Kid-tucky Derby

To celebrate the Kentucky Derby, my children's school hosts a Kid-tucky Derby the Friday before the Derby. Every year, the kids from the kindergarten classes race around a track with their stick horses.  In the weeks leading up to the event, they make and decorate their own stick horses.  They also design and make their own "jockey silks".  It is a fun event that both the children and parents alike enjoy. 

This year was extra special because I  had a little jockey running.  "Riding" his horse, ThunderLine, he won his heat and placed (came in 2nd) in the Championship heat.  He was a little disappointed that he didn't win and even had to fight back tears, but once he received a trophy, all was fine.  This year, the parents from each grade also set up a themed cupcake table for the kids in that grade.



The Kindergarten Table -- We chose a "Paddock" theme, since the Kindergarteners all had their "horses" with them. 

Jockey Fuel lemonade and cupcakes.  Cupcakes were provided by Loren, Lisa and Kim - three fabulous Kindergarten moms!

Little bags of "horse treats" for the jockeys and their horses. 

Apples for the horses.

The Thrid Grade Table -- Moms Kate and Kelly chose a rose and horse themed design.  I spy a Mirabelle Creations Derby Cake Bunting and Cupcake Toppers.  They did a fabulous job; it was a beautiful table!  

Even the icing on the cupcakes and little cake looked like roses.



And they're off. . .

No race with be complete without a trumpeteer playing "Call to the Post"!  Proud winner of his heat. 

Loren and I had lots of little jockeys that needed refreshment after the races. 





My favorite jockey!

What a fun day!  A huge "Thank You" to the kindergarten teachers and the PTO.  So many people came together to create a memorable event.  Nothing is more inspiring then seeing people work so hard to make special memories for kids!