Register by Sept. 21 to be Eligible for
Random Prize Drawings
Now is the time to register and begin training for one of the Washington area's greatest family running events--the 20th Annual Back-to-School Classic 8K, 2K and Fun Runs, which will take place in Chevy Chase, MD on Sunday, September 30, 2007. The Back-to-School Classic benefits Somerset Elementary School.

Close to 800 runners compete in the 8K and 2K races, running through the charming neighborhoods of Somerset, Chevy Chase, and Friendship Heights. The course has rolling hills and hundreds of children and area residents cheering from the sidelines. The 8K will begin at 8 am, with the 2K beginning shortly after. The 8K is USTAF-certified, with Capital Running Company providing ChampionChip timing for the 8K.

The Classic also features Kids' Fun Runs in many different age categories and a terrific brunch for all participants after the race. There are great prizes for the top three male and female overall finishers in both the 8K and 2K races. Age group prizes will be awarded for the top three male and female finishers for the 8K. In addition, the Back-to-School Classic is renowned for its abundance of great random prizes, including the top prize of a Giant MTX 225 24" bicycle donated by Griffin Cycle, drawn at the conclusion of the races. You must be registered by September 21 to be eligible for the random prize drawings.

Sponsors include: Title Sponsor: Evers & Co. Real Estate, Inc. Platinum Sponsors: Bonnie Lewin, Evers & Co., Breads Unlimited, Esprit Rainbow Travel, Friendship Hospital for Animals, Gilday Renovations, International School of Music, PromotionSource.com; Gold Level Sponsors: Cafe Deluxe, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sandy Spring Builders, Whole Foods Market; Silver Level Sponsors: Clyde's of Chevy Chase, DrinkMore Water, Honest Tea, Manion & Associates, National Capital Bank, Sport and Health, The Bartozzi Family, The Christopher Family, Xcel Fitness.

Proceeds from the race help Somerset Elementary School provide scholarships for the after-school programs, build its library collections and classroom resources, and offer a rich cultural arts program. The Classic is the school's largest fundraiser.

Register online now!

For more information about the event, see the race Web site.

See the report of last year's event.

See results of the 2006 men's race; and women's race.