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Fox Valley Tough Kid Challenge

AASD’s Annual Obstacle Course Challenge

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026,
  • Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Come anytime during event hours—participants can complete the course at their own pace.
  • Location: Highlands Elementary School, 2037 N. Elinor St., Appleton.

Who Can Participate

  • Open to children ages 5–13

Registration & Cost

  • $20 per participant (through September 25, 2026)
  • $25 per participant after September 25
  • Family members may join their child on the course for free by signing a waiver on event day
    (Note: Family participants will not receive an event t-shirt or bracelet.)

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What to Expect

  • Approximately 1.55-mile course
  • 30 obstacles designed to challenge agility, strength, and endurance
  • All registered participants receive:
    • Event t-shirt
    • Tough Kid bracelet

Street parking is available around Highlands Elementary School. Be cautious when driving in the area due to the large traffic expected and the number of pedestrians crossing the streets.

Thank you for your support!

The 2025 Tough Kid Challenge was a resounding success! This thrilling event brought together 1,450 youth in our community for an unforgettable day of perseverance and fun. Participants navigated a series of creative obstacles that tested their strength, endurance, and problem-solving skills, all while cheering each other on in a spirit of camaraderie.

A huge thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and supported this event, and our sponsors and organizers who made it all possible. The TKC inspires students to embrace challenges, build resilience, and celebrate their abilities. We can't wait to do it all again next year! 

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2026 Sponsors

Interested in sponsoring our event? Contact Mikki Duran.

Ultimate Grit Level Sponsor ($5,000+)


Perseverance Level Sponsor ($2,500+)

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Resilience Level Sponsor ($1,000+)

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Grit Level Sponsor ($500+)

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