After chasing Pablo around for more than four years without getting any medals, I decided to put all that physical and mental training to good use and sign up for a half marathon in the Spring of 2022. It will be my first endurance event since 2017 – I have tried to run since but could not make it stick. This time is different. My reasons for running are many; endorphins, saving money on the gym, and not having to buy more roomy clothes. But what really pushed me to make the commitment this time is the wonderful community that has become near and dear to our family since Pablo started attending One World Project last year for their 3s program and this year for Universal PreK.
Last year was incredibly hard for everyone – especially schools. Very quickly, they had to reinvent themselves to keep children safe and to be able to keep their programs open. It was no different for OWP. They have done everything in their power to make health a priority without compromising the wonderful education experience they provide. They have re-designed exterior spaces as classrooms, installed extra sinks, and hired additional teachers to avoid cross-sharing, etc. All these changes are necessary and need to stay. They also cost a lot of money, which is why I am asking you to please help our team raise $50,000. Every little bit helps and it will go a long way in keeping our children safe and excited about learning.
Muchas gracias!
Carla
On Saturday, March 21 we’ll be running or walking the Brooklyn Spring 5K, 10K a wonderful event that will allow all our team to pick the race that is best for them.
Friday, April 24 is La Vuelta. We’ll gather at One World Project and the kids (and some grownups) will run, walk or scoot along Vanderbilt, down East 4th, along Greenwood Avenue, and up East 3rd. After the loop, we’ll gather on the patio for a party with upcycled medals for all participants. In Spanish, la vuelta means loop, like the one we’ll do around the block. Vuelta also means return. If your children have grown and you are no longer part of our preschool or after school program please consider La Vuelta an invitation to return to OWP for a visit. We would love to see you!
On Sunday, April 26 we will join half marathoners for NYC Runs, an epic running journey. The route starts in North Brooklyn and winds around the waterfront taking you under the historic Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges. From there, the route heads up the grand concourses of Fulton Street & Flatbush Avenue before passing through Grand Army Plaza and into historic brownstone Brooklyn. We will turn into Prospect Park at mile 10 to complete our 13.2 miles.
With love and care we have built a nurturing school and community center committed to learning. We want to sustain what makes One World Project so special and grow our scholarship fund and support our Universal PreK program so that OWP is accessible to more families. Together we are working to raise $50,000.
We truly appreciate anything you are able to give.
