Each student colors the horse, names the horse, and cuts it out. We decorate the gym with roses, banners, and other Derby Day items. Each class has their own Derby Day during their physical education class. Teachers and parents are invited to attend. We begin each Derby Day with the students sitting in the center of the gym and the invited guests seated around the gym.
Cones mark off the race course.
The students have been divided into heats by the classroom teacher. We use a large flag to start each race. Each student must hold the picture of his horse with both hands while running.