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COACHING AND COUNSELING SERVICES 905-873-9393 info@coachmanon.com Ph.D. The Georgetown Runners recently an- nounced the 2015 Learn2Run/5K Run program will be delayed due to extreme winter weather. Originally scheduled to begin on Tuesday, March 3, the pro- gram will now start on Tuesday, April 28. "In more than 30 years as a runner, I've never experienced a winter like this one" said Head Coach and president of the Georgetown Runners Linda Kirk. "It's difficult for experienced runners to go out in these temperatures. We want the participants to learn to love the sport, as we do. That will be difficult if they are worrying about slipping on ice or frostbite." After consulting with co-coach Joe Cleary, a decision was made to delay the start until better weather is assured. The program will be modified to run concurrently with the Georgetown Runners'successful track program. Until last year, Learn2Run programs in Georgetown were delivered by Feet In Motion, Georgetown's local running store. With the closure of the store a huge gap developed, and the club was approached to fill this gap. With the help of local physiothera- pist Gerry Ross, Blue Fins Head Coach, Chris Henderson, a number of local fitness professionals and the support of Feet In Motion's former owner Brad Mailloux, the Learn2Run program has been developed. "The focus of this program is not just to train the participants for a 5K race but to educate new runners, give them access to local resources and support professionals and to introduce them to other people who share their inter- est. Georgetown has a growing running population and it's difficult to know how to get started or what resources are available," said Mailloux. The Georgetown Runners Run- ning Club hosts the annual Egg Nog Jog, which has contributed close to $200,000 to local charities. Extreme cold weather delays local Learn2Run program by two months Are you coming? Halton Hills Christian School offers an exceptional faith-based academic learning environment for Preschool - Grade 8 students.Come and visit our new spacious campus and learn about our programs, teachers and special education opportunities. Visit us to find out more. 905.877.4221 haltonhillschristianschool.org Provide input on 2015-2016 budget priorities The Halton District School Board values input from parents, guardians, staff and members of the public concerning the development of the 2015-2016 budget. Until Friday, March 27, 2015 community members may provide input online at www.hdsb.ca. Follow the link from the home page. Community members may also make presentations to trustees by following the delegation procedure posted on the website under "Boardroom and Trustees". Additional resources regarding education finance and recent budget presentations to trustees are also posted online. 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