Here are the basics:

1. EVERYONE receives a certificate with the total miles run/walked written in and signed by the Site head Coach/es.  Even if they walked 1 mile, they are recognized for making the effort.
2. Make sure that everyone wears their 100 Mile Club® t-shirt the day of the ceremony.  It is spectacularly unifying to have everyone in their tees, and it LOOKS really cool!  Take pictures!
3. Only those who run/walk 100 miles will receive a medal.  Everyone knows this going in, so it is no surprise.  Trust me when I say that the medal is a huge motivator, and so is the recognition by one’s peers.  The will work for it, and if they don’t quite make it, you celebrate anyway. 
4. No you do not get 2 medals for 200 miles.  J
5. Have FUN!  Ceremonies can be any of (but of course not limited to) the following:

ü  A School-wide Assembly. These can be wild and crazy, or dignified and noble.  You make it what you want… have balloons, make a slideshow, have music, invite local dignitaries. 

ü  A Family/Company Potluck, Picnic, or BBQ.  Yes, families and businesses can be a 100 Mile Club™ chapter, too!  You can end the year with a group picnic at the beach, lake, or local park. 

ü  A Reflective Year-End Classroom Activity.  This is actually how the ceremony began in my classroom.  We invited all of the families of our individuals and spoke of each individuals’ achievements, as we announced their miles and presented medals and final certificates.

In sum, what you need to know is that The 100 Mile Club® Medal Ceremony something that should be meaningful to you, your colleagues, and your participants.  You are creating tradition with this, so plan well and make sure to always have FUN!!