Wednesday, May 1, 2019

2019 Country Kids Relays

5th Grade Boys 5th Grade Girls 5th Grade Coed
Gavin B. Jocelyn S. Isabella K.
Aiden C. Kalo U. Caleb J.
Carson S. Savanna W. Scarlett Mc.
Cole R. Rylie S. Hayden G.
4th Grade Boys 4th Grade Girls 4th Grade Coed
Nicholas W. Camille Mc. Ava B.
Philip Z. Berlin S.
Joesph V. Ireland H. Madilyn G.
Hunter T. Amelia E.
3rd Grade Boys 3rd Grade Girls 3rd Grade Coed
Noah B. Bella G.
Kian L. Katelynn S. Jacob E.
Gabriel L. Abigail G. Caitlin C.
Connor P. Sole B. Camden S.
2nd Grade Boys 2nd Grade Girls 2nd Grade Coed
Gaige B. Ai N. Ashlyn L.

Ava L. Isaac B.
Noah Mc. Addison K. Alexandria S.
Grayson M. Emery Y. Teak S.
1st Grade Boys 1st Grade Girls 1st Grade Coed
Harrison H. Amelie B.
Jacob P. Poppy L.
Siosefa U.


Relay Permission Slip

May 1, 2019
Your child has been selected to represent Forest Ridge Elementary by running in the Country Kids Relays, on June 1st.  The Country Kids Relays is a unique track meet comprised solely of relay races for students in 1st – 5th grade.  All races are a 4x100 meters relay.  There are three different teams for each age group: girls, boys, and coed. 

There are no “in school practices” practices for the relays.  Due to my schedule, I am unable to conduct practices at recess like in the past.  Anyone interested in coaching and would like to take over a team please let me know and I’ll do my best to help coordinate practices which can be held either before or after school, or even recess.  If you are interested in helping the day of the race or taking over a team, please indicate so down below. You must have a volunteer background check on file with the school before you can do so.

I will keep you updated on what to expect on June 1st as we get closer to race day and if you have any questions, please contact me at 503-399-5548.  You may also look at my blog for updates and news about the race day http://forestridgepe.blogspot.com/, or email me at hampton_jerad@salkeiz.k12.or.us.

Thank you,


Jerad Hampton
Physical Education Teacher
Forest Ridge Elementary


____________________Keep the top portion for reference__________________________

___Yes, I give my permission for ___________________________________________ to participate in the Country Kids Relays and all related practices.  I will not hold the supervisors, Forest Ridge Elementary School, or the Salem-Keizer Public School District 24J responsible for any injury that may occur.  I will provide transportation for my child to and from the event. 

___No, my son/daughter will not be able to attend the Country Kids Relays

Parent signature _______________________ Day of the Race Phone: _____________       Email __________________________      

___ I am interested in coaching a relay team this year. 

___ I can help on the day of the race only.

Country Kids Relay FAQ


Country Kids Relays FAQ Sheet

Hello Parents/Guardians,

This should help answer some questions you may have about the event. If you have any questions please feel free to call the school and leave me a message, send me an email, or look online at my school blogger account.  http://jayceerelays.blogspot.com/     hampton_jerad@salkeiz.k12.or.us

Ø  What is it?    The Country Kids Relays is a track meet of 4x100 relay races for 1st-5th grade.  There is a boys, girls, and coed teams for each age group. 
Ø  When is it?  June 1, 2019 at a specified time.  Students do not have to be at the event all day, but just for a small portion of the day.  The schedule given to me at this time is as follows:    
8:15 2nd grade races            1:00 4th grade races
9:45 1st grade races             2:30 5th grade races
                             11:30 3rd grade races
Ø  Where is it?  Willamette University, McCulloch Stadium
Ø  How long do I have to be there?  I am unable to give you an exact answer on that, but on average the students would be there approximately 1 ½ hours. 
Ø  Who will be there?  I will be there all day with the students.  In the past we have also had volunteer coaches and teachers down on the field with the students. 
Ø  What should the runners wear?  It is best to run in lighter clothing like a pair of sweat pants or shorts. I will have relay shirts for students to wear over the top of their t-shirts at the race.
Ø  Are parents allowed on the track?
For the safety of the students, you as a parent are not allowed on the track without a coach’s pass.  You are only allowed to go as far as the athlete drop off area.

Drop Off

You’ll notice on the map below the “athlete drop off” area.  This is a fenced off area that only students and coaches are allowed within for security reasons.  Students will enter the area and be shown our staging location at the Forest Ridge sign.  As a team, all of the students will then proceed to the track area for their grade level opening ceremonies.  Students will then wait for their turn to run at our team tent.  Parking is limited.  Once you have dropped of your son/daughter you may find a seat in the grandstands.

Pick-Up   After the students have raced and have received their ribbons they will exit the opposite end of the track that they entered and can be picked up at the fenced off “pick up” area.  Relay teams have been asked to remain at their team tent until all of the grade level teams have finished running.

 



Race Info


Hello Race Families,

Below are a few helpful links to information about the Country Kids Relays.

Event Day Info English
Event Day Info Spanish
Event Guidelines

Friday, May 25, 2018

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

2017 Relays


Friday, May 22, 2015

2015 Relays


Saturday, May 24, 2014

2014 Country Kids Relays

Sorry about the 2nd grade boys and girls pictures on the slide show.



Sunday, June 3, 2012

2012 Country Kids Relays


1ST Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade
BOYS          3rd    1st     7th     2nd     1st
GIRLS   1st    6th     3rd     2nd     2nd
COED   3rd    6th     6th      4th     3rd

Sunday, May 22, 2011