CLEVELAND – (February 15, 2024) — The Cleveland Marathon announced today that Insight Academy, a private, K-12 school and behavioral clinic located in Berea, Ohio, has joined as Presenting Sponsor for its prize money pool as well as the race’s Elite Program. Race weekend, which features a 5k, 10k, half and full marathon distance as well as a multi-race challenge series and kids fun run, is scheduled to take place May 18th and 19th, 2024.
“Insight Academy’s commitment to excellence aligns perfectly with our mission to provide a world-class platform for athletes to showcase their talents,” said Race Director Ralph Staph. “With their generous support, we are poised to elevate the event’s stature, offering unparalleled opportunities for elite athletes while enhancing the overall experience for participants and spectators alike.”
“This partnership represents a significant milestone for us,” said Insight Academy Founder and CEO Jeremy Meduri. “Our organizations share a deep dedication to fostering athletic achievement and community engagement. We are thrilled to be a part of it, both for its status as a local treasure and as a nationally-recognized distance event.”
Top male and female finishers of the full marathon will each be awarded $2,000 this year. Awards will also be given for the half marathon, those competing in the Masters category, and the marathon’s top male and female Ohioans. For more information about the 2024 Cleveland Marathon Elite Program, including entry requirements and registration fee reductions, please visit: https://www.clevelandmarathon.com/runners/elite-program.aspx
The Cleveland Marathon is the region’s premiere distance running event. One of the nation’s oldest marathons, the race continues to dazzle runners as they snake through historic streets, move past national landmarks like the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, and enjoy awe-inspiring views of Lake Erie.
The marathon will once again partner with Fleet Feet as its Official Training Partner. Runners of all abilities can sign up for training programs specifically designed for each distance. Training sessions are conveniently located on both the east and west sides of Cleveland. Runners can also obtain information and tips on training, injury prevention and more via online webinars from staff at the University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, the Official Medical Provider of the Cleveland Marathon.
About the Cleveland Marathon
One of the 50 oldest races in the country, the Cleveland Marathon features the following opportunities: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Challenge Series. Online registration and additional information are available at clevelandmarathon.com. There are opportunities for non-profit organizations to raise funds through their participation in the race through Cleveland Marathon Charities. Find out more at clevelandmarathon.com
About Insight Academy
Insight Academy is a K-12 private school and behavioral clinic located in Berea, Ohio. At the academy, students are supported by highly trained staff in all areas of behavior and education, and the program is headed by its CEO and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. In addition to traditional large-group instruction, students receive individualized instruction in small groups based on academic and behavioral assessments completed at Insight. We strive to make programs as individualized to the needs of the students as possible and create academic content that is accessible to them, utilizing both an academic curriculum that meets state standards and an evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional curriculum. Our academic curriculum incorporates learning activities focusing on Science, Technology, English, and Mathematics (STEM) that are tailored to each student’s abilities. We offer a variety of programming that targets the academic and behavioral needs of our population of students. For more information visit www.insightohio.com.
