Panther Run 2026

A promotional graphic for the Bell Shoals Academy Panther Run on March 9th, 2026, featuring a panther head logo over a stadium on a textured background.

WHAT IS THE PANTHER RUN?

The Panther Run is a tradition every Spring at Bell Shoals Academy that brings our school community together in a fun and active way. Our ELC and Academy students help raise money for individual prizes and classroom prizes and all proceeds go toward investing in our school.

Through the generosity of our families and our Community Partners, we have been able to make bold moves that improve our campus and keep us moving forward and making an impact in our community.

An aerial architectural rendering of a new school campus soccer field featuring a blue mascot logo, surrounded by trees, buildings, and parking lots.

This Year's Goal

This year, Panther Run is all about building the future as part of our Unrivaled Campaign. Every dollar raised will go toward a brand new athletic field within our high school and campus expansion master plan. This field will be a game changer, used for soccer, flag football, and PE, creating more opportunities for students to move, compete, and grow.

A gray t-shirt with a graphic for the Bell Shoals Academy Panther Run, featuring a roaring panther head in a shield over a stadium.

Get your 2026 Panther Run T-shirt


Panther Run T-shirts are available in youth and adult sizes. Be sure to place your order by 2/23/26 to have it in time for race day.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

By becoming a Panther Run Community Partner, you’ll not only help support our school but also gain valuable visibility within our school and community. This is a great opportunity to connect with local families, promote your business, and show your commitment to education. To learn more and sign up, please fill out the interest form below.

A graphic inviting community partners to sponsor the Bell Shoals Academy Panther Run, detailing Bronze, Silver, and Gold sponsorship tiers and their benefits.

INDIVIDUAL PRIZE LEVELS

Students can earn prizes based on the total amount of money they raise in donations.

A graphic for the Bell Shoals Academy Panther Run listing prize levels from $50 to $1,500 for money raised, including rewards like a PJ day and headphones.

PANTHER RUN SPIRIT WEEK

Every day, students get the chance to wear a fun outfit and show their school spirit! 

A flyer for Bell Shoals Academy's Spirit Week. It lists daily themes from March 9-13, including Decades Day, Bikers vs. Beach, and Color Wars.

TOP INDIVIDUAL EARNER AWARDS

The students that earn the highest total in donations, will receive the following prizes:

*Prizes may vary for ELC winners.

1ST PLACE

SECURITY OFFICER FOR A DAY

CUSTOM NIKES

10 SNACK BAR COUPONS

2ND PLACE

PE COACH FOR A DAY

CUSTOM NIKES

6 SNACK BAR COUPONS

3RD PLACE

TEACHER FOR A DAY

CUSTOM NIKES

4 SNACK BAR COUPONS

CLASS PRIZE LEVELS

The classes that earns the highest total in donations, will receive the following prizes:

1ST PLACE

CLASS PARTY WITH ACTIVITY

ACADEMY: DODGE BALL

ELC: BOUNCE HOUSE

2ND PLACE

MOVIE PARTY ON BIG SCREEN

3RD PLACE

PIZZA PARTY PICNIC

PANTHER RUN SCHEDULE FOR RACE DAY

Each class will have a designated time to run on race day, March 9th. Parents are invited to come cheer on their students during their designated time slot.

A schedule table with columns for Grade, Location, and Time, detailing activities for different school grades in either the gym or the fields.

We hope to see you on March 9th!

Thank you for your generosity.