We Invite You to Join Us For the

6th Annual Mental Health Awareness & Youth Violence Prevention 5K

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Lake Spivey Recreation Center at

The Clayton County International Park

The Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) Mental Health Awareness & Youth Violence Prevention 5K is designed to educate and raise awareness among young people, families and our community about mental health, wellbeing and suicide prevention. This year, join us on September 16, 2023 at the Clayton County International Park as we come together to support one another, break the stigma, and save lives!

#BeThe1To Spread Hope & Promote Healing

#BeThe1To Help Them Connect

The CCPS Department of Counseling, Enrollment & Post-Secondary Readiness presents the "You Won't Break My Soul" Dance Challenge! All stakeholders are invited to #BeThe1To "Help Them Connect" with the Clayton County Public Schools community and stakeholders to Beyoncé's hit song.

The Adamson Middle School Cheer Team will lead 5K participants in an interactive warm up during the opening ceremony on October 22, 2022! Register now!

Click to learn the choreography and share your video here!

#BeThe1To Share A Hug

The CCPS Department of Student Behavioral Health and WellBeing invites you to #BeThe1To stay connected and share a virtual hug with the Clayton County Public Schools community. Submit a positive video message and a virtual hug to empower the students, staff and families of Clayton County!
Click here for more information!

Let's Get Musically Mindful!

Check out the Musically Mindful Spotify playlist crafted by the Clayton County Public Schools School Social Workers! Sit back, relax and let your mind go free or dance, walk, run or sing away the stressors of the day! 

Click HERE for the playlist!

Participate & Share Your Experience

Send proof of your finish with a photo or screenshot of your fitness app showing total distance and time on the form HERE. Selfies or other photos are also welcome. 

We would love to hear about your race! Upload pictures and tell us about your 5K experience!

Share Your Photos on Social Media:

 #BeThe1To     #KeepGoing     #Together     #NotAlone

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2021 4th Annual Teen Violence & Suicide Awareness 5K

Highlights from the 2020 Annual Teen Violence & Suicide Awareness 5K Walk

Our 2020 Virtual 5K Experience

This event is sponsored by Clayton County Public Schools and coordinated by the Division of Student Support Services