Par High To Host Mud Run Fundraiser In May

PARSIPPANY, N.J. – It’s time to get muddy, Parsippany.

Parsippany High School will hold its first-ever Mud Run on May 22 to benefit the school’s senior class prom and enhance community spirit.

The school has partnered with race company Your First Mud Run, and anyone age six and older is eligible to participate. To register for the event, go here, then click “register” and choose the Parsippany High School race on May 22.

“The mud run is something new and exciting that has never been done before at PHS,” said Senior Class Advisor, Jennifer Fedo, in a statement. “I think this event will promote a sense of unity among the community all while benefitting the senior class.”

Of course everyone’s favorite principal, Denis Mulroony, will be joining in on the action and competing against the students.

“I really like the concept. It is something that is not limited to a certain group of people,” said Parsippany High School Principal, Denis Mulroony, in a statement. “I’m looking forward to racing against PHS students and I strongly encourage others to join us. It’s a can’t miss event!”

The course is the length of a 5K and includes 10 obstacles, which will cater to beginners and experienced runners. All participants will receive a t-shirt and medal. Online registration is $50 and walk-up registration is $65.

The first wave of runners will begin at 10 a.m., followed by a family wave at 11 a.m. for those who want to race with their children.