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'I love them': Elementary school students receive sneakers for upcoming race
About 70 second- and third-graders received sneakers, socks and water bottles as they train to run the final 1.2 miles in the memorial race.
- On Thursday, Cleats 4 Kids gifted sneakers, socks, and water bottles to about 70 second- and third-graders at Central elementary to prepare for the Oklahoma City Memorial Kids Race.
- Allyson Meyer, deputy director of Cleats 4 Kids, called Central a "fan favorite," explaining that providing shoes ensures "more kids can run and participate" in the annual event.
- Students are training by running 25 miles ahead of the race, completing the remaining 1.2 miles during the OKC Memorial Kids Race on Saturday, April 25.
- Kelly Burleson, OKC Memorial Kids Race director, said the initiative teaches youth "that we are a community that comes together" while honoring Oklahoma history for students born after the tragedy.
- Third-Grader Ellie described the new gear as "very comfortable" and expressed excitement for completing the final miles, reflecting the enthusiasm students brought to race preparation.
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