Students at Ar-We-Va Elementary were able to raise over $4,000 for the American Heart Association (AHA) while learning about heart health. Jump Rope for Heart is an effort from the AHA to show young people the importance of a healthy heart and takes place at schools across the nation. Amber Hoffman, a physical education instructor, says she converted the program into a month long curriculum.
Over 100 preschool through fifth-grade children utilized their time in Hoffman’s class to improve their heart health. Forty-one of those students participated in raising money. Hoffman says they used a variety of different ways to smash their $3,500 goal.
They beat their goal by more than $800, generating $4,341. Students were rewarded by reaching fundraising goals with key chains, jump ropes, t-shirts and more. Hoffman says she was thrilled with her class’ success. She adds the money raised will go back to the AHA and benefit patients with heart problems.
For their success, participants were awarded with an assembly earlier this week where they collected their fundraising incentives. The top campaigner was also recognized. Keegan Klink managed to raise $640 through his efforts.
