Help us celebrate the life and legacy of Ann Marie McGhee by participating in this meaningful event. Whether you walk, run, or cheer from afar, your support helps carry forward her message of peace, love, and inclusion.
🌟 All proceeds benefit the Ann Marie McGhee Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to honoring Ann Marie’s legacy through scholarships and recognition of students who embody her values.
About Ann Marie McGhee
Every now and then, someone enters the world and leaves it brighter. Ann Marie McGhee was one of those rare souls. A passionate educator, loving friend, and tireless advocate for every child, Mrs. McGhee had a gift for making everyone feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
Her classroom was a place of acceptance, curiosity, and growth. She didn’t just teach—she inspired. Her impact lives on in the lives of her students, colleagues, and the community she served so faithfully at Horse Creek Academy.
Ann Marie was:
To continue her legacy, the Foundation awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior who reflects Ann Marie’s values:
2024 Recipient: Matt Godson
2025 Recipient: Ashtyn Poston
In addition, the Ann Marie McGhee Award is presented each year to a fifth-grade student at Horse Creek Academy who exemplifies traits Ann Marie held dear—kindness, dedication, helpfulness, curiosity, and school pride. Each award winner will also receive a $1,000 scholarship upon graduation.
2023 Winner: Emily Ann Moore
2024 Winner: Mason Aaron
2025 Winner: Kathryn McKibbin
Aug 22, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$25.00
Aug 22, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$45.00
Aug 22, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$25.00
Aug 22, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$45.00
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