spring practices

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Hello Stoga XC Parents!

As spring sports are starting to wrap up, we are looking to the fall.  There will be a fall sports meeting virtually tonight at 6pm.  There will be a general presentation followed by a sport specific presentation given by Coach Hawkins.  There are two different links for these.  The information can be found at https://www.tesd.net/Page/6676.  Coach will review everything that is happening now as well as summer and fall.  

For anyone that is interested, some of the Coaches and runners are currently meeting at Wilson Farm Park at the Pavilion at 3:30 during the week to run.  These are optional practices but encouraged for anyone not currently active in a spring sport.

If you know of any incoming freshman or new students interested in XC, please give them my contact information so we can get them added to the email list.

If you are copied on this email and your child is no longer participating in XC, please email me back and let me know and I will remove you from the list.  

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 17, 2023

Subject: Season Wrap up

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Hello XC Parents!

I just wanted to say thank you to all of our parents and runners for a great season.  It was so nice to coach your children and get the opportunity to meet all of you.

A few wrap up items:

Central League Championship Results:

The boys and girls cross country teams competed in the Central League Championship race Friday afternoon at Rose Tree Park.  The boys were up against 3 teams ranked in the top 20 in the state.   Led by Nathan Kluge, Parker Warkentine, and Shane Walsh, the boys blazed their way to a third place finish.  The girls, led by Alexia Tubbs who finished in fourth place, cruised to an easy victory as a team.  This leaves the girls team undefeated for the entire season.  Both teams look to compete next at the District 1 Championship at Lehigh University in two weeks.

A complete list of results can be found here:

https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/555017-central-league-championships-2023/results

Season Dues – It’s not too late:

If you haven’t already paid your dues, please submit them ASAP.  These dues help support all of the activities that the booster has organized.  

Your dues payments go directly to:

• WFP pavilion/stage rentals

• Tailgates

• Senior Recognition

• Awards Banquet

• Team t-shirts

The 2023 Season Dues are:

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.

Conestoga Cross Country Banquet

Save the date for the end of season XC banquet on 11/15 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square.  Look for an invitation this week!

Thanks again for everything!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 9, 2023

Subject: This week 10/9 + Updates

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Hello Cross Country Parents!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 10/9 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 10/10 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Wednesday 10/11 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 10/12 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 10/12 5:00 Senior Night

Friday 10/13 2:30 Central League Championships 

(https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/555017-central-league-championships-2023)

THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!

Location: Rose Tree Park

1671 N Providence Road

Media PA 19063

Bus Departure: 1:00pm

Schedule: 

2:30 pm - Boys Varsity

3:05 pm - Girls Varsity

3:45 pm - Boys JV

4:15 pm - Girls JV

Senior Night this Thursday!!

Hello Cross Country Families!

We’re ready to celebrate our Seniors and enjoy our final team dinner!  We would love to have everyone come and join the festivities.

SENIOR NIGHT

Thursday, October 12, 2023

5:00 - 7:00 pm

Wilson Farm Park Stage

(In the event of rain, Senior Night will be held in the practice pavilion)

Please bring blankets, chairs, and flashlights as we will dine picnic-style during the Senior Night presentations.

Let’s make this a great event for the team!

The link to the Signup is here: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-44198751-senior

Some additional details:

1. Please look at the Signup Genius link and sign up for items to contribute.

2. Bring your item to the stage area at 4:30pm (folding tables deliver at 4:00).

3. Join the celebration or return to pick up your runner at 6:30/7:00 pm.

William Tennent Invitational Results

The Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams brought their fitness and talent back into their home state of Pennsylvania this week.  They competed in the William Tennent Invitational on Saturday afternoon.  The boys fought hard throughout their races and earned second place finishes in both the JV and Varsity races.  Parker Warkentine, Nathan Kluge, Shane Walsh, and Miles Warkentine all had times under 17 minutes.  The girls continued their undefeated season by taking first place in both the JV and Varsity races.  The JV team, led by first place finisher Rebecca Schmidt, scored a perfect 15 points for the 3rd consecutive week.  The varsity team was able to take down a highly ranked Mount Saint Joseph’s team.  Alexia Tubbs, Giovanna Porada, and Lily Jones all finished with times under 20 minutes.  Both teams will compete this Friday at the Central League Championship meet at Rose Tree Park in Media.

A complete list of results can be found here:

https://results.run.tf/meets/28172

Season Dues:

It’s not too late to help support all of the activities that the booster has organized.  Please submit dues ASAP!

Your dues payments go directly to:

• WFP pavilion/stage rentals

• Tailgates

• Senior Recognition

• Awards Banquet

• Team t-shirts

The 2023 Season Dues are:

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.

Conestoga Cross Country Banquet

Save the date for the end of season XC banquet on 11/15 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square.  More information to come.

Thank you!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 4, 2023

Subject: Senior Night Information/Sign up Genius

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Hello Cross Country Families!

We’re ready to celebrate our Seniors and enjoy our final team dinner! 

We would love to have everyone come and join the festivities.

SENIOR NIGHT

Thursday, October 12, 2023

5:00 - 7:00 pm

Wilson Farm Park Stage

(In the event of rain, Senior Night will be held in the practice pavilion)

Please bring blankets, chairs, and flashlights as we will dine picnic-style during the Senior Night presentations.

Let’s make this a great event for the team!

The link to the Signup is here: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-44198751-senior

Some additional details:

1. Please look at the Signup Genius link and sign up for items to contribute.

2. Bring your item to the stage area at 4:30pm (folding tables deliver at 4:00).

3. Join the celebration or return to pick up your runner at 6:30/7:00 pm.

Thank you for helping us to honor our Seniors!

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: October 2, 2023

Subject: This week 10/2 + Updates

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Hello Cross Country Parents!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 10/2 No School, optional Captain’s practice.

Tuesday 10/3 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 10/3 11am – 9:30pm DanDan Fundraiser

Wednesday 10/4 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 10/5 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 10/6 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Saturday 10/7 The William Tennent Invitational (https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/557351-william-tennent-invitational-2023)

Location: William Tennent High school

333 Centennial Road 

Warminster, PA 18974

Bus Departure: 11:00am

Schedule: 

Boys' and Girls’ Novice Race 1:05

Girls' Junior Varsity Race 1:50       

Boys' Junior Varsity Race 2:25        

Girls' Varsity Race 3:00       

Boys' Varsity Race 3:30      

Awards Ceremony 4:00

Awards:

Boys' and Girls' Varsity - Medals to top 20 individuals 

Boys' and Girls' J. V. - Medals to top 20 individuals 

Boys' and Girls Novice - Medals to top 10 boys and top 10 girls 

Varsity Team Races - Trophies to top 3 Varsity Teams 

Junior Varsity Races - Trophies to top 3 J.V. Teams 

Novice Race - No team trophies

Fundraisers

10/3 DanDan Wayne fundraiser is tomorrow!!  

Please see the details below

Senior Night

The Stoga XC Senior Night is next week – Thursday October 12th.  Look for more information coming this week including a sign up genius!! 

Central League Meet #3 9/27 Results 

The boys and girls’ cross-country teams finished up their Central League regular season yesterday afternoon at Rose Tree Park in Media.  Both teams went up against Springfield, Radnor, Strath Haven, and Lower Merion.  The boys had an outstanding race defeating all teams except for Lower Merion.  This leaves the boys with a 9 and 2 record for the regular season.  The girls continued their dominance by sweeping all 4 central league foes.  This leaves the girls with a perfect 11 and 0 in the regular season in the Central League.  Both teams will race this Saturday at the Salesianum Invitational in Wilmington, Delaware.

Below are the individuals who finished top 20 per race.

A complete list of results can be found here:

https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/556654-central-athletic-league-meet-6-2023/results

Salesianum Invitational 9/30 Results

The boys and girls cross country teams competed Saturday at the Salesianum Invitational in Wilmington Delaware.  Both teams put their fitness and speed on display on an extremely challenging course.  Girls JV, led by first place finisher Laura Traineau, scored a perfect score of 15 points on the way to their first place finish.  The boys varsity took care of business and finished in second place as a team, just missing first place by six points.  The girls varsity again won first place.  The varsity girls team has not been beaten by any team in the tristate area this season.  Both teams are still ranked in the top 20 in the state of Pennsylvania.  Both teams will race next Saturday at the William Tennent Invitational in Bucks County.

A complete list of results can be found here:  

https://de.milesplit.com/meets/530879-salesianum-invitational-2023/results

Season Dues:

It’s not too late to help support all of the activities that the booster has organized.  Please submit dues ASAP!

Your dues payments go directly to:

• WFP pavilion/stage rentals

• Tailgates

• Senior Recognition

• Awards Banquet

• Team t-shirts

The 2023 Season Dues are:

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.

Conestoga Cross Country Banquet

Save the date for the end of season XC banquet on 11/15 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square.  More information to come.

Schedule

Attached is the season schedule for your information.

Thanks!

Stacy

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2023 Schedule

DanDan Fundraiser Information

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 25, 2023

Subject: This week 9/25 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/25 No School, optional Captain’s practice.

Tuesday 9/26 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Wednesday 9/27 3:30 3rd Central League Meet 

THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!

Location: Rose Tree Park

1671 N Providence Road

Media PA 19063

Bus Departure:  2:30pm

Race Times:

Boys Race 1st start time between 3:30 and 4:00pm.  Girl’s immediately following.

Thursday 9/28 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 9/29 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Saturday 9/30 The Fr. Beattie Salesianum Invitational (https://de.milesplit.com/meets/530879-salesianum-invitational-2023)

Location: Brandywine Creek State Park

41 Adams Dam Road 

Wilmington, DE 19807

Bus Departure: 8:00am

Schedule: 

10:00 am – JV Boys B

10:40 am – JV Girls

11:20 am – JV Boys A

12:00 pm – Varsity Girls B

12:40 pm – Varsity Boys B

1:20 pm – Varsity Girls Championship

2:00 pm – Varsity Boys Championship

3:00 pm – Awards

Central League Meet #2 9/19 Results 

The boys and girls cross country team competed in their second central league meet at Rose Tree Park in Media yesterday afternoon.  The boys, lead by Senior Captain Nathan Kluge, easily handled Garnet Valley and Marple Newtown.  However, Pioneers were stunned by the Raiders of Ridley. The boys are now 5 and 1 in the central league.  The girls team dominated their race defeating Garnet Valley, Ridley, and Marple Newtown.  The girls remain undefeated in the Central League

A complete list of results can be found here:

https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/556648-central-athletic-league-meet-3-2023/results

Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational 9/23 Results

Tropical Storm Ophelia may have cancelled other sports, but not Cross Country!!!!  The boys and girls cross country teams competed in the Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational this past Saturday in New Jersey.  The conditions were wet, windy, and extremely muddy.  The boys, who were led by seniors Nathan Kluge and Shane Walsh, fought the elements and earned a second place finish as a team.  The girls dominated the competition from New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland with a tight pack of Alexia Tubbs, Giovanna Porada, Lily Jones, Julia Snyder, and Lizzie Gares.  The girls finished 1st place as a team!!!  This is the second invitational victory for the girls this season.  Cumulatively, the boys and girls racked up 42 medals over their 6 different races throughout the competition.  Both teams look to continue their Central League Season this Wednesday at Rose Tree Park.  Run Neers!!!

A complete list of results can be found here:  

https://nj.milesplit.com/meets/513010-six-flags-wild-safari-invitational-high-school-2023/results

Season Dues:

If you have not done so already, please submit dues for the season.  

Your dues payments go directly to:

• WFP pavilion/stage rentals

• Tailgates

• Senior Recognition

• Awards Banquet

• Team t-shirts

The 2023 Season Dues are:

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.

Fundraisers

10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!

Paparazzi

Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand

Website

Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC.  You can access it here. 

Senior Night

Save the date for the Stoga XC Senior Night – Thursday October 12th.  We hope that parents can escort their Seniors for this special night in celebration of them.  More information to come! 

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 18, 2023

Subject: This week 9/18 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/18 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Monday 9/18 5:00 Pasta Dinner at Wilson

Tuesday 9/19 3:30 2nd League Meet 

THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!

Location: Rose Tree Park

1671 N Providence Road

Media PA 19063

Bus Departure:  2:30pm

Race Times:

Boys Race 1st start time between 3:30 and 4:00pm.  Girl’s immediately following.

Wednesday 9/20 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 9/21 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 9/22 3:30 Practice at Wilson 

Saturday 9/23 Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational (http://coltsnecktrack.com/sixflags/2011_index.htm)

Location: Six Flags Great Adventure 

1 Six Flags Boulevard
Jackson, NJ 08527

Bus Departure: 10:00am

Schedule: 

12:34 a.m.

Boys Varsity A 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

12:48 a.m.

Girls Frosh A (Varsity A and B teams) 3200 meters

12:59 a.m.

Boys Frosh A (Varsity A and B teams) 3200 meters

1:09 a.m.

Girls Varsity A 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

1:24 p.m.

Boys JV A (Varsity A teams) 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

1:38 p.m.

Girls JV A (Varsity A teams) 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)

Pasta Dinner Information

OUR 2nd PASTA DINNER IS TODAY!

Bring your labeled item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm.

Return to pick up your runner around 6:00 pm

Thank you to all have volunteered to donate or assist!

Rose Tree Meet #1

The boys and girls cross country teams opened their central league season last week at Rose Tree Park in Media. The highly ranked teams easily beat the central league foes of Haverford, Penncrest, and Harriton.  Both undefeated teams will continue their hunt for a central league championship, Tuesday at Rose Tree Park.

A complete list of results can be found here:  

https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/556647-central-athletic-league-meet-2-2023/results

Fundraisers

10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!

Paparazzi

Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand

Website

Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC.  You can access it here. 

Uniforms

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.

Season Dues

In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues.  The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

Senior Night

Save the date for the Stoga XC Senior Night – Thursday October 12th.  We hope that parents can escort their Seniors for this special night in celebration of them.  More information to come! 

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 14, 2023

Subject: 9/18 Pasta Dinner sign up + updated schedule

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Hello XC parents,

Pasta Dinner 9/18:

Our first pasta dinner was a huge success and the runners really seemed to enjoy it.  Thank you for all of your help making it happen.  We have our 2nd pasta dinner on Monday the 18th and would appreciate everyone’s participation. We did have some food left over after the first one, so we have adjusted the sign up genius some to accommodate this.   We have also changed the drop off time to end at 5:00 instead of 5:15 so please take note.

The commitment isn’t much:

1.  Make or buy a pasta dish, salad, or anything else you see on the list.  If you are bringing pasta, please label!!

2.  Bring your item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm. 

3.  Return to pick up your runner around 6:00 pm.

Also, no need to bring a serving utensil— we have TONS.  We also have a lot of hot/cold bags for keeping food warm.  

You can access the Sign up Genius here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-september1#/

I have also attached an updated schedule for your information.  Please note that I have updated the meet on September 30th to the Salesianum Invitational in Wilmington DE.

Thanks!

Stacy

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Attachments:

2023 Conestoga Cross Country Schedule

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 11, 2023

Subject: This Week 9/11 + Updates

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Hi Everyone!

Below are this week’s updates and information.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/11 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 9/12 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Tuesday 9/12 1st Team Pasta Dinner 

Wednesday 9/13 3:30 1st League Meet 

THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!

Location: Rose Tree Park

1671 N Providence Road

Media PA 19063

Bus Departure:  2:30 pm

Race Times:

Boys Race 1st start time between 3:30 and 4:00pm.  Girl’s immediately following.

Thursday 9/14 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 9/15 TBD

Pasta Dinner Information

OUR FIRST PASTA DINNER IS TOMORROW!

Bring your labeled item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:15 pm.

Return to pick up your runner around 6:30 pm

You can access the Sign-up Genius here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-september#/

Cherokee Challenge

The boys and girls cross country teams competed at the Cherokee Challenge in Marlton, NJ on Saturday.  Conestoga dominated the competition which included 115 different schools.  12 Pioneers earned medals by finishing in the top 30 of their respective races.  The boys and girl’s teams were able to combine their efforts to win the 1st place Coed Team Award.  Both teams are ranked in the top 20 in the state of Pennsylvania and are eager to prove themselves.  The cross country team opens up regular season Central League play this Wednesday at Rose Tree Park in Media.  RUN NEERS!!!!!!!!

Practice Transportation

Weekly Shuttle Bus Schedule:

3:00 PM – Shuttle departs from the gym bus lane to UMLY

3:15 PM – Shuttle returns to gym bus lane and takes athletes to Wilson Park

Fundraisers

10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!

Paparazzi

Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand

Website

Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC.  You can access it here. 

Uniforms

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.

Season Dues

In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues.  The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

Parent Social

We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house.  There was a Paperless Post invitation that was sent out.  Please RSVP ASAP so we can plan appropriately - RSVPS are past due at this point.  If you did not receive the invite, please email me and I will get it to you. 

Senior Night

Save the date for the Stoga XC Senior Night – Thursday October 12th.  We hope that parents can escort their Seniors for this special night in celebration of them.  More information to come!

Gotsneakers

DONATE YOUR GENTLY USED SNEAKERS AT THE PASTA DINNER THIS TUESDAY 9/12. A dropbox will be available at the pavilion from the start of practice until the end of the Pasta Dinner. SNEAKERS GUIDELINES

GOTSNEAKERS is a sustainable community service fundraiser, gently used sneakers are collected to support those in need globally.  The GOTSNEAKERS company rewards the collection efforts with a small monetary reward that goes to the XC & TF Booster Clubs! Started by XC/T&F Senior Shane Walsh in January 2023, the TE School District has donated over 600 pairs of sneakers globally.  

New Team Store Items

New items were added to the team store.  We now have cups and waist packs available.

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 6, 2023

Subject: Pasta dinner sign up + Cherokee Challenge updates 

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Hello XC parents,

Pasta Dinner 9/12:

We have our 1st pasta dinner on Tuesday the 12th and would appreciate everyone’s participation. This is an awesome night before the meet tradition for the team but requires all hands on deck to accomplish.  Thanks to Stephanie Crill for spearheading our efforts on this!

 **Please note that this dinner will be in the pavilion where the team practices** 

The commitment isn’t much:

1.  Make or buy a pasta dish, salad, or anything else you see on the list.  If you are bringing pasta, please label!!

2.  Bring your item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:15 pm. 

3.  Return to pick up your runner around 6:30 pm.

Also, no need to bring a serving utensil— we have TONS.  We also have a lot of hot/cold bags for keeping food warm.  

You can access the Sign up Genius here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-september#/

Cherokee Challenge 9/9:

Location: Cherokee High School

120 Tomlinson Mill Rd

Marlton, NJ 08053

Bus Departure: 7:30 am PLEASE BE PROMPT.  If your child is late the bus will leave without them.

Transportation:  We have over 100 runners participating and only two buses.  If you plan to attend the meet we kindly ask you to take your child to and from the meet to alleviate bus crowding.

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: September 3, 2023

Subject: This week 9/4 + updates

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Hi Everyone!

I figured I would try to get next week’s email out early due to the Holiday.

Schedule this week

Monday 9/4 No practice today.  There will be an optional captain’s practice that will be communicated by the captains to the team, likely at 8am at the WFP pavilion.

Tuesday 9/5 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Wednesday 9/6 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 9/7 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 9/7 Poseidon fundraiser.  When you eat at Poseidon the team will get a percentage of the bill.  This is a great way to support the team and provide dinner for your family!  Please see attached flyer for details and tell your friends!

Friday 9/8 Practice at Wilson

Saturday 9/9

Cherokee Challenge

Location: Cherokee High School

120 Tomlinson Mill Rd

Marlton, NJ 08053

Bus Departure:

Schedule:

Middle School Girls 9:00 AM, Middle School Boys 9:20 AM, Frosh. Girls 9:40 AM, Frosh. Boys 10:00 AM, Soph. Girls 10:20 AM, Soph. Boys 10:40 AM, Junior Girls 11:00 AM, Junior Boys 11:20 AM, Senior Girls 11:40 AM, Senior Boys 12:00 PM 

Format:

2.0 miles for all High School Races, 1.5 miles for all Middle School Races.  Races organized by year.  

Awards:  

Individual: Trophy to the winner and medals 2nd - 30th place 

Team: Awards to top Team in each of three divisions

Boys: Combined score of top finisher in each of 4 HS races 

Girls: Combined score of top finisher in each of 4 HS races

Co-Ed: Best combined boys & girls score

Developmental Cross Country

There will be a developmental Cross Country option starting this Tuesday at Conestoga.  This is a less intense version of the Cross Country teams – less practices and NO mandatory meets.  The team will have three practices a week and will meet at the Conestoga track at after school and they can participate in league meets if they choose.  This will count for gym credit!  

Transportation 

There was an email that went out last week that there will be a bus to Wilson starting this Tuesday for students who do not have transportation on a given day.  The bus will first drive any tennis students to the Upper Main Line Y and then come back and drive XC students to Wilson.  There will not be a bus back to school after practice so parents should continue to pick students up there at the conclusion of practice.

Shuttle Schedule:

3:00 PM – Shuttle departs from the gym bus lane to UMLY

3:15 PM – Shuttle returns to gym bus lane and takes athletes to Wilson Park

Fundraisers

9/7 11:00am – 9:30 pm.  Poseidon fundraiser - happening this week!  Please see attached flyer for details and tell your friends!

Poseidon Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar

128 Paoli Pike,

Paoli, PA 19301

610-812-3333

www.poseidonpa.com

10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!

Paparazzi

I have uploaded my pictures from Oakbourne and they can now be found on our website.  Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand

Mile Split also has photos from Oakbourne on their site and can be found there. 

Oakbourne Relay Photos on Miles Split

Website

Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC.  You can access it here. 

Uniforms and Spirit Wear

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.

Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well.  There are a lot of great options.  Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.  

Season Dues

In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues.  The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

Parent Social:

We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house.  There will be a Paperless Post invitation coming out TODAY.  Please RSVP ASAP so we can plan appropriately.  Last day to RSVP will be September 10th.

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Attachments:

Poseidon Fundraiser Flyer

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 28, 2023

Subject: This week 8/28 + updates

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Hi Everyone!

Schedule this week

Monday 8/28 3:30   First day of school!  Practice at Wilson Farm Park 

Tuesday 8/29 3:30 Practice at Wilson and 

Tuesday 8/29 5:00 Nutritionist talk @ 5:00.  We highly recommend that parent’s attend this!

Wednesday 8/30 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 8/31 3:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 9/1 Practice at Wilson

Oakbourne Relays:

Great job at the Oakbourne relays Friday.  Please remind your students to clean up after themselves at the conclusion of the meet (the Captains and Coaches were left cleaning up many water bottles).  

Results:

Varsity girls, JV girls and JVB boys took home first in the team awards.

Complete results can be found here:

https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/WestChester/OakbourneRelays82523

Fundraisers

9/7 Poseidon fundraiser.  Save the date for our first dining for dollars fundraiser.  More information to come!

10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!

Website

Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC.  You can access it here. 

Uniforms and Spirit Wear

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.

Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well.  There are a lot of great options.  Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.  

Season Dues

In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues.  The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

REMINDER Central Athletic League Schedule Update:

We were just informed of two changes in our league meet dates.  The first meet remains the same but the next two have been shifted a day.  This will change the second pasta dinner as well.  I have updated the schedule on the follow up attachment from the parent’s meeting.

These are the changes:

Meet 2 changed from Wednesday 9/20 to Tuesday 9/19.  This means that the pasta dinner will now be 9/18.

Meet 3 changed from Tuesday 9/26 to Wednesday 9/27.

Parent Social:

We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house.  There will be separate information sent on this, but please mark your calendars.

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 22, 2023

Subject: Parent Mtg Follow up and Housekeeping items

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Hi Everyone!

Here are the follow up notes from the Parent Meeting along with some housekeeping items:

Housekeeping Items

Practice Tomorrow:

Practice will be at 3:30 starting tomorrow and for the rest of the season.  Practice will still be at the WFP pavilion.

Friday’s Meet:

The bus Departure Time for Friday has been updated!  Please have your students at Conestoga for the bus at 2:30pm.  Make sure they bring plenty of water.  If they do not yet have a uniform, please make sure that they wear a maroon t-shirt and black shorts.

Central Athletic League Schedule Update:

We were just informed of two changes in our league meet dates.  The first meet remains the same but the next two have been shifted a day.  This will change the second pasta dinner as well.  I have updated the schedule on the follow up attachment from the parent’s meeting.

These are the changes:

Meet 2 changed from Wednesday 9/20 to Tuesday 9/19.  This means that the pasta dinner will now be 9/18.

Meet 3 changed from Tuesday 9/26 to Wednesday 9/27.

Parent Social:

We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house.  There will be separate information sent on this, but please mark your calendars.

Parent’s Meeting Highlights

I have added the document that was handed out at the meeting to this email.  It contains some notes and the updated schedule.

Practices:

The school does NOT provide buses from school to practices at Wilson.  Parent’s and upper classman typically drive students for this.  The captains should have started a group chat for anyone who needs to catch a ride from upper classman.  The rides will be coordinated through those chats.  We practice in all weather (rain, snow, heat).  Unless it is lightning, we will be running!

Meets 

The school will provide buses for all meets.  Invitationals or Saturday meets are optional.  All weekday or league meets are mandatory.

Shoes:

Please ensure that your child has the proper shoes for running.  They need to be well cushioned and not worn out.  This is an investment, but an important one!  Road Runner Sports in KOP Town Center can evaluate your student and help choose the right shoe for them.

Injuries:

Ice and foam rolling are the two good options for injuries.  You can purchase both on Amazon.  Amazon has ice sleeves that Velcro around the leg and work really well for most injuries.  Common running injuries can be shin splits, patella tendinitis, and planta fasciitis.

Pasta Dinners:  

We will have two pasta dinner this year before two of our league meets.  This is a Cross Country tradition that the kids really enjoy.  All of the food and set up/break down are done by parents.  There will be a sign-up genius sent out a week in advance asking for volunteers.  We need everyone’s help with these!

Senior Night: 

Senior Night will be on 10/12 at the Stage at Wilson Farm Park.  We hope that all parents can attend, but particularly Senior Parents as they will escort the students for the event.  We will serve pizza and Coach Hawkins will emcee.  

End of Season Banquet:

The banquet will be held on 11/15 at Aronimink Golf Club.  All are welcome, there will be a cost to attend.  More information will come out on this as we get closer.

Uniforms:

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.

I think this is primarily what we went over.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Thanks!

Stacy

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Attachments:

Parent's Meeting Info

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 20, 2023

Subject: This week 8/21 + updates

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Hi Everyone!

Parent’s Meeting tomorrow!

We will have our parent’s meeting tomorrow at 10am at WFP.  Coach Hawkins will review expectations for the season and I will talk a bit about the Boosters  This is a good opportunity to meet the coaches, the Boosters, and the other parents.  

Schedule this week

Monday 8/21 8:00 am  Practice at Wilson Farm Park 

Tuesday 8/22 8:00am Practice at Wilson

Wednesday 8/23 3:30 – 5:30 Practice at Wilson

Thursday 8/24 3:30 – 5:30 Practice at Wilson

Friday 8/25 Oakbourne Relays at Stetson Middle School - 

Location:  1060 Wilmington Pike, West Chester PA 19382

Bus Departure:  3:00 pm from Stoga

Schedule:

4:30 pm JV B Boys 2 mile

4:50 pm JV Girls 2 mile

5:15 pm JV A Boys 2 mile

5:35 pm Middle School and ES Mile

5:50 pm Varsity Girls 4 mile relay

6:25 pm Varsity Boys 4 mile relay 

Format:  The JV races will be a straight 2 mile.  2 laps on a 1 mile loop.  The Varsity race will be set up as 4 2 person teams.  The first runner will race a mile and then hand off to the 2nd runner who will run a mile and then hand back off to the first runner.  Each runner will run 2 miles.

Fundraisers

9/7 Poseidon fundraiser.  Save the date for our first dining for dollars fundraiser.  More information to come!

10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!

Website

Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC.  You can access it here. 

Uniforms and Spirit Wear

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.

Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well.  There are a lot of great options.  Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.  

Booster Club Volunteers

WE ARE STILL LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!  The Booster club is what allows the team to participate in fun team building activities throughout the season.  In order to provide such an outstanding experience for the runners we need all parents to help in some way.  

Season Dues

In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues.  The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

Thanks!

Stacy

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From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 15, 2023

Subject: Spike Night & Parent’s Meeting

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Hi Everyone!

I wanted to send a reminder about spike night and an update on the parent’s meeting.  

Spike Night Tomorrow!!

Spike night will be help on August 16th from 6 to 8 pm at Road Runner Sports in the King of Prussia Village Town Center.  Join the Stoga XC team for pizza, a raffle, & discounts on all the gear you need for a great season – all while supporting our team!  Please see attached Spike Night Flyer for more information. 

Parent’s Meeting

Please mark your calendars.  We will have our parent’s meeting on Monday, August 21st at 10am at WFP.  Coach Hawkins will review expectations for the season and I will talk a bit about the Boosters  This is a good opportunity to meet the coaches, the Boosters, and the other parents.  

Thanks!

Stacy

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Attachments:

Road Runner Information

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: August 12, 2023

Subject: Stoga XC official season start

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Hello Everyone!

We are so excited to get the official XC Season underway!  I will try to send out more consistent communications now that the season has started.  I have attached an updated tentative schedule for your information. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have throughout the season. Please remind your students to check the Schoology group for updates from Coach Hawkins throughout the season.

Updates/upcoming events 

First Practice/first week

Our first practice will be held Monday the 14th at 8am at Wilson Farm Park.  The first day will consist of a 2 mile time trial.  Please make sure your student brings plenty of water to all practices!!  We will have practice Monday through Friday this week at 8am at WFP. This week starts our mandatory season practices.

Spike Night

Spike night will be help on August 16th from 6 to 8 pm at Road Runner Sports in the King of Prussia Village Town Center.  Join the Stoga XC team for pizza, a raffle, & discounts on all the gear you need for a great season – all while supporting our team!  Please see attached Spike Night Flyer for more information. 

Poseidon Fundraiser 

Save the date for our first dining for dollars fundraiser.  More information to come!

Website

Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC.  You can access it here. 

Uniforms and Spirit Wear

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.

Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well.  There are a lot of great options.  Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.  

Booster Club Volunteers

WE ARE STILL LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!  The Booster club is what allows the team to participate in fun team building activities throughout the season.  In order to provide such an outstanding experience for the runners we need all parents to help in some way.  

Season Dues

In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues.  The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

PIAA paperwork 

PIAA Paperwork needs to be completed in order for your son or daughter to participate. Your child will have a physical and have section 6 completed by the physician performing the physical.    All PIAA paperwork will be submitted through Powerschoolthis year.

DIRECTIONS FOR PIAA PAPERWORK

• Logon to Powerschool (http://powerschool.tesd.net) 

• Click on TESD FORMS

• Complete the eight-part form in its entirety and hit SUBMIT. (Sections 1,2,3,4,5,6,10,11)

• Upload physical form from physician in PIAA section 6.

Any questions about the PIAA forms, please refer toTESD’s athletics page. 

Please let me know if you have any questionsabout our program!

Thanks!

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Attachments:

Fall Sports Meeting Document

Road Runner Information

From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club

To: Parents

Sent: July 13, 2023

Subject: CHS Cross Country

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Welcome parents of new and returning Cross Country runners.  Below is some important information to start the season.  If you ever have any questions please reach out to Stacy Warkentine, Booster President, @ stoga.xctf.pres@gmail.com. 

New Website!!!

We have a new website for Cross Country and Track - it is extremely informative.  It has things like our schedule, photos, uniform and spirit wear info and a lot more.  The web site can be found here.  

Uniforms and Spirit Wear

Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career.  We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own.  We are doing things a little bit differently this year.  Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website.  There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible.  If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you. 

Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well.  There are a lot of great options.  Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.  

Booster Club

The Booster club is what allows the team to participate in fun team building activities throughout the season.  In order to provide such an outstanding experience for the runners we need all parents to help in some way.  We need chairs or co-chairs for each position and then volunteers to help the chairs. If you are able to volunteer, please reach out to me.  Please know that no one will be left to do something on their own.  We have an opportunity to help our runners build lifelong bonds and make this a truly memorable year for them!

I would like to introduce the current CHS Cross Country Booster Club Volunteers for 2023:

President:  Stacy Warkentine

Treasurer:  Natalie Sudall

Uniforms and Spirit wear co-chairs:  Beth Breault and Kerri Manion

Fundraising:  Jane Kluge

Banquet:  Abby Dogum

Here are our current Booster Club needs:

Photography:  Someone assigned to take pictures at meets to be used for social media and senior week.  Typically someone with a nice camera.

Social Chair:  Someone to organize pasta dinners and any parent’s socials we might have.

Senior Night:  Someone to organize our Senior night to be held at an end of season meet at Rose Tree. (Preferably NOT a Senior parent)

Season Dues

In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues.  The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.

• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family

Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.

Dues can be paid via Paypal here.

Please reach out to me (stoga.xctf.pres@gmail.com) if you have questions, have ideas for other needs, or EVEN BETTER, to let me know where I can add you.  THANK YOU!

New Athletes

If you are new to the team, please email me back with the following information:

Gender of student:

Grade: 

Student’s First and Last Name:

Contact’s Name for communications: 

Contact’s Email:

Contact’s Phone Number:

Student’s school email address:

Meeting Follow up Information

I am attaching a document that Coach Hawkins put together as a follow up to the fall sports meeting.  There is important details about the season on this document so please read it closely.

PIAA Paperwork - Accepted Beginning after 7/3

PIAA Paperwork needs to be completed in order for your son or daughter to participate. All paperwork must be dated after June 1st .  Your child will have a physical and have section 6 completed by the physician performing the physical.    All PIAA paperwork will be submitted through Powerschool this year.

DIRECTIONS FOR PIAA PAPERWORK

• Logon to Powerschool (http://powerschool.tesd.net) 

• Click on TESD FORMS

• Complete the eight-part form in its entirety and hit SUBMIT. (Sections 1,2,3,4,5,6,10,11)

• Upload physical form from physician in PIAA section 6.

Any questions about the PIAA forms, please refer to TESD’s athletics page. 

Social Media

Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, photos, and more.  

Facebook

Instagram

Distribution List:

If you are on this list from last year and your athlete has graduated or is no longer participating, please let me know and I will remove you.  If someone needs to be added to the list, please reach out to stoga.xctf.pres@gmail.com and I will add them.

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Attachments:

Fall Sports Meeting Document