WEST SEATTLE SCENE: Laps With Lou 2022


At Pathfinder K-8 on Pigeon Point, Laps With Lou 2022 is on! For almost two decades, now-retired PE teacher Lou Cutler has raised money for Make-A-Wish by doing a lap for every year of the age he’ll be when his birthday arrives later in June. Students join him throughout the day. This morning, before taking to the field, Lou spoke to the school via the PA system:

This year he’ll be turning 71, so he plans that many laps – plus one for a bonus, to bring the total distance to 12 miles. Students have been going out to the field in groups, starting with photos.

Lou’s been a Make-A-Wish volunteer even longer than he’s been leading this annual fundraiser – for more than a quarter-century!. You can support his quest to grant more wishes by donating here.

ADDED FRIDAY NIGHT: He did it again! Thanks to the Pathfinder parent who sent photos from the end of today’s laps:

4 Replies to "WEST SEATTLE SCENE: Laps With Lou 2022"

  • mark47n June 3, 2022 (10:21 am)

    Go Lou! My kids loved you during their time at Pathfinder!

  • LG June 3, 2022 (5:17 pm)

    Such a great event! To see all the teachers out there running, walking or marking the kids’ laps brought me so much joy. 

  • 98126res June 3, 2022 (6:47 pm)

    So awesome! I would like to see Lou’ s event in person next year!  Thank you

  • Denise Laevastu June 4, 2022 (8:16 am)

    Lou, you are the best.  Thank you for your constant dedication to Make-A-Wish.   You make the world a better place.  

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