5K for the Arts

The 2025 Bishop McNamara High School annual 5K for the Arts was a terrific event that raised over $22,000 for our Arts programs while providing a day of community building, raising awareness for arts programs, friendly competition through timed runs with awards for top finishers (students/adults), and a festival atmosphere, making fitness fun while supporting creativity! Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, sponsored, and supported our Arts programs through this event, and congratulations to all of our top finishers and fundraisers! 

The 5K for the Arts is one of the most anticipated events of the year, where our students, families, friends, and benefactors come together to support and show their pride for the Fine Arts programs of Bishop McNamara High School.  The money raised for this event helps each Fine Arts program purchase essential supplies and equipment for our students' programs, including costumes, sewing machines, musical instruments, art supplies, sheet music, and specialized computer software.

The event was held on September 26 at the Bladensburg Waterfront Park with over 200 people participating, including runners, walkers, strollers, and support dogs. 

Mrs. Dana Shieh, Director of Fine Arts, shared this message about this annual event:

The 5K for the Arts reflects the true heart of Bishop McNamara. Our community is filled with people who care for and support one another, and that spirit shines at the event. Parents generously volunteer to help organize, runners and walkers show up with enthusiasm, and together we create a wonderful celebration of our Fine Arts students. 

Top Winner in the 5K for the Arts 2025

Top BMHS students
Male Xavier Timmons Tyler Pierce Micah Tate	Female Chloe Quinn Taylor Redd Londyn Belle
Top 3 Overall
Male Benjamin Story John Barnhardt Brandon Beard	Female Felicia Bowen Tonise Howell Amy Belinky

The student news program, WMAC, created the video below recapping the key moments of the day. Special thanks go out to: 

• Leonard Lancaster '26 for his broadcast talent
• Ms. Eliza Browder for her awesome pictures
• Broadcast Journalism & Film Production faculty, Mr. Dave Roberts, for his editing genius
• and Emmy Award-winning journalist and WMAC Moderator, Mr. Lou Holder, for directing and producing this video

Enjoy!

For anyone still wishing to support the Fine Arts at Bishop McNamara, go to BMHS Fine Arts Giving.

For more about our Fine Arts Department and programs, go to Fine Arts.