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Mountain View, CA
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Amy Imai's 2026 "SOARING INTO THE STARS" Walkathon is on Saturday, March 14, 2026
About the Walkathon
We are thrilled to host our 5th Annual Amy Imai Elementary “Soaring Into The Stars” Walkathon!! The Walkathon is a fun-filled community-building social event & PTA fundraiser.
What is our goal?
Our goal for 2026 is going back to our fundraising roots. We want to celebrate our amazing school and community spirit AND to raise money to support PTA programs.
Where does the money go?
Pledge funds donated to the 2026 Walkathon support our students. The PTA helps pay for Kinder art & PE, educational enrichment programs, classroom supplies/needs, field trips, staff appreciation, treats, community events like dances and Eaglefest, and much more.
Can parents volunteer to help with the Walkathon?
YES, YES and YES!! The walkathon is an “all hands on deck” event. We need lots of help to ensure it runs smoothly. We are asking each family unit to strongly consider signing up for one volunteer shift. Be part of the fun! Sign ups will be coming via Konstella soon.
T-shirt Design Contest
We are calling on all students to submit their best space-themed artwork. The winning design will be featured on the front of every T-shirt worn during the walkathon!
Theme: “Soaring into the Stars” (Think rockets, planets, space, stars, and school spirit!)
Format: Standard 8.5” x 11” white paper; full name and grade on the back of the paper.
Requirements: Keep designs simple, use clean lines, and a MAX OF 4 COLORS (black counts as one color). If the design has more than 4 colors, we CAN’T consider your entry.
Eligibility: Open to all students, Grades TK-5th
Deadline: Submit entries to the front office by Friday, Feb 6, 2026
Winner and runner-ups receive a free Kona ice snow cone at the event! Additional details of the T-shirt Design Contest can be found here.
Early Bird Registration
Feb 9 - Feb 22
Register for the event!
All walkers (student/sibling participants) need to register via PayBee. The registration cost for each walker is TBD, if done online by February 22 (guaranteed t-shirt and size). Online registrations done between Feb 23 - Mar 9 will still get a t-shirt but size is not guaranteed. Same day walk-in registrations are available but t-shirt is not guaranteed.
The TOP 2 CLASSROOMS with highest % of students registered by 3/9 will be getting popsicle parties.
Other Important Safety Guidelines
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A parent or legal guardian must be present and on campus during the walkathon; this is NOT a drop-off event. Children cannot attend on their own, nor can an older sibling watch your child.
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Walkers must walk unless mobility issues apply. i.e. no scooters, bikes etc. to keep the course in good condition. We also ask that kids walk vs run to keep things safe for all.
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We will have self-serve first aid supplies in case special care is needed.
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Please bring a hat, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, extra socks and layers of clothing for our wonderful, unpredictable spring weather.
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Make sure you encourage your children to take breaks during the day to prevent dehydration and fatigue. While we do have incentives for laps walked, it is not a competition, nor a race. Please have your child only do what’s best for them.
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PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN WATER AND WATER BOTTLE. There is no drinking at the on-campus fountains but the fountains’ water bottle refill areas are operational.
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No Pets. Humans only for this event please! :)
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Traffic on the field is ONE WAY. Only enter and exit the field at the designated areas.
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No eating or drinking is allowed on the course.
Walkathon at a glance
WHAT: Imai Elementary 5th Annual
Walkathon
WHERE: Imai Elementary Fields
WHEN: Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏱ 9:30 AM: Start for TK/K/1st
⏱ 10:30 AM: Start for other grades
⏱ 1:30 PM: Walkathon Ends