Published August 21. 2025 03:48PM
On May 20, fifth grade students from Northwestern and Weisenberg elementary schools met at the recreation fields for the school’s annual Fifth Grade Finale.
Physical Education teachers Chris Klein, Weisenberg, and Isaiah Danner, Northwestern, worked together to organize a fun-filled day of friendly competitive games.
Over 30 volunteers signed up to help keep everyone on schedule and referee as students worked their way through game stations.
The parent teacher organizations from both schools purchased class T-shirts for each child as well as teachers, and provided refreshing freeze pops.
About half of the students signed up to participate in this year’s Fun Run.
It was divided into two separate runs, the girls went first and the boys followed.
Competition was fierce this year, with what seemed like just centimeters between finalists.
Physical Education teachers Chris Klein, Weisenberg, and Isaiah Danner, Northwestern, organized a fun-filled day of friendly competitive games including a Fun Run. Fun run medalists included first place Slade S., second place Jack P., third place Jonathan B., Isaiah Danner, Chris Klein, first place Lucia S., second place Arya C., and third place Katelyn H.
Games were played during gym class for weeks leading up to the Fifth Grade Finale event on May 20 so everyone knew the rules and expectations the day of. Physical Education teacher Chris Klein congratulates Weisenberg students Paige S., Savannah P., Izabella V., and Victoria F. on their win against Northwestern.
Colton C. and Colton K. enjoyed having friends and teachers sign their shirts, a longtime tradition during the final game of the event — the Weisenberg vs Northwestern Kickball Game. Each individual school holds a tournament to see which homeroom gets to compete for bragging rights.
Participation in the Fun Run was voluntary. Connor W., Landon T., and Weston U. crossed the finish line after lots of cheering and encouragement from their friends and classmates who lined the path to the end. Isaiah Danner and Chris Klein were there to congratulate every student and document placement.
PRESS PHOTOS BY ERICA SEITHERBetween games, students were able to take a break, catch their breath, apply sunscreen, and rehydrate. These friends were happy to catch up and rest for a few minutes in the shade. Back row: Evolette B., Emma S., Brooke K., and Clowie W. Middle row: Maggie F., Molly S., Emily S., and Myranda M. Front row: Brooke B., Mackenna M., Ashlyn C., and Brynn N.
School Police Officer Paul Dunstan was on site in his golf cart making rounds ensuring everyone’s safety. He, along with the help of his Swedish Fish friends, made sure everyone had the energy necessary to compete.
