2026

America's Birthday Run

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Fletcher did it again, for the tenth time!

As America celebrated its 250th birthday, The Lion Pride Run celebrated ten years of giving back to LCHS students. In honor of that achievement, Fletcher ran from LCHS on April 20 from Louisa to Richmond; she arrived in Historic Jamestown, after running along the Capitol Trail, on April 21. Fletcher was excited that she shared her running journey with friends and community across the state of Virginia.

Fletcher hopes that this run will symbolize to her students and recipients of the Lion Pride Run Scholarship the unique opportunities that all Americans have--to pursue their education if they really want to.

The Lion Pride Run in the News!

LCPS teacher Kate Fletcher runs 107 miles to Jamestown

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Ready to Run! Jamestown Here she comes!

Thank you to our awesome LCSO escorts!

2026 Route

Ms. Fletcher traveled through Louisa to the Virginia State Capitol Building in Richmond. She made a quick jog and picked up the Capital Trail, which she followed all the way to Jamestown! The entire route was a little over 100 miles.

Route from LCHS to Jamestown Beach

Route from Virginia State Capitol Building to Jamestown on the Capital Trail!

Front of Shirt

This will be featured in a small "pocket" size location on the front of the shirt.

2026 LPR Shirts

The front of the shirt features an American flag with the name of this year's annual run: Lion Pride Run X. The back of the shirt design is Ms. Fletcher, in her signature tutu, running against a background of fireworks. The fireworks celebrate the United States of America's 250th birthday.

Orders are now complete!

Come back next year to see a new design.